THE LATEST FROM LADY WHISTLEDOWN
A Most Royal
Disappearance
Dearest Gentle Reader,
It has long been understood that a masquerade offers society the rare pleasure of concealing one's identity. But it would appear that one guest has taken this privilege rather too far.
During Her Majesty's most magnificent Royal Court Masquerade, the priceless Crown of the Ton vanished from its guarded display.
The palace doors were secured. The orchestra continued to play. The guests danced beneath a thousand candles. Yet when the midnight bells approached, the royal display stood empty.
Five masked figures were observed near the royal gallery. Each mask conceals an identity. Each identity conceals a secret.
Her Majesty has entrusted you with the investigation. Five days shall be granted. Five confidential dossiers shall be delivered. And when the final hour arrives, you must name the culprit.
Do take care, dear reader. For at a masquerade, appearances are seldom what they seem.
Yours truly,
Lady Whistledown