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Hattie Steals the Show - The BRAND NEW Theatreland mystery - the backstage cosy series readers are loving! - cover

Hattie Steals the Show - The BRAND NEW Theatreland mystery - the backstage cosy series readers are loving!

Patrick Gleeson

Publisher: No Exit Press

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Summary

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
Stage manager Hattie Cocker is looking around the West End theatre where she's about to start her new temporary gig, when she stumbles across the dead body of the current musical's composer.
A week later the prime suspect in the murder is on Hattie's doorstep asking for her help in proving his innocence, and to do that she needs to find a missing musical score. And that may be found in the grand country home of producer Sir Trevor Dougray, where Hattie is stage managing a two-week workshop for his new show.
As deception is layered on deception, Hattie will have to work out who she really knows, and can trust...
Available since: 05/08/2025.
Print length: 304 pages.

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