98 pages 3 hours read

Agatha Christie

And Then There Were None

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1939

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Published in 1939, And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie follows eight strangers invited to a mysterious island by a Mr. Owen. Greeted by the housekeepers, they soon discover a chilling gramophone recording accusing each of them of murder. As the guests begin to die one by one in accordance with the nursery rhyme "Ten Little Soldier Boys," they realize the murderer is among them, leading to suspicion, fear, and ultimately, a fight for survival.

Reviews & Readership

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Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None is widely praised for its intricate plotting, masterful suspense, and unexpected twists, solidifying it as a classic in the mystery genre. However, some readers find character development lacking and the writing style dated. Overall, it remains a compelling and engrossing read that captivates from beginning to end.

Who should read this

Who Should Read And Then There Were None?

Readers who relish intricate mysteries and psychological suspense will find Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None compelling. Perfect for fans of Arthur Conan Doyle's The Hound of the Baskervilles or Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl, it captivates with its masterful plotting and engaging whodunit suspense.

Recommended

Reading Age

14+years

Lexile Level

570L

Book Details

Genre

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Classic Fiction

Period

Modernism

Themes

Life/Time: Mortality & Death

Values/Ideas: Fate

Values/Ideas: Safety & Danger