A review by caitlancole
The Secret of Chimneys by Agatha Christie

adventurous funny mysterious relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

This was certainly entertaining and kept me turning the pages, but it relied a bit too much on coincidence.
I had trouble suspending my disbelief that James McGrath just so happened to come into possession of both the manuscript and the letters, and then just casually handed them both off to Anthony Cade, who we later find out is next in line for the throne of Herzoslovakia. I also think the whole group at Chimneys was unrealistically welcoming and trusting of Cade right away.
The plot felt overly complicated and confusing, so that the final reveal wasn’t as satisfying as it could have been. I’m glad to have read it though. 
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