Antiques and Alibis

by Salem Karven

Inheriting antique shop leads to cryptic letters and even death.
Charlotte suspected, can disgraced ex-detective with cat Whiskers help?
With family secrets and elite conspiracies, danger grows. Arrested and threatened, Charlotte and Luke must expose the truth.
A cozy mystery of secrets, intrigue, and romance.

63 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 9, 2024

Reviews

[Christie · Rating 2 out of 5]

While this book was easy to read, I felt it was lacking details. I felt like the action was just starting, and then it was over. We never did find out the secrets. I might give this author another try, as I feel that if it's a full-length novel, they might complete more details. I did like the characters

[Wendy Wilkins Valdez · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm not exactly sure why this has such a bad rating. Maybe because it's a bit awkward throughout. As though it's the first book written by the author. I have no idea if it is. But, it was intriguing, to be sure. Maybe a little bit over the top, but it is something that has happened throughout history here and there. The only thing I didn't get was just what WERE the secrets they were protecting? What did those numbers represent? I didn't grasp how a town's heritage needed to be protected with death. It brought to mind today's political scene. But, also made me think of a wild west town with leaders who had their hands in every pot. They were finally brought down. I've read better, yes. But, I've also read a lot worse, including one I couldn't even finish. It's still an interesting read.

[Constance M. · Rating 2 out of 5]

received this book from the author through Book Funnel
basically a fairly typical cozy mystery with romantic resurrection elements
timelines seem off with way more happening in a short time than should be able
description of characters and scenes not awful
presumably more adventures to follow. not sure if I will bother checking