Buckle up, mystery lovers! In Episode 1 of All About Agatha, hosts Kemper Donovan and Catherine Brobeck kick off their epic journey through EVERY Agatha Christie novel and short story—starting with her dazzling debut, The Mysterious Affair at Styles (1920). Think of it as the first thrilling stop on our long, twisty ride with the Queen of Mystery!

We dive into the juicy plot: WWI vet Captain Hastings crashes at Styles Court, where rich matriarch Emily Inglethorp drops dead from poison in her locked bedroom. Suspects? Everyone from her shady hubby to quirky family members! Enter the legendary Hercule Poirot, flexing his "little grey cells" to crack clues like forged signatures and suspicious cocoa. (No spoilers, but the misdirection is chef's kiss!)

We break it down podcast-style: spoiler-free overviews, nitpicking plot holes (those coincidences, amirite?), and rankings on everything from character motives to adaptation vibes. Strengths? Killer twists inspired by Christie's real-life poison know-how. Weak spots? A few contrived bits in this rookie effort. Overall rank: A solid 8/10—promising start that still slays in adaptations!

What do YOU think of Poirot's first case? Drop your theories below, and join us for more Christie chaos ahead! 🚀