The Mystery of the Stolen Snuffbox: A cozy crime mystery set in an English village (The Antique Shop Mysteries Book 4) (English Edition)

Antiques Roadshow meets Agatha Christie! Visit the cosiest corner of the Kent countryside in this page-turning whodunit featuring a funny, feisty antique dealer turned amateur sleuth.

A day out at the village fete leads to deadly danger for Lina Townend: the warm, independent novice antique dealer with an uncanny nose for a bargain and a talent for sniffing out trouble!

The last way Lina wants to spend a summer afternoon is manning a bric-a-brac stall at the village fete. But when her old friend Robin, the local vicar, begs for help, she can hardly refuse.

The table is piled high with junk, but among the clutter a cheerful little parrot ornament catches Lina’s eye. Less appealing is the tatty silver snuffbox tucked away in the corner — until someone tries to steal it, and Lina begins to wonder what she’s missed.

Still, when she absent-mindedly slips the box in her pocket for safe keeping, she has no idea she’s just made herself a target.

Because someone wants that snuffbox. Badly. And they’ll stop at nothing to keep its secrets hidden — even if it means silencing Lina for good. Soon, her life is turned upside down by danger, deceit, and a most unexpected murder.

This delightful traditional mystery series is perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Lovejoy, Clare Chase, M.C. Beaton, Simon Brett, Margaret Yorke and The Thursday Murder Club — and anyone who enjoys a good rummage in an antique shop!

Please note, this book was previously published as Guilty Pleasures, and has been lightly edited for language.

READERS LOVE THE MYSTERY OF THE STOLEN SNUFFBOX:

‘Lots of action and clever writing make this an exceptional addition to this traditional series.’ Publishers Weekly

‘[An] enchanting mix of murder and antiques.’ Publishers Weekly

‘Former foster child Lina, who narrates the story, is an appealing character who is always working to better herself.’ Booklist

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘More, more, more!’ Carlin

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This whole series has been really fun. Just a perfect read for bedtime or a rainy day. Lightweight but good plots, and fun characters.’ SM

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Really enjoyed this book! Loved all the twists and turns.’ Sue

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Well written, good characterization.’ Beth

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The plot is well constructed and the characters are believable and likeable. The series characters grow and change through the books which makes them more realistic too.’ Damaskcat

MEET LINA TOWNEND
Lina Townend is not your average antique dealer. Warm, clever, and endlessly curious, she has an uncanny ‘divvy’s nose’ for spotting treasures among the bric-a-brac, and a knack for sniffing out trouble where others see only clutter. Living and working alongside her eccentric mentor, Griff Tripp, who she loves as if he were her own grandfather, Lina spends her days at bustling village fairs, in her cosy shop, and trawling auctions for hidden gems. Lina grew up in the care system, and beneath her confident exterior she’s still piecing together the puzzle of her own past — a search that makes every rare find feel just a little more personal.

THE SETTING
Sleepy Bredeham might not be the prettiest of villages in rural Kent – though it boasts its share of thatched cottages and white-painted boarded houses – but it’s the kind of place where you can’t walk down the street without seeing someone you want to stop and chat with. Visitors will find not just a welcoming pub and a village shop, but also a chemist that doubles as a stationer and bookstore. And at the heart of it all sits the small, cluttered, yet inviting antique shop, packed with curios and treasures waiting to be discovered.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0GFDPYTWJ
Éditeur ‏ : ‎ Joffe Books cozy crime thriller, mystery and suspense
Accessibilité ‏ : ‎ En savoir plus
Date de publication ‏ : ‎ 4 février 2026
Langue ‏ : ‎ Anglais
Taille du fichier ‏ : ‎ 1.3 MB
Lecteur d’écran  ‏ : ‎ Pris en charge
Confort de lecture ‏ : ‎ Activé
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Non activée
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Nombre de pages de l’édition imprimée  ‏ : ‎ 268 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1805734710
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Livre 4 sur 5 ‏ : ‎ The Antique Shop Mysteries
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