The Colonel has been living in peaceful Dorset village Frogs End for nearly a year, and is well respected for his role in solving the murder of the late Lady Swynford.

Out collecting for a ‘Save the Donkeys’ campaign, the Colonel discovers the ageing acting legend Lois Delaney dead in her flat. She lies naked and lifeless in her bath. Her eyes are wide with surprise, her mouth a little open.

It appears to be suicide, but those closest to her know that she was looking forward to a grand comeback on the London stage. So why would she kill herself?

The Colonel is haunted by the look frozen on Lois's face and must find out what really happened to one of his favourite actresses. He won’t rest till he discovers the truth.