Alan Melville
Mystery crime fiction written in the Golden Age of Murder
"Bubbly social satire sets off a clockwork plot." —Booklist STARRED review
'I'm taking a revolver to Thrackley. You never know with blokes like Carson. I hate these harmless, potty people—they're always up to something.'
Jim Henderson is one of six guests summoned by the mysterious Edwin Carson, a collector of precious
...Mystery crime fiction written in the Golden Age of Murder
"Readers in search of escapist entertainment need look no further." —Publishers Weekly
'There's more crime going on in Carey's Circus than in the whole underworld of London. Theft, immorality, blackmail—you'll find all the pretties here.'
Seven Bengal tigers are the star attraction of Carey's Circus. Their trainer is the fearless Anton,
...Mystery crime fiction written in the Golden Age of Murder
"Melville's jaunty, chatty tone gives us an insider's look at everyone connected to the theater world, including critics who recycle their reviews." —Booklist
'Don't talk bunk!' said Mr Douglas. 'You can't carry on with the show with a man dying on stage. Drop the curtain!'
When Douglas B. Douglas—leading light of the London theatre—premieres
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