




Tommy and Tuppence
5 books
Here are 5 books from the Tommy and Tuppence series by Agatha Christie. Start with The Secret Adversary (1922), then read the rest in the order below.
Books in order

The Secret Adversary
Agatha Christie
In the aftermath of the Great War, two adventurous spirits, Tommy and Tuppence, launch "Young Adventurers Ltd." with a bold promise: to undertake any task, anywhere. Their first assignment, a seemingly simple trip to Paris to impersonate a woman named Jane Finn, quickly spirals into a dangerous game of intrigue when Tuppence finds herself entangled in a web of threats and her employer's sudden disappearance. Driven by a thirst for excitement and a need for cash, they soon discover that finding the real Jane Finn, who vanished years ago with vital secret documents, is crucial to England's post-war recovery. As they delve deeper into the mystery, Tommy and Tuppence uncover a conspiracy far more perilous than they ever anticipated, placing their lives and their fledgling business in grave danger.

Partners in Crime
Agatha Christie
Agatha Christie’s beloved sleuthing duo, Tommy and Tuppence, return in this collection of thrilling linked adventures. Now happily married, the "bright young things" find domestic bliss a little too dull and eagerly embrace the chance to dive back into the world of crime-solving. Undercover as professional detectives, they tackle a variety of intriguing cases, from international espionage to baffling murders and stolen jewels. With their signature wit and charm, Tommy and Tuppence navigate danger and deception, proving once again that they are formidable partners in crime.

N or M?
Agatha Christie
During the height of World War II, the intrepid husband-and-wife detective duo Tommy and Tuppence Beresford are called upon for a crucial mission by the intelligence service. Tasked with going undercover, they must infiltrate a seemingly ordinary seaside town to dismantle a dangerous Nazi spy network operating within its borders. As they navigate a web of secrets and deception, Tommy and Tuppence race against time to unmask the elusive agents known only as N and M before their sinister plans can come to fruition.

By the Pricking of My Thumbs
Agatha Christie
When Tuppence visits an old woman who speaks of a hidden child and a "bad house," she is intrigued and sets off on a quest to uncover the truth. Her investigation leads her to a mysterious, possibly sinister, old house and a web of secrets that hint at past crimes. As Tuppence delves deeper, she finds herself entangled in a dangerous mystery involving murder, unsettling paintings, and the lingering shadows of a dark past. This thrilling tale, a hallmark of the author's signature style, masterfully blends suspense with a touch of the gothic.

Postern of Fate
Agatha Christie
In their twilight years, the intrepid Tommy and Tuppence Beresford find themselves drawn into one last, perplexing mystery. A cryptic message hidden within an old children's book hints at a decades-old secret involving the poisoning of a governess and a German spy ring operating before the First World War. As they delve deeper, the lines between past and present blur, forcing the aging detectives to confront a dangerous conspiracy that has lain dormant for far too long. Agatha Christie masterfully weaves a tale of espionage, betrayal, and the enduring power of curiosity, proving that even in retirement, the thrill of the chase is never truly over.