Murder at the Playhouse

A Miss Underhay Mystery

De: Helena Dixon

Narrado por: Alex Tregear

The scene is set for murder...and Kitty Underhay’s partner has been cast as the killer.

Late summer 1933. After a quarrel with too-plucky-for-her-own-good amateur sleuth Kitty Underhay, dashing ex-army captain Matthew Bryant is nursing his wounds, and a tumbler of brandy, when there’s a heavy knock at the door and he finds himself arrested for murder. The body of aspiring actress Pearl Bright has been found, strangled with one of Matt’s own bootlaces, and the evidence seems to be stacked against him.

The local constabulary might have locked Matt up, but before they can throw away the key, Kitty hears the news and hies to his aid, determined to prove his innocence. And when her investigations lead her to the home of retired theater impresario Stanley Davenport, and the local amateur dramatics society, Kitty uncovers a web of deceit that stretches far beyond the stage make-up. But Kitty’s digging is bringing her to the attention of the killer. Without her partner in crime-fighting, can Kitty expose them and clear Matt’s name? Or will it be curtains for them both?

A gripping Golden Age cozy murder mystery, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, T. E. Kinsey and Lee Strauss.

©2020 Helena Dixon (P)2020 Bookouture

Predictable

Sometimes I need a lighter book. This is a perfect series when I’m around the house or doing yard work.

Kitty Underhay uses her skills to help Matt as he is jailed for murder.

Fantastic !!

Great book in the series!! Can’t get enough of these fun characters ! Great writing and good stories! I highly recommend this book series ! Thank you,
Leslie M

Excellent continued series

Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! Once again Helena has outdone herself with Murder at the Playhouse. I am so enjoying the series and I am so excited for the next one!

Best of the first 3

This book was the most interesting from the start compared to the first two. The end was abrupt and leading of course to the next in the series. I wouldn't advise reading this one as a stand alone.

Kitty and Matt’s working relationship

En joy the blossoming relationship and appreciate the ups and downs of the investing experience between them

Candy

I’ve really enjoyed this series with Matt and Kitty! Hoping for a little more romance between the two in the next book!!

Good story, conclusion needs development

This one had a good plot and nicely developed characters, but needed more expository at the end- why was stated but it just felt too abrupt. I also think that Kitty WOULD have definite expectations if Matt kissed her in 1933. Times have changed.

Fun escape

Fun mystery adventure in the 1930s. It is Downtown abbey murder mystery style. Enjoyed it a ton

Terrific narration brings characters to life

Mysterious cast of characters combined with potential romance makes this a good start to the series. Great writing.

Good summer read

Not violent (even though there are murders 🤣). Light listen and easy to follow. Entertaining. Characters are likable.