Murder in the Mews

Murder in the Mews is a detective fiction collection by Agatha Christie, first published in 1937. It brings together four short novellas, all of them featuring Hercule Poirot, Christie's Belgian detective who anchors many of her mystery stories. Written in English, the book sits squarely in crime fiction and leans on a compact format rather than a full-length novel, so each story can focus tightly on a case, a cast of clues, and a careful unraveling.

This is a good fit for readers who like classical mysteries that move quickly and keep the attention on deductions, details, and methodical investigation. It also works well for anyone who wants Poirot in a shorter format, without committing to a longer novel. The collection is especially suited to readers who enjoy puzzle-driven detective fiction, where the pleasure comes from watching the pieces fall into place rather than from high action or big-scale drama.