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Reviewed by Lela Buchanan for Readers' Favorite
When Big Jim Bob tells Vivian about an abandoned storage unit that is coming up for auction, he hints at possible treasures inside, piquing Vivian's interest and ensuring her pursuit of it. Besides being an antique buyer, Vivian has also earned a reputation as an amateur sleuth. With her daughter/granddaughter, Brandy, as an assistant, they successfully win the bid for the unit, using a bit of creative improvisational skill to deter other buyers. Chocolate sprinkles make realistic mouse droppings and who wants to clean up a massive mouse infestation? The unit does indeed hold a treasure, setting in motion a series of accidents to both human and canine, some of which are fatal, putting Vivian and Brandy right in the middle of a murder investigation--a position that stimulates Vivian like nothing else. Vivian is a colorful protagonist who thrives on intrigue and out-maneuvering her adversaries. There are so many twists and turns in this mystery, and so many potential perpetrators, that you will never deduce whodunit or why.
If you are looking for a light-hearted mystery, with its heroine saturated with feminine charisma, look no further than "Antiques Disposal" by Barbara Allan. Filled with witty dialogue and catchy phrases the author takes you on a roller-coaster ride of suspense and misadventures that will keep you turning the pages. The story moves along briskly, adding miniscule pieces to the puzzle that will keep you guessing, before culminating in a surprising, but satisfactory conclusion.
