Miss Treadway & the Field of Stars

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How do you find a missing actress in a city where everyones playing a role

FABULOUS! Helen Simonson, author of Major Pettigrews Last Stand
Soho. 1965, When an American actress disappears from the Galaxy Theatre, her young dresser, Anna Treadway is determined to find out what happened to her.

Anna's search will lead her through a London she barely knew existed: a city of reggae clubs and back street doctors, of dangerous prejudice and unexpected allies. She is aided by a disparate group of migrs, each carrying secrets of their own.

But before she can discover the truth about Iolanthe, Anna will need to open herself to her past, her present and the possibility of love.

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A fabulous depiction of a London where the 'Swinging Sixties' hides a darker more complicated story of prejudice and struggle. I loved the strong women and evocative writing from an author offering more questions than clues Helen Simonson, author of Major Pettigrews Last Stand

A fabulous period piece, expertly evoked, that looks at race, identity, isolation and acceptance, and everyones need to find love Daily Mail

Well researched and well crafted Observer

A deftly assured debut, full of layers and characters that come alive in a few vivid sentences. I cant wait to read more from Miranda Emmerson Red

A zippy read set in the Swinging Sixties Good Housekeeping

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Miranda Emmerson is a playwright and author living in Wales. She has written numerous drama adaptations for BBC Radio 4 as well as some highly-acclaimed original drama. Her debut novel, Miss Treadway & The Field of Stars, was published in 2017.