I am a big fan of Christie’s and have read a lot of her novels and short stories. However, I must say her autobiography is my favorite of them all! The narrative of her life is no less fascinating than her detective stories. And to me it was even more thrilling because all the events described in the book were true. What an adventurous and productive life she lived!
I read the book in a Russian (which is my native language) translation. I know one day I will read it again in the original language. There is only so much time in my life I can spend on reading, so I am always very careful when I choose a book to read. And I hardly ever read the same book again. However, this book is absolutely worth reading over. I would love to have it in my personal library (I should hint to my husband that it would make a fantastic Christmas gift), so one day when I feel like escaping my time and place, I can once again join Agatha in the journey of her life.
Dear Agatha,
How wonderful it was to spend several quiet nights with you - watching you playing at your beloved Ashfield; living with you through two World Wars; following you on your travels and adventure. How thrilling it was to learn about the way all your great detective characters came to be. When I came to the end of your autobiography, I felt sad because it was over. But I am so glad you left such a wide literary legacy for me and the world to enjoy!
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