C. L. Miller started her working life in publishing as an editorial assistant for her mother, Judith Miller, on the Miller's Antique Price Guide and as a researcher for the Antique Hunter's Guide to Europe, and then went into hospitality and events. After she had children, she decided to follow her long-held dream of becoming an author and began writing full time. She was an Undiscovered Voices winner in 2022 and was showcased in the UV 2022 anthology.
C. L. Miller lives in a medieval cottage in Dedham Vale, Suffolk, with her family.

?Every now and then a crime series lands that grabs the attention and holds it tight - this is one of those series' Kate Wells

?Two fantastic female leads who will deeply delight fans of Sue Grafton and Agatha Christie' Amber Cowie

?Fans of Richard Osman and Agatha Christie will be clamouring for book two! (I know I am!)' Katy Hays

When a painting vanishes from a maritime museum, and a dead body is found nearby, the newly established Lockwood Antique Hunter's Agency, Freya Lockwood and her aunt Carole, are called to investigate.

Following a lead that takes them aboard a glamorous antiques cruise sailing toward the Red Sea in Jordan, they quickly discover that the ship?s art gallery is filled with stolen antiquities. Each antique is also listed in Freya's late mentor's journals that detail unsolved cases. In chasing a murderer with a stolen painting, they may have found something more sinister than they could've imagined . . .

Their hunt soon turns deadly when they learn the enigmatic and dangerous art trafficker named The Collector could be on board. But on a ship full of antiques enthusiasts - plus some unexpected familiar faces - will Freya and Carole be able to discover The Collector's identity and stop his murderous plans before the ship docks? Or will the killer strike again?