This is a Hercule Poirot mystery that is framed in three acts: Suspicion, Certainty, and Discovery. Poirot doesn't start out as the lead character. The death in the first act is not deemed a murder, and Poirot agrees with that opinion. It's not until another nearly identical death occurs that Poirot's suspicions are raised and he begins to assist three other characters who are unofficially investigating the murders. They are a retired actor, Charles Cartwright, a young woman, Miss Lytton Gore (nicknamed Egg), and their friend, Mr. Satterthwaite. Egg was present at both deaths along with a group of acquaintances and neighbors, and all of them become potential suspects. They divvy up the investigation, interviewing the others present at both murders, and consult with Poirot, who eventually identifies the killer. I liked the way this mystery was framed in three acts, with Charles Cartwright's performing a variety of characters providing a funny touch.
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