LE COUTEAU SUR LA NUQUE

"Le Couteau sur la Nuque" is the FRE title for Agatha Christie's novel "The Mirror Crack'd from Side to Side" in English. It was first published in 1962.

In "The Mirror Crack'd from Side to Side," the story is set in the village of St. Mary Mead, where Miss Marple, the amateur detective, resides. A glamorous actress named Marina Gregg and her husband, film director Jason Rudd, move into Gossington Hall, a historic house in the village.

During a charity fête held at Gossington Hall, tragedy strikes when a local woman, Heather Badcock, dies after drinking a poisoned cocktail. Miss Marple becomes intrigued by the case and sets out to uncover the truth behind Heather's death.

As Miss Marple investigates, she discovers a web of secrets, jealousy, and long-buried resentments among the residents of St. Mary Mead. With her sharp powers of observation and understanding of human nature, Miss Marple pieces together the clues to solve the mystery and unmask the killer.

"The Mirror Crack'd from Side to Side" is celebrated for its intricate plot, clever twists, and memorable characters. Agatha Christie's skillful storytelling and mastery of suspense make it a captivating read for fans of mystery fiction.