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Henry Gamadge thought a few quiet golf days in New York would be a respite from his double life as a celebrated consultant on old books, autographs, and inks. When the body of Amberley Crowden is discovered at the base of a cliff, Gamadge suspects a staged death and suspects that the dramatic staging is part of a larger plot.
The intrigue deepens as Gamadge learns that Amberley’s cousin and a troupe of actors at the nearby Cove may hold key clues. He must navigate backstage secrets, theatrical rivalries, and a series of strange twists, using his detective instincts to solve the puzzle before the final curtain falls on another member of this unlikely cast.
First publish date: 1964
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Elizabeth Daly
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