Mrs. McGinty's Dead

By: Agatha Christie

Narrated by: Hugh Fraser

Length: 6 hrs and 12 mins

Publisher's Summary

Well, it's no wonder. The plot - suspicion for an elderly woman's murder falls on her mysterious lodger - is from Agatha Christie. The wonderful character happens to be the world's most famous sleuth, Hercule Poirot.

©1952 Agatha Christie Limited (P)2002 HarperCollins Publishers

A Hercule Poirot and Ariadne Oliver Mystery

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

I really did not know who the murderer was until the very end.

What does Hugh Fraser bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I really enjoy Hugh Fraser's narration of the Agatha Christie books. He reads well and his voice is pleasant.

Any additional comments?

This is the second book Christie wrote featuring fictional mystery writer Ariadne Oliver. I noticed in this book that Agatha Christie gave Poirot a sense of humor.

5 of 5 people found this review helpful

Poirot at his finest.

This is one of Christie's best novels. Poirot is brilliant and engaging, the mystery is thoughful, the characters are from Dame Agatha's usual repertoire, but I love them and the ending is most unpredictable.

4 of 4 people found this review helpful

A little simplistic bit of fun with Poirot

One of the things I like about some of Poirot's later appearances is how Christie pokes fun at Poirot's egotism and fastidiousness. This is one of those books, and the appearance of Ariadne Oliver (a caricature of Christie herself) adds to the lighthearted nature of the characters and setting. Of course, there's nothing lighthearted about murder, but the setting and the characters are rather superficial and simplistic - fun, but not a great murder mystery. This is one of the few Christie stories where I actually figured out who dunnit a fair bit before things were solved by Poirot.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Mrs mcgintys dead

A good example of Christies's writing , all the favorite things are there, hercule poirot, himself, and as an added treat, mrs. Oliver, the thinly veiled copy of Christie, herself. At least, I think so. The story follows the road of most these mysteries, finding info and being confused, using the "little gray cells" to get a "a little idea". Proving it to himself and then for a grand finale, announcing it to group. Some small fun things are his description of his rooming house. From the hostess bleeding in the beans, which she has announced already don't look so good, to giant dogs leaping in out of the windows, it's a funny segment.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Great Story, Excellent Narration, Classic Poirot!

What did you love best about Mrs. McGinty's Dead?

Colorful characters, Quirky Poirot

What did you like best about this story?

It's got all the fun twists, intrigue, and dry humor you expect from Agatha Christie.

Which scene was your favorite?

Poirot's summation, of course!

Any additional comments?

It's hard for me to find an Agatha Christie novel I haven't already read. Even though I think I read this novel many years ago in print, the audio version was thoroughly enjoyable.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Agatha Christie - Excellent as always

Love Agatha Christie's stories, so far no one has come even close to being her equal. Story kept me engaged from start to finish. Definitely recommend this book.

Ahhh -- Wonderful

Agatha Christie is the best! This story is very well done. It's not her best, but it's still a definite keeper! And Hugh Frazer is an incredible narrator. What a wonderful combination!! This one's become one of my favorites -- with interesting characters and a true Christie tale!!

absolutely thrilling

absolutely thrilling. I did not see it coming at the end but it ties together wonderfully.

Excellent story and narrator.

Where does Mrs. McGinty's Dead rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It's up there.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Mrs. McGinty's Dead?

the climax.

Have you listened to any of Hugh Fraser’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes. All of his are amazing.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Hmm. I don't think so.

Agatha Christie is always the best

Another great Agatha Christie story. Hugh Fraser performance is amazing. He gives life to Hercule Poirot so well I can imagine perfectly well the little Belgian detective. Highly recommended.