Book info

• Title The Secret of Chimneys
• Author Agatha Christie
• Year 1925
• Genre Mystery

'The Secret of Chimneys' by Agatha Christie is a captivating mystery novel filled with charm, wit, and intrigue. The story follows Virginia Revel, a charismatic woman entangled in a web of delicate matters, scandalous memoirs, and a murder investigation at Chimneys. As Superintendent Battle delves into the mysterious events, secrets unravel, relationships evolve, and identities are revealed. With a blend of humor, romance, and suspense, Christie weaves a tale that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, unraveling the complexities of personal and political lives in a gripping narrative.

Thoughts

This was a good Christie read, introducing the character of Superintendent Battle, who is wise and thoughtful, but I thought didn’t really have that much impact on the way the story works out. I’m always happily surprised by the female characters in these early Christie books - so spunky and ready to get stuck in, which isn’t quite the style they’re used to in this time period. Anyway, a good read, a great mystery, lots of twists and turns and a satisfying ending.

Rating: 4 / 5