by Agatha Christie
reviewed by Alexandra Artura
“And Then There Were None” is a timeless novel about how a harmless getaway to an isolated island went terribly wrong. Written by Agatha Christie, it’s a suspenseful story that quickly became a classic and appeals to a variety of readers.
For the ten unsuspecting victims of a murder case, spending a week on Soldier Island was just the kind of vacation they needed. What they didn’t know was that this trip could possibly be their last. Each of the ten residents was invited by an unknown acquaintance to the mysterious island. When their host didn’t show up, they knew that something was amiss. All of a sudden, it seemed as though the guests were dying off one by one. Each death seemed to correspond with a line from a twisted nursery rhyme that hung in each of the bedrooms. As each guest had their life taken from them, each soldier figure on the dining room table went along with them. At first they thought of it as just a coincidence, but things fell into place and they realized that they might be murdered before they ever get the chance to leave the island.
Agatha Christie is the author of many mystery novels, but this book is one of her best works. It keeps readers on their toes and in suspense throughout the entire story. I couldn’t help but wonder what was going to happen next! She does an excellent job of moving the story along and connecting one event to the next. Even when you think you have everything figured out, she finds a way to turn the whole story around. I felt compelled to keep reading, and just couldn’t seem to put this book down. If you enjoy mystery novels that keep you engaged, then you should read “And Then There Were None”.
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