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Description: Late one night, two teachers investigate a mysterious light in the school Sports Pavilion. Among the tennis racquets and lacrosse sticks, they find the body of the unpopular games mistress – shot through the heart. Schoolgirl Julia Upjohn knows too much, and begins to worry that she might be the next victim. Can detective Hercule Poirot find the killer before the ‘cat’ strikes again?
Genre: Mystery - Classic
Why I Picked This Book: This was the November Read Christie Challenge pick
My Impression: If I had to name my 10 favorite Christie books most of the time this book wouldn't even be on the list for consideration. However, every time I read it I'm always surprised by how much I enjoy it. This is a mix of Christie's espionage thrillers and a classic British mystery with a bit of Poirot and a few Christie twists. This is one of Christie's later books but I think it's one of the better ones.
I love the school setting with the cast of characters among the teachers and students. Sometimes - especially in the beginning - it can be a little difficult to keep track of who is who, but Christie does a good job of focusing on who you need to know with the rest being mostly window dressing. The pacing is on point and there is quite a lot of action with murders and a kidnapping - and touches of espionage. I loved the side characters - especially Adam Goodman and Miss Bulstrode - and the mystery really kept me guessing.
I always wonder after I finish this one why it isn't on my list of my favorite Christies. It is a thoroughly enjoyable classic Christie mystery that always surprises me a little.
Would I Read More of this Series/Author? Absolutely! I'm really looking forward to the Read Christie Challenge for 2026.
Would I Recommend this Book? I would! If you're looking to try a lesser known Christie mystery this is a good choice.
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