The Seven Dials Mystery is a detective novel by Agatha Christie, first published in 1929. The story begins at Chimneys, a country house, where a prank involving alarm clocks takes a sinister turn when one of the guests is found dead. What appears at first to be a tragic accident soon reveals deeper layers of intrigue, leading the characters into a secret society called “The Seven Dials.” With elements of espionage, murder, and hidden identities, the novel follows Lady Eileen “Bundle” Brent as she unravels a complex plot involving political secrets and danger at every turn. Suspenseful and witty, the story blends classic Christie mystery with touches of thriller and satire.