Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Fool and His Monet | 2016 | Sandra Orchard | Buy |
| 2 | Another Day, Another Dali | 2016 | Sandra Orchard | Buy |
| 3 | Over Maya Dead Body | 2017 | Sandra Orchard | Buy |
The Serena Jones Mystery series by Sandra Orchard features FBI art crime agent Serena Jones investigating cases of stolen and forged artwork. Published by Revell, the series is known for its playful art-themed titles. Serena is based in St. Louis and balances her demanding career with a complicated personal life that includes an overprotective family and a growing connection with a fellow agent.
A Fool and His Monet (2016) kicks things off when Serena investigates the theft of a valuable painting from a museum. Another Day, Another Dali (2016) sends her after a forgery ring, while Over Maya Dead Body (2017) takes her to Martha’s Vineyard where an art heist intersects with a murder. The books mix art world details with the kind of romantic tension you would expect from Orchard’s other work, and the mysteries are well-plotted enough to keep you guessing. Fans of cozy-leaning suspense with a faith element will find a lot to like here.