The Rival Queens

Set in London in 1700, the story follows the daring Countess Ashby de la Zouche and her resourceful maidservant, Alpiew, as they seek scandal for the London Trumpet while evading bailiffs. Their evening at a philosophical lecture takes a shocking turn when a performer appears on stage covered in blood, revealing that a prominent figure has been decapitated right before their eyes. This unexpected twist propels them into a gripping mystery filled with intrigue and danger.