The Murder of Roger Ackroyd

A country estate, a locked study, and a corpse that upends a quiet English village—Agatha Christie’s brilliant sleuth Hercule Poirot returns in a mystery famed for its audacious twist. When the wealthy Roger Ackroyd is found murdered, Poirot—recently retired to the countryside—is drawn into a web of secrets, whispered scandals, and dangerous half-truths. Told by the village doctor, every observation counts, and nothing is quite what it seems. Brent Nasworthy’s poised, character-rich narration immerses you in King’s Abbot, bringing to life Poirot’s razor wit, the gossiping villagers, and the mounting tension of Christie’s most daring puzzle. With crisp dialogue, nuanced accents, and expert pacing, Nasworthy guides you through clues, red herrings, and revelations toward a legendary finale that has astonished generations of readers and listeners. A landmark of Golden Age detective fiction, The Murder of Roger Ackroyd is an elegant, tightly wound whodunit that rewards careful listening. Perfect for fans of classic mysteries, ingenious plotting, and the irresistible challenge of pitting your wits against the little grey cells.