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Evil Under the Sun
by Agatha Christie
On the exclusive Smugglers’ Island, the arrival of the magnetic and notorious former actress Arlena Stuart sends ripples of tension through the Jolly Roger Hotel guests. While the other vacationers sunbathe and socialize, Hercule Poirot senses a chilling current of evil lurking beneath the idyllic Devon summer. When a body is eventually found, the legendary detective must determine which of the hotel’s diverse guests—from a jealous wife to a fanatical clergyman—is hiding a murderous intent. Beneath the bright sun, everyone has a secret, but Poirot knows that no one is truly on holiday from their own nature.
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- Reading time
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- File size
- 1.6 MB
- Published
- 11/22/1941
- ISBN
- 9780061741937
- Formats
- EPUB
On the exclusive Smugglers’ Island, the arrival of the magnetic and notorious former actress Arlena Stuart sends ripples of tension through the Jolly Roger Hotel guests. While the other vacationers sunbathe and socialize, Hercule Poirot senses a chilling current of evil lurking beneath the idyllic Devon summer. When a body is eventually found, the legendary detective must determine which of the hotel’s diverse guests—from a jealous wife to a fanatical clergyman—is hiding a murderous intent. Beneath the bright sun, everyone has a secret, but Poirot knows that no one is truly on holiday from their own nature.
What you'll take away
- Explore a classic locked-room style mystery set on a secluded island accessible only by a tidal causeway.
- Witness Hercule Poirot’s psychological insights into human nature and his rejection of 'standardized' modern romance.
- Delve into the complex social dynamics of a 1930s luxury seaside resort.
- Observe how professional jealousy and romantic obsession create the perfect breeding ground for crime.
- Enjoy the contrasting perspectives of diverse characters, including the cynical Major Barry and the intense Reverend Stephen Lane.
