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A Fatal Illusion

Cherringham - A Cosy Crime Series, Episode 48

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A Fatal Illusion

By: Matthew Costello, Neil Richards
Narrated by: Neil Dudgeon
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When an elderly, world-famous magician is found dead in his Cherringham mansion, there is nothing suspicious about the passing. According to the doctor, it was a heart attack - plain and simple. But the performer's long-time assistant suspects something sinister and she asks Jack and Sarah to investigate. And like the great magician's amazing tricks, it soon becomes clear that his death is anything but simple: in the world of magic, nothing is ever what it seems, and sometimes even illusions can turn deadly...

Set in the sleepy English village of Cherringham, the detective series brings together an unlikely sleuthing duo: English web designer Sarah and American ex-cop Jack. Thrilling and deadly - but with a spot of tea - it's like Rosamunde Pilcher meets Inspector Barnaby.

Co-authors Neil Richards (based in the UK) and Matthew Costello (based in the US), have been writing together since the mid-90s, creating innovative content and working on major projects for the BBC, Disney Channel, Sony, ABC, Eidos, and Nintendo to name but a few. Their transatlantic collaboration has underpinned scores of TV drama scripts, computer games, radio shows, and the best-selling mystery series Cherringham. Their latest series project is called Mydworth Mysteries.

The narrator of the audiobook, Neil Dudgeon, has been in many British television programmes including the roles of 'DCI John Barnaby' in 'Midsomer Murders' and 'Jim Riley' in 'The Life of Riley'. He is also known for his film roles in 'The Nativity', 'Sorted' and 'Son of Rambow'. In 2012 Dudgeon starred as 'Norman Birkett' on BBC Radio 4's Afternoon Play series written by Caroline and David Stafford.

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Intriguing Storyline • Original Mysteries • Excellent Narration • Surprising Twists • Fast-paced Plot • Great Chemistry
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Every time a new Cherringham book comes out I can’t wait to listen to it. And then while I’m listening to it, I know it’s going to end soon. I have to wait so long to listen to another. But these books are so entertaining and they never get old. They are always fresh and delightful. Beautifully red as well.

I’ll never tired of listening to these books

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I really enjoy these short mysteries. Jack and Sarah make a great team. The narrator was a little off this time on some of the female voices. Overall, it was a good little book. I’ll keep listening as long as Matthew keeps writing them.

Didn’t see that ending coming!

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I love all the Cherringham stories. This one was delightful. I hope they take that advice about romance!

The clever ending.

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Oh please don’t let this be the end of Jack and Sara’s adventures. I have loved every one of them

Delightful twist

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I enjoyed the mystery. The ending was surprising. I really liked the ending theme of “ Magic is everywhere!”

Magic is everywhere

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Great characters, storyline is intriguing,
Excellent narrator in Neil Dudgeon, he makes each character distinct, he is the best in his field. .

Cherringham

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I found to my delight this latest book by the bi-continent duo authors. It’s been about a year since reading most/all of their mysteries and I’ve read many more mystery series and more. However, this series has a terrific refreshing tone and style, worthy mystery story line and wonderful characters including our sleuthing pair. But what about their turn at romance?

Although far too,short, terrific gem

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a new case and full of surprises. Neal Richards and Matthew Costello have done it again.

unexpected plot twist

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Love the chemistry between Jack and Sarah! Although I do not appreciate magicians I loved the story! Keep them coming!

Love these short mysteries!

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Lack of realism. So many circumstances did not pull together for a realistic picture in my mind.

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