Check out the Thrilling Agatha and the Curse of Ishtar If you are a fan of mystery novels, then you must not miss out on Agatha and the Curse of Ishtar by Serena Kent. This thrilling book takes you on a journey with amateur detective Agatha Christie as she tries to solve a mysterious murder on an archaeological dig in Baghdad. The story begins with Agatha traveling to Iraq to visit her old friend, Professor Khaldi, and his team of archaeologists. However, her holiday takes an unexpected turn when a member of the team is found dead, and another is subsequently murdered. Agatha, being the curious and astute woman that she is, takes it upon herself to uncover the truth. She encounters a cast of eccentric and suspicious characters, each with their motives and secrets.
Did he feel at home at the dig sites?
There were these toy dogs that you could get that were essentially compressed sand which you could buy at toy shops and you got tiny plastic tools and you slowly chipped away and within this sand you could find dinosaur bones. Ethan s portrayal of Moriarty adds an intriguing layer to the series, as viewers are kept on the edge of their seats, trying to decipher his true intentions.
She encounters a cast of eccentric and suspicious characters, each with their motives and secrets. As she delves deeper into the investigation, she unravels a web of lies, deceit, and ancient curses. The book is packed with suspense, clever plot twists, and a delightful mix of humor and wit.
CHRISTOPHER STEVENS reviews last night's TV: An Agatha whodunit so criminally awful, you might just die laughing
Good comedy is a joy, but dreadful drama can be funnier. Agatha And The Curse Of Ishtar (C5) was so gloriously terrible, so deadly dire that I’ll be plagued by fits of giggles for days. Set on an archaeological dig in Mesopotamia during the Twenties, the walls wobbled in this bargain basement adventure, like a Miss Marple mystery at the Crossroads motel. But the budget wasn’t the worst problem facing Lyndsey Marshal, who played a young Agatha Christie. She had to keep a straight face in a show that had no idea whether it was a crime thriller, parody, steamy romance, sex farce, horror movie or slapstick comedy. When she met the hero, hunky historian Max (Jonah Hauer-King), he’d just been shot in the head, though only the once and not very badly, as it turned out. She rolled his unconscious body over and his arm flew up, socking her in the eye. Agatha plucked out the bullet, which had flattened itself against the front of his cranium. A passing doctor diagnosed nothing worse than a fractured skull, which healed overnight. We didn’t know who shot Max, because the last time we saw him he’d just discovered the tomb of Nebuchadnezzar. No one had set foot in the place for 2,500 years, he assured his faithful Iraqi assistant, Faisal, who sported a Saddam Hussein-esque moustache.
Agatha and Max sauntered away, flirting madly, oblivious to the man behind them writhing in death agonies. I’ll be amazed if there’s anything more accidentally hilarious this Christmas
Imagine Max’s surprise when he broke open the tomb and discovered his best friend, Patrick, who was clutching a fragment of hieroglyphs and not looking well. He must have been waiting down there for ages. ‘Ishtar!’ groaned Patrick, rolled up his eyes and died. He was better off out of it. The next couple of hours were full of shockingly misjudged humour and worse dialogue. One running joke was that Agatha couldn’t sleep, because the middle-aged archaeologist and his wife in the next room were having noisy and fairly kinky sex.
Serena Kent does an excellent job of creating a vivid and immersive setting in 1920s Baghdad. The descriptions of the archaeological sites and local culture make you feel like you are right there alongside Agatha. The main highlight of the book is, of course, the character of Agatha Christie herself. Kent takes inspiration from the real-life famous author and portrays her as a strong, intelligent, and independent woman. Agatha's determination to solve the crime, despite the dangers and obstacles she faces, is truly inspirational. Overall, Agatha and the Curse of Ishtar is a must-read for fans of mystery and historical fiction. Serena Kent's writing style keeps you hooked from the first page, and the thrilling plot will keep you guessing until the very end. So grab a cup of tea, settle into your favorite reading spot, and let Agatha Christie take you on this exhilarating adventure..
Reviews for "Solving the Curse of Ishtar: Join Agatha in Her Latest Quest"
- John - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Check out the thrilling Agatha and the Curse of Ishtar". The plot was predictable and lacked any sort of originality. The characters were one-dimensional and I couldn't connect with any of them. The pacing of the story was off, with slow and boring sections followed by rushed and poorly executed action scenes. Overall, I found it to be a forgettable and uninspiring read.
- Sarah - 1 star - "Check out the thrilling Agatha and the Curse of Ishtar" was an absolute letdown. The writing style was inconsistent, with awkwardly phrased sentences and clunky dialogue. The author seemed to rely on cheap thriller tropes and clichés, which made the story feel unoriginal and stale. I was hoping for a thrilling and suspenseful read, but instead, I found it to be dull and lacking in any real excitement. Save your time and money, there are much better thriller novels out there.
- Michael - 2 stars - I had high expectations for "Check out the thrilling Agatha and the Curse of Ishtar" but sadly, it didn't live up to them. The story had potential, but it was poorly executed. The plot twists were easily predictable, and the so-called "thrilling" moments fell flat. The characters were forgettable and lacked depth, making it hard to invest in their journey. Overall, it was a mediocre thriller that failed to deliver any real suspense or excitement.