37 Episodes

  1. Chapter 36 By the Sea

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  2. Chapter 35 Explanations

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  3. Chapter 34 The Blue Train Again

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  4. Chapter 33 A New Theory

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  5. Chapter 32 Katherine and Poirot Compare Notes

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  6. Chapter 31 Mr. Aarons Lunches

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  7. Chapter 30 Miss Viner Gives Judgment

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  8. Chapter 29 A Letter From Home

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  9. Chapter 28 Poirot Plays the Squirrel

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  10. Chapter 27 Interview with Mirelle

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  11. Chapter 26 A Warning

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  12. Chapter 25 Defiance

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  13. Chapter 24 Poirot Gives Advice

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  14. Chapter 23 A New Theory

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  15. Chapter 22 M. Papopolous Breakfasts

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  16. Chapter 21 At the Tennis

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  17. Chapter 20 Katherine Makes a Friend

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  18. Chapter 19 An Unexpected Visitor

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  19. Chapter 18 Derek Lunches

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  20. Chapter 17 An Aristocratic Gentleman

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"The Mystery of the Blue Train" is a detective novel by Agatha Christie, featuring her famous Belgian detective Hercule Poirot. It was first published in 1928. Here are some key points about the novel:Plot: The story revolves around the murder of American heiress Ruth Kettering, who is found dead in her compartment on the Blue Train, a luxury train traveling from London to the French Riviera. Poirot, who happens to be on the same train, takes on the case to uncover the killer.Characters: Besides Hercule Poirot, the novel features his friend Katherine Grey, who becomes involved in the mystery, as well as an array of suspects including Ruth's husband Derek Kettering, her lover Count de la Roche, and her maid Ada Mason.Themes: The book explores themes of love, jealousy, greed, and the consequences of one's actions. It also delves into the lifestyles of the wealthy and privileged.Reception: While the novel was generally well-received, some critics felt that it was not Christie's best work. The author herself was reportedly dissatisfied with the book.Adaptations: The novel has been adapted for television and radio, including a 2005 episode of the series "Agatha Christie's Poirot" starring David Suchet."The Mystery of the Blue Train" showcases Christie's signature style of intricate plotting, red herrings, and surprising revelations, making it an enjoyable read for fans of classic detective fiction.