'Brilliant. Top marks for a good cozy mystery novel' Reader review 'Beautifully constructed crime mystery. I really enjoyed the colourful characters. and the plot was clever. Good fun' Reader review A body in the theatre. A cast full of suspects. Can Maisie Cooper crack this case? Maisie Cooper is looking for peace and quiet. But the arrival of a troupe of actors for a new production at the local theatre turn her best laid plans upside down.

Among them is the young French actress, Adélaïde Amour , who appeals to Maisie for help as she struggles to prepare for her new role. As opening night approaches, a terrible crime is committed, and a body is found concealed behind the scenes in the theatre. Can Maisie unravel a real-life plot worthy of a great play? Or will the killer strike again? A totally addictive British cosy murder mystery, perfect to enjoy with a cup of tea and a slice of cake. Perfect for fans of The Thursday Murder Club , Janice Hallett and Midsomer Murders . Everyone is gripped by the Maisie Cooper Mysteries: ' Maisie Cooper is a brilliant main character, an everyday Miss Marple!. I love cosy crime and I loved this book!' Reader review 'Fans of Osman are in for a treat!' Peter James ' Fabulous, full of wit, mystery, romance and small town politics. The characters are witty, quirky. The plot is twisty and engaging with lots of red herrings' Reader review ' I loved the way that I was pulled into the mystery .

I found myself constantly looking for potential clues which made it feel like a real puzzle to get stuck into . I had a lot of fun reading this book ' Reader review 'I was addicted from the first page' Fern Britton ' Mixes classic whodunnit with cozy mystery elements . Kept me guessing . I thoroughly enjoyed it' Reader review.