The Big Four: A Hercule Poirot Mystery

The Big Four: A Hercule Poirot Mystery

by Agatha Christie

Narrated by John Rayburn

Unabridged — 6 hours, 19 minutes

The Big Four: A Hercule Poirot Mystery

The Big Four: A Hercule Poirot Mystery

by Agatha Christie

Narrated by John Rayburn

Unabridged — 6 hours, 19 minutes

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Overview

This book is more a spy thriller than just a mystery as the exceptional Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot, gets greatly involved in international intrigue and espionage. He attempts to defeat a ruthless cartel trying to dominate the world ... in essence super criminals forming a cruel coalition. Poirot's efforts include help from his closest friend, Captain Arthur Hastings, and also Inspector Japp of Scotland Yard. As we begin the tale, Hastings is just returning from a voyage at sea that he despises and is venting his displeasure as he looks forward to joining his friend. As we begin in this different manner, we will hear what he was thinking as his boat came in.

Other Christie/Poirot books here narrated by John Rayburn include The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, The Mysterious Affair at Styles, and The Murder On the Links.


Editorial Reviews

Library Journal

First time on audio, super sleuth Hercule Poirot tracks down an international quartet of criminals. Read by Hugh Fraser. Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.

From the Publisher

Agatha Christie’s books are both wonderful crime novels and studies in contrast and duality, and I adore them still. Underestimate them at your peril.” — Louise Penny, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Inspector Gamache novels  

“Agatha Christie taught me many important lessons about the inner workings of the mystery novel before it ever occurred to me that I might one day be writing mysteries myself.”  — Sue Grafton, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Kinsey Millhone novels

“Any mystery writer who wants to learn how to plot should spend a few days reading Agatha Christie. She’ll show you everything you want to know.”  — Donna Leon, New York Times bestselling author of the Commissario Brunetti novels

“Agatha Christie’s indelibly etched characters have entertained millions across the years and a love of her work has brought together generations of readers—a singular achievement for any author and an inspiration to writers across the literary landscape.” — Jacqueline Winspear, New York Times bestselling author of the Maisie Dobbs novels  

“Reading a perfectly plotted Agatha Christie is like crunching into a perfect apple: that pure, crisp, absolute satisfaction.”  — Tana French, New York Times bestselling author of the Dublin Murder Squad novels

Sue Grafton

Agatha Christie taught me many important lessons about the inner workings of the mystery novel before it ever occurred to me that I might one day be writing mysteries myself.” 

Louise Penny

Agatha Christie’s books are both wonderful crime novels and studies in contrast and duality, and I adore them still. Underestimate them at your peril.

Donna Leon

Any mystery writer who wants to learn how to plot should spend a few days reading Agatha Christie. She’ll show you everything you want to know.” 

Jacqueline Winspear

Agatha Christie’s indelibly etched characters have entertained millions across the years and a love of her work has brought together generations of readers—a singular achievement for any author and an inspiration to writers across the literary landscape.

Tana French

Reading a perfectly plotted Agatha Christie is like crunching into a perfect apple: that pure, crisp, absolute satisfaction.” 

The Observer (UK)

The acknowledged queen of detective fiction.

Dorothy L. Sayers

It is always a delight to meet Hercule Poirot again. He is one of the few detectives with real charm.

Product Details

BN ID: 2940178133897
Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.
Publication date: 03/07/2023
Series: Hercule Poirot Series
Edition description: Unabridged
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