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Sad Cypress: A Hercule Poirot Mystery (Mystery Masters Series) [UNABRIDGED] by Agatha Christie
Book Description Elinor Carlisle once had money, happiness, and a wonderful fiance, but now she’s on trial for murder. Hercule Poirot is called in to sift through clues and red herrings, searching for the complex truth hidden within a maze of deceit. “[Sad Cypress is] among the very best of [Christie’s] classic titles.” — Robert Barnard, mystery writer Reader Reviews 9 of 10 people found the following review helpful: SUPERB READING OF AN ABSORBING STORY, August 5, 2002 Reviewer: G. Cooke from TX, USA "Sad Cypress" is often referred to as one of the most outstanding of Christie's classic titles. To my mind, that's a bit like trying to say which flawless diamond shines the brightest. Nonetheless, this absorbing story is set in an English country house. As for Hercule Poirot - who else but David Suchet? He is acclaimed by many as the quintessential Poirot. Those who have seen his PBS performances will readily agree. His voice treatment of this tale brings to vivid reality all the nuances and eccentricities of the characters involved. "Sad Cypress" presents Elinor Carlisle as a woman blessed with beauty and brains reinforced by wealth - she also finds herself on trial for murder. She stands accused of killing her rival, Mary Gerrard, by poison. Poirot is the only one who believes in her innocence. He needs to prove she is not guilty or Elinor will be hung. As with other Christie mysteries clues are liberally sprinkled throughout the tale. What fun to try to find them! - Gail Cooke
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