About the Book: The Blood Card:Stephens And Mephisto Mystery 3
An anarchist plot and a ticking bomb - the stakes are higher than ever in a new
mystery for Stephens and Mephisto. Elizabeth IIs coronation is looming, but the
murder of their wartime commander, Colonel Cartwright, spoils the happy mood for
DI Edgar Stephens and magician Max Mephisto. A playbill featuring another
deceased comrade is found in Colonel Cartwrights possession, and a playing card,
the ace of hearts: the blood card. The wartime connection and the suggestion of
magic are enough for him to put Stephens and Mephisto on the case. Edgars
investigation into the death of