The Murder of Roger Ackroyd

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd is Agatha Christie’s most daring and unforgettable Hercule Poirot mystery, celebrated for its groundbreaking twist that changed detective fiction forever. Set in the quiet English village of King’s Abbot, the story begins when the wealthy Roger Ackroyd is found murdered in his study shortly after learning a devastating secret about a recently deceased woman. As Poirot comes out of his peaceful retirement to investigate, he encounters a maze of lies, blackmail, hidden relationships, and suspicious behavior from every member of the household. Each character seems to be hiding something, and every clue leads to deeper deception. With masterful pacing, ingenious red herrings, and one of the most shocking endings in mystery history, The Murder of Roger Ackroyd remains a timeless classic and an essential read for all fans of crime fiction and psychological puzzles.