The Mysterious Affair At Styles

The Mysterious Affair at Styles is Agatha Christie’s groundbreaking debut novel and the very first appearance of the famous Belgian detective Hercule Poirot. Set during World War I in the English countryside, the story unfolds at Styles Court, a wealthy estate where tension brews beneath polite manners. When the estate’s matriarch, Emily Inglethorp, is suddenly poisoned, everyone in the household becomes a suspect. With motives ranging from inheritance disputes to hidden relationships and long-guarded secrets, Poirot must untangle a maze of clues, red herrings, and surprising twists. Blending sharp detective work with Christie’s signature suspense, this classic whodunit marks the beginning of one of literature’s most iconic detective series. Perfect for fans of mystery, crime fiction, and timeless detective stories.