A cryptic message from the dead. An art world full of shadows. Two mysteries intertwine. Don’t miss this exciting second book in the Beachtown Detective Agency series. Private Eye Jade Cavendish thought she was just attending another somber funeral, paying respects to the late Benji Thompson. But when an elegant woman named Hilda Bauer urgently pulls her aside, Jade’s day takes an unexpected turn. Hilda’s mother’s brooch, a family heirloom, was lost during World War II. Her only lead is a cryptogram left by the deceased along with a message that Jade could solve it.
Dru’s Short Musing:
Mourning the loss of her friend, Jade takes on a case that may have some insight into her friend’s death.
In her latest case, a search for a missing brooch has Jade looking for clues and dealing with cryptic messages. She also learns that her deceased friend is not who she thought he was, however, someone was murdered, and the truth and justice must prevail. This was a well-written drama that kept me intrigued from the beginning to its conclusion. The staging of this beguiling mystery had me immersed in everything from the introduction of the players who had pivotal roles, the visually descriptive narrative, the engaging dialogue, and the pacing which was on par with how well this story was being told. Overall, a terrific addition to this series and I can’t wait to see what is next for Jade and her friends.
Series Name: Beachtown Detective Agency Mystery Book 2
Genre: Cozy, Private Investigator Mystery
Release: November 19, 2024
Format: Print, Digital
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FTC Full Disclosure – I received a digital ARC of this book from the author.