The Murder of Roger Ackroyd : Box Set Book

?First published in 1926, The Murder of Roger Ackroyd is widely regarded as one of Agatha Christie's greatest detective novels and a classic of the mystery genre. The story is set in the English village of King's Abbot and narrated by Dr. James Sheppard, the local physician. The plot begins with the death of Mrs. Ferrars from an overdose, followed by the murder of wealthy Roger Ackroyd in his study. The renowned detective Hercule Poirot, recently retired to the village, is called upon to solve the mystery. Poirot's investigation uncovers a complex web of secrets and suspects connected to Ackroyd's household. The novel is noted for its innovative narrative structure and a shocking twist: the narrator, Dr. Sheppard, is revealed as the murderer who killed Ackroyd to prevent being exposed as a blackmailer. This twist challenged conventional detective fiction and has left a lasting impact on the genre. The book remains a highly acclaimed and influential work in crime literature.