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A Book Collector Mystery Series

This mystery series follows Jordan Kelly, a researcher for an avid book collector. Set in the charming town of Harrison Falls, New York, each installment offers compelling detective stories. The narratives weave intricate mysteries into the world of rare books and literary artifacts. Readers who enjoy clever plots and atmospheric settings will find these tales captivating.

The Marsh Madness
The Christie Curse
The Sayers Swindle
The Wolfe Widow

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  1. 1

    The Christie Curse

    • 304 pages
    • 11 hours of reading
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    Set against the backdrop of Agatha Christie's mysterious disappearance in 1926, the narrative explores the intrigue surrounding her eleven-day absence. The story raises questions about her experiences during this time and whether she managed to pen a play while evading public scrutiny. This captivating blend of biography and speculation delves into the life of one of the world's most famous authors, highlighting the enigmatic nature of her character and the circumstances of her sudden reappearance.

    The Christie Curse
  2. 2

    The Sayers Swindle

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    Jordan Kelly is delighted to make money tracking down rare and valuable mystery novels for her employer, Vera Van Alst, an avid collector and the most difficult woman in Harrison Falls, New York. But now her boss’s complete set of Dorothy Sayers is missing, and finding them may lead Jordan to a murder suitable for Sayers’s esteemed sleuth, Lord Peter Wimsey… When Jordan manages to locate her boss’s missing books, they are in the possession of Randolph Adams, an elderly man in a nearby town. Offering a valuable Hemingway first edition as an incentive, Jordan thinks she’s about to seal the deal—but some of Randolph’s relatives think he should hold out for more. Then the entire family disappears—and a dead body shows up. It’s up to Jordan to collect the clues—and make sure a killer gets booked.

    The Sayers Swindle
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    The Wolfe Widow

    • 304 pages
    • 11 hours of reading
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    Set against the backdrop of Thanksgiving, the story follows Jordan Bingham, who works for the notoriously difficult Vera Van Alst, researching rare books. The holiday takes a dark turn when an unexpected guest disrupts the festivities, leading to a series of dangerous events that leave Jordan fighting for her life. The tension and suspense intertwine with themes of gratitude and survival in this gripping tale.

    The Wolfe Widow
  4. 4

    The Marsh Madness

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    "Jordan works hard to improve Vera Van Alsts collection of classic detective stories. So when Chadwick Kauffman--heir to the Kauffman fortune--offers a very good price on a fine collection of Ngaio Marsh first editions owned by his recently deceased stepfather, she is thrilled to meet with him at his fabled summer estate, Summerlea. The next day, Jordan and Vera are shocked to read that Chadwick has died in a fall from the grand staircase at Summerlea. But when the picture in the paper is of a different man, it becomes clear that the ladies are victims of a scam. And theyll have to unmask the imposter fast, because someone is trying to frame them for murder."--Back cover

    The Marsh Madness