C. L. Miller

Antiikkiesineiden maailmaan sijoittuva hyvänmielen dekkarisarja jatkuu!Englantilaisesta merimuseosta katoaa maalaus ja lähistöltä löytyy ruumis. Freya Lockwood ja hänen Carole-tätinsä ryhtyvät selvittämään tapausta.Omalaatuinen antiikinmetsästäjäkaksikko seuraa johtolankaa Jordaniaa kohti purjehtivalle antiikkiristeilylle. Selviää, että ylellisen laivan taidegalleria on täynnä varastettuja esineitä – joista jokainen on mainittu Freyan edesmenneen mentorin Arthurin antiikkiliikkeeseensä kätkemissä muistikirjoissa.Tutkinta saa pian uhkaavan käänteen: huhutaan, että mukana risteilyllä on myös itse Keräilijä, tarunhohtoinen, pahamaineinen antiikkivaras. Saavatko Freya ja Carole selvitettyä tämän henkilöllisyyden ja pysäytettyä hengenvaaralliset suunnitelmat ennen kuin laiva saapuu satamaan?

Hyvänmielen dekkarisarja vie antiikkiaarteiden jäljille lumiseen Skotlantiin. Omalaatuinen antiikinmetsästäjäkaksikko Freya Lockwood ja hänen tätinsä Carole on ottanut vastaan tehtävän etsiä varastettu taide-esine. Työ saa synkän käänteen, kun tiimiin kuuluva Bella katoaa lumisten skotlantilaiskukkuloiden varjoihin. Sitten muinaisen hopea-aarteen löytö yhdistetään skotlantilaisen kartanonomistajan murhaan - ja pääepäilty on Bella. Lumen ja salaisuuksien saartamina Freyan ja Carolen on selvitettävä visainen arvoitus ja löydettävä ystävänsä ennen kuin murhaaja iskee uudelleen. C. L. Millerin ihastuttavat dekkarit kysyvät, minkä antiikkiaarteen vuoksi olisit valmis jopa tappamaan.

"Freya and Aunt Carole, everyone's favorite antique-hunting, mystery-solving duo, return in a sequel that somehow manages to be even more captivating than their first adventure" (Tom Ryan, USA TODAY bestselling author) as they are on the hunt for a dangerous criminal aboard a cruise ship. When a painting vanishes from a maritime museum and a dead body is found nearby, Freya Lockwood and her Aunt Carole of the Lockwood Antique Hunter's Agency are called to investigate. Following a lead that takes them aboard a glamorous antiques cruise sailing toward the Red Sea in Jordan, they quickly discover that the ship's art gallery is filled with stolen antiquities. Each antique is also listed in Freya's late mentor's journals that detail unsolved cases. In chasing a murderer with a stolen painting, they may have found something more sinister than they could've imagined... Their hunt soon turns deadly when they learn the enigmatic and dangerous art trafficker named The Collector could be on board. But on a ship full of antiques enthusiasts--plus some unexpected familiar faces--will Freya and Carole be able to discover the Collector's identity and stop his murderous plans before the ship docks? Or will the killer strike again? "An intriguingly complex locked-cruise-ship mystery filled with wonderful characters, murdery twists, humor, and fascinating antiquities details, Miller's The Antique Hunter's Death on the Red Sea is a page-turning delight from start to finish" (Celeste Connally, author of Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord).

The third novel in the "delightful, page-turning" (Tom Ryan, USA TODAY bestselling author) Antique Hunter Series finds Freya, Aunt Carole, and friends searching for a missing colleague in the picturesque Scottish Highlands. Hot on the heels of some stolen art, a member of the Lockwood Antique Hunter's Agency disappears while investigating an isolated castle deep in the Scottish Highlands. Freya, Aunt Carole, and the rest of the team race to her last known location and arrive in the wintry landscape of snow-covered, rolling Scottish hills and frozen lochs. At the castle, they discover a lost collection of silverware which belonged to a recently murdered laird. Local police believe Freya's missing team member was involved with this priceless collection...but where is she now? As a snowstorm descends on the highlands, Freya and Carole call in back-up to help uncover what happened that fateful night. As each question is met with more mystery, the clock is ticking to find their friend and the murderer before they are cut off from the outside world. Another delightfully gripping and endearing mystery, the Antique Hunter's Series provides "great characters, great story, and you're always eager for the next one" (Ian Moore, author of Death and Croissants).

In this follow-up to the USA Today bestselling The Antique Hunter's Guide to Murder, Freya Lockwood and Aunt Carole are on the hunt once again to return priceless stolen antiques and catch a dangerous criminal abord a cruise ship.When a painting vanishes from a maritime museum and a dead body is found nearby, the newly established Lockwood Antique Hunter's Agency, Freya Lockwood and her Aunt Carole, are called to investigate.Following a lead that takes them aboard a glamorous antiques cruise sailing toward the Red Sea in Jordan, they quickly discover that the ships art gallery is filled with stolen antiquities. Each antique is also listed in Freya's late mentor's journals that detail unsolved cases. In chasing a murderer with a stolen painting, they may have found something more sinister than they could've imagined.Their hunt soon turns deadly when they learn the enigmatic and dangerous art trafficker named The Collector could be on board. But on a ship full of antiques enthusiasts--plus some unexpected familiar faces--will Freya and Carole be able to discover the Collector's identity and stop his murderous plans before the ship docks? Or will the killer strike again?

"Freya and Aunt Carole, everyone's favorite antique-hunting, mystery-solving duo, return in a sequel that somehow manages to be even more captivating than their first adventure" (Tom Ryan, USA TODAY bestselling author) as they are on the hunt for a dangerous criminal aboard a cruise ship. When a painting vanishes from a maritime museum and a dead body is found nearby, Freya Lockwood and her Aunt Carole of the Lockwood Antique Hunter's Agency are called to investigate. Following a lead that takes them aboard a glamorous antiques cruise sailing toward the Red Sea in Jordan, they quickly discover that the ship's art gallery is filled with stolen antiquities. Each antique is also listed in Freya's late mentor's journals that detail unsolved cases. In chasing a murderer with a stolen painting, they may have found something more sinister than they could've imagined... Their hunt soon turns deadly when they learn the enigmatic and dangerous art trafficker named The Collector could be on board. But on a ship full of antiques enthusiasts--plus some unexpected familiar faces--will Freya and Carole be able to discover the Collector's identity and stop his murderous plans before the ship docks? Or will the killer strike again? "An intriguingly complex locked-cruise-ship mystery filled with wonderful characters, murdery twists, humor, and fascinating antiquities details, Miller's The Antique Hunter's Death on the Red Sea is a page-turning delight from start to finish" (Celeste Connally, author of Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Lord).

Skulle du mörda för en värdefull antikvitet? Mysig brittisk spänning i antikmiljö i C.L. Millers fartfyllda debut. Freya Lockwood har de senaste tjugo åren undvikit den pittoreska engelska by där hon växte upp. Tills hon får veta att hennes mentor, antikhandlaren Arthur Crockleford, har dött. Omständigheterna verkar misstänkta och Freya får ett brev från Arthur, skickat bara dagar före hans död. Snart är Freya indragen i ett liv hon hade svurit att lämna bakom sig. Tillsammans med sin excentriska faster Carole, som också var Arthurs bästa vän, följer Freya både ledtrådar och sina instinkter till ett gammalt herrgårdshus för ett evenemang för antikentusiaster. Men allt är inte som det verkar Antikborden är fyllda med dåliga kopior och de andra gästerna är hotfulla och hemlighetsfulla. Kan Freya och Carole lösa mysteriet innan en mördare slår till igen? "Perfekt cosy crime-läsning för alla antikjägare!" - Katherine Blake C.L. MILLER började som redaktionsassistent åt sin mamma, antikexperten Judith Miller (1951-2023), känd från Engelska Antikrundan (Antiques Roadshow). Efter att fått barn följde C.L. Miller sin dröm om att bli författare och satsade heltid på skrivandet. Hon bor i en medeltida stuga i Dedham Vale, Suffolk, med sin familj. C.L. Millers debutroman skrevs i samråd med hennes mamma, som också författade över 120 böcker om antikviteter och inredning. Antikjägarens mordguide är C.L. Millers debut och den första delen i serien Antikmorden. Pressröster:"Vilket unikt och mycket njutbart grepp på den klassiska deckaren!" - Jo Silva, författare "Oemotståndlig, fängslande och helt omöjlig att lägga ifrån sig, tänk dig Antikrundan möter Miss Marple med en läcker överdådig rollbesättning av karaktärer och många vändningar." - Ellery Lloyd, författare "En unik och gripande debut av en enastående författare - jag kunde inte sluta vända blad! De fantastiskt tecknade karaktärerna hoppade från sidan och drog in mig i denna fängslande mordgåta." - Kathryn Croft, författare

Descubre a la pareja con m s chispa del cosy crime. Una t a y su sobrina protagonizan un vertiginoso misterio, ambientado en el lado m s tenebroso del mundo de las antig edades. Freya Lockwood sol a trabajar como cazadora de antig edades con su exmentor hasta que en un viaje a El Cairo todo termin mal. M s de veinte a os despu s, recibe una llamada de su exc ntrica t a Carole, amiga incondicional de Arthur, en la que le informa de su misteriosa muerte. Freya regresa al pueblecito ingl s en el que se crio junto a su t a para acompa arla en esos dif ciles momentos, donde recibe una inesperada carta encriptada de su antiguo amigo. Pero eso no es todo. En la tienda del anticuario descubre los diarios que ste hab a escondido donde solo ella pod a encontrarlos. Todo apunta a que Arthur, conocedor del peligro de su situaci n, hab a dejado pistas a Freya y Carole para que llegaran al fondo del asunto si le pasaba algo. Adem s, el abogado encargado de ejecutar la herencia les impide acceder a la tienda, que Arthur ha legado a Freya en su testamento, hasta aclarar lo ocurrido. Embarcadas en la investigaci n, deciden asistir a un evento de fin de semana para amantes de las antig edades que Arthur hab a reservado donde nada es lo que parece y nadie es quien dice ser. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION USA TODAY BESTSELLER In this fun, cozy, debut mystery, an antiques hunter investigates a suspicious death at an isolated English manor, embroiling her in the high-stakes world of tracking stolen artifacts. What antique would you kill for? Freya Lockwood is shocked when she learns that Arthur Crockleford, antiques dealer and her estranged mentor, has died under mysterious circumstances. She has spent the last twenty years avoiding her quaint English hometown, but when she receives a letter from Arthur asking her to investigate--sent just days before his death--Freya has no choice but to return to a life she had sworn to leave behind. Joining forces with her eccentric Aunt Carole, Freya follows clues to an old manor house for an advertised antiques enthusiast's weekend. But not all is as it seems. It's clear to Freya that the antiques are all just poor reproductions, and her fellow guests are secretive and menacing. What is going on at this estate and how was Arthur involved? More importantly, can Freya and Carole discover the truth before the killer strikes again?

USA TODAY BESTSELLER In this fun, cozy, debut mystery, an antiques hunter investigates a suspicious death at an isolated English manor, embroiling her in the high-stakes world of tracking stolen artifacts. What antique would you kill for? Freya Lockwood is shocked when she learns that Arthur Crockleford, antiques dealer and her estranged mentor, has died under mysterious circumstances. She has spent the last twenty years avoiding her quaint English hometown, but when she receives a letter from Arthur asking her to investigate--sent just days before his death--Freya has no choice but to return to a life she had sworn to leave behind. Joining forces with her eccentric Aunt Carole, Freya follows clues to an old manor house for an advertised antiques enthusiast's weekend. But not all is as it seems. It's clear to Freya that the antiques are all just poor reproductions, and her fellow guests are secretive and menacing. What is going on at this estate and how was Arthur involved? More importantly, can Freya and Carole discover the truth before the killer strikes again?

A life changing opportunity presents itself just as things for Nora Sinclair are falling apart. A chance to work, live, and find new friendships and love in Africa could be just what she needs to finally realize where she belongs.

Eden Reynold's twin sister is preparing to marry the man of her dreams. As the maid of honor, Eden must endure her sister's demands and spend time with the groom's brother, Liam Keller, her first love. Seven years have passed since Eden has seen Liam or most of her old friends. It becomes obvious that she and Liam still have something special between them, but secrets from the past, and present, threaten any chance they may have for the future they always wanted with each other.

Intended to be intriguing but not morbid, this book takes readers on an amazing journey through past, present, and evolving postmortem practices. The first of its kind, it deals with a topic that is rapidly becoming popular in the collectibles world. Tastefully and beautifully illustrated with many historical photographs and postcards, the book provides a pictorial review of the customs employed by mankind throughout the ages to deal with the final disposition of loved ones. Included in the remarkable array of collectible items are embalming products and instruments, photographs of funeral homes and funeral processions, promotional and advertising materials, and an outstanding collection of postmortem photographs taken in private homes and other locations. Cemetery monuments, sculptures, and mausoleums are shown, along with background material on caskets, floral arrangements, burial garments, mourning etiquette, and more. Values are included in the captions.

Antiikkiesineiden maailmaan sijoittuva hyvänmielen dekkarisarja jatkuu! Englantilaisesta merimuseosta katoaa maalaus ja lähistöltä löytyy ruumis. Freya Lockwood ja hänen Carole-tätinsä ryhtyvät selvittämään tapausta. Omalaatuinen antiikinmetsästäjäkaksikko seuraa johtolankaa Jordaniaa kohti purjehtivalle antiikkiristeilylle. Selviää, että ylellisen laivan taidegalleria on täynnä varastettuja esineitä - joista jokainen on mainittu Freyan edesmenneen mentorin Arthurin antiikkiliikkeeseensä kätkemissä muistikirjoissa. Tutkinta saa pian uhkaavan käänteen: huhutaan, että mukana risteilyllä on myös itse Keräilijä, tarunhohtoinen, pahamaineinen antiikkivaras. Saavatko Freya ja Carole selvitettyä tämän henkilöllisyyden ja pysäytettyä hengenvaaralliset suunnitelmat ennen kuin laiva saapuu satamaan?

Et maleri forsvinner fra et maritimt museum. Kort tid etter blir et lik funnet i nærheten. Saken bringer Freya Lockwood og tanten Carole ut på sitt mest risikofylte oppdrag hittil. Det nyopprettede Lockwood Antique Hunter’s Agency blir trukket inn i en sak som fører dem om bord på et eksklusivt antikvitetscruise mot Rødehavet. Der avdekker de et kunstgalleri fylt av stjålne gjenstander, alle omtalt i journalene til Freyas avdøde mentor. Sporene peker mot uløste forbrytelser – og en større sammenheng enn de først aner. Da ryktene om den myteomspunne kunstsmugleren «Samleren» begynner å sirkulere, skjønner de at de er i livsfare På et skip fullt av kunstelskere, hemmeligheter og kjente ansikter, må Freya og Carole avsløre morderen før det er for sent. Boken kombinerer en klassisk krimgåte med litterær finesse og et rikt miljø av kunst og antikviteter. En stemningsfull, intelligent og spennende hyggekrim som inviterer leseren inn i en verden der skjønnhet og forbrytelser går hånd i hånd.