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Agatha Christie: Murder Is Easy (Dramatised)
- Narrated by: Michael Cochrane
- Length: 1 hr and 19 mins
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Summary
It's very easy to kill - so long as no one suspects you.' So says Miss Pinkerton when ex-policeman Luke Fitzwilliam meets her on a train. Luke doesn't take much notice of this little old lady's story about a serial killer on the loose in her village - until her predictions start to come true, when he feels compelled to check it out. Very soon the race is on to prevent any more murders...
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- jpo
- 07-07-14
Fantastic dramatisation
Would you listen to Agatha Christie: Murder Is Easy (Dramatised) again? Why?
I just bought this dramatisation last week and have already listened to it at least 3 times. I love the characters and actors as this has always been a favourite Agatha Christie story. I had not heard Michael Cochrane before but will be checking out more of his work.
What did you like best about this story?
I liked that for a change this story didn't include Poirot or Miss Marple and even though I knew the outcome the twists and turns as it went along took me with it.
Which scene did you most enjoy?
My favourite scene is the final reveal of the mystery as I can remember the first time I read the book I was surprised at the outcome because it is so unexpected.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
I really like the start of the story when the stage is set by Miss Pinkerton and the assumption that she is a bit batty is very well done. But then Luke changes his mind about her and decides to investigate due to the subsequent happenings, it is an engaging start.
Any additional comments?
I will be listening to and enjoying this audio book for years to come as the story is one of Agatha Christie's best and so well done.
3 people found this helpful
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- Steven Lawson
- 06-01-18
Highly Recommended
Great cast. Highly enjoyable. Recommended listening for all Agatha Christie fans. Don't miss this one.
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- Minnie
- 03-04-15
Lovely Murder!
I've always enjoyed a good Agatha Christie, and this is no exception! Top marks on all accounts! Perhaps if it had been a little longer is the only tiny minus, but I'm not deducting marks for that!
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- Shopaholic
- 20-03-15
Murder is Easy
I've not heard of Micheal Cochrane before but he did a good job of narrating this book.
Again Agatha Christie did her brilliant job of keeping you guessing all the way through.
The culprit was definitely the least person you'd expect.
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- Highlight
- 28-02-15
Another Fabulous Hit from Agatha
Agatha Christie never fails to hit the spot when it comes to the murder mystery. A slightly different feel to this one, a little more enclosed than the majority but just as good. Nice to get away from the razzmatazz of the City or holiday resort. And for a change their are no Miss Marple's nor the beautiful Hercule Piorot this plot holds its own.
Well played by a professional full cast keeping you gripped the whole way through. My fave bit is the revelation at the end. If you know your Christie, you will get it straight away, but this does not spoil the plot one bit.
I have every single Agatha Christie performance on Audible & look out all the time for more! I can not get enough. I do not mind listening to the same title by a different cast or production team, for me, this just adds
more enjoyment.
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- Andrew Gowland
- 13-10-21
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- Lee Rich
- 29-12-20
fantastic.... just a little short
Very well dramatised and acted. just runs a little short meaning the pace is a little quick for action and events to sink in.
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- Razmaries
- 21-10-19
Classic ingredients .. perfect dish
All superb English elements and ingredients in a quick and intriguing murder mystery .. superb and a quick fix
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- Katie Pybus
- 16-10-17
Fabulous dramatisation but so expensive
Really enjoyed this. Love Agatha Christie and this was excellent, however, it's quite expensive for 90 minutes of listening. (was £8)
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- Sniffy and Particular
- 28-06-17
Keeps you guessing till the end!
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Great acting and a good story.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Wonky Poo.... what a cat!
If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
Stranger in danger
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- Mary Specht
- 21-10-17
Not That Easy
I thought I knew who was the murder, wrong! I loved sitting and having my coffee and listening to this radio show. Great performance by the actors enjoyed a great deal.
4 people found this helpful
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- Author Kadian Thomas
- 06-10-15
Really interesting short story
It was a good mystery, I liked the conclusion, everything was summed up pretty nicely.
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- Kimia Nassehi
- 03-12-21
Don't waste your time
I read the reviews and got very excited but actually the book was petty cliche and not complex at al. Save your credit!
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- Amazon Customer
- 07-03-20
You'll never see this coming . . . .
I've read and listened to this story for years. It is such detailed writing, that you'll never see it coming at the end! Characters are exactly as expected in a small town, and some are too self-centered to recognize the harm their doing. Some incidents are a bit shorter in the audio version; howerver, it's a good mystery! Narrator is also very good, even though it's not Hugh Fraser. Quintessential Christie!
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- gary p
- 13-08-19
4 and a half star
Typical first class Mystery by the 'Best' Mystery Writer of all time. I only gave it 4 and a half stars because I can't give all her works' 5 Stars!
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- J-me
- 03-07-19
Quite delightful
Well directed drama. The characters were very good. Paced well. Recommend this as a pleasant and fun listen.
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- ButterflyRose
- 25-02-19
5 star perfromances.
Excellent BBC radio production. Great sound effects and narration by the different actors. This is based on a stand alone mystery by Christie.
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- Anonymous User
- 15-11-18
A Christie overlooked but very well done
I thought I had read all of Christie’s work over the years but I had missed this one. The story is clever with subtle twists and turns. The narration was excellent. I’m sure I will re-listen at times to enjoy the first-time feeling.