The Blood Card

The third installment of Elly Griffiths' historical mystery series returns to the atmospheric world of 1950s Brighton. The nation is anticipating Queen Elizabeth II's upcoming coronation, but Detective Inspector Edgar Stephens and his friend, illusionist Max Mephisto, face a grim situation. Their former wartime intelligence leader has been found dead, leaving behind cryptic clues that include a vintage theatrical poster and a sinister ace of hearts.

To uncover the truth behind the commander's demise, the investigation splits across two continents. Edgar travels across the Atlantic to track down a mysterious hypnotist in New York, while his sharp-witted colleague Emma Holmes digs into local secrets back in England. As the royal celebrations draw near, the team must urgently piece together this international puzzle to prevent a devastating attack on the coronation crowds.