The Labours Of Hercule

Appointment With Death

The Labours Of Hercule

Show Notes

Adam and Frankie have an appointment with one of the most controversial episodes in the Poirot series... but why?

After Lady Boynton is found dead at an archaeological dig, Poirot must not only work out how the killing was carried out in full view of the camp, but also the motive. And the answers to both questions will prove somewhat horrifying...

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