Great First Lines

Many books/advice give a lot of attention to writing great first lines. I came across one in a light rainy-weekend fun read titled “Magic and Mischief at the Wayside Hotel.” I think 2 reasons that it works is bc 1. It immediately delivers on the implied promise of humor, and 2. Grabs your curiosity. What is your opinion? Here it is:

“I propose we move ITEM NUMBER ONE: DISCUSSION OF IMPENDING DOOM down on the agenda, Maddy.”