Agatha Christie: Appointment with Death

The story begins when Mrs. Boynton, a tyrannical and manipulative matriarch, is on a holiday with her family in Petra, a historical site in Jordan. Mrs. Boynton is well-known for her cruel treatment of her children, especially her stepchildren, whom she controls through psychological manipulation and abuse. During the trip, Mrs. Boynton’s behaviour becomes increasingly erratic, and her oppressive nature causes the family members to feel a growing sense of tension and resentment. The situation takes a dramatic turn when, one evening, Mrs. Boynton is found dead, seemingly from a gunshot wound.