Collins English Readers help learners get the most out of Agatha Christie’s legendary crime stories.
- Upper-intermediate language (CEF Level B2) supports understanding of the story
- Notes on history and culture help learners understand social and historical context
- Character notes for keeping track of who is who
- A glossary of difficult words facilitates vocabulary comprehension
- A CD with a full reading of the story supports listening comprehension and helps with pronunciation
- Downloadable language activies for students
- Downloadable support material and classroom activities for teachers
Late one night, two teachers investigate a mysterious light in the school Sports Pavilion. Among the tennis racquets and lacrosse sticks, they find the body of the unpopular games mistress – shot through the heart. Schoolgirl Julia Upjohn knows too much, and begins to worry that she might be the next victim. Can detective Hercule Poirot find the killer before the ‘cat’ strikes again?