Murder at the Theatre Royale

The perfect murder mystery

By: Ada Moncrieff

Narrated by: Joan Walker

Brought to you by Penguin.

It's Christmas at London's Theatre Royale and journalist Daphne King is determined to solve an extraordinary mystery...

December 1935. Director Monty Harrison's production of A Christmas Carol has had a troubled run on its tour of regional theatres. With tensions amongst the cast running high, the company reach their final stop - London's Theatre Royale.

Catastrophe, however, strikes on opening night: Scrooge dies on stage, the result (it is presumed) of a heart attack. But the show must go on. Until, that is, a leading theatre critic - and old rival of Monty's - is killed backstage. Are those associated with the production being picked off one by one? Budding journalist Daphne King takes up the case...

© Ada Moncrieff 2022 (P) Penguin Audio 2022

Critic reviews

(Praise for Murder Most Festive) If you're a fan of historical mysteries, then Murder Most Festive should be at the top of your to-read list

A lovely stocking-filler for theatre and murder mystery enthusiasts.

Theatrical festive escapism for fans of the golden age who like their crime set firmly in that time

A slow burner, full of red herrings and characters, and keeps you guessing till the end

Good Christmas Mystery

I enjoyed the Christmas ambience of the story. The plot was okay, nothing ground breaking. But very enjoyable and gave you a good feel before Christmas!

Boring

I am struggling to finish. I don't ever want to hear the name Daphne again. I think it is the repeating of her name over and over that is turning me off. Others may enjoy this book, try to find other reviews before deciding.