The Witness for the Prosecution and Other Stories by Agatha Christie

The Witness for the Prosecution and Other Stories

The Agatha Christie Collection

Agatha Christie

327 pages first pub 1925 (editions)

fiction classics mystery short stories informative mysterious fast-paced
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For fans of clever whodunits, intricate mysteries, and the art of detection, The Witness for the Prosecution and Other Stories by Agatha Christie is a must-read, offering a exhilarating collection of eleven tantalizing tales that will keep you guessing until the very end.

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A murder trial takes a diabolical turn when the wife of the accused takes the stand. A woman's sixth sense and a loaded revolver signal premonitions of doom. A golfer hears cries for help, that no one else can hear. A stranded motorist seeks refug...

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Community Reviews

3.78
based on 1,756 reviews

Moods

mysterious: 96%

tense: 33%

adventurous: 27%

dark: 26%

funny: 11%

lighthearted: 10%

challenging: 9%

reflective: 8%

emotional: 5%

relaxing: 5%

informative: 1%

inspiring: 1%


Pace

64% of readers chose fast
33% of readers chose medium
2% of readers chose slow
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Plot or character driven?

73% of readers chose Plot
18% of readers chose A mix
5% of readers chose Character
2% of readers chose N/A
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Strong character development?

10% of readers chose Yes
16% of readers chose Complicated
64% of readers chose No
8% of readers chose N/A
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Loveable characters?

17% of readers chose Yes
43% of readers chose Complicated
34% of readers chose No
5% of readers chose N/A
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Diverse cast of characters?

17% of readers chose Yes
9% of readers chose Complicated
71% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
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Flaws of characters a main focus?

38% of readers chose Yes
21% of readers chose Complicated
34% of readers chose No
5% of readers chose N/A
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