This murder mystery, "SAD CYPRESS" takes place in England. A young woman is accused of the murder of her rival. She is brought to trail and only one person believes she is not guilty. It is HERCULE POROIT's challenge is to find the true murderer, so justice will be done. HERCULE POIROT is a private detective from Belgium who specializes in solving complex murders. AGATHA CHRISTIE who was a beloved mystery writer, wrote over 90 novels, plays and movies. She died in 1976.