Nishchay Reads

Of all of Agatha Christie's masterpieces, Death on the Nile holds a special place. I decided to read the novel first, especially after seeing the average reviews for the recent movie adaptation. It's a classic Hercule Poirot mystery, but it also doubles as a captivating travelogue, transporting you to the exotic setting of 1930s Egypt. ​The story begins with a vivid introduction to the wealthy and beautiful socialite, Linnet Ridgeway. She seems to have everything: money, charm, and an enviable life. Her world is turned upside down when her friend, Jacqueline De Bellefort, asks her for a favor—to meet her fiancé, Simon Doyle, in hopes of helping him find a job. Instead, Linnet is instantly smitten with Simon. She ends up marrying him, stealing him away from Jacqueline, and they embark on a honeymoon to Egypt. However, their trip is haunted by Jacqueline, who, fueled by rage and betrayal, follows them everywhere they go, creating a suffocatingly tense atmosphere. ​...