The new novel in the sensational Sequin Mysteries series, from world-renowned dancer and Strictly head judge Shirley Ballas. Available to pre-order now!

‘I loved it! I’m quite convinced I’ve danced with Lily Richmond, and if anyone can solve a few crimes she can …’ ANTON DU BEKE

It’s Christmas time in London and all is not calm …

After solving a series of murders at Blackpool Tower Ballroom, all Lily Richmond and Susie Cooper want is a peaceful Christmas. The last thing they expect is to find a dead body backstage at the Royal Albert Hall.

Even worse, the victim is one of Lily’s students, a trust fund debutante set to be the new star of the ballroom dancing world.

Lily and Susie set to investigating, but every clue throws up more questions, and around every corner lurk more suspects. And along the way, familiar faces on the dance scene will make themselves known – some that ought to stay in the past.

Will the unlikely duo manage to wrap up the case in time to enjoy the holiday with their loved ones? Or is there a greater danger behind the scenes than they could have imagined?

Two amateur detectives on the case

One second chance romance

Sex, lies and backstabbing

And a whole lot of deadly ambition…

If you like your crime deadly and your romance spicy, look no further …

Readers are LOVING Murder on the Dance Floor:

‘If you are a Strictly fan, get reading’

‘Loved this twisty, turny murder mystery set in the ruthless world of ballroom dancing’

‘A glamorous and intriguing whodunnit … No one could bring it better to life than Shirley Ballas’

‘It’s a ten from me…Who would have thought the world of dancing could make such a great backdrop for a murder mystery?’

‘Full of fun, mystery, sequins and, of course, dance!’

About the Author

The Sequin Mysteries are written by Shirley Ballas & Sheila McClure.

Shirley Ballas is Queen of Latin Ballroom, an author, and head judge on BBC One’s prime time show Strictly Come Dancing. Originally from Wallasey, Shirley has been dancing since the age of seven. She is three-time ‘British Open to the World’ Latin American Champion, ten-time US Latin American Champion, and multiple-times British National Champion. Shirley is one of the most renowned dancers in the world.

Sheila McClure was a news and entertainment producer/cameraman for over a decade. Now she raises cows, walks her dogs and writes romcoms and cosy crime. She has also written women’s fiction as Daisy Tate (Bicycle Built for Sue and Happy Glampers) and award-winning romance as Annie O’Neil.

Reviews

‘Packed with intrigue, bed-hopping and backstabbing’ Women’s Weekly

‘Gripping. . .Dramatic’ The i Paper

‘A dazzling, sequinned, sexy crime novel with lashings of glitter’ Peterborough Telegraph

‘Impressive. . .Will delight lovers of crime novels’ Independent

‘A fun-filled romp of a book. . .If you enjoy a leisurely read with lots of saucy shenanigans, this is the book for you’ Take a Break

‘Fabulous. . .A murder mystery at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom’s Dance Festival – what’s not to love?’ Prima

‘A murder mystery like no other. . .Fierce, fast-paced and deadly’ Pick Me Up

‘A sparkly, sassy murder mystery’ My Weekly

‘A sequin-spattered crime caper. . .Packed with intrigue, this racy read will have you watching Strictly in an entirely new light’ Woman & Home

Book InformationISBN 9780008558055Author Shirley BallasFormat HardbackPage Count 448Imprint HQPublisher HarperCollins PublishersWeight(grams) 660gDimensions(mm) 240mm * 159mm * 42mm