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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.

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The mix of music and history provides a refreshing backdrop to Fox's amateur sleuthing. This series started strong and keeps getting stronger * <b>Booklist</b> on <b>Song of the Damned</b> * Entertaining ... Fans of erudite mysteries with a musical slant are in for a treat * <b>Publishers Weekly</b> on <b>Song of the Damned</b> * Colorful characters and an inexorable threat of violence under the surface * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> on <b>Song of the Damned</b> * The writing is crisp and compelling, and the mystery is cleverly constructed ... A crime novel that requires close attention, and readers who enjoy sniffing out clues and trying to solve the mystery before the solution is revealed will have a fine time * <b>Booklist</b> on <b>Chord of Evil</b> * A murky, multi-layered picture that masterfully draws out the suspense by progressively revealing the underlying truths * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> on <b>Chord of Evil</b> *

Colorful characters and a mastery of slow-burning suspense make this case an engaging page-turner * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> * The mix of music and history provides a refreshing backdrop to Fox's amateur sleuthing. This series started strong and keeps getting stronger * <b>Booklist</b> on <b>Song of the Damned</b> * Entertaining ... Fans of erudite mysteries with a musical slant are in for a treat * <b>Publishers Weekly</b> on <b>Song of the Damned</b> * Colorful characters and an inexorable threat of violence under the surface * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> on <b>Song of the Damned</b> * The writing is crisp and compelling, and the mystery is cleverly constructed ... A crime novel that requires close attention, and readers who enjoy sniffing out clues and trying to solve the mystery before the solution is revealed will have a fine time * <b>Booklist</b> on <b>Chord of Evil</b> * A murky, multi-layered picture that masterfully draws out the suspense by progressively revealing the underlying truths * <b>Kirkus Reviews</b> on <b>Chord of Evil</b> *

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Sarah Rayne is the author of many novels of psychological and supernatural suspense, including the Michael Flint and Nell West series. She lives in Staffordshire.

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