# The Empire by Michael Ball (Paperback)

**Welcome to The Empire theatre.**

1922\. When Jack Treadwell arrives at The Empire, in the middle of a rehearsal, he is instantly mesmerized. But amid the glitz and glamour, he soon learns that the true magic of the theatre lies in its cast of characters - both on stage and behind the scenes.

There's stunning starlet Stella Stanmore and Hollywood heartthrob Lancelot Drake; and Ruby Rowntree keeps the music playing, while Lady Lillian Lassiter, theatre owner and former showgirl, is determined to take on a bigger role. And then there's cool, competent Grace Hawkins, without whom the show would never go on . . . could she be the leading lady Jack is looking for?

When long-held rivalries threaten The Empire's future, tensions rise along with the curtain. There is treachery at the heart of the theatre and a shocking secret waiting in the wings. Can Jack discover the truth before it's too late, and the theatre he loves goes dark?

**Musical theatre legend Michael Ball brings his trademark warmth, wit and glamour to his debut novel. Enjoy the show!**

## Details

- **Price:** 8.99 GBP
- **Vendor:** Bonnier Books
- **Tags:** All Books, Thrillers

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