The Witness for the Prosecution: An Agatha Christie Short Story

A classic Agatha Christie short story, available individually for the first time on digital audio, performed by Christopher Lee. When wealthy spinster Emily French is found murdered, suspicion falls to Leonard Vole, the man to whom she hastily bequeathed her riches before she died. Leonard assures the investigators that his wife, Romaine Heilger can provide them with an alibi. However, when questioned, Romaine informs the police that Vole returned home late that night covered in blood. During the trial, Ms French’s housekeeper, Janet gives damning evidence against Vole, but as Romaine’s cross-examination begins her motives come under scrutiny from the courtroom. One question remains, will justice out? This bestselling book by Agatha Christie, the classic Sunday Times bestselling author, is a traditional mystery fiction that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The suspense and thrillers elements are masterfully woven into the story, making it one of her best stories. For fans of Richard Osman (We Solve Murders), Anthony Horowitz (Magpie Murders), M. C. Beaton (Agatha Raisin and the Deadly Dance), Alexandra Benedict (Murder On The Christmas Express), and Daphne Du Maurier (Don't Look Now And Other Stories).