The Collector's Last Canvas

Double Trouble #1

by Chris Corbett

A murdered brother.

A billionaire art collector.

A socialite and her daughter on a mission for revenge.

Diana Beyer, a former high-flying ‘It Girl’ in Zürich, uncovers the truth about her brother's the killer is a billionaire fugitive who has found sanctuary in Switzerland, believing his wealth makes him untouchable. Her grief turns to purpose as Diana realizes she has the perfect weapons to bring him to inside knowledge of the world he now inhabits and her daughter Tanya’s art gallery that provides an irresistible opportunity.

From exotic villas to luxury yachts, the women devise a scheme as daring as it is dangerous. But even the most meticulous plan can unravel when the killer has no scruples to use his influence to crush their efforts.

In this page-turner about revenge and family loyalty, two women discover that their greatest strength might just be each other, and the difference between a smart criminal and a jail cell is knowing which painting to hang on the wall.

278 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 10, 2025

About the author

Chris Corbett was born in the UK and grew up in Northern California. After attending university, he moved to Los Angeles, where he worked for Playboy Magazine, Walt Disney, and on an Academy Award-winning film. For eight years, he ran a publishing business with a unique connection to music history - his business partner was a brother-in-law of one of The Beatles.

Now based in Switzerland, Corbett has worked as a corporate storyteller for CEOs at various global headquarters, crafting narratives that shape finance and pharmaceutical empires. This gift for storytelling runs deep in his blood—his grandfather not only penned bestsellers in London's literary heyday but was also the BBC's first Artistic Director.

In his debut novel "Nirvana Blues," Corbett reimagines literature's greatest love story against the backdrop of Silicon Valley's dawn, where ambition and innovation collide with matters of the heart. His latest venture, the "Double Trouble" series, introduces readers to an irresistible mother-daughter duo who prove that wit and charm can be the perfect weapons for justice. These women don't just solve problems - they do it with style.

Reviews

[Beverly · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an amazing lesson in how to try to fleece a billionaire criminal. It really wasn't a fleecing, but just some needed retaliation. The story was a high class cat and mouse chase. I enjoyed the exhilaration of the game. The ladies seemed much better players, but only time will tell. . The thug billionaire and his cronies won with brute force, but did they win??? Who got the last laugh? The ending is fire!!!! I voluntarily read a free copy of this book provided by book sirens and am giving an honest review. A teaser at the end sets up the next challenge. Can't wait!!

[Leanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Collector's Last Canvas is the first book in the Double Trouble series by Chris Corbett.

The story follows Diana Beyer, a former socialite, as she uncovers the truth behind her brother's murder. The killer is a billionaire fugitive hiding in Switzerland, believing his wealth makes him untouchable. Diana, along with her daughter Tanya—who runs an art gallery—hatches a daring scheme to expose him and bring him to justice. However, their plan faces danger from the killer’s influence and power. The story highlights the deep bond between Diana and her daughter Tanya, as they work together in pursuit of justice.

A highly enjoyable read and a very good debut novel. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this series as it becomes available.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Tanya · Rating 5 out of 5]

She has found the killer of her brother and she will set out to get revenge. He is now a rich man and she will do whatever she can to bring him down. He will have other plans and things are going to get very interesting and complicated
I received an advance copy from hidden gems and it was a great read

[Lori Peterson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Received as a review copy from Booksirens, this is and honest review. This was an okay book for me and Diana Beyer's quest for revenge was laid out will against the elite lifestyle that her brother's murder exists within. Money can buy you security and secrets but it can't protect you when people want you dead.

[Valinda Henry · Rating 4 out of 5]

There is so much truth in this book, which is why it makes for good reading. I have to admit I didn’t connected to any of the characters except the main character. It was well written and full of details of the beauty of the Swiss Alps. The ending was a real surprise.
I received an Advance Review Copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Jacqueline · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an advanced copy of the book and it was a wonderful read. The author Chris Cobert tells a great story with well-developed characters.

[Angie Hardy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an interesting and fun book. I liked it a lot. I was given an arc and i choose to give a honest review.