Topic for Discussion 615982

Who is the true Jacqueline de Bellefort? Why has she chosen to tell Hercule Poirot parts of the story leading up to following the Doyles around and plotting to kill them? Do you believe that Jackie is innocent or guilty of the murders? Why do you think Jackie kills Simon and then herself at the end of the novel?

Topic for Discussion 615983

Discuss the relationship between Linnet and Jackie. Are they friends, foes or somewhere in between? Is their true competition in their relationship? How does Jackie feel about Linnet? How does Linnet feel about Jackie? How do Linnet's feelings change after the marriage? What does he do about it? What happens to Linnet?

Topic for Discussion 615984

Who is Simon Doyle? Is he smart, naive, or just a really good actor? Do you think Simon could have pulled off murdering Linnet without Jackie's help...