Mystery · Classics
The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
A wealthy man is found stabbed in his study in a quiet English village, and Poirot, newly retired next door, is persuaded to investigate. The local doctor narrates the case.
Facts last checked 2026-10-16
- First published
- 1926
- Pace
- Medium
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 286
- Format
- Book 4 of 48 in Hercule Poirot
Read this if you want one of the most famous and talked-about puzzles in classic crime fiction.
Skip this if you have already been told the twist, as the whole book is built around it.
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Quick answers about The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
- What is The Murder of Roger Ackroyd about?
- A wealthy man is found stabbed in his study in a quiet English village, and Poirot, newly retired next door, is persuaded to investigate. The local doctor narrates the case.
- Who should read The Murder of Roger Ackroyd?
- Read it if you want one of the most famous and talked-about puzzles in classic crime fiction. Skip it if you have already been told the twist, as the whole book is built around it.
- How long and how fast is The Murder of Roger Ackroyd?
- It is a medium-paced, short read of about 286 pages, first published in 1926.
- Does The Murder of Roger Ackroyd have content warnings?
- Content we flag: Death.
- Can I borrow The Murder of Roger Ackroyd for free?
- Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends The Murder of Roger Ackroyd; the borrow button above searches it for you.
- What should I read after The Murder of Roger Ackroyd?
- Readers who liked it often move on to The Thursday Murder Club, The Hound of the Baskervilles.
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