Elephants Can Remember

"Elephants Can Remember" is a detective novel by Agatha Christie featuring the famous detective duo, Hercule Poirot and Ariadne Oliver. The novel was first published in 1972 and is set in the fictional village of Market Basing, England. It follows Poirot and Oliver as they investigate a double murder that occurred 12 years ago.

The story begins with Mrs. Ariadne Oliver, a well-known detective novelist, receiving a letter from a mother who wishes to know the truth about her son's murder. The mother believes that her son, Celia Ravenscroft's fiancé, was not guilty of the crime. Oliver, in turn, contacts her friend Poirot to help her with the investigation.

Poirot and Oliver start their investigation by interviewing the few people who were present at the party where the murders took place. They soon discover that some of the witnesses are either unwilling or unable to recall what had happened at the party. As they delve deeper into the case, they begin to uncover some long-hidden secrets that could have a bearing on the murders.

Poirot and Oliver then begin to use a unique approach to solving the case. They interview the children of the victims to see if they can remember anything from the time of the murders. Their investigation leads them to interview a number of people, including a photographer, a solicitor, a governess, and the owner of the hotel where the murders took place.

As Poirot and Oliver gather more information, they start to put together the pieces of the puzzle. They discover that one of the witnesses at the party is not who they claim to be, and this person's true identity is vital to solving the case.

The book ends with Poirot and Oliver finally revealing the murderer and the motive behind the murders. The final revelation involves a surprising twist that is typical of Agatha Christie's writing.

Overall, "Elephants Can Remember" is a classic whodunit mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very end. The characters are well-developed, and the plot is full of twists and turns that will keep readers engaged. Agatha Christie's writing style is easy to read and keeps the story moving along at a good pace. The book is highly recommended for fans of classic detective fiction and anyone who enjoys a good mystery.