1 / 4The Last Death of the Year: Hercule Poirot Christmas Mystery
Christmas: The Last Death of the Year is Sophie Hannah’s new Hercule Poirot mystery, set on a Greek island on New Year’s Eve in 1932. Poirot and Inspector Edward Catchpool arrive for what may not be a simple holiday, as a festive guessing game turns sinister and a murderer threatens to strike before midnight.
At a glance
- A new Hercule Poirot mystery by Sophie Hannah, following Hercule Poirot’s Silent Night.
- Set on the Greek island of Lamperos over New Year’s Eve in 1932.
- Poirot and Inspector Edward Catchpool investigate amid a festive guessing game and a threat before midnight.
Reference price: €9.58
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The island setting and New Year’s Eve deadline give the mystery a clear seasonal premise.
- The 320-page length offers a substantial story without an unusually long listed page count.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | HarperCollins |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 5 November 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 320 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 000871004X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0008710040 |
| Weight listed | 220 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.08 x 0.94 x 7.8 inches |
What to know before buying
- Customer feedback says readers generally find the book readable and well-written, but reactions to the plot and character development vary, and some say it does not have Agatha Christie’s style.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for a seasonal Hercule Poirot mystery by Sophie Hannah.
- Fans of historical and British detective fiction who enjoy a contained setting and time-bound mystery.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a mystery that closely matches Agatha Christie’s style, as some customer feedback explicitly distinguishes this book from it.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as readable and well-written, with some readers praising the plotting and entertainment. Reactions to the plot and characters are mixed, and some readers say the style differs from Agatha Christie’s. For buyers drawn to this 320-page Poirot mystery, the feedback points to an accessible read but not a guaranteed match for Christie’s style or for readers who prioritise consistent plotting and character appeal.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the writing as well-written and the book as very readable. Some praise the plotting and entertainment value.
Negative themes
- Some customers consider the plot substandard, find characters unlikeable, or say the book is not in Agatha Christie’s style.
Mixed feedback
- Readers disagree about the plot and character development, including whether the number of characters adds to or detracts from the story.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Last Death of the Year about?
Sophie Hannah’s story brings Hercule Poirot and Inspector Edward Catchpool to the Greek island of Lamperos on New Year’s Eve, 1932. A festive guessing game takes a sinister turn as a murderer threatens to strike before midnight.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 320 pages.
Is this a Hercule Poirot novel by Agatha Christie?
The listing identifies Sophie Hannah as the author and describes it as a Hercule Poirot mystery. Customer feedback notes that the style is not Agatha Christie’s.
