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3rdGirl on 01 Aug 2009 at 8:49 p.m. GMT
I am a companion to old ladies, and live with my ill sister and our Pekinese dog called Augustus. I have have a genius for criminality which I am trying to supress, and think my mind turns to crime because I long for excitement.
Frndorfoe on 02 Aug 2009 at 5:57 a.m. GMT
Amy Carnaby from The Nemean Lion, the 1st labour from The Labours of Hercules. She also appears in the 10th labour The Flock of Geryon. She is one of the most intresting characters from the Poirot mysteries. The Labours of Hercules is one of my all time favorite Agtaha Christie books.
marymck on 02 Aug 2009 at 8:41 a.m. GMT
I am a young mother, returning to my father's riverside house following the death of my husband. I have come here for comfort, for a return to the familiar warmth of my family. But something does not feel right and when my father returns from a business trip to the North, bringing with him a young and beautiful woman, my sense that something evil is lurking becomes tangible.
Frndorfoe on 02 Aug 2009 at 2:09 p.m. GMT
I am a famous retired stage actor. I have knack for hosting rather lethal parties.
Frndorfoe on 02 Aug 2009 at 6:20 p.m. GMT
Yes, MissScarlet107. You are right. It is Sir Charles Cartwright from Three Act Tragedy.
TheMole on 03 Aug 2009 at 2:57 p.m. GMT
I am a quiet, well mannered young woman. I own a few 'pieces' of value but other than that I am without much fortune. And while I am what one would call a 'plain jane' I have brains to compensate for my looks. I am no fool except where my heart is concerned.
TheMole on 06 Aug 2009 at 2:17 p.m. GMT
No. Remember, mon ami, that this character is plain looking and w/o much fortune.
Frndorfoe on 06 Aug 2009 at 2:20 p.m. GMT
TheMoleMay I go next?
I am a quiet, well mannered young woman. I own a few 'pieces' of value but other than that I am without much fortune. And while I am what one would call a 'plain jane' I have brains to compensate for my looks. I am no fool except where my heart is concerned.
WINNEBAGO1901Linnett Ridgeway Doyle
Oh my WINNE! How could you call Linnett Ridgeway Doyle a 'plain jane'?And also she's definitely not "without much fortune". In the book Death on the Nile it says that "money and looks- It's too much! If a girl's as rich as that she's no right to be a good-looker as well. And she is a good-looker."
Tommy_A_Jones on 06 Aug 2009 at 2:25 p.m. GMT
I had forgotten the fortune bit of it but as for the looks some women wee themselves as plain Jane's when they aren't.
TheMole on 07 Aug 2009 at 1:56 p.m. GMT
Sorry, all guesses are wrong. A hint: The character is from a Poirot book.
TheMole on 11 Aug 2009 at 7:21 p.m. GMT
Nay. It's not from any character in The Hollow. I said that Gerda Christow was a good guess because I think in a few ways her personality is similar to the character I described.
HerculeJC on 15 Aug 2009 at 3:19 a.m. GMT
First off, was away on vacation for 3 weeks; got home on Monday night/Tuesday morning.
For the description: let me try NICK BUCKLEY from 'Peril At End House'.
TheMole on 15 Aug 2009 at 12:51 p.m. GMT
I hope you enjoyed your vacation, HJ. Did you go someplace AC related?
All guesses are wrong. What kind of hint would everyone like?
TheMole on 15 Aug 2009 at 12:52 p.m. GMT
I am a quiet, well mannered young woman. I own a few 'pieces' of value but other than that I am without much fortune. And while I am what one would call a 'plain jane' I have brains to compensate for my looks. I am no fool except where my heart is concerned.
Here's the description again.
HerculeJC on 23 Aug 2009 at 5:40 a.m. GMT
Can I try:
Mary Debenham, from ORIENT EXPRESS; not a 'knock-out', but a mover-doer.
Her love for Colonel Arbuthnot is apparent to all, especially to Poirot.
Bundle_ on 23 Aug 2009 at 1:42 p.m. GMT
Hi HJ! I changed my username from TheMole to Bundle, btw.
And sorry, it's not Mary Debenham.
I'll give a huge hint: This character comes from one of AC's rhyming title books.
HerculeJC on 23 Aug 2009 at 5:11 p.m. GMT
Mole, that must mean either "One Two Buckle My Shoe" or "Hickory Dickory Dock".
I'm thinking of Sally, from "Hickory Dickory".
Bundle_ on 23 Aug 2009 at 7:10 p.m. GMT
You are right it is either from One Two Buckle My Shoe or Hickory Dickory Dock. But Sally Finch is incorrect.
Bundle_ on 26 Aug 2009 at 2:10 p.m. GMT
Yes! It is Patricia Lane! Congrats, Winne!
SPOILERS For Hickory Dickory Dock
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I said that she own a few pieces of value but otherwise is w/o much fortune because she owned a couple of pieces of expensive jewelry, a ring of which was stolen by Celia Austin. She is indeed a plain jane, but she is serious about her studies in politics. And she figured out who the culprit was but she let him lead her on because she loved him.
Tommy_A_Jones on 26 Aug 2009 at 2:14 p.m. GMT
I will have a go, I am young, Enthusiastic Dependable and can be relied apon, I just want to have Adventures like the Characters in the Books I read
Bundle_ on 27 Aug 2009 at 3:46 p.m. GMT
Bobby Jones? The adaptation of Evans butchered the plot and character persona's so much that I can't remember if Bobby was looking forward to mystery solving or not.
HerculeJC on 04 Sep 2009 at 5:58 p.m. GMT
How about Edward Robinson, from the short story 'The Manhood of Edward Robinson', in "The Golden Ball and Other Stories"?
Tommy_A_Jones on 07 Sep 2009 at 12:16 p.m. GMT
No but I can see why you say him but it isn't him, Here is a Clue, this man appeared in more than 1 book.
Bundle_ on 08 Sep 2009 at 4:31 p.m. GMT
Is it the little boy from Peril at End House, Tommy? I'm sorry I didn't provide a name -- but I can't remember it.
Tommy_A_Jones on 09 Sep 2009 at 12:19 p.m. GMT
No Bundle it isn't, This person does not appear in a Poirot story.
HerculeJC on 10 Sep 2009 at 4:11 a.m. GMT
Tommy Beresford, and I would guess the book would be "N or M".
Puffinjill on 11 Sep 2009 at 1:01 p.m. GMT
Albert, T and T's young sidekick in "The Secret Adversary"?
Tommy_A_Jones on 11 Sep 2009 at 2:44 p.m. GMT
Well Done Puffinjill, Tuppence got Albert's assistance because he had on him a Cheap Thriller, I think it was called a Halfpenny Thriller, Well Done, Your turn now.
Puffinjill on 14 Sep 2009 at 2:40 p.m. GMT
Hey! I got something right!! So, my turn,eh? I'm new to this so my effort will probably be pathetic but I'll have a go....
My cousin has always been good to me so I'm happy to go and be by her side if she needs me, but I do wish it was any other time but now. I'm so worried and have no-one but my cousin to confide in. At least she knows my secret and perhaps we can help each other. I wonder why she needs me?
See, told you, rubbish!!
Puffinjill on 15 Sep 2009 at 12:13 p.m. GMT
See, so damn easy!! Well done to you. I'll do better next time, promise! Over to you now...
HerculeJC on 16 Sep 2009 at 3:59 a.m. GMT
Let me try my hand: guess two characters:
"What a pathetic little person she is!! But why did she make that comment to me?? It just doesn't seem to make any sense!"
Tommy_A_Jones on 16 Sep 2009 at 2:24 p.m. GMT
Henrietta Sevenake saying it about Midgehardcastle in 'The Hollow'
HerculeJC on 16 Sep 2009 at 11:53 p.m. GMT
I'll have to re-read "THE HOLLOW", to note Henrietta's feelings about Midge.
However, that guess is not correct.
HerculeJC on 19 Sep 2009 at 4:31 p.m. GMT
First off, the quote made by the character is that person's assessment of the other person, who is perceived differently by others.
I'll add other clues, later, if needed.
You're on the right track, Tommy (i.e. what do the two stories noted have in common, besides being written by Agatha). However, is is not any of the characters from AFTER THE FUNERAL
Tommy_A_Jones on 20 Sep 2009 at 3:20 p.m. GMT
Is the Book Evil Under The Sun? I think Miss Castle might have said something like that but I am not sure if she was talking about Christine Redfern or Arlena
HerculeJC on 21 Sep 2009 at 5:22 p.m. GMT
NO, Tommy.
FIVE LITTLE PIGS is not correct, but you have noted that it is from a Hercule Poirot story.
Tommy_A_Jones on 22 Sep 2009 at 2:14 p.m. GMT
Death On The Nile? perhaps Jacqueline De Belfort would have said that after Linnet Ridgeway said something.
HerculeJC on 23 Sep 2009 at 3:21 a.m. GMT
Tommy, you are now "heading in the right direction"/"getting closer".
Also, your post noted that one of my characters is the eventual victim.
However, DEATH ON THE NILE is not the correct title.
HerculeJC on 24 Sep 2009 at 3:31 p.m. GMT
NO!! Not CARDS ON THE TABLE.
Hint: What is noted/hinted at for DEATH ON THE NILE??
m_hercule_poirot_2 on 25 Sep 2009 at 7:08 a.m. GMT
Appointment With Death. Dr. King about Lady Boynton
HerculeJC on 25 Sep 2009 at 5:32 p.m. GMT
Appointment With Death. Dr. King about Lady Boynton
Congratulations to m_hercule_poirot_2. APPOINTMENT WITH DEATH is the correct answer.
I was hinting that the characters were from a Poirot story, set not in England (this time, in the Middle East).
My character was Doctor Sarah King, and her thoughts were about Lady Boynton, and her statement "I never forget anything!...".
Puffinjill on 25 Sep 2009 at 6:23 p.m. GMT
Why didn't I get that!!!! My favorite too!!! Well done you!
Come on then, roll on the next one...
asmikhushi on 04 Oct 2009 at 12:52 p.m. GMT
lemme try one
i am a famous person and most people believe i am pretty dumb but i am not as dumb as i seem to be. And though i m clever i do sometimes forget about what i had been saying and stumble
Tommy_A_Jones on 04 Oct 2009 at 4:25 p.m. GMT
I am just as bad, I am sure when I tried people were only being kind not guessing them straight away.
HerculeJC on 04 Oct 2009 at 7:16 p.m. GMT
Let me try two other persons; after this I will take a break:
BOTH CHARACTERS ARE FROM THE SAME STORY
1. "Being a wealthy widow does have its advantages. I enjoy traveling through Europe and Asia, thanks to many recommendations made by my daughter. I enjoy chatting with people I meet about my daughter.
"I Just hope I'll be in time to sail back to America; this current delay I've encountered might cause me to miss my boat..."
and
2. "I was forced to leave my home Country, but I was fortunate that I had time to transfer my fortune to my home in Western Europe.
"I am thankful for the many friends and acquaintances I have made throughout the years, including many well-connected persons in Europe and America.
"Even when in limited surroundings I travel in style. And everyone knows when I want to make my presence felt".
Frndorfoe on 04 Oct 2009 at 9:21 p.m. GMT
The first one is Mrs. Hubbard and the second one is Princess Dragomiroff. They are both from Murder on the Orient Express.
HerculeJC on 05 Oct 2009 at 3:56 a.m. GMT
Congratulations, Frndorfoe!! You're correct.
It is Caroline Hubbard and Princess Dragomiroff, both from ORIENT EXPRESS.
asmikhushi on 11 Oct 2009 at 2:05 p.m. GMT
another...
here goes nothing
i have a talent which is my profession. i m hugely attract people but am myself attracted to them for a short while only. i prefer being with ppl i am close to
Miss_Scarlet107 on 21 Oct 2009 at 5:37 p.m. GMT
:D
I am shrewd and observant woman despite my failing health. I believed in old-fashioned morality and my passion for bridge is notorious.
thedoctor98 on 21 Oct 2009 at 6:33 p.m. GMT
Miss_Scarlet107:D
I am shrewd and observant woman despite my failing health. I believed in old-fashioned morality and my passion for bridge is notorious.
Is it Lady Boynton from appointment with death
Puffinjill on 25 Oct 2009 at 1:38 p.m. GMT
Heavens! My brain worked! Is it my turn now? Hang on, I'll have a think...
Puffinjill on 25 Oct 2009 at 7:14 p.m. GMT
I've set one clue once before and I said before I posted that one that I was TERRIBLE at this sort of thing! I look at everyone elses clues and turn green with envy that I hadn't thought of them! So, I'm warning you all, the one I'm about to post is probably as pathetic as my last. But here goes...
I knew the journey I had to make would be difficult for me, but at least I thought it would bring happiness to those I had to see. Now I find my news has done the opposite, it has bought pain and suspicion to them. But justice must be done.
Right, there you go. Hope it's not too rubbish!!
Puffinjill on 27 Oct 2009 at 6:26 a.m. GMT
See, told you! I can't set a really difficult clue for toffee!! But, well done HerculeJC, yes it is Arthur Calgary!! Over to you my friend!
HerculeJC on 28 Oct 2009 at 3:41 a.m. GMT
Puff, I admit I knew the answer as I read ORDEAL BY INNOCENCE last August (was a good way to pass the time, after I agreed to take a much-later flight home, that day).
HerculeJC on 28 Oct 2009 at 3:41 a.m. GMT
Anyway, I have done two of the last four "Character" guesses, so I will let someone else do the next challenge.
thedoctor98 on 28 Oct 2009 at 10:25 a.m. GMT
Can i do one?
She was a woman of between thirty and forty, slightly haggard, with a clear-cut profile and really very beautiful eyes. There was about her an air of reserve, more - of suspicion.
Puffinjill on 29 Oct 2009 at 7 p.m. GMT
Could it be Mrs Lestrange from Murder at the Vicarage? I'm a bit unsure about the age but I do remember her lovely eyes. Must read it again soon!
But I'm probably way off...
thedoctor98 on 30 Oct 2009 at 5:36 p.m. GMT
No it is not Mrs Lestrange from Murder at the Vicarage nice try though
HerculeJC on 31 Oct 2009 at 4:58 a.m. GMT
I'm probably "grasping at straws": How about Elinor Carlisle from SAD CYPRESS.
HerculeJC on 31 Oct 2009 at 5:02 a.m. GMT
My other guesses: Sorry if I am not allowed to post more than one:
1. Ginger, from THE PALE HORSE;
2. Theresa Arundell, from DUMB WITNESS; or
3. Mary Dove, from A POCKET FULL OF RYE
HerculeJC on 31 Oct 2009 at 5:55 p.m. GMT
Let me try, again: Conchita Lopez, from HERCULE POIROT'S CHRISTMAS
thedoctor98 on 01 Nov 2009 at 11:50 a.m. GMT
No wrong again keep trying i thought this one was easy just think carefully
HerculeJC on 01 Nov 2009 at 5:36 p.m. GMT
Okay, I thought of Conchita, as it was her eyes that alerted Poirot to her alias.
Now I am thinking of Countess Rossakoff, from THE BIG FOUR and THE LABOURS OF HERCULES.
thedoctor98 on 02 Nov 2009 at 12:35 p.m. GMT
No wrong again keep trying is there no one who can get this right i will give you a clue it was hastings who made this deduction. one more guess and if its wrong i will give a massive clue
HerculeJC on 03 Nov 2009 at 3:10 p.m. GMT
I recall that CINDERS, Hastings' wife, was younger than 30, so I'll pass on her.
THE ABC MURDERS, next, comes to mind:
My two guesses:
Thora Grey
or
Megan Barnard.
The others I thought of were the two sisters in DUMB WITNESS:
Theresa Arundell
and
Arabella Tanios
thedoctor98 on 05 Nov 2009 at 8:03 p.m. GMT
no all wrong again im not sue if this clue will help but its a very famous poirot story very famous i think
HerculeJC on 06 Nov 2009 at 4:43 p.m. GMT
The other stories with Poirot and Hastings, that I recall, are:
LORD EDGEWARE DIES;
MURDER ON THE LINKS;
THE MYSTERIOUS AFFAIR AT STYLES;
and
CURTAIN
That leaves me thinking of Carlotta Adams, from LORD EDGEWARE DIES;
Mary Cavendish from THE MYSTERIOUS AFFAIR AT STYLES
Barbara Franklin from CURTAIN
I also think of 'Madame Marie', the neighbor in MURDER ON THE LINKS (it's been awhile since I read the book; trying to recall the name).
Finally, I am trying to remember:
1. Cinders' friend, from LINKS; and
2. The other tenant in CURTAIN (the single woman).
thedoctor98 on 07 Nov 2009 at 7:45 a.m. GMT
none of them are right but one of the stories is right but i need the name
Puffinjill on 11 Nov 2009 at 1:44 p.m. GMT
Is this one of those that I will kick myself for not getting as the answer is actually blindingly obvious? I'm completely bambozled so far! Any chance of another clue?
HerculeJC on 19 Nov 2009 at 3:50 a.m. GMT
Nobody else has been trying to guess the answer. Interesting.
Okay, other characters:
JANE WILKINSON, from Lord Edgeware Dies
CYNTHIA MURDOCK, from The Mysterious Affair At Styles
of
EVIE HOWARD, from The Mysterious Affair At Styles
This, also, is a long-shot: JUDITH HASTINGS, from Curtain
thedoctor98 on 19 Nov 2009 at 6:38 p.m. GMT
it is hard to give a clue without giving away the character but all i will say is that poirot and hastings were both in this book and it was quite a late book coming out come on people when i posted this question i thought you would get it sraight away not that youd be guessing over it a month or so after i posted it
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Hey, all. :)
I thought this forum could use a "Guess the Character" game, seeming as there are so many characters throughout the wonderful world of Christie. It's a pretty simple format. You pretend that you're describing the character in 1st person.
e.g.
"I am a Belgian detective, infact the most famous detective in the world. I like to use my little grey cells and I love to take great care with my beatufiul moustaches".
Okay, that's obviously Poirot. When the next person guesses right they can post one and the game carries on like that. :)
I'll start with the first 'question'; an easy one.
"I am a famous American actress, married to a Lord. Our marriage is on the rocks at the moment, and I'm afraid I've fallen for a rather wealthy Duke".