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Thirteen guests arrive for dinner at the house of Sir Charles Cartwright, the famous actor. To avoid bad luck, his secretary insists on making up the number to fourteen, but it's too late for one guest, who chokes to death on his apéritif. But when his martini glass was sent for chemical analysis, there is no trace of poison—just as Poirot had predicted. What causes the famous detective greater anxiety, however, is the complete lack of any motive.
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Classic Poirot mystery with clever twists and motives.
Who is this book for?
If you enjoy clever whodunits with intricate plotting, you'll find this Agatha Christie classic irresistible. Poirot's sharp mind and the suspense surrounding the mysterious death make for a gripping read that keeps you guessing until the very end. It's a delightful puzzle where every guest might be a suspect.
