Murder in Mesopotamia

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Summary

Genre: Murder Mystery, Detective

Format: Novel

Locations: Mesopotamia, Middle East

Murder Methods: Poison, Blow to the Head

Recurring Characters: Poirot, Prince Ali Yusef

Synopsis

When Amy Leatheran agrees to look after archaeologist Dr. Leidner’s wife at a dig near Hassanieh, she finds herself taking on more than just nursing duties – she also has to help solve murders. Fortunately for Amy, Hercule Poirot is visiting the excavation site. But will the great detective be in time to prevent a multiple murderer from striking again?

The novel is one of several works that emerged from Christie's involvement with her husband's archaeological expeditions in the Middle East during the 1930s. It contains fascinating details based on her own experiences and observations. In 2000, it was adapted for television and starred David Suchet as Poirot.

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