Elephants Can Remember

After the murder of an elderly psychiatrist, Poirot finds himself crossing cases with his old friend, the crime writer Ariadne Oliver. They both delve into the past to uncover the truth behind two mysterious deaths years ago which are inspiring the vengeful present-day killer whom Poirot is hunting.

regard someone as, glamorous

meringue (经常被拿来与之比较的是whipped cream，一硬一软)

dentures

vile, apricot, geldings

unfathomable, neurotic, nervy,

unhinged:mentally unbalanced; deranged.　

vindictive: having or showing a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge.

blighted: have a severely detrimental effect on. "the scandal blighted the careers of several leading politicians"

piquet: a trick-taking card game for two players, using a 32-card pack consisting of the seven to the ace only.

Mayfair: Bordering leafy Hyde Park, Mayfair is an upscale district of elegant Georgian townhouses, exclusive hotels, and gourmet restaurants. Its world-famous retailers include bespoke tailors on Savile Row and designer fashions on Bond Street. Shoppers also head to high-end Burlington Arcade and Shepherd Market, a cluster of independent boutiques and traditional pubs. Cool modern art galleries line Cork Street.

March 17, zee vs zed

mercifully, we can forget...