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Poirot and Me

By: David Suchet
Narrated by: David Suchet
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About this listen

Actor David Suchet recalls his experience of playing Agatha Christie's world-famous detective, Hercule Poirot, for almost a quarter of a century.

In the summer of 2013 David Suchet filmed his final scenes as Hercule Poirot. After 24 years in the role, he will have played the character in every story that Agatha Christie wrote about him (bar one, deemed unfilmable) and he will bid adieu to a role and a character that have changed his life.

In Poirot and Me, David Suchet tells the story of how he secured the part, with the blessing of Agatha Christie's daughter, and set himself the task of presenting the most authentic Poirot that had ever been filmed. David Suchet is uniquely placed to write the ultimate companion to one of the world's longest running television series.

Peppered with anecdotes about filming, including many tales of the guest stars who have appeared over the years, the book is essential for Poirot fans all over the world.

©2013 David Suchet and Geoffrey Wansell (P)2013 Headline Digital Entertainment & Celebrities Entertainment & Performing Arts Film & TV Celebrity Funny Feel-Good Thought-Provoking

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David Suchet IS Poirot. It's great to hear his voice again, telling his story - it's like having all those grand mystery stories rolled into one sweet jar of mini treats. One to be listened to over and over again.

So enjoyable

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Judging from existing reviews I expected quite funny and humorous story. However, it turned out a very private and sometimes even intimate story. Enjoyed a lot. Even if one is not a fan of the series this is a good book to have a look at.

A very private story

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Having, like so many others, grown up watching and reading about the little man on tv and in Dame Agathas books; getting to hear Mr. David Suchet tell me about what it has been like portraying Hercule Poirot was a joy from start to finish. Mr.Suchet talks briefly about each movie; its cast, plot and his thoughts around it with sprinkles of how it affected his own life as the time. It was nice to hear from Poirot as well from time to time, and I thorroughly recommend buying this Audible if you, like the rest of us; enjoyed the little Belgian.

Thank you both; Poirot and D.Suchet for it all.

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I love David Suchet as Poirot, he is the definitive Poirot, just as Joan Hickson is Miss Marple. what is there not to love about his account of playing the great Belgian detective for all those years. Learning how he chose to play the part and why it is the definitive version and always will be. Oh go on you know you want to

If you loved David Suchet as Poirot ...read it

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I have been an avid Poirot watcher ever since David Suchet started portraying the Belgian detective many decades ago 🙈, yes I am knocking on a bit. It was a great pleasure to hear David tell the story of his experience of bringing the character to life, in his own words. It is a very insightful audio book which I greatly enjoyed. Being retired I managed to listen to the book in one sitting and I am sure I will listen to it many times. A great addition to my Audible library and a must for Poirot fans.

Excellent - Very insightful

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An excellent recounting of this remarkable journey of David Suchet as Poirot across the filming of all Christie’s stories. Gives personal journey of Suchet and insights into some of his other works and into the industry. Well structured and well told. Recommended, especially if you liked the Poirot series or David Suchet.

Excellent recounting

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Agatha Christie’s Poirot has always meant so much to me and growing up I used to love watching them on a Sunday with my grandparents. David Suchet‘s account of his experience playing this wonderful character is a perfect way to get to know both David Suchet and Hercule Poirot. Beautifully read, of course, and wonderfully written by Suchet. It’s one of those books you’ll want to relisten to again and again.

Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful!

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Absolutely one of my favourite Audio Books.
I have always been a fan of Poirot since I saw the Peter Ustinov films. Then I read the books and saw the ITV show... which took Poirot to whole new level!
To now hear the story of how he became, and embodied Poirot for all those years, from David Suchet himself is an enthralling privilege!
For me there is now only ONE Poirot, in much the same way that there is only one Superman in Christopher Reeve, and that is David Suchet.

Exceptional!

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Would you listen to Poirot and Me again? Why?

not really, it was easy listening and mildly interesting as to how the character was constructed, but nothing earth shattering

Would you recommend Poirot and Me to your friends? Why or why not?

easy listening, not a gripping story

What about David Suchet’s performance did you like?

Davids voice is lovely to listen too any time

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

not really

Any additional comments?

interesting but sadly easily forgotten

easy listening

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, and in fact I gave it to three friends for Christmas. For anyone who enjoys the Poirot series, it's a fascinating insight.

What other book might you compare Poirot and Me to, and why?

Not really applicable.

Which character – as performed by David Suchet – was your favourite?

Not applicable

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The opening. I cried!

Any additional comments?

Watching Poirot after listening to the book sheds a whole new light on the series.

Perfection!

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