Antiques Web
by Barbara Allan

When Serenity’s most eccentric sleuthing duo is involved, even a quiet Iowa river town can become a hotbed of murder, mayhem, and mid-century collectibles . . .

Vivian’s back. So is the body count.

All Brandy Borne wants is a quiet first year of marriage—new routines, new normal, and only the usual chaos courtesy of her melodramatic mother, Vivian.

But when an antiques auction turns disastrous and Vivian’s close friend Evelyn dies in what looks like a freak fall, the Bornes aren’t buying it.

Then another woman turns up dead and the pattern becomes impossible to ignore. Someone in Serenity is weaving an elaborate con, preying on the town’s lonely widows with a too-good-to-be-true investment scheme . . . and eliminating anyone who gets in the way.

With a suspicious niece, a furious financial advisor, a cryptic message from a dying mob boss, and a dog who can be bribed, Vivian and Brandy find themselves tangled in a web of secrets, scams, and deadly deceit.

To save their friends—and themselves—they’ll have to outsmart a killer, outbid a con artist, and keep Vivian out of jail. Again.

This lighthearted, laugh-out-loud cozy mystery features witty antique buying tips and a range of tasty recipes. Perfect for readers of Ellery Adams, Jane Cleland, Jessica Fletcher, and Richard Castle.

Reviews

“A rollicking story”

Kirkus Reviews

“This humorous, conversational cozy, lovingly set in the Mississippi River town of Serenity, is framed with details about antiques and tips for collecting Christmas collectibles”

Booklist on Antiques Slay Belles

“Amusing escapades and tips on antique buying”

Kirkus Reviews on Antiques Slay Belles

“A mystery that has it all: humor, zany characters, antiquing tips, and recipes to brighten your day”

Kirkus Reviews on Antiques Foe

“Framed by small-town life in Iowa, with interesting details on antiques, this fun cozy includes recipes and tips on collecting sports memorabilia”

Booklist on Antiques Foe

“Humorous asides and loads of antique lore . . . Allan delivers the cozy goods”

Publishers Weekly on Antiques Liquidation

“Best for readers of cozy mysteries who enjoy small-town living, humor with a side of murder, and cute canine companions”

Library Journal on Antiques Liquidation

“Amusing mystery chockablock with antiques lore”

Kirkus Review on Antiques Liquidation

“This humorous cozy with its multiple plot twists is framed by close family relationships, a lovingly detailed setting, and information about antiques”

Booklist on Antiques Carry On

“Vivian and Brandy share narrative duties, and their amusing commentary provides much of the book’s appeal. Allan consistently entertains”

Publishers Weekly on Antiques Carry On

“Delightfully quirky . . . For those fond of feel-good cozies, Allan delivers”

Publishers Weekly on Antiques Fire Sale

“The usual mix of humor, detection, and flamboyant personalities adds sparkle”

Kirkus Reviews on Antiques Fire Sale

“One of the best in Allan’s long-running series, which is always humorous and full of tips for antiques hunters”

Kirkus Reviews on Antiques Ravin’

“Fans of J.C. Eaton’s “Sophie Kimball” books may want to try this series”

Library Journal on Antiques Ravin’

“This humorous cozy – with its well-drawn, quirky characters – is a hoot”

Booklist on Antiques Ravin’

Barbara Allan

Barbara Allan is the joint pseudonym of husband-and-wife mystery writers, Barbara and Max Allan Collins. Barbara is an acclaimed short-story writer, and Max is multi-award-winning New York Times bestselling novelist and Mystery Writers of America Grand Master. Their previous collaborations have included one son, a short story collection, and the long-running Trash ‘n’ Treasures mystery series. They live in Muscatine, Iowa – their Serenity-esque hometown – in a house filled with trash and treasures.

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Editions

Antiques Web by Barbara Allan is available in the following formats

97814483149596th October 2026 X mm208£20.99
Hardback97814483149426th October 2026144 X 222mm208£21.99
Hardback97814483149426th October 2026144 X 222mm208$39.99
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