Set in the cosy seaside town of Penstowan at Christmas, this mystery follows the local drama group as they put on a chaotic production of Aladdin. Jodie Parker, a former police officer turned caterer, hopes to stay off stage and simply handle the opening-night celebrations. But when a cast member discovers a body beside a bloodstained magic lamp, the festive fun quickly turns into a murder investigation. Teaming up with her partner, DCI Nathan Withers, Jodie sets out to uncover the killer. With plenty of backstage drama, quirky townsfolk, and festive humour, the story blends a classic whodunnit with a charming small-town setting. As secrets begin to surface, everyone in the theatre becomes a suspect.