Rayne is a fine writer, a sure-handed plotter and skillful character
builder ... Fox is perhaps her most intriguing creation. He's a nifty
guy to spend time with, and the elaborate mysteries he gets involved in
are always captivating
Researching a biography of the composer Franz Liszt, Phineas Fox
uncovers evidence of a brutal murder - and finds his own life in
danger.
Music researcher Phineas Fox has been enjoying his latest commission,
gathering background material for a biography of Franz Liszt. But
although he has - as anticipated - uncovered plenty of scandal in the
19th century composer's past, matters take a decidedly unexpected turn
when his investigations lead to Linklighters, a newly-opened Soho
restaurant built on the site of an old Victorian music hall, and unearth
evidence of a possible murder involving the notorious music hall
performer known as Scaramel.
Just what was Liszt's connection to Scaramel ... and, through her, to
the infamous Victorian serial killer Jack the Ripper? As he delves
further, Phin's enquiries uncover clues to a fascinating and
extraordinary story - and plunge his own life into jeopardy.