When Lady Vera Everly collapses beneath a glittering chandelier at her own spring gala, the village of Little Firling assumes it was simply a tragic accident. But retired literature professor Annabel Lennox Deighton - and her astute feline companion, Persephone - know better.

With a stolen necklace, a disappearing waiter, and a guest list full of secrets, Annabel and her sharp-tongued friend Evie Barnes must sift through silk, scandal, and century-old grudges to uncover the truth. Vera wasn't just hosting a party - she was laying a trap. And someone took the bait.

As teacups rattle and theories spiral, the quiet village of Little Firling begins to unravel. Because in this place, murder is never far behind the lace curtains. And this time, the killer didn't count on a cat with opinions and a professor who never quite retired.

Murder beneath the Ballroom Chandelier is the third witty installment in the Little Firling Mystery series - perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Agatha Christie, and cats with excellent timing.