In A Christmas Tragedy, the tenth story from Agatha Christie's The Thirteen Problems, Miss Marple shares a personal and unsettling mystery she encountered one Christmas at a spa. Unlike the festive joy expected during the holiday season, this story is marked by Miss Marple's grim certainty that she has witnessed the prelude to a murder.
Miss Marple recounts how, upon meeting Mr. and Mrs. Sanders, she becomes convinced that Mr. Sanders is planning to kill his wife, despite their outward appearance of being a happy couple. As events unfold, Miss Marple observes subtle but telling signs that confirm her fears. She tries to prevent the impending tragedy, but when Mrs. Sanders is found dead, it seems as though Miss Marple's warning was in vain.
The story revolves around Miss Marple's dogged determination to uncover the truth behind the crime, despite the appearance of an accident. Through her keen insight into human nature and her careful attention to detail, Miss Marple solves the mystery, revealing a cunning and cold-blooded plan.
A Christmas Tragedy is a suspenseful and dark tale of premeditated murder, showing Miss Marple at her finest as she untangles the psychological motives behind the crime. This illustrated story showcases Agatha Christie's talent for creating gripping and unexpected holiday mysteries.