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During a touring production of Shakespeare’s Hamlet, actor and amateur detective Charles Paris finds himself entwined in a web of intrigue. The show, cast with reality‑TV contest winners in the principal roles, culminates in a sudden, suspicious accident that claims a company member’s life. Paris must sift through the theatrical chaos, the personalities of the cast, and the complex dynamics of a travelling troupe to reveal the truth behind the tragedy, blending keen observation with his sleuthing skills.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Simon Brett
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