Chalice Of Darkness Av Sarah Rayne

<p><b>Introducing the Fitzglens and their theatre of thieves in this spellbinding gothic mystery!</b><br><br><b>"Superb . . . Lovers of British historical mysteries with a dash of romance and gothic atmosphere will clamor for more" <i>Publishers Weekly</i> Starred Review</b><br><br><i>London, 1908.</i> The Fitzglens are proud of their reputation as one of London''s leading theatre families. They are, however, equally proud of another profession which they pursue very discreetly . . . When not on stage, they are thieves. <br><br>Jack Fitzglen''s latest plan is to seek out the infamous Talisman Chalice, steal it and create a dazzling piece of theatre around it. He travels to Vallow Hall in Northumberland to find the mysterious Maude - the last known link to the Chalice - but uncovers something far darker. Scandal, secrets and danger lurk in every shady corner. Perhaps the legend of the Chalice has come true: that in the wrong hands, the Chalice drags a person into a darkness from which h