Hearse and Gardens (Hamptons Home & Garden Mystery Book 2)
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Adams Parker
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A Hamptons interior designer deals with skeletons in the closet in the new mystery from the national bestelling author of Better Homes and Corpses.
To keep her mind off the legal battle over the oceanfront cottage she’s trying to buy, Meg agrees to help her friend inventory and clear out furniture from the massive Montauk estate of wealthy art broker Harrison Falks. But the job takes a terrifying turn when Meg discovers a skeleton in a hidden room in one of the estate’s many bungalows. The remains turn out to be those of Harrison’s son, who went missing nearly twenty years ago—along with one of his father’s Warhol paintings.
As Meg delves into the Hamptons’ pop art past, she gets drawn into the sketchy goings-on and family drama at the estate. But when Meg makes no bones about solving the crime, she just might become the subject of the killer’s next installation.
INCLUDES RECIPES AND DECORATING TIPS
To keep her mind off the legal battle over the oceanfront cottage she’s trying to buy, Meg agrees to help her friend inventory and clear out furniture from the massive Montauk estate of wealthy art broker Harrison Falks. But the job takes a terrifying turn when Meg discovers a skeleton in a hidden room in one of the estate’s many bungalows. The remains turn out to be those of Harrison’s son, who went missing nearly twenty years ago—along with one of his father’s Warhol paintings.
As Meg delves into the Hamptons’ pop art past, she gets drawn into the sketchy goings-on and family drama at the estate. But when Meg makes no bones about solving the crime, she just might become the subject of the killer’s next installation.
INCLUDES RECIPES AND DECORATING TIPS
A Hamptons interior designer deals with skeletons in the closet in the new mystery from the national bestelling author of Better Homes and Corpses.
To keep her mind off the legal battle over the oceanfront cottage she’s trying to buy, Meg agrees to help her friend inventory and clear out furniture from the massive Montauk estate of wealthy art broker Harrison Falks. But the job takes a terrifying turn when Meg discovers a skeleton in a hidden room in one of the estate’s many bungalows. The remains turn out to be those of Harrison’s son, who went missing nearly twenty years ago—along with one of his father’s Warhol paintings.
As Meg delves into the Hamptons’ pop art past, she gets drawn into the sketchy goings-on and family drama at the estate. But when Meg makes no bones about solving the crime, she just might become the subject of the killer’s next installation.
INCLUDES RECIPES AND DECORATING TIPS
To keep her mind off the legal battle over the oceanfront cottage she’s trying to buy, Meg agrees to help her friend inventory and clear out furniture from the massive Montauk estate of wealthy art broker Harrison Falks. But the job takes a terrifying turn when Meg discovers a skeleton in a hidden room in one of the estate’s many bungalows. The remains turn out to be those of Harrison’s son, who went missing nearly twenty years ago—along with one of his father’s Warhol paintings.
As Meg delves into the Hamptons’ pop art past, she gets drawn into the sketchy goings-on and family drama at the estate. But when Meg makes no bones about solving the crime, she just might become the subject of the killer’s next installation.
INCLUDES RECIPES AND DECORATING TIPS
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WE all want a oceanfront property. Meg is trying so hard to purchase a Oceanfront cottage, in Montauk…. to keep her mind off it, she decides to help her friend clean out a cottage that they are going to redesign for the owners. They are finding all the usually items that are in a summer cottage that is use only a few months out of the year…. books, games… odds and ends and… a SKELETON ! Well, that was more than she bargained for. So whose skeleton is it and why was it in a hidden room. How old is it? Ends up being over 20 years old! And whose is it? Oh boy, and how does Meg stay out of trouble during this adventure? And why does a Warhol painting end up there as well? What else is she going to find out? And does she end up getting the ocean front cottage…. and what does her cat help her find…. Twist and turns are in this delightful story…. Great read for long weekend!
Interesting Plot With Likable Sleuths. Interior and landscape designer, Meg Barrett is loving living in the Hamptons of New York. Although she is having to fight ownership of her dream cottage, “Little Grey,” life is definitely looking up.Meg’s business partner and friend, Elle Warner invites Meg to help her ‘pick over’ the antiques in her ‘Uncle’ Harrison’s bungalows. Uncle Harrison is from the days of the ‘Pop’ art period. He built his home, ‘Sandringham’ a few acres from legendary artist Andy Warhol. Harrison Falks is an elderly man now, and misfortune has followed him for several decades.When Uncle Harrison’s dead son, Pierce is found in the bungalow, his misfortunes continue, including a steady decline of mental and physical abilities.Meg feels something is not ‘right’ and she proceeds to get more involved with the persons living at Sandringham and the tragic tale of Pierce. Meanwhile, she has to fight the battle of her home, inherit a Maine Coon Cat, and more while living with a natural disability of impaired hearing.I’m quite impressed with the naturalness that the character of Meg is drawn by the Author. Her hearing impediment is recognized but it doesn’t stop Meg from living her life fully. Nor is she embarrassed by something that is not her fault. I also liked that Ms. Bridge chose to not stress the sometimes vocal issues that the hearing impaired are pressed by. This is implied and needn’t be stressed. Excellent character development in my opinion.Looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
Murders in the Hamptons. This was a really good book. Meg and Elle are once again scouring estate/garage sales for treasures for their businesses in the Hamptons. While clearing out a bungalow on Elle’s wickedly wealthy Uncle Harry’s estate they discover a skull and skeleton. This is just the beginning of their wild escapade with murder and mayhem. Throw in a Meg’s legal battle over her newly purchased old cottage, as well as her stalker, and you’re in for an exciting murder mystery that encompasses the past and present. Solid five star read!
Kathleen Bridge’s Hearse and Gardens. Meg Barrett is an Interior Designer on LongIsland. Meg’s mother had owned an antiqueIn Michigan so Meg grew up around antiques.Meg and her friend, Elle Warner, who sellsantiques and vintage items are going toMontauk to clean out and inventory a beachfrontbungalow on the Harrison Falks’ estate.They discover a secret door behind a bookcase.When they open the door, inside is a skeleton.Harrison had a son who disappeared twentyyears ago along with an expensive Warholpainting and the wife of a neighbor.The skeleton turns out to be this son!!A lot of historical information about the areais described plus the reader will learn aboutthe value of vintage items and a variety ofpaintings and painters.There are a myriad of in-depth, eclectic, wellfleshed out characters that will keep thereader anticipating what they will do next.A well written story mixing elements of loss,old family secrets, family trials, disappointment,hearing loss with determination, old and newfriendships.Meg adopts a Maine Coon car named Jo whowill keep her company.A mysterious, enjoyable read with decoratingtips plus recipes at the end.
Interesting. Lots of details in this book. Antiques, art and home decor. Most really have nothing to do with the story itself. Whoops, forgot all the details of the food. Somehow it doesn’t take away from the story. I still enjoyed it very much and plan to read the next in the series.