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Hattie Steals the Show
A West End Murder Mystery of Music, Deception, and Theatrical Secrets (A Theatreland Mystery 2)
Series: A Theatreland Mystery
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Hattie Steals the Show by Patrick Gleeson follows the intriguing tale of stage manager Hattie Cocker. While exploring the West End theatre in preparation for her new temporary gig, she unexpectedly stumbles upon the dead body of the current musical's composer. A week later, the prime...
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There will be scores to settle when Hattie is caught up in a murder related to the production of a musical in a grand Tudor house -- in the new Theatreland mystery.
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Hattie Steals the Show by Patrick Gleeson follows the intriguing tale of stage manager Hattie Cocker. While exploring the West End theatre in preparation for her new temporary gig, she unexpectedly stumbles upon the dead body of the current musical's composer.
A week later, the prime suspect in the murder case appears at Hattie's doorstep, pleading for her assistance in proving his innocence. To help him, Hattie must locate a missing musical score. Her search leads her to the grand country home of producer Sir Trevor Dougray, where she is stage managing a two-week workshop for his new show.
As layers of deception unfold, Hattie finds herself questioning whom she truly knows and whom she can trust...
Readers love the Theatreland Whodunnits!
'I loved this book! The characters are described with warm insight and humour, and the plot twists keep you hooked. I found the book unputdownable, and also a fascinating account of a theatre production. Highly recommended!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Real reader review
'A fun, theatre-filled cosy with a great cast of characters... An enjoyable start to a new series and I look forward to the next one' ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Real reader review
'Classic murder mystery which keeps you guessing. Patrick Gleeson has a sharp eye for the details of theatrical life, the egos and insecurities that inhabit it, and a very good ear for dialogue. Hugely enjoyable' ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Real reader review
Series: A Theatreland Mystery
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Hattie Brings the House Down
Get ready for a thrilling backstage ride in the world of theatre as seasoned stage manager Hattie embarks on a new production at London's Tavistock pub theatre. Here, the drama doesn't just occur on stage. Get ready for a thrilling backstage ride in the world of theatre as seasoned stage manager Hattie embarks on a new production at London's Tavistock...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Hattie Steals the Show
Hattie Steals the Show by Patrick Gleeson follows the intriguing tale of stage manager Hattie Cocker. While exploring the West End theatre in preparation for her new temporary gig, she unexpectedly stumbles upon the dead body of the current musical's composer. A week later, the prime suspect in the murder case appears at Hattie's doorstep, pleading for her assistance in...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
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Hattie Breaks a Leg follows Hattie, who is down on her luck. She's collected enough enemies in high places that the only work she can find is a one-night-only vanity project being mounted by an extremely unlikely impresario. Beyond that, things are looking bleak. However, her career concerns must be put aside when an old friend appears, in serious trouble...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableOut 24 Aug 2026Pre-order
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781835010051
Publisher: Bedford Square Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 08 May 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Bedford Square Publishers
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 304
About the Author
Patrick has a degree in philosophy and classics, another one in technical theatre and stage management, and one more in business administration. He has worked as a theatre sound designer, an 'interpretive naturalist' at an aquarium, a software developer, a business mentor to fledgling entrepreneurs, and a voice actor.
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Hattie Brings the House Down
Get ready for a thrilling backstage ride in the world of theatre as seasoned stage manager Hattie embarks on a new production at London's Tavistock pub theatre. Here, the drama doesn't just occur on stage. Get ready for a thrilling backstage ride in the world of theatre as seasoned stage manager Hattie embarks on a new production at London's Tavistock...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
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Hattie Breaks a Leg
Hattie Breaks a Leg follows Hattie, who is down on her luck. She's collected enough enemies in high places that the only work she can find is a one-night-only vanity project being mounted by an extremely unlikely impresario. Beyond that, things are looking bleak. However, her career concerns must be put aside when an old friend appears, in serious trouble...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableOut 24 Aug 2026Pre-order
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