Agatha Christie month continues on She Wrote Too.  Join us as we dive into two of Agatha Christie's most iconic mysteries, The Murder of Roger Ackroyd and A Murder is Announced. Known for their clever plotting and unforgettable twists, these novels showcase Christie's mastery at weaving suspense with insightful portrayals of human nature. 

In The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, often hailed as one of the most daring and controversial whodunits in mystery fiction, we meet Hercule Poirot in a small English village where secrets are buried as deeply as motives. Caroline teaches Nicola how to pronounce Hercule Poirot’s name correctly.  Prepare for one of Christie's most talked-about twists that has left readers stunned for decades - although there are no spoilers.  We discuss the wit, wisdom and insight of Agatha Christie and give her credit for this which may have been rather dismissed due to her fiction being ‘genre fiction’.

A Murder is Announced features Miss Marple, who unravels the mystery surrounding a chilling murder announced in a village newspaper ad. With a cast of quirky characters and red herrings galore, this novel is both a puzzle and a commentary on small-town life, illustrating Christie’s keen observation of people and her subtle sense of humour.  When a murder is announced and then actually happens, it is by happy coincidence that Miss Marple is staying in a spa hotel nearby.

Listen to the discussion of the genius behind these plots, the psychological insights into her characters, and the legacy of Agatha Christie’s storytelling. Whether you are a long-time fan or new to these classics, we hope you enjoy this discussion of these two fabulous pieces of fiction.

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