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The Metropolitan Affair was a thoroughly enjoyable read. I loved how it combined history, mystery, art, relationships and more. The characters and settings were engaging and the pages turned easily.
About the book:
Lauren Westlake has a deep interest in Egyptology and has secured an excellent position at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The story takes place around the time of the discovery of Tut’s tomb so it was an exciting time to be a curator. Lauren’s father is also an Egyptologist; they have a complex relationship and one that is in need of some repair. It doesn’t help that he might be involved in something unsavory.
Detective Joe Caravello has known Lauren for many years. When he has a case involving Egyptian artifacts, he naturally turns to her for assistance. What they uncover and how they resolve things form the basis for the narrative.
The Roaring Twenties. Forgery. A plot that leaves readers wanting to find out everything. All in all, a fun read.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Bethany House for this title. All opinions are my own.
This book was published in March 2023
Joyce's mystery and fiction book reviews with some non-fiction too! 