The Empire Theatre Murders

In October 1921, Kit and Mary Aston are enlisted by their friend, police artist Rufus Watts, to investigate a series of threatening letters sent to performers at his seaside variety theatre. Their inquiry quickly escalates when a flamboyant magician, Javier Gonzalo, is found murdered during a performance. Joined by Chief Inspector Jellicoe and Detective Inspector Wellbeloved, Kit and Mary navigate a world filled with deception and revenge, aiming to uncover the truth before the killer strikes again. This engaging mystery blends humor and intrigue against the backdrop of a fading era in entertainment.