About Cat Among the Pigeons by Agatha Christie (A Hercule Poirot Mystery, Book 32 of 38) – Murder at Meadowbank
Meadowbank is one of England’s best schools for girls. It has smart teachers, strong rules, and a calm daily life. Then a teacher is found dead inside the sports pavilion. Fear spreads through the school, and no one knows who can be trusted.
Cat Among the Pigeons by Agatha Christie mixes murder, hidden jewels, secret agents, and school life in one clever mystery. The danger starts during political trouble in the Middle East. Precious jewels disappear, and the people hunting for them believe the answer is hidden at Meadowbank.
Hercule Poirot does not appear at the start. Readers first meet the teachers, students, parents, and people linked to the jewels. When Poirot enters, he must separate truth from lies before the killer strikes again.
When a Safe Place Becomes Dangerous
Mystery readers often want a fresh setting and a strong reason behind the crime. This book gives them both. A respected school becomes a closed place full of fear. The sports pavilion becomes a crime scene, simple talks may hide clues, and friendly faces may hide secret plans.
The police have many suspects but few sure answers. Parents are worried, students may be in danger, and the school could lose its good name. Poirot studies small actions, strange words, and hidden links. His clear thinking turns a confusing case into a satisfying answer.
From Royal Jewels to a School Murder
The story opens during political trouble in the fictional country of Ramat. A royal family is in danger, and precious jewels must be hidden quickly. The jewels reach England without the person carrying them knowing the full truth.
The story then moves to Meadowbank. Headmistress Miss Bulstrode is thinking about the school’s future while new teachers arrive and old tensions grow. Late one night, two teachers see a light near the sports pavilion. They find the games mistress dead, and more danger soon follows.
Young Julia Upjohn begins to understand that she may know something important. Her brave choice brings Hercule Poirot into the case. Readers must think about the jewels, staff, students, and the unknown person hiding among them. The title fits a dangerous person moving inside a place filled with innocent people.
Why This Poirot Mystery Stands Out
- A girls’ school gives the case a rare and fresh setting.
- Hidden jewels add adventure and a clear reason for danger.
- International trouble connects with quiet English school life.
- Julia Upjohn plays a brave and important part.
- Miss Bulstrode is a strong leader facing hard choices.
- Poirot arrives later, letting the mystery grow first.
- The ending explains both the murders and the missing jewels.
This is more than a simple “who did it” tale. Christie offers several possible answers. Some clues point the wrong way, while small details become important when Poirot explains them.
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- Premium eye-soothing cream paper reduces harsh white glare.
- Crystal-clear print keeps every word sharp and easy to see.
- High-quality stitched and glue binding helps the pages stay firm.
- A durable finish supports repeat reading and shelf storage.
These details matter in a mystery because readers often return to earlier pages to check a name or clue. When comparing Cat Among the Pigeons by Agatha Christie book price in Bangladesh, buyers should also consider paper comfort, print clarity, and binding strength.
What Readers Gain from This Story
This book suits readers who enjoy puzzles, action, and danger. The missing jewels create a wider story than one murder alone. Meadowbank gives the plot a closed group of suspects, while the political background makes the risk feel larger.
The story also changes pace well. The opening builds the secret behind the jewels. The middle shows fear spreading through the school. The later part brings Poirot’s careful thinking and full explanation.
- Keeps the mind active through clues and suspects
- Gives a complete ending in one book
- Introduces new readers to Hercule Poirot
- Offers Christie fans an unusual setting
- Works for gifts and mystery collections
- Can be read alone as a standalone case
Perfect for Many Reading Moments
Cat Among the Pigeons is a good choice for a weekend, holiday, quiet evening, or travel bag. Short sessions work because each chapter adds a clue or question. Longer sessions are even better once the danger grows.
It is ideal for Agatha Christie fans, new mystery readers, fans of school settings, readers who enjoy hidden identities, and collectors completing the Poirot series. Parents should note that the story includes murder and danger, though it is not graphic. It is best suited to teen and adult readers who can follow several names and linked events.
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What books are in the A Hercule Poirot Mystery series by Agatha Christie?:
The main 38 books in A Hercule Poirot Mystery are:
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The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 1 of 38)
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The Murder on the Links by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 2 of 38)
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Poirot Investigates by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 3 of 38)
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The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 4 of 38)
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The Big Four by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 5 of 38)
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The Mystery of the Blue Train by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 6 of 38)
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Black Coffee by Agatha Christie and Charles Osborne (Hercule Poirot, Book 7 of 38)
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Peril at End House by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 8 of 38)
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Lord Edgware Dies by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 9 of 38)
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Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 10 of 38)
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Three Act Tragedy by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 11 of 38)
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Death in the Clouds by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 12 of 38)
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The A.B.C. Murders by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 13 of 38)
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Murder in Mesopotamia by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 14 of 38)
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Cards on the Table by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 15 of 38)
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Murder in the Mews by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 16 of 38)
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Dumb Witness by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 17 of 38)
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Death on the Nile by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 18 of 38)
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Appointment with Death by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 19 of 38)
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Hercule Poirot’s Christmas by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 20 of 38)
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Sad Cypress by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 21 of 38)
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One, Two, Buckle My Shoe by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 22 of 38)
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Evil Under the Sun by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 23 of 38)
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Five Little Pigs by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 24 of 38)
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The Hollow by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 25 of 38)
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The Labours of Hercules by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 26 of 38)
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Taken at the Flood by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 27 of 38)
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Mrs. McGinty’s Dead by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 28 of 38)
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After the Funeral by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 29 of 38)
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Hickory Dickory Dock by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 30 of 38)
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Dead Man’s Folly by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 31 of 38)
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Cat Among the Pigeons by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 32 of 38)
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The Clocks by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 33 of 38)
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Third Girl by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 34 of 38)
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Hallowe’en Party by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 35 of 38)
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Elephants Can Remember by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 36 of 38)
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Double Sin and Other Stories by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 37 of 38)
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Curtain: Poirot’s Last Case by Agatha Christie (Hercule Poirot, Book 38 of 38)
Best Sellers Rank of This Book
- #204,904 in Books
- #536 in Traditional Detective Mysteries (Books)
- #668 in Mystery Anthologies (Books)
- #726 in Short Stories (Books)
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| Primary Specification | |
| Series Name | A Hercule Poirot Mystery |
| Author | Agatha Christie |
| Genre | Mystery, Crime, Detective Fiction, Thriller |
| ISBN-13/ISSN | 978-0063376946 |
| ISBN-10 | 0063376946 |
| Publisher | William Morrow Paperbacks |
| Publishing Date | January 13, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Reading Age | 11+ years |
| Format | Printed book |
| Physical Specification & Quality | |
| Paper Quality | Premium eye-soothing cream paper |
| Binding Quality | High quality stitched and glue binding (for longevity) |
| Print Quality | Crystal-clear print |
| Pages | 288 pages |
| Country | UK |
| Logistics Information | |
| Weight | 293g |
| Length | 8.5 inch |
| Width | 5.6 inch |
| Height | 0.65 inch |
