A fairly early PDM although the final move took a while to identify. Tough but fair cluing and great fun overall. 32d almost brought us to despair but it finally gave up its secret. Thanks, Nutmeg....
We filled the grid eventually but decided that the alphabetical caper wasn't for us. We took a huge leap in the dark and guessed what should be submitted. Will our hubris be rewarded? Thanks, Gnomish...
Wonderful construction and execution.
We got lucky as it was a subject known to us with which we have been enchanted for many years.
Thanks, Aedites....
I can't find an existing entry so here goes.
A perfectly good crossword somewhat marred by the unpleasantness of the theme and the ambiguity in the instructions.
Thanks, Shark....