An Oxford Fraud

Oxford Mystery #6

by Maxine Barry, Faith Martin

Please note this book was first published as ALTERED IMAGES

REAL MURDER AT A MURDER MYSTERY WEEKEND IN OXFORD

Everything is not as it seems during those balmy summer days at one of Oxford's most prestigious colleges.

Lorcan Greene, wealthy gallery owner and expert forgery-spotter, is hired by Detective Braine of the Art Fraud Squad to investigate a tip-off in Oxford. But Lorcan gets more than he bargains for, falling in love with talented art student Frederica Delacroix. But what’s she hiding and could she even be involved in forgery herself?

WHO’S REAL AND WHO’S A FAKE?

Meanwhile, a murder mystery weekend is being held at St Bede’s College. However, someone is using it as a cover to steal a priceless painting from the college. Two members of the cast, Reeve and Annis, fall madly in love, but they’re in danger of more than just having their hearts broken.

In a thrilling finale, full of breathtaking intrigue and romance, who will turn out to be a fraud, faker, or even a murderer?

216 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 1, 2003

About the author

Romance author Maxine Barry is a pen name of English author Jacquie Walton. She also writes mystery novels under the pen names Joyce Cato, Jessie Daniels and Faith Martin.

Librarian's note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.

Reviews

[Nancy]

An Oxford Fraud
by Maxine Barry, Faith Martin
3.83 · Rating details · 98 ratings · 2 reviews
Please note this book was first published as ALTERED IMAGES

REAL MURDER AT A MURDER MYSTERY WEEKEND IN OXFORD

Everything is not as it seems during those balmy summer days at one of Oxford's most prestigious colleges.

Lorcan Greene, wealthy gallery owner and expert forgery-spotter, is hired by Detective Braine of the Art Fraud Squad to investigate a tip-off in Oxford. But Lorcan gets more than he bargains for, falling in love with talented art student Frederica Delacroix. But what’s she hiding and could she even be involved in forgery herself?

WHO’S REAL AND WHO’S A FAKE?

Meanwhile, a murder mystery weekend is being held at St Bede’s College. However, someone is using it as a cover to steal a priceless painting from the college. Two members of the cast, Reeve and Annis, fall madly in love, but they’re in danger of more than just having their hearts broken.

In a thrilling finale, full of breathtaking intrigue and romance, who will turn out to be a fraud, faker, or even a murderer? (less)

Started it; Not interested.

[Judith Favia · Rating 1 out of 5]

Not Faith Martin Quality

If I wanted a Harlequin romance, I would buy one. I love books about fine art forgery, but this one is full of “pulsating nipples” and “smooth hard thighs.” I tried skimming over the trashy parts, but they pretty much permeate the whole book. If you loved the Hillary Greene series, this is not the same. It is trash disguised as a mystery. You have been warned.

[Shirley J. Trilling · Rating 2 out of 5]

Disappointed

Couldn't finish, not even close. Thought it was a British mystery, which h it might have been after awhile. If I wanted a bodice ripper , aka, romance novel, (which I didnt) would have have ordered one. Sorry Maxine, go back to being Faith.

[patricia campbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant thank you Faith again sincerely Patricia Helen Campbell

This is such a change from all of the Faith Martin but l have enjoyed all the one's l have read so far so bring them in thank you

[Julie Powell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Although I skimmed the sex parts, the rest of the story was entertaining. The writing style is always the best part of this series, for me.

The characters were well-defined, while the sense of place was great. There was mystery and suspense enough to make it a good read.

Worth a look.

[Carol Hatch · Rating 5 out of 5]

What more can I say?

I love everything Faith Martin writes, no matter under whose name she writes it. An Oxford Fraud is no exception. I highly recommend it.

[Shannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

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