LARGE PRINT BOOKS FICTION:AGATHA CHRISTIE SHORT MYSTERY STORIES ILLUSTRATED COLLECTION

Experience the thrill of Agatha Christie's classic murder mysteries in this collection of four short stories. From a German soldier on the run from the authorities to a young man with a sixth sense, these stories will keep you guessing until the very end. The large print makes it easy to read, even for those with vision problems. The illustrations bring the characters and scenes to life, making it feel like you're right there alongside Hercule Poirot as he solves the cases. Whether you're a fan of Agatha Christie or you're new to her work, this collection is sure to keep you guessing until the very end. 6 in x 9 in, 259 pages, Unabridged<br/><br/>Description: THE WIFE OF THE KENITE THE AFFAIR AT THE VICTORY BALL THE RED SIGNAL THE CHOCOLATE BOX<br/>"The Wife of the Kenite"<br/>A German soldier on the run from the authorities seeks shelter at a remote Boer farm, only to discover that the woman who lives there is seeking revenge for a past wrong.<br/>The story is a dark and suspenseful tale of retribution, and it is notable for its early exploration of themes that would become more prominent in Christie's later work, such as the psychology of violence and the nature of revenge<br/>"The Affair at the Victory Ball"<br/>Hercule Poirot investigates the mysterious deaths of a young lord and his fiancée at a costume ball, only to discover that the truth is far more complicated than it seems.<br/>The story is a classic example of Christie's murder mysteries, with a twisty plot and a satisfying conclusion. It is also notable for being the first story to feature Hercule Poirot, who would go on to become one of Christie's most popular characters.<br/>"The Red Signal"<br/>A young man with a sixth sense sees a red signal that warns him of danger, but he is unable to prevent a murder from happening.<br/>The story is a suspenseful tale of foreboding and dread, as the protagonist is haunted by visions of a red signal that he believes portends death. It is also a psychological thriller, as the protagonist struggles to come to terms with his own mental state and the possibility that he is imagining the signals.<br/>"The Chocolate Box"<br/>Hercule Poirot recounts his only failed case, the mysterious death of a French Deputy who was poisoned with strychnine from a chocolate.<br/>This summary captures the main elements of the story: Poirot's failure to solve the case, the mysterious death of the Deputy, and the use of strychnine as the murder weapon.