A year after the tragic death of the beautiful and notoriously charismatic Rosemary Barton, initially ruled a suicide, her grieving husband George remains convinced she was murdered. To unmask the killer, he stages a macabre dinner party, gathering the six individuals who were present at Rosemary's final meal. An empty seventh place is set at the table, adorned with a sprig of rosemary, a chilling reminder of the woman who held such sway over their lives. However, George's audacious plan takes a terrifying turn when, just like Rosemary, he too is poisoned with cyanide during the dinner. The task of unraveling this complex double murder falls to Colonel Race, who must delve into the intricate web of deceit, jealousy, and hidden motives surrounding Rosemary's astonishing life. Everyone present had a reason, a secret, or a passion ignited by Rosemary, and Race must meticulously piece together the puzzle before the killer strikes again, proving that some secrets are worth killing for.
Critical Reception
"A testament to Christie's enduring genius, 'Sparkling Cyanide' is celebrated for its intricate plotting and compelling exploration of human passions and their deadly consequences."
Adaptations
Sparkling Cyanide (1983 TV film), Remembered Death (1993 TV film)