Hercule Poirot in "The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan" by Agatha Christie
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SYNOPSIS
"The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan" is a short story by Agatha Christie featuring her famous detective character, Hercule Poirot. In this intriguing tale, Poirot finds himself at the Grand Metropolitan Hotel, where a valuable collection of jewelry belonging to a wealthy American woman mysteriously disappears. As Poirot delves into the investigation, he encounters a host of suspicious characters, each with their own motives and secrets. With his keen intellect and sharp observational skills, Poirot navigates through the web of lies and deceit to uncover the truth behind the jewel robbery, leading to a surprising and satisfying conclusion. Christie's mastery of suspense and plot twists shines brightly in this classic detective story.
THE FIRST PAGE
“Poirot,” I said, “a change of air would do you good.”
“You think so, mon ami?”
“I am sure of it.”
“Eh- eh?” said my friend, smiling. “It is all arranged, then?”
“You will come?”
“Where do you propose to take me?”
“Brighton. As a matter of fact, a friend of mine in the City put me on to a very good thing, and- well, I have money to burn, as the saying goes. I think a week-end at the Grand Metropolitan would do us all the good in the world.”
“Thank you, I accept most gratefully. You have the good heart to think of an old man. And the good heart, it is in the end worth all the little grey cells. Yes, yes, I who speak to you am in danger of forgetting that sometimes.”
I did not quite relish the implication. I fancy that Poirot is sometimes a little inclined to underestimate my mental capacities. But his pleasure was so evident that I put my slight annoyance aside.
“Then, that’s all right,” I said hastily.
Saturday evening saw us dining at the Grand Metropolitan in the midst of a gay throng. All the world and his wife seemed to be at Brighton. The dresses were marvellous, and the jewels- worn sometimes with more love of display than good taste- were something magnificent.
“Hein, it is a sight this!” murmured Poirot. “This is the home of the Profiteer, is it not so, Hastings?”
“Supposed to be,” I replied. “But we’ll hope they aren’t all tarred with the Profiteering brush.”
Poirot gazed round him placidly.
“The sight of so many jewels makes me wish I had turned my brains to crime, instead of to its detection. What a magnificent opportunity for some thief of distinction! Regard, Hastings, that stout woman by the pillar. She is, as you would say, plastered with gems.”
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Agatha Christie (1890 - 1976) was a renowned and prolific British author, best known for her contributions to the mystery genre. Often hailed as the "Queen of Crime," Christie's literary career spanned over six decades, during which she wrote 66 detective novels, 14 short story collections, and the world's longest-running play, "The Mousetrap." Her iconic characters, Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, became beloved figures in crime fiction. Christie's works, including classics like "Murder on the Orient Express," "And Then There Were None," and "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd," have sold over two billion copies worldwide, making her one of the best-selling authors in history.
CHAPTERS
0:00 - Start
0:15 - Thank You
0:26 - audiobooky.co
0:35 - Feature Presentation
0:44 - Part 1
11:41 - Part 2
28:22 - Part 3
33:02 - Outro