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For antiques dealer Josie Prescott, an abandoned storage unit is the perfect place to find some killer treasure, but finding a dead body amongst the wares is more than she bargained forWith Valentine''s Day a week away and the sun sparkling on the fresh-fallen snow in Rocky Point, New Hampshire, it is the perfect day for antiques dealer Josie Prescott to pursue her newest source of unexpected treasures—the contents of abandoned storage units sold at auction.A crowd gathers at the storage facility, including the owner of a local interior design store, Henri Dubois, who bids against a man who is new to the local auction scene. Josie is thrilled with her win, a small unit filled with Depression-era glassware and stunning vintage jewelry. The unit won by Henri includes hand-painted silent movie posters, which he eagerly hands over to Josie for appraisal.The next morning, Josie receives a frantic call from Henri''s wife and learns that he never made it home. When the police open Henri''s storage unit they find him dead amidst a jumble of objects. Was he killed over one of the objects? Is his wife hiding secrets that led to his death? And who was the stranger who bid against Henri? The police turn to Josie''s antiques expertise and she discovers more than provenance—she uncovers a murderer.Jane K. Cleland''s Lethal Treasure is a page-turning addition to her beloved Josie Prescott mystery series, with the fascinating antiques details and devilishly clever mystery plot that fans adore and newcomers will love.

A priceless discovery and a perilous quest – Josie Prescott must determine the authenticity of possible lost letters from Jane Austen while uncovering the secrets of her father''s mysterious past.In Jane Austen''s Lost Letters, the fourteenth installment of Jane K. Cleland''s beloved Josie Prescott Antiques series, antiques appraiser Josie Prescott is filming her new television show when an unexpected visitor arrives. Veronica Sutton, an old friend of Josie''s late father, hands her a package containing a notecard with Josie''s name in her father''s handwriting and a box holding two letters signed "Jane Austen."Stunned by the possibility of discovering unknown letters from one of the world''s most cherished authors, Josie attempts to track down the elusive Veronica for answers about her father. As she delves deeper into the mystery, Josie finds herself on a thrilling quest, unraveling secrets from the past while facing increasing danger in the present.Set against the rugged coastal backdrop of New Hampshire, this captivating mystery blends suspense, romance, and the allure of hidden treasures. With her trademark wit and charm, Josie navigates the complex web of clues, determined to uncover the truth behind the letters and her father''s past, even as the search puts her own life at risk.Jane Austen''s Lost Letters is a gripping addition to Cleland''s award-winning cozy mystery series, perfect for fans of intelligent heroines, antique hunting, and richly-drawn New England settings. Join Josie on an unforgettable journey as she races against time to authenticate the letters and solve a mystery that hits close to home.

A Shocking Murder Hits Close to Home in This Cozy MysteryOne of the mainstays of Prescott''s Antiques and Appraisals has always been the cheerful and helpful assistant, Gretchen, who turned up unexpectedly just as Josie was setting up shop in New Hampshire. Gretchen has been so dependable that it seems odd when she doesn''t show up for work one day. Surprise soon turns to alarm when a dead body is found in Gretchen''s house, with Gretchen as the prime suspect.Despite feeling like she doesn''t know Gretchen as well as she thought, Josie is convinced that her trusted assistant isn''t capable of murder. With a crack team of antiques appraisers at her side, Josie sets out to find the real killer and bring Gretchen home safely, no matter the cost. Can she uncover the truth and clear Gretchen''s name before it''s too late?Killer Keepsakes is a charming and humorous cozy mystery set in the quaint town of Rocky Point, New Hampshire. Perfect for fans of antiques, hobby cozies, and female sleuths, this character-driven whodunit will keep you guessing until the very end.

A scrimshaw tooth holds the key to solving a baffling crime in this irresistible blend of coziness, collectibles, and mystery.Agatha finalist Jane K. Cleland brings us a captivating new installment in her beloved Josie Prescott Antiques Mystery series. Set against the backdrop of Rocky Point, New Hampshire''s fiery autumn foliage, antiques appraiser Josie Prescott arrives at the town''s renovated lighthouse to conduct an appraisal. To her horror, she discovers the bludgeoned body of her neighbor Zoë''s cherished nephew, Frankie.As Josie delves deeper into the case, she begins to suspect that a scrimshaw tooth from the lighthouse owners'' antiques collection may hold the key to unraveling the shocking crime that has shaken the charming coastal town and left her dear friend heartbroken. With her keen eye for detail and extensive knowledge of antiques, Josie must navigate a complex web of clues to catch the killer before they strike again.Silent Auction is a character-driven mystery that seamlessly weaves together the charm of small-town New England with the thrill of the hunt for a clever murderer. Fans of whodunits, hobby cozies, and antiques will find themselves captivated by Cleland''s masterful storytelling and endearing characters in this page-turning novel.

Fashions fade, but death is eternal in Deadly Threads--Agatha finalist Jane K. Cleland''s irresistible new blend of vintage and vengeance.Josie Prescott has begun hosting classes at her antiques and appraisals shop, nestled in the cozy little coastal town of Rocky Point, New Hampshire. The next class is on building a great vintage clothing collection. But when guest lecturer Riley Jordan is late, Josie begins class by reaching under a display table for a dazzling pair of Chanel heels. But instead of the heels, she finds Riley, dead. When it looks as if one of Josie''s employees may be involved in the murder, she teams up with the local police chief to investigate, one clue, and one fabulous vintage accessory, at a time.

Ana Yartsin is on the verge of becoming a celebrity chef. Her custom Fabergé egg-shaped cakes have brought her national attention, as has the story behind the cakes: Her family owns the spectacular Fabergé Spring Egg snow globe, a magnificent example of the master craftsman''s work that includes five ruby-red tulips. As she prepares to be filmed for a reality TV show about the launch of her bakery in Rocky Point, New Hampshire, Ana hires antiques expert Josie Prescott to appraise the precious egg and snow globe.The show''s pilot will show Ana planning the desserts for the upcoming wedding of her friend Heather to investment guru, Jason. When Josie arrives at Ana''s home, however, she finds Jason murdered and the priceless snow globe smashed beyond repair. All that remains for Josie to examine are bits and pieces—which to her shock reveal that the Spring Egg was a fake.What has happened to the real Fabergé snow globe, if it even existed? And what does that have to do with Jason''s murder? Never one to resist a puzzle, Josie teams up with her reporter friend Wes to investigate.With Jane K. Cleland''s trademark combination of antiques expertise and ingenious detection, Blood Rubies is an irresistible new mystery featuring the much-loved amateur sleuth, Josie Prescott.