3 X 30 mins

1899. Charles Craddock, bookseller and amateur detective, accompanied by his irritating niece Lucy, undertakes private commissions for his clients. Sherlock Holmes it isn't, but entertaining yet superficial stuff.

01 The Crompton Canvas

Why should somebody steal a worthless painting?


02 The Play's The Thing

What is happening at a newly opened theatre and why is their production of Hamlet being sabotaged?


03 My Dear Isabelle

The husband of Craddock's former love has been kidnapped. Who else can she turn to for help?