The Antique Hunter's Murder at the Castle: A Novel

Antique Hunter’s #3

by C.L. Miller

The third installment in the nationally bestselling The Antique Hunter’s Guide to Murder series finds antique hunter Freya Lockwood, Aunt Carole, and friends heading to a castle in the Scottish Highlands on the trail of forged and stolen antiques.

Freya Lockwood and her Aunt Carole, a.k.a. The Lockwood Antique Hunter’s agency, are back.

Hot on the heels of stolen art, Freya and Carole are not expecting one of their leads to come to a dead end. Literally. But when a team member goes missing, having followed a clue to an isolated castle deep in the Scottish countryside, the agency quickly races to Scotland to uncover what has happened to her.

Bella might have gone rogue, but Freya and Aunt Carole would never allow one of their team to come to harm.

Following Bella to her last known location, Freya and Carole arrive in the wintry landscape of rolling Scottish hills, frozen lochs and snow tipped castles. There they discover a missing collection of Scottish Silverware which belonged to murdered Laird…and the police believe Bella was at the scene of the crime. It’s clear something terrible has happened, but where is Bella now and is she safe?

As the snow falls fast, Freya and Carole call in back-up to help uncover what happened that fateful night. As each question is met with more mystery, the clock is ticking to find their friend, the missing antiques, and the murderer before they’re cut off from the outside world and trapped with the architect of this fiendish plot.

Genres: Mystery, Fiction, Audiobook, Mystery Thriller, Cozy

320 pages, Paperback

Published January 27, 2026

Reviews

[Jannelies · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really liked the blurb of this one but I think I made a mistake. This is the third title in a series and it absolutely cannot be read as a stand alone. The reason I quit reading at 25% is that I had great difficulty following the story because of all the information in between about who was who and what happened to them in the first two books in the series.

So, nicely written, and I think I would come to learn to like the characters, but to do that I would have to go back and read the other two books in this series first.

Thanks to Atria and Edelweiss for this review copy.

[Laurie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.

This series is good, and the antique-hunting-meets-murder concept is still something I really enjoy. That said, by book three it does start to feel a bit repetitive at times, like the story is following a familiar path. I still appreciate the idea behind the series though. It’s a fun premise and clearly knows what it wants to be.

The middle of the book felt long and a little heavy, with a slow build that may work for some readers but dragged for me personally. I did really appreciate the mention of Scotland. A castle setting always adds atmosphere, and that detail was a nice touch.

Carol, though? She’s a highlight. I really enjoy her character and hope we continue to see more of her because she brings a lot of personality to the story.

One thing I do want to note, especially since this is an ARC, is that there were quite a few grammar and formatting issues throughout. I noticed random dashes breaking up words, odd spacing like three or four spaces between words, and some outright misspellings. This wasn’t a case of different regional spellings. These were clear errors that made the reading experience a little distracting at times, so I’m hoping they get cleaned up before the official release.

[Jill Elizabeth · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like the concept of this series, and I've enjoyed the books but they are starting to feel repetitive to me. I also felt like this one lagged more in the middle than the others did - it feels like things get drawn out more than they need to be and rather than creating additional tension it's actually pulling away from the tension that already existed.

I do like the characters (particularly Carole!) but the trouble they find themselves in is starting to feel predictable from book to book. There is nothing wrong with that for a lot of readers - I get the comfort of familiarity in series - but it's just not holding my attention as it did in the first book.

I'm also finding the romantic tension to feel a little drawn out. I know this is only book three, but still... I'm not a huge fan of romance as a genre so I like that it is an element of the characters' interactions here as opposed to a major focus, but I still feel like they keep retreading the same ground and need to actually move forward (as opposed to one step forward, two back) to keep that story element fresh.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for my obligation-free review copy.

[Louis (audiobookfanatic) · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Antique Hunter’s Murder at the Castle is the third book in the Antique Hunter series, and while it’s marketed as a cozy mystery, it reads more like a high-stakes, intricate thriller. It blends a missing-person investigation, a classic whodunit, antiques-underworld intrigue, and a puzzle theft mystery into a tightly woven story. There’s enough backstory to make it work as a standalone, but reading the series in order gives you a much better connection to the ensemble cast and their dynamics. The snowed-in Scottish castle and small-town setting bring the atmospheric, cozy vibes—making it the perfect sweater-weather binge read!

The story follows Freya Lockwood, an expert antique hunter, and her Aunt Carole as they investigate a forgery ring linked to counterfeit paintings. When their colleague Bella, who was tracing the source, goes missing, they head to her last known location: the remote Fawside Castle in the Scottish Highlands. Instead of finding Bella, they discover the murdered laird and a cache of priceless Scottish silverware that is stolen. With the police eyeing Bella as the prime suspect and a snowstorm closing in, Freya and her team must clear her name while uncovering who killed the laird, where the silver went, and how it all connects before they’re cut off.

The story keeps readers hooked through shifting POVs from Bella, Freya, Carole, and India—the murdered laird’s daughter—giving the mystery real emotional depth and a multidimensional feel. Freya’s POV anchors the novel—she’s perceptive and determined and easy to like. Aunt Carole is witty and warm and also offers comic relief while proving herself a worthy partner in the investigation. Bella’s chapters are the most unreliable—she’s resourceful and unpredictable, and her early disappearance casts doubt on her loyalty and motives until she resurfaces and the mystery becomes more complex. Strong supporting characters, including India, the tech-savvy Sky, and steady FBI agent Phil (who also serves as a subtle love interest for Freya), round out the ensemble cast and make this installment especially compelling!

The pacing is one of the book’s biggest strengths—it's always moving, whether through revealing dialogue or bursts of action. The short, snappy chapters often end on mini-cliffhangers, making it easy to keep turning the pages and very possible to finish in one sitting. The second half delivers unexpected twists, long-buried secrets tied to the castle’s past, and compelling revelations about Bella’s motives and choices. It becomes a fast race to the finish, and by the end the central mysteries are resolved in satisfying ways. At the same time, a few lingering questions—especially surrounding Bella’s future and the wider antiques underworld—leave just enough intrigue to set up another installment in the series.

Overall, Murder at the Castle is an atmospheric, intricately plotted mystery that stands out for its unique blend of antique intrigue, Scottish castles and landscapes, and a puzzle-driven plot that’s nearly impossible to predict. Fans of cozy ensemble-cast mysteries, character-driven whodunits, unreliable narrators, and multiple POVs will easily get lost in this story—and will likely be eager to dive into the earlier books in the series and whatever comes next!

[Rachael M · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thank you Atria Books/ Simon and Schuster and NetGalley for this book in exchange for an honest review.

Having not read the previous two books I did not know what I was getting into! I will give this book credit and say that they really flesh out the characters and make their personalities very obvious in case you're new to the story or need a refresher. Carole is a delight and I really enjoyed getting to know her character! I found she made the story more interesting where other characters didn't shine as much.

The story really lagged in the middle and I found myself constantly looking ahead to see how much was left. I would think this kind of mystery/thriller would be a little faster paced- at least that is what I personally prefer. Maybe that's just my American pov. 😅 The story felt really linear and didn't really twist and turn like other mysteries I have tried.

As mentioned in another review the formatting errors were very distracting. Even when it is disclosed that it is an unedited arc I can't help but have that affect how I feel about the book. There were so many including having words with dashes in them where they shouldn't be (as a made up example "encourage-ment"). Again, it takes me out of the experience of the book and I would ask the publishers to consider doing more polished versions for review in the future so we can be as unbiased as possible.

[Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the third book in The Antique Hunter's books but the first of which I've read. That being said, the story was still easy to follow and the characters very loveable. I felt the story flowed the entire time and also showed character conflicts and development throughout. I did guess the who-done-it but wasn't expecting the twist as to the why. I felt like this was a cute, Hallmark like murder mystery book and I'd recommend if you like that type of story. It definitely left me curious to read the first two books in the series. I was given an advanced copy of this book for free from NetGalley and I'm leaving this review from the goodness of my heart.

[Tina G · Rating 4 out of 5]

Murder in the Castle is the third installment of The Antique Hunter's series, and it does not disappoint!

Freya and her team band together to help one of their own when Bella goes missing while investigating a forgery ring and murder. The plot twists will keep you guessing until the end! Enjoyable series!

Thank you Atria Books and Netgalley for allowing me the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Kath · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars rounded up
This is the third book in the series which is a wee bit convoluted and the characters a tad complicated, so I think you'd probably have a better time if you do the usual and start at the beginning and read in order.
So, in this their third outing, we follow Freya and Aunt Carol as they race to Scotland after a strange call from one of their associates Bella. Upon arrival at the Castle where she was last seen, they find a dead body and some missing silver. Local police start to point the finger in Bella's direction and, as she remains missing, she is unable to defend herself.
With a snowstorm threatening to cut them off, they call in the cavalry to try and not only clear Bella's name but also to find the missing silver and solve the murder.
This series has, and we are only in book three remember - become a little repetitive. But I guess you can liken this to the MC Beaton books in which, after a while, the repetitiveness becomes familiar and the books become cosy. We are not really at that stage here though and I think maybe I wanted a little more from the story and characters before we go down that road. Formulaic is nice, comfortable, however repetitive can be a tad irksome.
As far as the characters are concerned, they can occasionally be a bit annoying but luckily we also have the wonderful Carol who just about manages to keep things on an even keel.
The story was compelling and, although I found the culprit to be a tad easy to guess, I had no idea as to why until the end when it was revealed. That said, it didn't come completely out of nowhere.
There were also tie ins and resolution from the previous book herein which, if you haven't read them might confuse, and also make the whole feel a little forced on occasion.
But, all in all, a worthy addition to a solid, if a tad quirky, series. I'm definitely in for book four and I hope with the resolutions herein, it might be a bit fresher.
My thanks go to the Publisher and Netgalley for the chance to read this book.

[Sifa Poulton · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received a review copy from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. It has not affected my opinions.

THE ANTIQUE HUNTER'S MURDER AT THE CASTLE is the third instalment of this mystery series set around the shady side of the antiques world.

The book is set in Scotland during the winter in a castle. It's so atmospheric and leans heavily into the snow and old castle part of the setting. It's a really fun addition to the wintry mystery category. You'll want to curl up by a fire when reading this!

The heart of the story is Bella, even though she's not the primary narrator (that's still Freya.) Bella is now sort of part of the team, but her past means she doesn't play well in a team, unable to trust, and is pushing away and doubting the others' attempts to trust and include her. And then she goes missing and everyone gets to prove their commitment by hunting for her. I really loved this dynamic.

As with a good murder mystery series, the mystery at the heart of each book is wrapped up in this tale. You have a complete mystery without needing to get another book - and I read these books out of order (#1, #3, and next #2!) There are only situational plot spoilers for the other books in this one but not the answers to the whodunnits. I think the emotional arc around Bella would have landed more if I'd read the second book before this (oops!) but I did like her journey regardless.

Emilia Fox narrates again. There's such a range of accents in this book (the British Isles are dense with regional variety) and they don't ever feel gimmicky here. Instead, being able to immediately tell where someone grew up is an important part of the character's dynamics - who is a local and who is an interloper.

[Emily Myers · Rating 4 out of 5]

C.L. Miller just keeps getting better!

I got into The Antique Hunter's Murder at the Castle pretty early on. The premise is fantastic. Murder mysteries are a personal favorite, and we have an antique hunter who knows what they are doing? And uses it to solve murders? Awesome. Our main character Freya has really built up her confidence over the last two books, and it was great to see her, Carole, and the rest of the gang throw themselves into their first official case as a team.

This mystery was well paced and plotted. It worked hard to resolve a lot of threads from the first two book (this is not a stand-alone read - you need to read the first two for this one to make sense). Some of the resolutions felt a little forced - in trying to keep all the threads together, there wasn't enough explanation for all the shenanigans that happened. I am proud of myself for guessing who did it, but it took me a minute to figure out why they did it. And I felt there wasn't enough exploration, or setup, for the why.

Where this book really shines is in the relationships of our main characters. We get multiple points of view so that we can dive into how the different characters (Freya, Carole, Bella and Skye) feel about the situations and each other. I really loved getting more glimpses into their inner monologues, and especially in watching Bella open up to the team. I'm really looking forward to more of their adventures!

Big big thank you to NetGalley and the publisher Atria books for this ARC.

[Mara (tailsandtales.streetlibrary) · Rating 3 out of 5]

Book three in the series and I went in blind thanks to my deep and unwavering obsession with Scottish Highland settings. Snow, lochs, castles? Immediate yes. Thank you to Macmillan for the ARC.

That said, I really wish I’d read the earlier books. The quick catch-up on characters and relationships wasn’t quite enough for me, and I never fully connected with Freya, Aunt Carole or the wider cast. As a standalone, it didn’t quite click and I felt a bit on the outside emotionally.

The mystery itself had some fun elements, but a few plot points pulled me out. Bella’s flat being in the same building as the forgers’ HQ and Arthur knowing but only leaving a cryptic diary clue didn’t gel for me. I’m guessing there’s context in a previous book, but here it felt frustrating rather than intriguing. Also… mushroom poisoning?! I kept side-eyeing the timeline there, especially given that big Aussie case.

The setting absolutely carries this one. Wintry Highlands, isolated castles and that creeping, cut-off feeling were easily my favourite parts. I can also see how fans of the series would enjoy revisiting these characters and watching the puzzle come together.

Quotes I loved:

“I know she thinks she’s morally grey, like in all those dark romantasy books we both love…”

and

“That Outlander TV show has done great things for the Scottish antiques trade, in my opinion.”

Overall, a miss for me as a standalone, but I’d recommend starting from book one if you love cosy crime with antiques, found family vibes and a strong sense of place.

[Cosywithblaise · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 rounded up.

It was a little hard for me to get into this one at first, and that’s entirely down to my own mistake rather than the book itself. I quickly realised that The Antique Hunters: Murder in the Castle is book three in the series, so some of the references and character connections didn’t feel as organic to me as they probably would have if I’d started from book one. That said, once I found my footing, the writing more than made up for my foolish oversight.

The storytelling is confident and immersive, with a real sense of atmosphere woven through the setting of the castle. I loved the strong female cast in particular. Each woman felt distinct and uniquely different, with their own strengths, quirks and perspectives. It made the dynamics feel layered and engaging rather than interchangeable, which I really appreciated.

I absolutely adore a murder mystery, especially one with that classic closed circle, whodunnit energy, and this ticked all my boxes. There was intrigue, suspense, shifting suspicions and just enough twists to keep me second guessing. The pacing really picked up as the mystery unfolded, and I found myself increasingly invested in uncovering the truth.

Overall, once I settled into the world and characters, this was such an enjoyable read. I’ll definitely be going back to read the earlier books so I can fully appreciate the journey from the beginning.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Dianne · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was in the mood for something lighter in nature than the physical books I have sitting here waiting to be read, so I went to NetGalley to see what was available. I spotted The Antique Hunter's Murder at the Castle and downloaded it right away. I read the first book in the series and enjoyed it, so why not? It’s always comforting to return to characters I already know.

The Antique Hunter's Murder at the Castle is the third book in the Antique Hunter’s series. It’s helpful to have read the first two books, but not entirely necessary, as the events that take place in them are explained. (Disclaimer: I haven’t read the second book.)

Bella, a member of the Lockwood Antique Hunter’s Agency, disappears while investigating art forgeries at a castle in Scotland. Freya and Aunt Carole head out to look for her and quickly find that the laird has been murdered and all of his silver has been stolen. They are soon joined by their employee Sky and FBI agent Phil.

This was a fun mystery with lots of twists and turns and touch of romance. It kept me guessing until the end.

Even though I know nothing about antiques, I would enjoy working at Freya’s antique shop and be a part of Lockwood Antique Hunter’s Agency. And I would love to have an aunt like Carole!

Thank you to NetGalley and Atria Books for the arc.

[Candace · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced copy.

3/5 stars from me for the third book in this series.

Initially I thought if I had read the others, this one would be better but, as the book went on, I realized the story just wasn’t for me.

This is the second book I have read this year that has involved a castle setting and some sort of stolen art and the black market. I now haven’t enjoyed either of them. So, that probably impacted my overall feelings about this book.

People just kept dying and the “reason” just felt senseless. Again, because I don’t buy into the art world/black market being a reason to kill people.

Carole though? One of my favorite characters that I have ever read. She kept me entertained and laughing throughout with her antics. I also liked the found family aspect for Bella and the blossoming romance between two of the characters (not saying names in case it’s a spoiler?)

I also got distracted by formatting issues that I am sure will be remedied before publication but it did impact my rating.

I would definitely recommend this one to people who like this type of story. While I don’t agree with the description comparing it to Knives Out, there was quite the mystery that kept me guessing until the end.

[Kathy Martin · Rating 4 out of 5]

The third Antique Hunter's story takes place in a Scottish Castle. The team has been hired by the FBI to track down some paintings that were discovered to be forged. They are also working their way through the third notebook left them by their friend and mentor which includes the paintings and some silver.

Their new friend, potential partner Bella, has gone ahead. She has her own agenda that deals with finding her family. She has never been part of a team in her somewhat dubious career and isn't sure she wants to be part of one now.

However, when Bella disappears, Carole and Freya head to the castle to see what has happened to her. They stumble over the body of the laird of the castle but can't find Bella. They call in their FBI contact Phil who is also Freya's boyfriend and begin their own investigation.

The story is filled with twists and turns complicated by a snowstorm that strands them in the castle. I enjoyed this story but think I would have enjoyed it more if I had read the second book in the series. There were lots of references to that story and how the relationships between the characters began.

[Kcaroth1 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Antique Hunters Murder at the Castle is another great read from C.L. Miller. The whole gang of hunters is back, and this time they are doing their investigation in/near Edinburgh at an isolated castle. Even better, the wintery weather ramps up the atmosphere for getting snowed in by cozy fireplaces.
We are getting to know the characters and their backgrounds much better, especially Bella, while still enjoying the ever-charming Carole, persistent Freya, efficient but funny Skye, and smart and capable Phil. They work really well as a team but have enough foibles to still get into some trouble.
The plot and mystery kept me guessing, especially about the why. The pacing was good, no major hangups to pull me out of the story. The focus this time was more on found family and less on particular antiques. I would have loved to learn more specifics about the types of wares mentioned, though.
This third in the series worked particularly well, I thought, and is my favorite so far.
Thank you to Net Galley and Atria Books for the eARC.

[M Steinbrink · Rating 5 out of 5]

An Antique Hunter’s Murder at the Castle is the latest book in the wonderful Antique Hunter’s mystery series. This is my favorite book in the series so far and that’s saying a lot because I loved the first two books. In the book the crew of antique hunters head to Scotland to find a missing member and while they are there they solve a couple of murders and bust up a forgery ring. I loved how this motley crew is developing and really forming into a team that works together really well and is learning to use everyone’s strengths to their best advantage. It was fascinating to learn about Scottish antiques and I love a book set in a Scottish snowstorm. I absolutely enjoyed every page of this book and I could not put it down. I’m already waiting for the next one in the series!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read a copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

[Madeline · Rating 4 out of 5]

I haven’t read the other books in this series, so I was just kind of thrown into our cast of characters, and I love them! While obviously it’s better if you read them in order because of dynamics and really meeting the crew, I was able to easily follow without having read the other two books.

The setting of this book absolutely made it for me. A mystery in a snowstorm? Give it to me right now. It created the perfect atmosphere and tension that amped this book to another level.

I also found myself greatly enjoying the plot of this book. I’m not usually a mystery person because I find myself putting the pieces together much sooner than I should be, but in this case, I was pleasantly surprised more than once. It kept me on the edge of my seat and intrigued the entire time. Well done.

Thank you very much to Atria Books and NetGalley for an arc of this book in exchange for an honest review!

[Elizabeth Wagner · Rating 3 out of 5]

Still not quite 4 stars for me, but this was the most enjoyable story in this series so far! I think you can tell Miller is setting this up to be a potentially long-running series where there’s a bit of a “monster of the week” per book, with a larger overarching mystery for the series. I think this book benefited greatly from the core group being fully identified. This let them focus on more character growth than character introduction, which I enjoyed. I also liked the main plot surrounding the castle. There was less of a focus on the art/antiques, but it worked well. I enjoy Freya as our lead, but I’m glad that the others in the group balance her out, as I don’t think she alone would be an intriguing enough character to carry the story. Overall, I enjoyed the book and will continue to look forward to any that come next.
Thank you to the publisher for providing this ARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

[Serene Maloney · Rating 4 out of 5]

In the third installment of the series, we once again we join Freya, Aunt Carole, Sky, Bella and of course Phil, but this time in Scotland. When Bella disappears, the team is heads to Scotland to find their friend, and end up finding an unexpected murder.

C.L. Miller gives us another cozy mystery with the same entertaining cast of characters. What is a quick read, with a couple of unexpected links, we watch the team solve another mystery. Freya gives us her insight to the antiques, Phil gives us a hint a romance, Sky hacks way to reveal more clues and Aunt Carole gives us more enjoyable antics. Bella gives us more insight into her history, which is always nice to have.

Having already read the first two books of the series, I can say that this book was exactly as I expected.

I was provided an eARC through NetGalley by the Atria for an honest review.

[Alyssa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I haven't read the previous two books but that will be changing immediately! This felt like a true cozy mystery. I loved having one primary narrator in Freya, but being able to follow the other characters in their endeavours through third person narration.

I loved the setting (wintery Scotland) and could picture the book play out in my mind as I read. I almost pulled out a piece of paper to track characters and my theories.

I was trying so hard to solve it before the team, and while I had suspicions about the right characters, everything finally clicked into place at the end.

I can't wait to see more of Freya and Phil. Their simmering tension is a fun contrast to the crimes they're solving.

Thank you Simon and Schuster Canada for the ARC copy! All opinions are entirely my own.

[Peter · Rating 5 out of 5]

I listened to this book, as I’ve done with the previous books. Third book in an exciting murder mystery series. Can you really call a book cosy when there are murders? I don’t know, but it has a cosy easy read feel. I think this book starts to show more background about the members of this group of antique expert/amateur detectives. The cast is deepening, as small part characters enter into the main story line, and makes it all the better for it. I liked that it was Scottish set. I look forward to more books in this series. If you can start with book one. You could read this as a stand alone, but you’d be missing out on so much more fun listening. Thank you to Macmillan and NetGalley for the audio ARC. The views expressed are all mine, freely given.

[Beth Younge · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've been so excited for this third book since i heard it was coming out. The world that Freya, Carole and the other antique hunters is one i enjoy so much. This was a great continuation and I loved seeing more of the core group and the way the relationships developed and changed. The central mystery was really interesting and twisty. The story kept me hooked all the way through and I finished this in one day as i had to know what happened to Bella. I'll be waiting for the next one to be released as this one was so insanely good!

I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for a honest review

[Jordan Gauss · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book 3 of the Antique Hunters series is still a hit. We got more of Bella, and unpacked more of her story in this one, which I personally was grateful for. The isolated castle setting in this one made the stakes seem higher, as well as the date and time being listed at the top of each chapter. I really like the running theme of Arthur’s journals being the set up for each new mystery. Unraveling more and more about Arthur’s life throughout these books is a treat. I hope to see more of Freya, Carole, Bella, Skye, and Phil all working together.

[Jess Hunter · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the premise of these books and the characters are so well-defined and enjoyable. I particularly love how Bella is becoming closer and closer to everyone.

The romantic tension is a bit drawn out for me between Phil and Freya, as it feels like similar situations each book.

The storyline was fun and involved family mysteries, imposters, inheritances, forgery and more. I think there was a lot going on this installment but I really enjoyed how things are all tying together.

Thank you to #NetGalley and #AtriaBooks for an ARC

[Susanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant, this series gets better with each book. Freya, Carole and the gang are now consultants to the FBI. They're asked by Phil to look into the origin of 3 scottish paintings that are in Boston that have turned out to be forgeries. This case gets very convoluted! Bella goes missing, there's murder and imposters and a scottish castle hiding secrets, and it's up to Freya and co to work it all out. Fast paced, intriguing and very enjoyable!
Thanks to Netgalley, Pan Macmillan, and C.L. Miller for the free ARC. All opinions are my own

[JXR · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really interesting murder mystery with some fantastic plotting and character-building. I've read both of the previous books in the series and loved them, and this one is just as good, if not better the mystery is detailed, the characters are unique and distinct, and the reveal is perfectly dramatic.

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[J. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Freya and the Lockwood Antique Hunting Agency is ramping up. They even have a consulting contract with the FBI. It seems they are off to a good start when things go off the rails. Bella goes missing -last seen at a Scottish castle. Aunt Carole, and the whole crew rush off in the middle of a snowstorm to find her. A new case is revealed and solved with lots of fun along the way.

[Jillian Digiantonio · Rating 3 out of 5]

The third in the Antique Hunter's series starts out with one of their friends going missing in snowy Scotland. Freya and Carole rush up to find her and stumble upon a mystery too. I've had mixed reactions to the entries in this series and felt meh on this one. It was a lot of show, don't tell and felt like it kept going in circles until the big reveal. I wanted more of a puzzle and more antiques, but was satisfied with the ending. I'll continue to read this series because they're fun, but hopeful for a better mystery next time.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC!

[Elaine M · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read the first book in the series but somehow missed the second. It didnt really matter though as I was able to keep up.
I think it's a great series, its lighthearted, with great characters and it completely kept my interest.
I liked the blend of different characters in this installment.
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for an arc in exchange for an honest review.