(Audio) By far my favorite Poirot to date. Not only did the time crunch feed the intensity but the character portraits were especially accomplished and captivating - I bet everyone has known a petty tyrant like the one described in this story, or witnessed subtle manipulations that can end up controlling a person.
I must admit that I did not see the conclusion coming at all, which is really no surprise as my little grey cells bear no comparison to Poirot's.
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"On the whole, you know, people tell you the truth. Because it is easier! Because it is less strain on the inventive faculties! You can tell one lie - or two lies - or three lies or even four lies - but you cannot lie all the time. And so - the truth becomes plain."