"The most fascinating aspect of the notebooks is the rare glimpse they allow into the mind of a writer, especially one as imaginative as Christie.An appealing read for Christie-philes." -- Publishers Weekly "A must-have for any ardent fan of Miss Marple or Hercule Poirot." -- Washington Post "A must for all Christie fans." -- Newark Star-Ledger "Provides a unique look into the mind and working habits of one of the world's most successful authors." -- Tulsa World "Meticulously detailed and scrupulous in its judgments." -- Strand magazine on Agatha Christie's Secret Notebooks "A meticulously detailed study that is packed with shrewd perceptions about Christie's fiction.Curran has produced an enthralling miscellany of a book, in which her fans will rummage to their heart's content.

" -- Sunday Times (London) "Many of Curran's discoveries will shape how Christie is read in future.This book is fascinating." -- The Independent on Sunday "[Curran] has organized his material as efficiently as an Agatha Christie mystery.[His] enthusiasm for his subject carries us along." -- Irish Times.