The term ‘swan song’ refers to a final performance or act before someone retires or passes away. In the context of Agatha Christie’s ‘And Then There Were None’, it symbolizes the characters’ final moments as they face their impending doom.
Throughout the novel, each character grapples with their own moral failures and the consequences of their past actions. The phrase captures the essence of their last attempts to confront their guilt and seek redemption, however futile it may be.
As the story unfolds, the tension rises with each character being eliminated, creating a suspenseful atmosphere where their ‘swan songs’ are the culmination of their lives and decisions, leading to a tragic and reflective conclusion.