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A Trick of the Light
Mystery
A Trick of the Light
Book 7 of the Chief Inspector Gamache series
Artist Clara Morrow finally receives a major solo exhibition, but celebration turns to suspicion when a former acquaintance is found dead in her garden. Gamache investigates the competitive art world surrounding Clara while friendships in Three Pines strain under success, jealousy, and recent betrayals. The victim's history forces several people to confront the gap between recovery and reputation. Perceptive and character-driven, this mystery suits an autumn afternoon for readers who enjoy art-world intrigue, evolving friendships, humane detection, and light that reveals flaws without erasing beauty.
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Peppermint and whipped cream make this cocoa a festive treat for the coldest chapters.
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- Glassware: Mug.
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- Garnish: Food-grade edible glitter.
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