Painted Truth

By Lise McClendon
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Published: March 29, 2011
Words: 81,260 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781458132390

Short description

Set in Jackson Hole where the Old West merges with upscale art galleries, in this second book in the series Alix Thorssen finds herself at a crossroads with her gallery partner, sexy Paolo Segundo. When another gallery burns, revealing the body of a famous artist, Alix is drawn in as an appraiser of the lost paintings. She must examine her ethics and way of life to find the truth, and justice.

Extended description

"An extremely satisfying mystery whose intricate plot kept me guessing. It's a rare book that can keep me riveted to its pages and have me reaching for tissues at the end. This one did. I give it my highest recommendation." -- Mystery News
"Writing in a lyrical, often humorous style, McClendon brings the surrounding Wyoming territories to life." -- Armchair Detective
"An unusually complex art swindle that will leave you gasping with admiration for the killer's imagination and industry. McClendon knits detective work together with domestic betrayals in a satisfyingly intricate tangle." -- Kirkus Reviews

Alix Thorssen's partnership with sexy Paolo Segundo is at a crossroads. When another gallery on the town square burns, revealing the body of a famous artist, she is drawn into the investigation as an appraiser of the lost paintings. Ray Tantro was a has-been at 30 but was on the verge of a comeback. Why would he commit suicide? Why are the police so quick to dismiss foul play? The inv.. (Read more) "An extremely satisfying mystery whose intricate plot kept me guessing. It's a rare book that can keep me riveted to its pages and have me reaching for tissues at the end. This one did. I give it my highest recommendation." -- Mystery News
"Writing in a lyrical, often humorous style, McClendon brings the surrounding Wyoming territories to life." -- Armchair Detective
"An unusually complex art swindle that will leave you gasping with admiration for the killer's imagination and industry. McClendon knits detective work together with domestic betrayals in a satisfyingly intricate tangle." -- Kirkus Reviews

Alix Thorssen's partnership with sexy Paolo Segundo is at a crossroads. When another gallery on the town square burns, revealing the body of a famous artist, she is drawn into the investigation as an appraiser of the lost paintings. Ray Tantro was a has-been at 30 but was on the verge of a comeback. Why would he commit suicide? Why are the police so quick to dismiss foul play? The investigation makes her confront her own contradictions as an art lover, turning everything she knows upside down. She must examine her ethics and even her way of life to find the truth, and justice.
But not without a very high price.

Second in the series after THE BLUEJAY SHAMAN.
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Tags

mystery, fraud, western, swindle, art theft, montana, comics, wyoming, jackson hole, art gallery, mighty thor, art swindle

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