Stealing Venus

By Richard John Mitchell

In Cambridge's captivating art scene, renowned painter Will Bentley finds peace in his studio, but his tranquillity is shattered when the intriguing Lucy Wrackham, an art insurance expert, arrives on his doorstep. She is seeking Alfred Smith, a brilliant forger and Will's ex-prison friend. They embark on the search together, yet Alfred proves curiously elusive, and someone seems to know their every move and is determined to thwart them.

The serene art world becomes a breeding ground for violence and mayhem, as a priceless Botticelli masterpiece is stolen from London's prestigious National Gallery. Lucy at last uncovers the shocking truth but is betrayed. In a race against time Will tries to find Lucy before it's too late. In this gripping crime novel, the art world's allure clashes with the dark underbelly of corruption fuelled by power and immense wealth.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1467906476
• ISBN13: 9781467906470
• Release Date: November 2011
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 362 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"