The Case of the Antiquities Collector

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THEIR DAUGHTER GOES MISSING AND THEY DON'T CALL THE COPS? THAT’S ONE OF MANY INTRIGUING MYSTERIES DELICIOUSLY AND INTRICATELY LAYERED IN THESE PAGES. Delve into the delectably intricate and captivating mysteries that lie within these pages, where secrets intertwine, and revelations abound. Like the layers of an enigmatic puzzle, each twist and turn adds another dimension to a case tailor-made for the discerning mind of private investigator Joey Mancuso—a true devotee of Sherlock Holmes. From the very start, there's an unsettling air surrounding parents who fail to promptly report their missing daughter, and even days later, vehemently reject involving the police. Hold on a moment! This is their cherished daughter, last seen departing for a date. Why would they not welcome the full force of law enforcement in their search? The answer lies in the knowledge they possess, and Owen Parr's astute detective instincts are quick to sense it. While Joey's primary objective is to rescue the girl, there's no way he'll stop there. This tenacious PI, fueled by his past as a cop, is determined to unearth the truth, regardless of the risks involved—even if it means coming face to face with his own mortality. As the body count rises, his brother and detective partner, Father Dom, ever the voice of reason, admonishes, prays, and pleads for caution, but to no avail. The ruthless kidnappers are concealing something colossal—a clandestine operation involving stolen art, funding one of the greatest evils ever known . Once Joey discovers this shocking revelation, he becomes an unstoppable force hurtling toward justice. The thrill of the narrative lies not only in its cleverly constructed puzzle, with each discovery unearthing a greater and more astonishing twist, but also in the endearing ensemble of characters meticulously crafted by author Parr. Among the familiar faces are Marcy, Joey's new wife and cherished FBI agent; Agnes, the researcher who faithfully attends Father Dom's Mass each morning, perhaps seeking redemption for her audacious hacking skills; and Mr. Pat, the gentle giant bartender-turned-detective. Joining this beloved cast is a welcomed addition—a professor who embodies the spirit of an intrepid adventurer reminiscent of Indiana Jones himself. Bursting with action and exotic locales, this entry in the PI series will captivate fans of action-adventure, as well as those who crave the gritty allure of hard-boiled New York detective stories. Enthusiasts of clerical mysteries will find solace within these pages, and those longing for resilient and capable female sleuths need look no further—Marcy, Agnes, and Joey's former partner Lucy stand ready to satisfy that yearning with triple the determination.