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Maine Justice #3
Found Art
Detective Harvey Larson and his bride, Jennifer, become fine art aficionados to help solve Harvey’s case concerning a ring of art thieves. The Larsons settle into their idyllic home life, but things take a terrifying turn when they dig too deep. Meanwhile, Jennifer’s sister Abby comes to stay, and Harvey finds himself sorting out her suitors. Should he lift his ban on Eddie when it comes to dating his sisters-in-law? Worst of all, can Harvey put aside his longing for vengeance when Jennifer’s old boyfriend crosses his radar?
334 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 1, 2017
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About the author
Susan Page Davis
177 books534 followersFROM AUTHOR'S WEBSITE: I'm a native of central Maine, and grew up on a small farm with a wonderful mom and dad, three sisters and a brother. Most of my books take place in small towns, many of them in Maine.
My husband, Jim, and I moved to his birth state, Oregon, for a while after we were married, but decided to move back to Maine and be near my family. It allowed our six children to grow up feeling close to their cousins and grandparents, and some of Jim's family have even moved to Maine!
Our children are all home-schooled. When Jim retired from his vocation as an editor at a daily newspaper, we moved from Maine to Kentucky.
I've always loved reading, history, and horses. These things come together in several of my historical books.
Another longtime hobby of mine is genealogy, which has led me down many fascinating paths. I'm proud to be a DAR member! Some of Jim's and my quirkier ancestors have inspired fictional characters.
For many years I worked for the Central Maine Morning Sentinel as a freelancer. This experience was a great help in developing fictional characters and writing realistic scenes. I also published nonfiction articles in several magazines and had several short stories appear in Woman's World, Grit, and Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine.
My husband, Jim, and I moved to his birth state, Oregon, for a while after we were married, but decided to move back to Maine and be near my family. It allowed our six children to grow up feeling close to their cousins and grandparents, and some of Jim's family have even moved to Maine!
Our children are all home-schooled. When Jim retired from his vocation as an editor at a daily newspaper, we moved from Maine to Kentucky.
I've always loved reading, history, and horses. These things come together in several of my historical books.
Another longtime hobby of mine is genealogy, which has led me down many fascinating paths. I'm proud to be a DAR member! Some of Jim's and my quirkier ancestors have inspired fictional characters.
For many years I worked for the Central Maine Morning Sentinel as a freelancer. This experience was a great help in developing fictional characters and writing realistic scenes. I also published nonfiction articles in several magazines and had several short stories appear in Woman's World, Grit, and Alfred Hitchcock's Mystery Magazine.
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June 3, 2018
"Something interesting turned up on our tobacco case this morning."
When a piece of fine art turns up among the spoils of a tobacco smuggling ring, Harvey Larson's Priority Unit is called in to investigate. It seems that quite a few valuable pieces of art have either been stolen from private collections or gone missing after what first appeared to be a routine home invasion. It appears that the perpetrators may have known exactly what they were looking for.
Posing undercover as art enthusiasts, Harvey and his wife Jennifer attend several local events in order to see if they can determine how the criminals are getting their inside information. Meanwhile, on the home front, Jennifer's morning sickness is making Harvey nervous, and the line of suitors at their door to give her younger sister Abby their undivided attention, is growing longer by the day. The last thing they need is for the subject of Jennifer's old boyfriend to come up into conversation.
Join the author's now familiar cast of characters as they "serve up Maine Justice" and deepen the relationships that matter the most.
When a piece of fine art turns up among the spoils of a tobacco smuggling ring, Harvey Larson's Priority Unit is called in to investigate. It seems that quite a few valuable pieces of art have either been stolen from private collections or gone missing after what first appeared to be a routine home invasion. It appears that the perpetrators may have known exactly what they were looking for.
Posing undercover as art enthusiasts, Harvey and his wife Jennifer attend several local events in order to see if they can determine how the criminals are getting their inside information. Meanwhile, on the home front, Jennifer's morning sickness is making Harvey nervous, and the line of suitors at their door to give her younger sister Abby their undivided attention, is growing longer by the day. The last thing they need is for the subject of Jennifer's old boyfriend to come up into conversation.
Join the author's now familiar cast of characters as they "serve up Maine Justice" and deepen the relationships that matter the most.
October 24, 2017
I love the Maine Justice Books.
Each book builds upon the other giving us some great books.
Susan Page Davis with her words pulls us into the world of the Priority Unit and their cases.
At the same time, we follow the lives of Harvey and Jennifer and their extended family and friend.
There is plenty of suspense to keep the heart pumping, romance to warm the heart and enough of God to feed the soul.
I highly recommend this series and love the references to some of my old stomping grounds in Maine.
Each book builds upon the other giving us some great books.
Susan Page Davis with her words pulls us into the world of the Priority Unit and their cases.
At the same time, we follow the lives of Harvey and Jennifer and their extended family and friend.
There is plenty of suspense to keep the heart pumping, romance to warm the heart and enough of God to feed the soul.
I highly recommend this series and love the references to some of my old stomping grounds in Maine.
May 7, 2017
The writing in this book made me feel as though I was a ride along during police work being done. The author has such a way with words, it was quite easy to picture all that took place. I thoroughly enjoyed Harvey and Jennifer's married life. I didn't want this book to come to an end. I am very much looking forward to more in this series. I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
July 2, 2017
This book focuses on Detective Harvey Larson and his bride, Jennifer, their friends and Jennifer's family. I really enjoyed how they all gather together at the Larson's home and enjoy being a family and good friends. I like the Faith element throughout. The culprit in the stolen art was a complete surprise and I enjoyed how Harvey and the Priority Unit figured it out. I was gifted a copy and my review is voluntary.
November 16, 2019
EXCITING!!!!!!
I don't usually like not wrapping up a story in one book but this one is different. The crimes are usually wrapped up in each book. The romance part is continuing through each part and that is working out okay with me. It gives the reader something to look forward to. Bring on the next one!!!!
I don't usually like not wrapping up a story in one book but this one is different. The crimes are usually wrapped up in each book. The romance part is continuing through each part and that is working out okay with me. It gives the reader something to look forward to. Bring on the next one!!!!
July 3, 2017
I love this series so much! It's fast-paced, detailed, and the characters are real. This one was very interesting with its' delving into the mechanics of the art world. I definitely would recommend this book to anyone, and the bonus is that it's a clean read yet it has plenty of spice!!!
September 11, 2017
This book was fun to read and showed the everyday life of a police detective. I especially appreciated that these Christian characters held themselves to a high standard of ethical behavior. I liked the art aspect of this book and the romance angle was definitely Christian.
August 19, 2018
A favorite
This is one of my favorite series. As enjoyable as the crime solving is, the way everyday lives are portrayed is what takes these to the top for me. The failures, forgiveness and faith make me consider my own life more.
This is one of my favorite series. As enjoyable as the crime solving is, the way everyday lives are portrayed is what takes these to the top for me. The failures, forgiveness and faith make me consider my own life more.
February 12, 2019
Read this!
Book three continues the story of the Priority Unit officers and family. This one focused Harvey taking over as Captain. The plot and sub-plots are well written and suspenseful with new cases to be solved and new romances.
Book three continues the story of the Priority Unit officers and family. This one focused Harvey taking over as Captain. The plot and sub-plots are well written and suspenseful with new cases to be solved and new romances.
January 1, 2021
Another great mystery with Harvey and his new bride!
March 9, 2019
Another great book.
September 18, 2022
I first heard of these books when a friend (MJ) posted them on GoodReads.
Unlike another book I read recently, this book does deal with art theft (as the title implies). I think the author does a good job of showing how the police build a case a piece at a time (unlike TV shows where most of the time it gets wrapped up in 60 minutes).
WARNING: SPOILERS MAY FOLLOW. READ ON AT YOUR OWN DISCRETION.
*****
Jennifer is pregnant--I know the book says they were trying for a pregnancy because Harvey wanted kids while he was still young enough to keep up with them, but it still seems to have happened very fast. The first trimester seems accurate (based on what I know of it).
Jeff and Beth: I had thought in the first book that they were being set up to be a couple--I thought they might get their own book (or at least side plot) but their romance seems to have been accomplished through the sidelines of plots featuring Harvey and The Priority Unit/Harvey and Jennifer. They get engaged in this book.
Eddie: Eddie's matured since book 1. I wonder how much of that is from him accepting Christ. I'd gone back and forth over which of Jennifer's sisters he'd end up with--it looks like he's picked between them by the end of this book.
Abby: Surprisingly, she's the one who seems the least settled romantically. I had thought she'd end up being Eddie's girl, but it seems they've decided to be friends only. A few guys from the singles class are mentioned but it appears Abby will be choosing between Greg (an airline navigator) and Peter (a widower with 2 boys). I'm not sure if Abby really likes Peter or more likes or feels sorry for his sons. There's talk of Harvey and Jennifer watching the sons to allow Abby and Peter to go on a one-on-one date, but that doesn't happen in this book. The pluses of that would be that Abby would probably stay in the geographic area. Greg's job bases him more south of Portland--but it's possible he could get his route switched to one that includes Portland. But still, he probably wouldn't be home every night if he keeps his current job. Given how the author has stressed finding the right person for you in this series, I'm sure eventually it will be apparent as to which man will be the best one for Abby.
The Priority Unit: Lots of changes going on. In previous books, the head of the unit Mike first planned to retire but then got moved to Police Chief after his predecessor got hurt and the deputy chief had already accepted a chief's job somewhere else. Harvey took over the Priority Unit and brought in Carl to replace Pete who passed the bar and left to practice law and Nate to partner with Eddie. Arnie's retiring in about 3 months. In this book, Carl's out of commission by the end of the book. So once again, new men will be coming in to the Priority Unit (Jimmy and Tony). (The author has mentioned several times that women should be considered, but so far, it doesn't seem like they've considered any women to fill open positions in the unit.) On a related note, the police department is seeing changes too--Terry (one of the supervisors) who was being considered for both computer training and appointment to the unit, ends up leaving to take a police chief job in a small town. That allows Cheryl Yeaton, who took the computer training, to be appointed to a supervisor position as others move up. Sarah, another female police officer who featured heavily in book 1, is apparently still around but hasn't been focused on in the last couple books.
Unlike another book I read recently, this book does deal with art theft (as the title implies). I think the author does a good job of showing how the police build a case a piece at a time (unlike TV shows where most of the time it gets wrapped up in 60 minutes).
WARNING: SPOILERS MAY FOLLOW. READ ON AT YOUR OWN DISCRETION.
*****
Jennifer is pregnant--I know the book says they were trying for a pregnancy because Harvey wanted kids while he was still young enough to keep up with them, but it still seems to have happened very fast. The first trimester seems accurate (based on what I know of it).
Jeff and Beth: I had thought in the first book that they were being set up to be a couple--I thought they might get their own book (or at least side plot) but their romance seems to have been accomplished through the sidelines of plots featuring Harvey and The Priority Unit/Harvey and Jennifer. They get engaged in this book.
Eddie: Eddie's matured since book 1. I wonder how much of that is from him accepting Christ. I'd gone back and forth over which of Jennifer's sisters he'd end up with--it looks like he's picked between them by the end of this book.
Abby: Surprisingly, she's the one who seems the least settled romantically. I had thought she'd end up being Eddie's girl, but it seems they've decided to be friends only. A few guys from the singles class are mentioned but it appears Abby will be choosing between Greg (an airline navigator) and Peter (a widower with 2 boys). I'm not sure if Abby really likes Peter or more likes or feels sorry for his sons. There's talk of Harvey and Jennifer watching the sons to allow Abby and Peter to go on a one-on-one date, but that doesn't happen in this book. The pluses of that would be that Abby would probably stay in the geographic area. Greg's job bases him more south of Portland--but it's possible he could get his route switched to one that includes Portland. But still, he probably wouldn't be home every night if he keeps his current job. Given how the author has stressed finding the right person for you in this series, I'm sure eventually it will be apparent as to which man will be the best one for Abby.
The Priority Unit: Lots of changes going on. In previous books, the head of the unit Mike first planned to retire but then got moved to Police Chief after his predecessor got hurt and the deputy chief had already accepted a chief's job somewhere else. Harvey took over the Priority Unit and brought in Carl to replace Pete who passed the bar and left to practice law and Nate to partner with Eddie. Arnie's retiring in about 3 months. In this book, Carl's out of commission by the end of the book. So once again, new men will be coming in to the Priority Unit (Jimmy and Tony). (The author has mentioned several times that women should be considered, but so far, it doesn't seem like they've considered any women to fill open positions in the unit.) On a related note, the police department is seeing changes too--Terry (one of the supervisors) who was being considered for both computer training and appointment to the unit, ends up leaving to take a police chief job in a small town. That allows Cheryl Yeaton, who took the computer training, to be appointed to a supervisor position as others move up. Sarah, another female police officer who featured heavily in book 1, is apparently still around but hasn't been focused on in the last couple books.
June 4, 2018
Captain Harvey Larson is a man of action even if part of his job now consists of sitting behind a desk and managing the Priority Unit. His situation reminds me just a little of my situation a number of years ago when I was responsible for managing a department but spent a lot of my time continuing to do the same tasks I had been doing for several years. My boss told me that I was going to have to turn some of those details over to others if I ever expected to advance. I took it to heart. Harvey is not as sure he wants to advance as I was, particularly when it means letting go of some of the field work. His new bride is all right with either but I feel sure she is more comfortable when he is in the office. Besides the excitement and suspense of his job, I enjoyed the way he and Jennifer were involved with her siblings and their love interests. His friend Eddie from the department seems to be a permanent fixture around their house. One of the highlights of the story was when Harvey confessed and apologized to his chief and several of his men about an action he took that was dishonest. He did not hedge or beat around the bush but gave the simple facts and admitted how he had been wrong. For me, this was a lesson in humbling oneself to do the right thing regardless of how it might be perceived by others. You should read the story just to see the impact his confession had on others. I like the way the author weaves together the story with faith, love, suspense, and family. I received a copy of this book from the author. This is my honest review. All opinions are strictly my own.
May 29, 2018
This book starts us out a couple few months after the last one. This one switched to first person, which was confusing at first, but easy to get in to. Harvey is getting settled into his new position and his team is handed an art burglary case to solve. We see more of Abby in this one, and she has many men interested in her, but only a few she’s thinking she’d be interested in. Jeff is settled into his job as an EMT and still dating Beth, and Eddie is starting to think about settling down. Jennifer starts out the book dealing with morning sickness and Harvey as the hovering father-to-be who’s worried about her, on top of his case load and her working on her computer program to market it. When a name from her past comes across his radar, can he put aside his feelings of hatred and animosity? Another great story, with the ends of the current cases being wrapped up succinctly by the end.
October 12, 2017
Found Art is full of intrigue and romance! This is the third book in the Maine Justice series so the characters are like old friends! Newlywed detective Harvey and his wife, Jennifer, are great protagonists. Jennifer's siblings keep life busy as secondary characters. Danger and excitement abound when Harvey and Jennifer's house is broken into while they sleep. This is my favorite, so far, in the Maine Justice series. Each book may also be read as a stand alone title. I recommend Found Art to anyone who enjoys suspense. I won my copy of Found Art in a Renee Yancy blog giveaway. this is my honest opinion.
September 7, 2023
The saga continues
Harvey & Jennifer are caught up in a series of art thefts that the Priority Unit must solve. They go undercover to attend art shows and auctions, trying to find a connection among them. Then, by mistake, the burglars hit their house in the wee hours and Harvey dispatches one & arrests the other. He still has to find the source, though. That handled, we find out the baby's sex, and plans for the nursery can now proceed.
Harvey & Jennifer are caught up in a series of art thefts that the Priority Unit must solve. They go undercover to attend art shows and auctions, trying to find a connection among them. Then, by mistake, the burglars hit their house in the wee hours and Harvey dispatches one & arrests the other. He still has to find the source, though. That handled, we find out the baby's sex, and plans for the nursery can now proceed.
June 25, 2017
Detective Harvey Larson and his bride, Jennifer, become fine art aficionados to help solve Harvey’s case concerning a ring of art thieves. The Larsons settle into their idyllic home life, but things take a terrifying turn when they dig too deep.
December 31, 2017
Another great book in this series. The author switched from 3rd person POV to first person POV in this book, which I think was a mistake. I am not a huge fan of first person POV, and it seems odd to change in the middle of a series, but I still enjoyed the book and all of the characters in it.
September 25, 2017
I am really enjoying reading about these characters. I like the detective part of it but it is really the people that keep me reading on and on.
November 13, 2017
The more I read in this series the more I like these characters.
December 25, 2020
Great Christian mystery!
I love this authors books and this was a great installment in the Maine justice series. It has a wonderful plot with Christian ethics woven throughout.
I love this authors books and this was a great installment in the Maine justice series. It has a wonderful plot with Christian ethics woven throughout.
September 18, 2022
Just as good as the last one, and I really liked the ending. On to the next one!
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