Relics Torn

<p>Plunge into the Depths of the Illicit Art World - Where Stolen Treasures and Family Secrets Lead to Deception Betrayal and Murder.</p><p>Delve into <em>Relics Torn</em> a compelling international crime thriller where art and antiquities are the priceless puzzle pieces in a deadly game. Crafted for the discerning adult reader this riveting tale spans the globe from the lush jungles of Southeast Asia to the cobbled streets of Europe offering a feast for those who thirst for cultural depth along with heart-pounding suspense.</p><p>Meet Liliane Ashe an art sleuth on a dual quest: navigating the intricate maze of the stolen art market and solving the mystery of her missing mother. When her past comes calling in the form of Victor Aldwyn-Interpol agent and former lover-she's lured into an explosive case that catapults her from the tranquil mountains of New Mexico to London's underbelly and beyond. A garbage truck filled with ancient mosaics offers the first clue but the tattooed carved and inked body of the comatose truck driver presents a riddle wrapped in an enigma.</p><p>As Liliane and Victor probe beneath the surface of a prestigious art gallery suspected of shady dealings they unearth a clandestine ruthless empire stretching from Europe to Asia. Facing a villain whose past is disturbingly linked to Liliane's own they must untangle a web of greed betrayal revenge and murder.</p><p><em>Relics Torn</em> doesn't just deliver spine-tingling suspense and breathtaking thrills. It paints a complex portrait of moral ambiguity within the underground antiquities trade with layers of hidden truths challenging the boundaries between right and wrong guilt and innocence genius and madness.</p><p>Perfect for aficionados of art mysteries and globetrotting adventures.</p>