Thursday, April 30, 2026

Art of Deception by Maxine Douglas

 Every masterpiece tells a story—this one whispers murder.

 About Art of Deception, A Mystery on Lilac Lane Story:

In the picturesque town of Wisteria, Wisconsin, gallery owner Skye Johnson loves celebrating local art and the friends who create it. When photographer Lucas Cooper agrees to show his new collection honoring his late mentor, Skye can’t wait to display it—until one photo reveals something strange. Hidden in the image of the old Hendrickson barn, where Lucas’s mentor was found dead, is a detail that doesn’t belong.

Someone has added a painted clue—a silent cry for help from a witness too afraid to speak. Now, Skye and Lucas must unravel the mystery brushstroke by brushstroke before the truth—and the artist—are buried for good.

Our Review:

It’s always a pleasure to read something crafted by the multi-published, award winning Maxine Douglas. A writer of different genres, with Art of Deception, her talent for creating suspense—then putting it to paper—excels. Plus, the small-town atmosphere of Wisteria is a pure pleasure to read, including the unique flower-related names of businesses and events.

And not to be overlooked is the slow burn romance between Skye and Lucas, a heart- warming journey that keeps the reader turning the pages to see if these two stubborn artists will ever take that last step toward happy. Do not miss this one; it’s a winner.

Based on a scale of 1-5, Art of Deception merits a 7.

Kat Henry Doran, Wild Women Reviews

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