When an enemy makes overtures of friendship, is anyone safe?
An unexpected invitation from wily King Frederick causes composer Joseph Haydn to fear he's walking into a trap. After all, the Prussian King has never had any use for Haydn's music. His Majesty seems more intrigued at Haydn's being the son of a market-judge.
Worse still, the invitation appears to stir up suspicion in the highest quarters in Vienna. So much so that a mysterious, cloaked lady visits Haydn's Music Room and issues a thinly veiled threat.
Now Haydn is convinced there's mischief afoot. But not even he can foresee that he will stumble upon the corpse of the imperial ambassador a day after his arrival in Frederick's Prussia, along with evidence that His Lordship may have been a common thief.
Can Haydn salvage the imperial ambassador's reputation—and find his killer?
Praise for the Joseph Haydn Mysteries
"A standout in the genre of historical mysteries. An encore is requested!"
Midwest Book Review
"Tustin occupies a unique niche in the historical mystery world."
Edith Maxwell, Agatha-nominated Author, Quaker Midwife Mysteries
"Wonderful read for fans of historical cozy mysteries. . .The characters are strong and the writing is smooth. . ."
Books a Plenty Book Reviews
"An interesting journey and Haydn is a likable main character."
Christa Reads and Writes
"Vivid historical descriptions, intricate details, and a fascinating central character kept me turning the pages. Bravo!"
Amanda Carmack, award-winning author of The Elizabethan Mystery Series