Description
“4.50 from Paddington” is a detective fiction novel by Agatha Christie. It was first published in 1957 under the title “What Mrs. McGillicuddy Saw!” in the United States and later as “4.50 from Paddington” in the United Kingdom.
The story follows the character of Mrs. Elspeth McGillicuddy, who witnesses a murder on a train traveling alongside hers at 4:50 PM. After reporting the incident to the police and being met with skepticism, Mrs. McGillicuddy seeks the help of her friend, Miss Jane Marple, to investigate the matter. Miss Marple employs her sharp observational skills and deductive reasoning to solve the mystery.
The novel is part of Agatha Christie’s Miss Marple series, featuring the amateur detective Jane Marple. As with many of Christie’s works, “4.50 from Paddington” is celebrated for its intricate plotting, clever mysteries, and memorable characters. It has been adapted into various television productions and continues to be a popular choice among fans of classic detective fiction.
Akhil Sehdev (Verified Purchase)
Bought it as part of 3 books set. One of the underrated books by Agatha Christie. I will highly recommend it.