Reviews
"Fascinating tidbits about collectibles, along with evocative descriptions of New Hampshire in winter, elevate [Ornaments of Death]. . . . Distinctive characters, including Josie's Maine coon cat, Hank, help make this holiday cozy a winner." -- Publishers Weekly "Readers will be happy to catch up with Josie and the residents of the cozy coastal town of Rocky Point during the holidays. Bits of interesting antique appraisals are interspersed with the mystery, complementing the satisfying story." -- Library Journal "[C]harming and informative, [Ornaments of Death] pairs plenty of antiques knowledge with a puzzling mystery." -- Kirkus Reviews, Josie is an appealing character, a good businesswoman and an insightful sleuth. Agatha Christie would be very proud of the legacy of authors she helped start., Jane Cleland is at the height of her storytelling prowess here; Blood Rubies ranks among the very best in this series., Cleland's in-depth research makes [ Lethal Treasure ] outstanding. Her characters go beyond stereotypes or repeats of what you've seen in earlier books. The mystery is strong and the setting, both in antiques and the locale, is well done., Series fans and newcomers alike will enjoy Cleland's [ Lethal Treasure ]...Ample antique lore and credible characters bolster an intriguing plot., "Jane Cleland is at the height of her storytelling prowess here; Blood Rubies ranks among the very best in this series." -- Hartford Book Examiner "Series fans and newcomers alike will enjoy Cleland's [ Lethal Treasure ]...Ample antique lore and credible characters bolster an intriguing plot." -- Publishers Weekly "A sparkling entry in a distinguished series." -- Richmond Times Dispatch on Lethal Treasure "Cleland's in-depth research makes [ Lethal Treasure ] outstanding. Her characters go beyond stereotypes or repeats of what you've seen in earlier books. The mystery is strong and the setting, both in antiques and the locale, is well done." -- RT Book Reviews "Josie is an appealing character, a good businesswoman and an insightful sleuth. Agatha Christie would be very proud of the legacy of authors she helped start." -- Sun Sentinel "Cleland once again smoothly blends antique lore and a plausible whodunit in Silent Auction ." -- Publishers Weekly "Fans of intelligent traditional mysteries who also enjoy Antiques Roadshow will appreciate Killer Keepsakes ." -- Library Journal, Fans of intelligent traditional mysteries who also enjoy Antiques Roadshow will appreciate Killer Keepsakes ., Cleland continues to offer clever mysteries studded with enough information on antiques to keep collectors coming back for more., Aficionados of whodunits and antiques will enjoy Cleland's latest installment--and fans of felines will appreciate the recurring scenes starring Hank, Josie's lovable Maine coon cat., Cleland's in-depth research makes [ Lethal Treasure ] outstanding. Her characters go beyond sterotypes or repeats of what you've seen in earlier books. The mystery is strong and the setting, both in antiques and the locale, is well done., "Series fans and newcomers alike will enjoy Cleland's [ Lethal Treasure ]... Ample antique lore and credible characters bolster an intriguing plot." - Publishers Weekly "Cleland's in-depth research makes [ Lethal Treasure ] outstanding. Her characters go beyond sterotypes or repeats of what you've seen in earlier books. The mystery is strong and the setting, both in antiques and the locale, is well done." - RT Book Reviews "Aficionados of whodunits and antiques will enjoy Cleland's latest installment-and fans of felines will appreciate the recurring scenes starring Hank, Josie's lovable Maine coon cat." -Richmond Times Dispatch on Lethal Treasure
