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The Big Four: A Hercule Poirot Mystery Illustrated: LARGE PRINT EDITION Paperback – Large Print, February 1, 2023

by Agatha Christie (Author)
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Not only does this book contain the complete text of Christie's classic detective novel, but it also features beautiful illustrations. These illustrations bring the characters and scenes to life, making it feel like you're right there alongside Poirot as he tries to solve the case.
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The story begins with the murder of an American millionaire, Mr. Jefferson Claymore, whose body is found in his private railway carriage. Poirot is called in to investigate, and he quickly realizes that Claymore's death is connected to the activities of the Big Four, a secret society made up of people who are powerful and influential on a global scale.

As Poirot delves deeper into the case, he discovers that the Big Four are responsible for a series of murders and other crimes around the globe. He also learns that they are planning a massive global assassination campaign, and that he is one of their targets.

Poirot must use all of his cunning and detective skills to outsmart the Big Four and bring them to justice before they can carry out their deadly plan. Along the way, he is aided by his loyal friend Captain Hastings and a number of other characters, including the resourceful and clever Miss Lemon.

The "Big Four" is a thrilling mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end. It is a classic example of Christie's skill at crafting complex and engaging stories that keep readers on the edge of their seats.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BTNSVWGD
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (February 1, 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 524 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8375710228
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.01 pounds
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    Born in Torquay in 1890, Agatha Christie began writing during the First World War and wrote over 100 novels, plays and short story collections. She was still writing to great acclaim until her death, and her books have now sold over a billion copies in English and another billion in over 100 foreign languages. Yet Agatha Christie was always a very private person, and though Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple became household names, the Queen of Crime was a complete enigma to all but her closest friends.

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Lisa Palmisano
5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2024
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I absolutely loved every moment in this book! This one would be fantastic as a movie, although I'm not sure they could do the book justice! It was that good!
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Wayne Hastings
4.0 out of 5 stars Only Poirot Could Take On the Big Four
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2024
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In this book, Agatha Christie tackles the subject of a world dominating group and only the genius of Poirot could come to the world’s rescue from such a diabolical group.
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Eclectic Reader
5.0 out of 5 stars Always the best—never disappointed
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2024
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When I want some “meat” to the mystery, I can never go wrong with Christie! Consistently the best plots, characters and locations and Poirot and Marple holding it all together!
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Hal Jordan
3.0 out of 5 stars Christie's worst book?
Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2012
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I have to admit that I haven't read every book Christie wrote; in particular, there are several of her later novels that I haven't gotten to yet. But I've read most of them and, of those, this is easily the worst. What makes the shortcomings of this book particularly mysterious is that it was written in 1927, the year after she wrote "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd," which is arguably the finest mystery ever written. The "Big Four" is actually a spy thriller, rather than a conventional mystery. The title characters are an international gang intent on taking over the world. All that stands between them and world domination are Hercule Poirot and his ever-faithful companion, Arthur Hastings.

The basic plot is not remotely believable and several of the plot twists are far-fetched to say the least. The dialog is often borderline laughable. So much so, that you do wonder whether, as a couple of other reviewers have suggested, Christie intended this as a satire. Somehow I don't think she did because, so far as I know, none of her other books featuring Poirot or Miss Marple can be taken for satire. Clearly, she had the ability to write a very good thriller, as she showed with "They Came to Baghdad," written almost 25 years later. On the other hand, some of Hastings observations in his narration seem intended to be comic. Even these observations fall flat as comedy, however, as when he multiple times wonders why various characters are underestimating his intelligence, usually just after he has done something outrageously stupid.

Perhaps the explanation for the failings of this book lies in its origins. It began as a series of short stories published in a magazine. Apparently for personal reasons -- the stories were written about the time of her celebrated disappearance -- Christie wasn't able to give her full attention to the series or to smoothing out its problems when publishing it in book form. In any event, I would give it a rating of 2 1/2 stars -- and I only refrain from giving it one star because of my affection for Christie as a writer and Poirot as a character. If you have never read a Christie novel, for goodness sakes don't start with this one!
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Tiffany
5.0 out of 5 stars My son loves it
Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2024
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He can't get enough of this book.
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Crystal Toller
4.0 out of 5 stars Hercule Poirot
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2024
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This is book 5 in the Hercule Poirot series. Poirot discovers a organization called the Big Four who is trying to take over the world. Also, Captain Hastings returns to England and helps Poirot once again with a case. How Poirot with Hastings' help outsmarts the Big Four makes for a fascinating read. Really enjoying this series. Highly recommend the series and this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Big fan.
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2024
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I have always enjoyed the many stories by Agatha christie since junior high school. This one I never read before, but I am glad that I got the opportunity to. Very entertaining and full of twists.
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Sally B
5.0 out of 5 stars little man big eago and bigger brain
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2024
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It was a long story in which I felt would have no good end. Boy was I ever so wrong
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Maria Aparecida Affonso
4.0 out of 5 stars Execelent
Reviewed in Brazil on September 13, 2023
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Poirot isso só smart.
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James Watson
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 5, 2024
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A great read with many twists. Easily followed and believable. Usual success and outcome first class.
Recommend with all my being.
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Surabhi K
5.0 out of 5 stars A gripping tale of disguises, deception and the pure cleverness of Hercule Poirot!
Reviewed in India on May 9, 2023
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A tale spun carefully yet wonderfully with an intriguing beginning but a simple ending. A must read for fans of the little detective!
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Jaime Eduardo Sauret Fagre
5.0 out of 5 stars Another great crime story from the GOAT
Reviewed in the Netherlands on May 7, 2023
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Another piece of evidence why Agatha Christie is the best crime writer of all times.

The plot is rich, characters simple but deep enough to keep the story interesting and the typical twist to keep you guessing till the end.

Definitely, she is the GOAT of crime on my book!
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Susana
3.0 out of 5 stars Ameno
Reviewed in Spain on May 23, 2022
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No es la mejor novela de la autora, en mi opinión, pero es bastante ameno.
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