The Mysterious Affair at Styles, is the novel that introduces us to Hercule Poirot, the almost silly, zealous, unpredictable detective. The novel is set at the mansion in Styles, where John Cavendish's mother Mrs. Ingelthrope has just died. Foul play is suspected, and our narrator Hastings, quickly enlists the help of his longtime friend Hercule Poirot. 
 Hercule Poirot, is probably one of the coolest characters in literature. He's zany, he seems crazy with his random French phrases, yet undeniably genius beneath his exterior. On the other hand, characters such as Hastings and the Cavendish's, are simply bland, and are often left in the dark wondering about Poirot's genius claims. I don't like how the novel was narrated through Hastings, who seems to know nothing, and is pretty boring overall; he mistrusts Hercule Poirot a lot and draws false conclusions. I guess it's interesting to see it from a more average narrator, than say the eccentric Poirot. 
 I'm not a huge fan of mystery novels, or I'm just not used to them. I think my biggest issue was with the narration in this novel, and I do think Poirot is an interesting character. Maybe with a different mystery and different setting I might've enjoyed this novel more. Regardless, it's a classic story for any fan of mystery lover. I'll be sure to check out more Hercule Poirot stories now!