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Curtain
Classic mystery
Curtain
Book 36 of the Hercule Poirot series
An elderly and physically diminished Poirot summons Hastings to Styles, the country house where their partnership began and which now operates as a guest establishment. He believes one person among the residents has repeatedly persuaded others to commit murder while remaining legally untouched. Preventing the next death requires Hastings to observe a household full of tensions without knowing which apparently harmless guest Poirot calls X. Somber and morally challenging, this final case suits established readers who enjoy closed circles, psychological manipulation, the return of foundational settings, and conclusions that test what a great detective will sacrifice when proof alone cannot stop a killer.
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Crime, danger, violence, and death
Alcohol-Free Pour
Cold Case Peppermint Mocha
Rich coffee suits an evening of clues and clever sleuthing.
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- Whisk the cocoa and sweetener into the hot liquid until smooth. Add remaining flavorings, heat until steaming, and pour into a mug. Add any listed topping.
- Garnish: As listed.
- Glassware: Mug.
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French 75
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
Gin and lemon meet sparkling wine in a bright, celebratory French 75.
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- 1 oz gin
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- 1/2 oz simple syrup ↗
- 3 oz brut sparkling wine
- Ice for shaking ↗
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- Shake gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice. Strain into a flute and top with sparkling wine.
- Garnish: Lemon twist.
- Glassware: Champagne flute.
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