Eleven Days

In December of 1926, Agatha Christie vanished. Eleven days later, after frenzied media speculation, she was discovered alive and well. A century on, there are questions that have never been answered.

Now Christie biographer Laura Thompson seeks to penetrate the story of the greatest mystery ever created by the greatest ever mystery writer. ​​ In a new approach, Thompson undertakes a re-enactment of Christie’s movements: from the moment of driving away from her marital home, to the abandonment of her car and her arrival the following night at a Harrogate hotel. Based on conversations with people close to Christie – including her interviews with Christie’s only child, Rosalind – Eleven Days includes entirely new information about Christie’s first marriage.

Eleven episodes examine every aspect of the famous disappearance, seeking – as far as is possible – to penetrate the blank space in Agatha Christie’s long and brilliant life, which leaves her ever more emblematic of the genre that she defines.

This is a short, stylish book – an examination of a myth; a gleaming sliver of biography; an irresistible puzzle that the reader, too, will feel compelled to try and solve.

• Author is a bestselling biographer with a wealth of experience and success in the field. Her previous books on the Mitford sisters include a New York Times bestseller optioned for TV, and a previous biography of Agatha Christie, whose disappearance at the height of her fame continues to be of fascination to readers.

• The 100th anniversary of Agatha Christie's disappearance takes place on 3rd December 2026 – great publicity potential as well as the perfect Christmas gift for any Christie fan.

"Eleven Days" was written by Laura Thompson.

"Eleven Days" is perfect for readers who enjoy books about biography - arts & entertainment, biography - literary and true stories.