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CHAPTER IV. POIROT INVESTIGATES
Chapter IV of "The Mysterious Affair at Styles" by Agatha Christie delves deeper into the investigation, with Hercule Poirot beginning his own probing into the murder. The chapter opens with the narrator describing a path through the grass leading to the Belgians' residence, where Poirot lives. Upon his arrival, the narrator quickly informs Poirot about the tragedy, seeking his help in investigating Mrs. Inglethorp's murder. Poirot, intrigued, listens intently to the details of the incident, emphasizing…-
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In the dead of night, Lawrence Cavendish awakens the narrator with dire news of his mother, Mrs. Inglethorp, suffering a severe fit. Despite her room being locked from the inside, urgency propels the household into action, trying to access her locked chamber through various routes, all in vain, until a door is forcibly opened. The household discovers Mrs. Inglethorp in agony, writhing from convulsions which subside momentarily only to violently resurge, leaving everyone helpless and distraught. Amidst…
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In the chapter detailing the events of July 16th and 17th from "The Mysterious Affair at Styles," the narrator recounts these days with precision due to their significance in the trial that followed. On these days, the peaceful atmosphere at Styles is disturbed by various events and interactions among the inhabitants and visitors. The narrator, having previously received a letter from Evelyn Howard, now finds himself puzzled by Mrs. Cavendish's peculiar fondness for Dr. Bauerstein, whose appeal remains a…
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CHAPTER I. I GO TO STYLES
In the opening chapter of "The Mysterious Affair at Styles," the narrator, invalided from the Front and on sick leave, recounts his reconnection with John Cavendish, leading to an invitation to stay at Styles, John's mother, Mrs. Cavendish's estate in Essex. John reveals his mother has remarried a much younger man, Alfred Inglethorp, stirring family tensions and suspicion. The estate, Styles Court, holds significance as it was left to Mrs. Cavendish for her lifetime by her late husband, causing issues of…-
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On July 23, 2021, Chapter 8 of Holly Gibney’s investigation unfolds as she dives into a new case, working alongside Jerome to uncover details surrounding the disappearance of Peter Steinman, a boy affectionately (or not) called "Stinky" by his circle of friends. The group, including Tommy Edison and Richie Glenman, presents a mix of conflicting theories—some rooted in reality, while others are fueled by urban myths and childhood anxieties. While a few boys believe Peter may have simply escaped to…-
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On an unusually warm November evening, Chapter 7 begins with Peter "Stinky" Steinman riding his skateboard toward Dairy Whip, his mind fixated on the thought of a juicy burger. The mist clings to the streets, casting a hazy glow beneath the flickering streetlights, muffling the usual city sounds. He barely notices the darkened silhouette of an old van parked near a shuttered gas station, his focus instead set on reaching his favorite hangout before his stomach forces him home. The nickname "Stinky" had…
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Chapter 6 marks the beginning of Holly Gibney’s investigation into the disappearance of Bonnie Rae Dahl, where she immerses herself in methodical rituals that reflect her disciplined nature. She meticulously cleans her office, a habit ingrained by both professional diligence and personal grief over her mother’s passing due to COVID-19. This routine serves as a grounding mechanism, reinforcing the idea that order and structure provide her with control in a world filled with unpredictability. After…
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Chapter 5: Ellen’s Resistance
Chapter 5 reveals an unprecedented challenge for Em in the dimly lit basement of the Harris household: a captive who refuses nourishment for three days. Ellen Craslow, despite her deteriorating physical state, steadfastly declines the food and water offered to her, a refusal that leaves Em frustrated and perplexed. Unlike previous captives, such as Cary Dressler and Castro, who complied more readily, Ellen’s resistance is something Em has never encountered before, testing the limits of her control and…-
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Holly Gibney sits on her balcony, basking in the warmth of an August morning while grappling with the weight of recent changes in her life. Chapter 42 finds her at a crossroads, with Finders Keepers temporarily closed, leaving the future of her investigative work in limbo. For the first time in years, she faces the prospect of a life without the relentless pursuit of justice. Pete, her unwavering colleague, has been considering retirement, and with her newfound financial security following an unexpected…
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On the evening of August 4, 2021, Chapter 41 of Holly Gibney’s life takes an unexpected turn when her quiet routine is disrupted by an unannounced visit from Isabelle Jaynes, who arrives alongside FBI agents Herbert Beale and Curtis Rogan. Their presence underscores the weight of a case that has captured nationwide attention, a disturbing narrative further exposed through the discovery of Emily Harris’s chilling diaries. These journals, dating back to October 2012—before the gruesome murder of Jorge…
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