Kit and her best friend go to a Lincolnshire home to look at action figures from the show Vixens From The Void ahead of their inclusion in a toy museum. They meet other fans and toy collectors, and then the toys are stolen. The toys begin to reappear broken, and then actual bodies appear.

This is the second Kit Pelham novel, so it refers to events that took place in the prior book. It really doesn't have much impact on the opening, except that the other characters are glad she’s present, especially when the theft occurs. The other collectors are geeks in their own way, and Kit recognizes that she might be on the spectrum. She's sensitive to sounds and crowds, must eat certain calorie amounts for each meal, and thinks of things around her with movie or series versions, complete with the year. It absolutely works in this context; faced with TV show fans and other geeky references, she really isn't odd at all. Having a controlling girlfriend constantly tracking her movements and demanding loaded conversations, as well as a misogynistic podcaster harassing her, also allows us to sympathize with her.

There are lots of geeky references throughout the book, since this is a story about geeky toy collectors. They all have a secret that they're hiding, and the characters all have quirks. One by one, the dolls are dismembered and are accompanied by rhymes reminiscent of Agatha Christie. There are five dolls and ten rhymes, so once the dolls are done for, then people are next. Kit is put through an emotional wringer as the book progresses. She gathers clues, and there are plenty of red herrings as we go. The conclusion surprised me, and felt very in keeping with the Agatha Christie references. It's a compelling story and kept me riveted.

This was such a fun read. It had the perfect amount of humor, mystery and originality. I don’t think I’ve ever read a book quite like this one and if you’re looking for a good mystery with lots of laughs, this is the book for you! This was such a nice refresher from all the dark books I normally read.

I thought it would be a long time before I found a novel as good as 'The Fan Who Knew Too Much' - but surprise, surprise - here it is!
Despite dismembering several of his cast of characters the author has written another fine comedy caper which sparkles with dark humour and originality.
The world of fanatical Sci-fi fans is transposed to a country house setting allowing for a very innovative take on the classic locked-room mystery.
It's a rare treat in this age of woke to find characters so unashamedly non-PC.
The plot quite cleverly spoofs Agatha Christie's masterpiece 'And Then There Were None' but adds several original twists and turns. I'm pretty sure if Dame Agatha was around today to read it she would have a jolly good laugh along with the rest of us. And John Dickson Carr might well tip his hat to a new rival amidst locked-room mystery experts.

I absolutely loved reading this one! A really entertaining murder mystery and I loved the plot and setting of the toy museum

This was my first introduction to Kit Pelham but let me tell you I am obsessed. This is the perfect blend of cosy crime and geeky fandoms to make me one very happy reader. I can’t remember enjoying a book so much. It was one of those books where I wanted to devour it quickly but also wanted it to go on and on. I was enjoying it that much.
It’s funny, a little wacky but also a brilliant whodunit that keeps you guessing and wanting to know what happens next. If you love cosy crimes, fandoms and a pacy read this is one you don’t want to miss.
As always thank you to Titan Books for the advanced copy to review, my reviews are always honest and freely given.
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After the events of "The Fan Who Knew Too Much", amateur detective Kit Pelham has settled into a routine - getting the train down to Brighton every weekend to see her girlfriend and her fellow Vixens of the Void fans who helped her solve the case. When an opportunity arises to be there for the opening of a new museum - the centrepiece of which is five mint condition Vixens action figures provided by five superfans, including her friend Binface - Kit sees the opportunity for an interview. But when the museum is broken into, and parts of the dolls start showing up - it appears that Kit & Binface are in their own Agatha Christie novel, and by the end of it there might not be any left.

Having enjoyed the first book in the series, I was intrigued to see where the story would continue and this did not disappoint - I think it's a much quicker-paced novel than the last one and the ending is absolutely breakneck! 5*.