Scavenger Reef
Scavenger Reef by Laurence Shames is a mystery novel published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on February 14, 2015. This edition features 284 pages in English and delves into the high-end art world through a darkly comedic lens. The story begins with painter Augie Silver, who is presumed lost at sea, prompting a wave of mourning among his friends in Key West. However, the situation takes a turn when his death inadvertently boosts the value of his artwork, leading to unexpected consequences when Augie returns alive.
Readers will find a narrative that explores the complexities of friendships and loyalty within the artistic community. As Augie’s return stirs up both excitement and resentment, the plot thickens with attempts on his life, creating a taut whodunit atmosphere. The book offers insights into the dynamics of creative types, set against the vibrant backdrop of Key West. Scavenger Reef presents a blend of mystery and commentary on the nature of relationships, making it a notable addition to the cozy mystery genre.
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“In this business, nothing is as good as dead…” The business in question is the high-end art world, and everyone in this darkly comedic mystery wants a piece of it. When painter Augie Silver is lost at sea in a sailing accident, his many friends among Key West’s artists, writers, and hangers-on mourn–until, that is, they realize that Augie’s death has sent the prices for his pictures skyrocketing. What at first seemed a tragedy turns out to be a windfall–until, that is, Augie, rescued at sea, limps back to town alive. Not everyone is thrilled by the artist’s resurrection. Someone, in fact, is upset enough to start trying to bump off Augie for real. Full of steamy Key West atmosphere and sometimes brutal insights into the wacky world of creative types, SCAVENGER REEF is both a taut whodunit and a wise meditation on loyalty real or faked, friendships sincere or toxic.
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