The Antique Hunter's: Death on the Red Sea

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Join Freya and Aunt Carole for more sluething in the highly anticipated second instalment in your new favourite crime series, The Antique Hunters. The Antique Hunter's: Death on the Red Sea is a cosy crime read for fans of the Antique's Roadshow. 'A bold, bright and delightful jaunt back to the golden age of detective fiction. Expertly plotted and skilfully written, with suspicious characters, devious twists and evocative locations, this pacey page-turner has it all.' - Janice Hallett, author of The Appeal, on The Antique Hunter's Guide to Murder 'It's a delicious read - packed with fascinating details in a picture-perfect setting. Who could resist a treasure hunt with murder at its core' - SJ Bennett, author of The Windsor Knot, on The Antique Hunter's Guide to Murder 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 ship's art gallery is filled with stolen antiquities. Each and every one of them is also listed in Freya's late mentor's journals detailing 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 that 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

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The perfect modern cosy. Great characters, great story and you're always eager for the next one. -- Ian Moore, author of Death and Croissants

Author Bio

C L Miller started working life in publishing as an editorial assistant for her mother, Judith Miller, on the Miller's Antique Price Guide, and as a researcher for the Antique Hunter's Guide to Europe, and then went into hospitality and events. After she had children, she decided to follow her long held dream of becoming an author and began writing full-time. She was an Undiscovered Voices winner in 2022 and was showcased in the UV 2022 anthology. C L lives in a medieval cottage in Dedham Vale, Suffolk with her family.