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The Monogram Murders. The new Poirot mystery.
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I'll join in. New to your group, thanks for inviting me!
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So, one either likes the book or not. I think author was pretty successful at capturing HP's tone. And so far, a good mystery to boot. Not 100% but heck, this is her first Poirot and like an actor, a writer needs to warm up to the role.
Okay, not to twist your arm but I'd love your opine on it. Hope you get the book. ;-)
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J-Snoops, hope you'll pop in. Just read the sample pages on Ammy to get a feel. Love the coffee house set up that opens the story.
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Just received my book in the mail. Hopefully will be able to get to it soon. Love HP and so happy that there is another book. Have read all the others several times.
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Meantime, there's no hierarchy in The Parlor. We're all PI's, a family-in-crime. Grab a club chair, winged back, love seat, settee. Make yourself comfortable. Our virtual butler is laying a fire for our pleasure. Won't be long now. Welcome!
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Tina wrote: "Hey, Anastasia! Greetings! Looking forward to bringing the leetle Belgian gumshoe back. I hope the author continues the series, even with a canon of her own. With the Christie estate in approval..."Thankyou for the nicest welcome I've ever had
Hello, all! I'm James, the "essayist" that Tina had mentioned. LOL. The spanking new website she's referring to is my Hercule Poirot/Agatha Christie site that I finally updated with a new look. I'm the man behind the website Hercule Poirot Central.I had known Tina and a few of you from way back when Poirot books/episodes were discussed on the old A&E board. I'm glad Tina invited me back, and I'm looking forward to discussing "The Monogram Murders"--finished it a few days ago.
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By any chance, do you remember Snoops - J or Pghfan who hail from the old place? Well, they're here as well as Allison, Diane, Anastasia. As a bonus, the author may look in, may join us.
Anyway, we hope to get started about Sept 28th. or 29th. I love it when a plan comes together! I hope I don't disappoint!
Thank you all for the warm welcome! It is just like walking into a parlour full of friends...I've got my seat and a pillow for my back as well as my cup of tea - I'm ready!
Welcome all! We are happy you have joined out little group and hope that your time with us will extend past this discussion of our leetle Belgian friend!
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Hi, I also love mysteries and I love reading. My first mystery was actually Sherlock Holmes which I came across even before I discovered Enid Blyton and Nancy Drew. This actually inspired me to become a doctor when I discovered that Sherlock Holmes was based on a doctor that Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was taught by. Agatha Christie is my most favourite author but unfortunately I have read all her books several times and although they are still good to read, it is not the same as reading something for the first time, which is why I'm excited about the new book. I like most types of crime and mystery books although lean towards the cozies and the older detective novels from Christies era.
Hi Anastasia, have you tried Rex Stout who wrote the Nero Wolfe novels? If you like cozies you may also give him a try."Nero Wolfe" and company are not only cozy, they have their own universe in a Brownstone in NYC.
Stout is an American author. The stories take place mostly in NYC from the 1930s to the 1970s.
Since Stout wrote 73 books and short stories, it will be awhile before you have to resort to pastiches. :)
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As far as other authors go, I am a fan of Christie's contemporaries' work, some of which we discussed here. Sayers, Marsh, etc. Also a fan of Nero Wolfe.
James, I checked out your site very briefly, which appears as poirot.us for me. I'll be back there if you promise to stay here and join us!
Starfish wrote: "Hi Anastasia, have you tried Rex Stout who wrote the Nero Wolfe novels? If you like cozies you may also give him a try."Nero Wolfe" and company are not only cozy, they have their own universe in..."
Yes, I have read most of the books. Love Nero Wolfe and his passion for orchids and good food. I have read most of the books from that era. Perry Mason is also a favourite.
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Tina wrote: "Kudos, Anastasia! There's a doctor in the house! Love those docs, saving lives and doing all good things. Thanks for the bio most interesting. Yes, there's nothing like reading a brand new stor..."Unfortunately, have you noticed that the doctor is often the murderer in a lot of the older books.
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To introduce myself, I'd like to first say that my first exposure to Agatha Christie was with the series that starred David Suchet. The year was 1989 and I watched those stories on TV with my parents. My first AC book was "Ten Little Indians"/"And Then There Were None" for school. I was hooked! My first Poirot novel was "The Big Four". Some day, I'd like to publish at least one mystery novel. I have had a vague plot hatching for 10 years now. LOL. I started writing a supernatural/mystery short story in Spanish years ago--never finished it. (Yes, I am fluent in Spanish also). As I said before, I am the creator of Hercule Poirot Central, an appreciation website for all things Agatha Christie. I was quoted recently in a NY Times article about the David Suchet in the "Poirot" series. That's a highlight in my life.For other mysteries, I'd like to finally completely read at least one novel by Tony Hillerman. I am aiming to also read the Nero Wolfe stories.
What I like about the Poirot in "Monogram" is that he is so confident and sure of his little gray cells. He also shows that nothing is deceiving him.
It is great to see Pghfan, back from the A&E group. Strange that Tina calls me Professor instead of Inspector as I was known then.
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Because I know you wanted your cover kept secure, I thought to address you in a title of equal regard, intelligence and importance hence the Professor tag. But seeing we are amongst friends and you're secret revealed, I dare say, it is safe to return to addressing you as Inspector! (Convincing, James? No? I tried. ;-) )
Anyone up for a read & discuss of this new mystery? Just add your ayes or nays to this post, please. Will give it a couple days before the writing's on the wall which way it'll go. Thanks!