Sparkling Cyanide by Agatha Christie, Part One

Fiction Episode! This episode contains spoilers. In the novel Sparkling Cyanide, a young heiress dies unexpectedly from cyanide poisoning during a birthday dinner. Although the official verdict of an inquest is suicide brought on by depression after influenza, her husband and sister have their doubts. There are many suspects, all of whom could possibly have had it in for her, but determining who the murderer is, or even if there is a murderer, is difficult. Sources and resources: Wikipedia “Sparkling Cyanide” by Agatha Christie, 1945, G.P Putnam’s Sons, a member of Penguin Group. Previously published as “Remembered Death.” Centers for Disease Control, CDC.gov This podcast uses sound from Freesound.org: minor-key-music-box by user darkwaryurmc (http://freesound.org/s/318908/) licensed under CCBYNC 4.0 All statements in this podcast represent the opinions of the host and her guests. Cover art photos: photo, public domain.