First published 2012
Private detective Toby Peters receives an unexpected visit from Hollywood legend Bela Lugosi. The actor who terrified audiences as Count Dracula now faces terror himself. Someone is stalking him, turning his daily life into a nightmare. Lugosi hires Peters to identify his pursuer and stop the threats before they escalate further. Peters must navigate the shadowy world of 1940s Hollywood, where the line between screen fantasy and real danger blurs. The detective discovers that fame comes with a price, and those who make their living frightening others can become targets themselves. As Peters investigates, he uncovers the complex motivations behind the stalking campaign. The case forces him to protect a man whose screen persona masks genuine vulnerability and fear.
Genres: historical-fiction, mystery, thriller, detective
Vibes: atmospheric, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, fish-out-of-water
Setting: Hollywood
Period: 1940s
Audio CD · Blackstone Pub