Antique Shop Affair, The: A Cozy Mystery of Vintage Finds and Modern Crimes

The Antique Shop Affair: A Cozy Mystery of Vintage Finds and Modern Crimes ???????? Clara's antique shop is a treasure trove of history and forgotten stories—until a routine estate sale purchase reveals a valuable artifact with a deadly secret. When a body turns up connected to the item's mysterious past, Clara finds herself authenticating more than just antiques; she's examining clues to a modern-day murder. Using her expertise in vintage forgeries and historical artifacts, Clara must separate genuine clues from clever deceptions. With each discovery—a hidden compartment in an old desk, a coded message in a vintage locket—she gets closer to the truth about the killer who's been dealing in deadly collectibles. But in the high-stakes world of valuable antiquities, some secrets are worth killing for, and Clara might be the next item on the collector's list. Perfect for fans of: ??? Historical Artifacts & Vintage Settings ????? Amateur Sleuths & Antique Knowledge ?? Forgery Detection & Code Breaking ?? Small-Town Charm & Collectible Mysteries Step into a world where every antique tells two stories—the one from its past, and the one that could get you killed. Perfect for mystery lovers who believe that the most dangerous histories are often the most valuable!