{"product_id":"the-mysterious-affair-at-styles-paperback-20","title":"The Mysterious Affair at Styles - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAgatha Christie\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Mysterious Affair at Styles is the groundbreaking debut novel of Agatha Christie, first published in 1920, and it marks the first appearance of the legendary Belgian detective Hercule Poirot. Set in the English countryside during the backdrop of World War I, the novel unfolds at Styles Court, a stately manor house where the wealthy and formidable Emily Inglethorp is found poisoned under mysterious circumstances. Narrated by Arthur Hastings, a soldier on leave and longtime friend of Poirot, the story delves into the complex relationships and hidden tensions among the residents of Styles Court. Everyone from the victim's much younger husband to her stepchildren, loyal staff, and family friends becomes a suspect, as secrets, inheritances, and motives begin to unravel. Poirot, with his meticulous method and unmatched intellect, takes charge of the investigation. Using his famous \"little grey cells,\" he pieces together the clues with logic and psychological insight, ultimately leading to a brilliant and unexpected resolution. Christie's masterful plotting, red herrings, and clever misdirection set a new standard for detective fiction. With sharp dialogue, a tightly woven narrative, and an iconic detective at its center, The Mysterious Affair at Styles remains a timeless classic in the mystery genre-a must-read for fans of crime and suspense literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 224\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.51 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e December 05, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47131101986955,"sku":"9789355177452","price":43.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/2579\/7259\/files\/o-D2uX7f_I9789355177452.webp?v=1780530615","url":"https:\/\/thetaletrade.com\/products\/the-mysterious-affair-at-styles-paperback-20","provider":"The Tale Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}