Black Coffee is a captivating novelization by Charles Osborne, based on the renowned play by Agatha Christie. This page-turning book reintroduces readers to Christie's iconic detective, Hercule Poirot. Originally published in 1998, several years after Christie's passing, this gripping tale transports us back to the enigmatic atmosphere of 1930.
Our journey commences with the ingenious inventor, Sir Claud Amory, who guards a revolutionary formula for a potent new explosive. Fearful that it may fall into the wrong hands, he turns to his trusted friend, Hercule Poirot, for assistance. Tragically, before Sir Claud can disclose the formula, he is ruthlessly poisoned. Prompted by the family, Poirot takes charge of investigating this heinous murder.
Within the web of suspects lies Sir Claud's assistant, secretary, son, daughter-in-law, and granddaughter. Swiftly employing his famed little grey cells, Poirot commences his relentless pursuit of truth, meticulously gathering clues and interrogating the individuals entangled in this intricate puzzle. With Chief Inspector Japp at his side, Poirot skillfully unravels the intricacies of the case, ultimately exposing the hidden secrets and the malevolent murderer.
Black Coffee is a consummate Christie mystery, brimming with unforeseen twists and an astonishing climax. Its concise yet engrossing narrative will keep readers enthralled from start to finish, making it a gratifying choice for ardent fans of Agatha Christie's captivating novels.
