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Retired detective Molly Murphy Sullivan returns to undercover action in this newest installment of the New York Times bestselling series by Rhys Bowen and Clare Broyles.

Now with a newborn baby and two older children at home, Molly Murphy Sullivan is busy navigating motherhood while her husband Daniel travels to Washington for work during New York’s Easter break. Her good friend, writer Ryan O’Hara, is involved in an exciting film production—one of the first movies to feature real actors and an engaging plotline. Curious and eager for adventure, Molly accepts Ryan’s invitation to bring her family to visit the film’s set.

When the production suddenly fires one of their actresses, Molly’s adopted daughter, Bridie, is unexpectedly asked to step into the role. Surprisingly talented, Bridie quickly becomes a pivotal part of the movie, though Molly worries about leaving her unattended. Thankfully, Molly’s friends Sid and Gus volunteer to keep an eye on Bridie and assure her safety throughout the shoot.

As the filmmakers explore new techniques for capturing scenes, including a risky setup that involves pretending to tie Bridie to actual train tracks, mishaps begin to occur. Initially harmless, these incidents quickly escalate to something far more sinister. Suspecting sabotage resulting from a rivalry between movie studios, Molly finds herself drawn back into detective work, agreeing to go undercover on set to uncover the truth behind the sabotage.

Rhys Bowen and Clare Broyles once again create a captivating mystery, showcasing their skillful blend of vivid historical detail and thrilling suspense, starring Molly Murphy Sullivan, one of literature’s most cherished detectives.