'Darkly seductive and artfully realised ... Undoubtedly her best Gothic tale yet!' Susan Stokes-Chapman, author of PANDORA

'Spooky, atmospheric, brilliant' Bridget Collins, author of THE BINDING

Be careful what you wish for... it may just come true.

At The Mercury Theatre in London's West End, rumours are circulating of a curse.

It is said that the lead actress Lilith has made a pact with Melpomene, the tragic muse of Greek mythology, to become the greatest actress to ever grace the stage. Suspicious of Lilith, the jealous wife of the theatre owner sends dresser Jenny to spy on her.

As strange events begin to take place around the theatre, Jenny wonders if the rumours about Lilith are true, and fears that when the Muse comes calling for payment, the cost will be too high.

From the Sunday Times bestselling author comes a gripping tale of obsession, superstition and ambition, set against the atmospheric backdrop of Victorian London.