Murder at the Theatre Royale

Name: Murder at the Theatre Royale
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SKU: 9781529115314
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The perfect murder mystery

By Ada Moncrieff

Series: A Christmas Mystery

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Summary

Murder at the Theatre Royale by Ada Moncrieff is a gripping Crime & Thriller novel set in London's vibrant West End during the 1930s. As preparations for a major theatre production are underway, the discovery of a chilling murder backstage turns the spotlight on hidden motives and dark secrets among the cast and crew. An amateur sleuth must piece together clues and navigate the intrigue of the theatre world to uncover the truth.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this thrilling mystery if you love tales of suspense set within the glamorous yet sinister world of early 20th-century theatre. With a gripping plot and rich period detail, this story offers a captivating blend of intrigue, drama, and twists that will keep crime and thriller enthusiasts eagerly turning the pages.

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Description

Murder at the Theatre Royale is a gripping festive mystery set in the 1930s, where murder stalks a touring stage production of A Christmas Carol.

It's Christmas at London's Theatre Royale, and journalist Daphne King is determined to solve an extraordinary mystery...

December 1935. Director Monty Harrison's production of A Christmas Carol has faced a troubled run on its tour of regional theatres. With tensions amongst the cast running high, the company finally reaches their last stop at London's Theatre Royale.

Catastrophe strikes on opening night when Scrooge dies on stage, presumably the result of a heart attack. Yet, the show must go on. That is, until a leading theatre critic—and an old rival of Monty's—is killed backstage. Are those associated with the production being picked off one by one? Budding journalist Daphne King takes up the case...

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'Brilliant...full of twists and turns'

'A modern rival to Agatha Christie'

'A new festive favourite'

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Murder at the Theatre Royale

Murder at the Theatre Royale is a gripping festive mystery set in the 1930s, where murder stalks a touring stage production of A Christmas Carol. It's Christmas at London's Theatre Royale, and journalist Daphne King is determined to solve an extraordinary mystery... December 1935. Director Monty Harrison's production of A Christmas Carol has faced a troubled run on its tour...

By Ada Moncrieff

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Murder at the Theatre Royale by Ada Moncrieff offers a delightful blend of theatre and mystery that appeals to fans of historical mysteries and the golden age of crime. It's praised for being an engaging read, perfect for those who enjoy intricate plots full of red herrings, and it maintains suspense by keeping readers guessing until the final page.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529115314

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 1300.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 184g

Pages: 256

Collections

Ada Moncrieff Cosy Crime Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Historical Crime & Mystery Historical Fiction Penguin Books Series: A Christmas Mystery

About the Author

Ada Moncrieff was born in London and has lived in Madrid and Paris. She studied English at Cambridge University, and has worked in theatre, publishing and as a teacher. Murder Most Festive is her first novel.

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