The Golden Ball and Other Stories by Agatha Christie

The Golden Ball and Other Stories

Agatha Christie

288 pages first pub 1971 (editions)

fiction classics mystery short stories mysterious fast-paced
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Is it a gesture of good will or a sinister trap that lures Rupert St. Vincent and his family to magnificent estate? How desperate is Joyce Lambert, a destitute young widow whose only recourse is to marry a man she despises? What unexpected circums...

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Community Reviews Summary of 392 reviews

Moods

mysterious 95%
adventurous 52%
lighthearted 28%
challenging 14%
dark 14%
emotional 9%
funny 9%
relaxing 9%
reflective 4%
sad 4%
tense 4%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 39%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 62% | A mix: 25% | Character: 6% | N/A: 6%

Strong character development?

No: 58% | It's complicated: 17% | N/A: 11% | Yes: 11%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 31% | No: 25% | N/A: 25% | Yes: 18%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 82% | Yes: 17%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 42% | It's complicated: 28% | Yes: 21% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

3.38

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