Soldier Island frequently took the spotlight on local papers. Notorious for being a location of luxury by the establishment of an American millionaire, eight citizens find themselves with a mysterious letter inviting them to the island. The invitation was peculiar and quite illegible, but the recipients fancied the idea of attending such a lush vacation. Traveling by car, carriage, and boat, Mr. Justice Wargrave, Miss Vera Claythorne, Miss Emily Brent, Phillip Lombard, Dr. Armstrong, General MacArthur, and Mr. Blore come to the island shortly after hearing the news. They expect the island to be grand and magnificent based on its reputation. However, the terrain looks to be ominous, surrounded by jagged cliff sides and the vast ocean. Upon their eerie arrival, the visitors meet Mr. and Mrs. Rogers, a couple hired to be the manor butler and housemaid. As time passes on Soldier Island, the absence of the unknown coordinator raises violence, suspicion, and doubt. Who exactly invited them?
Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None is an award-winning mystery novel that explores philosophies on murder, achieving justice, and punishing the guilty. The questions of who, where, and how remain as the novel progresses. Knowing that not everyone is making it out alive, readers are invested to solve the mysteries on Soldier Island before the grand reveal. In all, I would recommend this book to readers who enjoy thriller or mystery genres.
Review Written by Isole, 8th Grade