Private Eye Jade Cavendish thought she was just attending another somber funeral, paying respects to the late Benji Thompson. But when an elegant woman named Hilda Bauer urgently pulls her aside, Jade's day takes an unexpected turn. Hilda's mother’s brooch, a family heirloom, was lost during World War II. Her only lead is a cryptogram left by the deceased along with a message that Jade could solve it.

A cryptic message from the dead.

Jade's curiosity is piqued as she tries to decipher the cryptogram, only to realize she first needs a key. Her quest spirals her into a labyrinth of secrets, where nothing is as it seems. Just as she begins to untangle the mystery, Jade learns that Benji's death was no accident—it was murder.

An art world full of shadows.

Determined to solve both Benji’s murder and the cryptogram, Jade dives into the enigmatic art world and unearths Benji’s link to an international art theft ring. Each clue brings her closer to the truth but also deeper into danger. With every step forward, the shadowy figure known as Valkyrie looms larger, marking Jade as the next target.

Two mysteries intertwine.

With time running out, Jade must crack the cryptogram to recover the brooch and unmask Benji’s killer. But time is running out, and the stakes are higher than ever as Valkyrie springs into action.

Don't miss this exciting second book in the Beachtown Detective Agency series.

The Case of the Beguiling Brooch is an enthralling mystery that keeps you on the edge of your seat. It blends cryptic puzzles, high-stakes drama, and dashes of humor in a captivating narrative. Join Jade Cavendish as she navigates the dark underbelly of the art world, where every revelation pulls you deeper into a web of deceit, danger, and unexpected laughs.

Discover the thrill of the chase, the allure of secrets unveiled, and moments that will make you chuckle. Buy your copy today and step into a world where every answer leads to more questions—and a smile.