The Unexpected Guest
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
287
Novel • Fiction
England • 1950s
2000
Adult
18+ years
The Unexpected Guest is a play by Agatha Christie in which a visitor enters a home and discovers a deceased individual. The story unfolds as the guest becomes entangled in unraveling the mystery, leading to a series of confessions, secrets, and unexpected twists among the people involved.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Unnerving
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The Unexpected Guest by Agatha Christie captivates with its intriguing setup and classic whodunit appeal. Readers praise its clever plot twists and engaging suspense, though some find the character development lacking. The dialogue-driven narrative keeps the story dynamic, although a few note it feels more like a play than a novel. Overall, it's a compelling and entertaining mystery.
A reader who enjoys The Unexpected Guest by Agatha Christie likely appreciates classic mystery dramas with intricate plots and suspenseful twists. Fans of The Mousetrap or And Then There Were None would enjoy its atmosphere and clever narrative. This reader values sharp dialogue and psychological insights into crime.
25,663 ratings
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287
Novel • Fiction
England • 1950s
2000
Adult
18+ years
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