The Witness for the Prosecution

Agatha Christie

Sep 2011 · Sold by Harper Collins

About this ebook

When wealthy spinster Emily French is found murdered, suspicion falls on Leonard Vole, the man to whom she hastily bequeathed her riches before she died. Leonard assures the investigators that his wife, Romaine Heilger, can provide them with an alibi. However, when questioned, Romaine informs the police that Vole returned home late that night covered in blood. During the trial, Ms. French’s housekeeper, Janet, gives damning evidence against Vole, and, as Romaine’s cross-examination begins, her motives come under scrutiny from the courtroom. One question remains, will justice prevail?

Ratings and reviews

Has been my favorite movie of all time for years, so I finally read the book. Both are great and worth watching or reading. There are a few differences in each of course. I suggest watching the movie first time since the book doesn't convey the surprise as well as the movie because of the acting of Tyrone Power (in his final screen role), Marlene Dietrich, and Charles Laughton. All great actors with a very good supporting cast.

Thoroughly enjoyed it! Not too long to get lost in the details, just right with a good story! Like an episode of Law & Order.

Brilliant. Outstanding performances by Marlene Dietrich, Charles Laughton, Tyrone Power, and even Elsa Lancaster

About the author

Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time, outsold only by the Bible and Shakespeare. Her books have sold more than a billion copies in English and another billion in a hundred foreign languages. She died in 1976, after a prolific career spanning six decades.