The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie

“The Murder of Roger Ackroyd” is a classic detective novel written by Agatha Christie. It was first published in 1926 and is one of Christie’s most famous works. The novel is notable for its innovative narrative structure and twist ending, making it a landmark in the mystery genre.

The story is narrated by Dr. James Sheppard, who lives in the village of King’s Abbot. The murder victim, Roger Ackroyd, is a wealthy widower. Hercule Poirot, the famous Belgian detective, is retired and living in the same village when the murder occurs. Dr. Sheppard becomes Poirot’s assistant in the investigation.

What sets “The Murder of Roger Ackroyd” apart is its use of an unreliable narrator, a groundbreaking device in mystery literature at the time. The novel subverts traditional detective story conventions and has a surprising twist ending that has become one of the most famous in the genre.