Minnie's Fiction Addiction

👀 First impressions:
Before heading off on holiday, I set myself a few reading goals, and one of them was to finally read an Agatha Christie novel. And Then There Were None felt like the perfect choice. Ten strangers are invited to a remote island under mysterious circumstances, each hiding a dark secret. The setup was instantly intriguing, and from the first chapter I was completely drawn in. The atmosphere, the tension, and the sense of unease build beautifully. I can see exactly why Christie is still so widely read today.

✅ What I Liked:
The plotting is genius. Every chapter tightens the suspense, and the way Christie reveals each character’s guilt and fear is so clever. I loved how the nursery rhyme acts as a chilling countdown to their fates. The story feels perfectly contained and expertly paced, with just the right amount of dread. The ending genuinely surprised me, and I can see why this story has influenced so many mysteries since.

❎ What I didn’t Like:
There is very little to criticise. Some of the language and characterisation reflect the time it was written, and the pacing may feel a little slow if you are used to fast thrillers, but it all suits the tone of the story.

📚 Why You Should Read This Book:
If you have ever wanted to read Agatha Christie but were not sure where to begin, start here. It is tightly written, brilliantly structured, and completely absorbing. You do not need to be a fan of classic mysteries to enjoy it.

💭 Final Thoughts:
This book completely won me over. I am now an Agatha Christie convert, and even my mother loved it when she read it. We are both such fans that we are going to see The Mousetrap in London next year. And Then There Were None is a masterpiece of tension and storytelling that deserves every bit of its reputation.

🛍️ Where to buy
To buy your own copy click HERE and HERE

Final Rating ★★★★★ – An impeccable and haunting mystery that stands the test of time.