In this collection you will find XII cases from the archives of Captain Hastings, in which Poirot once again shows his best side. Whether he is solving a jewel theft at the Grand Hotel, solving the mystery of a famous bank, or coping with the curse of an Egyptian pharaoh, Poirot challenges everyone: the police, his friend Hastings, and even the reader experienced in detective investigations! The Adventure of the Western Star Film star Mary Marvell receives a threatening letter from an unknown person demanding the return of the unique diamond “Star of the West.” The woman seriously fears for her life and turns to the great Poirot for help. During the investigation, it turns out that in addition to this stone, there is also a second diamond - the “Star of the East”. Tragedy at Marsdon Manor The Tragedy at Marsdon Manor A terrible tragedy occurs on the Marsdon estate. Suddenly his owner dies. After some time, an unknown person tries to kill his young widow. Poirot, who accidentally ended up on this estate, unravels the case and finds the criminal. Suspiciously cheap apartment The Adventure of the Cheap Flat The Robinson spouses are happy that they rented a comfortable apartment very cheaply. But Poirot, having learned about this, suspects that the newlyweds are drawn into a dangerous game of crime syndicates and international espionage... The Mystery of the Hunter's Lodge The Mystery of Hunter's Lodge In the Hunter's Lodge, lost in the depths of the Derbyshire marshes, Mr. Harrington Pace is found murdered. Poirot takes up the investigation. The Million Dollar Theft The Million Dollar Bond Robbery takes place on the huge ship Olympia a crime unheard of in its audacity. Someone steals valuable bonds from a suitcase locked with a combination lock. It seems that Poirot will once again have to solve a difficult mystery. The Curse of the Egyptian Tomb The Adventure of the Egyptian Tomb An archaeologist who opened the tomb of the pharaoh suddenly dies of a heart attack. Following him, two more who were related to this expedition die. The wife of the deceased archaeologist does not believe in the naturalness of these deaths and asks Poirot to investigate. Trouble at the Grand Metropolitan Hotel The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan The wife of a famous stockbroker, Mrs. Opalsen, goes missing with a unique pearl necklace. Only the legendary Poirot can find the thief and return the stolen property to the owner. The Kidnapped Prime The Kidnapped Prime Minister Unknown people wounded the Prime Minister of England. This incident could trigger an international conflict. Only the brilliant detective Hercule Poirot can prevent it. The Disappearance of Mr Davenheim The Disappearance of Mr Davenheim Mr Davenheim went to the post office and did not return. Police have launched an investigation into the man's mysterious disappearance. But it seems they can’t cope without Poirot’s help. The Secret of the Italian Aristocrat The Adventure of the Italian Nobleman Count Foscatini is killed in his own apartment. Poirot takes up the investigation of this case, he must certainly find the mysterious killer. The Case of the Missing Will Andrew Marsh died shortly after he decided to change his will. According to the new will, many relatives awaiting inheritance were not allotment Poirot's suspicions of foul play are confirmed when the will mysteriously disappears. Incident on the Plymouth Express The Plymouth Express A young wealthy heiress is murdered on the way to Plymouth. The murdered woman's ex-husband and her recent French admirer come under suspicion. Poirot begins an investigation.