A quiet gem
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I keep coming back to a few passages. Worth far more than what I paid.
Ryan Mbeki · 6/24/2026
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Fiction & Sci-Fi
Star over Bethlehem
by Agatha Christie
5.0 · 2 reviews · 1 copies sold
Ebook specifications
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- Reading time
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- File size
- 1.4 MB
- Published
- 8/15/2026
- ISBN
- 9780062122018
- Formats
- EPUB
Book synopsis
In this rare collection of holiday poems and short stories, the Queen of Crime explores the profound mysteries and traditional wonders of the Christmas season. The title story presents a poignant reimagining of the Nativity, where the Virgin Mary is granted a vision of her son's future and must choose his destiny. Spanning from the stable in Bethlehem to the legends of Saint Patrick, these lyrical pieces offer a spiritual and imaginative departure from Christie's famous mysteries.
What you'll take away
- Discover a unique side of Agatha Christie through her creative exploration of religious and holiday themes.
- Experience a moving reimagining of the Nativity story involving an angelic vision of the future.
- Enjoy a blend of original poetry and short fiction that captures the spirit of the Christmas season.
- Delve into myths and legends ranging from the Mistletoe of Saint Patrick to the folklore of the Yule Log.
- Reflect on themes of motherhood, sacrifice, and the choice between divine will and human instinct.
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#poetry
#short stories
#nativity
#religious fiction
#holiday
About the author
Agatha Christie
Agatha Christie is the best-selling novelist of all time, best known for her 66 detective novels and short story collections. Beyond her mystery work, she also published poetry and stories under her own name and Mary Westmacott.
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Nice addition to my library
I was skeptical at first, but by chapter three I could not put it down. Left me thinking about it the next day.
Maria Vargas · 2/11/2026
