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Paris, 1883. Oscar Wilde, aged twenty-seven, has come to the city of decadence to discover its charms, to rekindle his friendship with the divine Sarah Bernhardt, and to collaborate with France's most celebrated actor-manager, Edmond La Grange. Oscar discovers dark secrets lying at the heart of the La Grange company, and is confronted by murders both foul and bizarre. To solve the crimes, to unravel the mystery, Oscar risks his life—and his reputation—embarking on a dangerous adventure that takes him from bohemian night clubs to an asylum for the insane, from a duel in the Buttes de Chaumont to the gates of Reading Gaol.
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"I really enjoyed reading this book! It was a smooth read, the language really spoke to me, and the way the characters were developed was realistic and suited my idea of the decadence in France very well. The story itself had the right amount of excitement and scare in it, with a mindboggling climax. Certainly a must-read for those in love with the Victorian era :)"
— Mirte (4 out of 5 stars)
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“An entertaining and meticulously researched piece of pop fiction about Wilde and his circle.”
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“Immensely enjoyable, one of the best in the canon of literary mysteries.”
— Philadelphia Inquirer -
“Excellent…John Dickson Carr fans will be gratified.”
— Publishers Weekly (starred review) -
“We were completely enchanted.”
— Denver Post, on Oscar Wilde and a Death of No Importance
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" Excellent as the rest of the series. The amazing oscar wilde "
— A.w , 4/6/2023 -
" Good fun - reads less as a mystery and more as a Wilde biography. Lots of historical details and insight into Oscar - the mystery plot definitely takes second place, but it's an enjoyable read. "
— Cathy, 2/17/2014 -
" This third installment in the Oscar Wilde mysteries continues the trend of style slightly outweighing substance. But when that style is Oscar Wilde and Robert Sherard drinking absinthe in late 19th century Paris with Sarah Bernhardt, who cares? "
— Bridget, 1/10/2014 -
" Love me some Oscar Wilde murder mystery solvin'! Can't wait to read the rest of this series. "
— Sarah, 1/3/2014 -
" this is a lovely book. It makes you feel as if you were part of that amazing age. "
— Jim, 12/28/2013 -
" Just love Brandreth's style of writing! "
— Janice, 12/28/2013 -
" Another enjoyable offering from Gyles Brandeth, this time delving into the seedy nightlife of Paris and the world of the theatre. "
— Gina, 12/13/2013 -
" Not as good or as funny as the first, but still a pleasant read. The French is/are annoying. I have higher hopes for the next volume, if there is one. "
— Rachel, 10/17/2013 -
" Unfortunately not as gripping as the second part in the series.... "
— Daniela, 7/20/2013 -
" This was an interesting type of mystery book. The droll Oscar Wilde and the 1880's England and France, solving mysteries. I think Barb and Laurie would like it (somewhat like Hamish MacBeth) "
— Cheryl, 6/14/2013 -
" I... think I am finished with this series for now. Not particularly bad... it's just... god, I don't know. Mediocre and I'm kinda over it. "
— Joanna, 3/31/2013 -
" 2 & 1/2 stars; Decent. Didn't like it as well as the first two. Just didn't really care for the wrap up. "
— Bev, 3/10/2013 -
" ... more of the same (but with a Parisian setting) "
— Susanne, 2/18/2013 -
" Another delight from Brandreth, an intriguing glimpse behind the scenes of the theatrical world of Paris. "
— BooksnWool, 2/18/2013 -
" Another amazing mystery that kept me turning the pages! Love the combination of Wilde, Doyle and Sherard because one can 'hear' them as well as get to know them as individuals, instead of just seeing them as the mighty literary figures they are. Wonderful! "
— SanjeeB, 1/12/2013 -
" Interesting third story in this series. Looking forward to the next one. "
— Sabrina, 12/19/2012 -
" The series is growing on me. "
— Leigh, 11/17/2012 -
" Not as good as the other two Oscar Wilde mystery books that I've read. "
— Amber, 6/30/2012
About Gyles Brandreth
Gyles Brandreth is a prominent BBC broadcaster, theater producer, novelist, and biographer. He has written bestselling biographies of Britain’s royal family and an acclaimed diary of his years as a Member of Parliament. He lives in London with his family.
About Bill Wallis
Bill Wallis has performed in over two hundred radio series and plays, while among his numerous productions for the Royal Shakespeare Company are The Alchemist, The Master Builder, and Twelfth Night. He is also a prolific film and television actor, having made numerous appearances in such productions as Keep the Aspidistra Flying, Midsomer Murders, Bad Girls, Doctors, Poirot, and as Dr. Nick MacKenzie in Dangerfield.