Murder in Mesopotamia

Nurse Amy Leatheran is hired to care for Louise Leidner, the wife of a renowned archaeologist, at a remote excavation site in Iraq. Louise is plagued by anxiety and claims to receive threatening letters from her presumed-dead first husband. Despite the skepticism of those around her, Louise's fears prove justified when she is found murdered in her locked room.

Hercule Poirot, traveling nearby, is called upon to investigate. As he delves into the lives of the excavation team, Poirot uncovers a web of secrets, jealousies, and hidden identities. With his unparalleled deductive skills, he must unravel the mystery and identify the killer before they strike again.