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Book SynopsisAs the muse and lover of one of the greatest painters of the late 20th century, Christie McGraw was once a major figure in New York. Now penniless, abandoned and sick, she needs to sell the last thing of any value that she still has in her possession. It's a lost masterpiece by her late lover, and she needs the help of Gabriel Viejo, the world expert on the artist, to authenticate it and get into the market. If he can help, she'll make it well worth his while. Gabriel opens negotiations with a shady Greek tycoon in the hope of saving Christie's life - and boosting his own fortunes into the bargain. But there are some nasty surprises in store. Alan Kane Fraser's devilishly devious debut is a page-turning plunge into the murkier depths of the art world and the age-old relationship between creator and muse.
Trade ReviewExpert storytelling, clever plotting and convincing characters make this not only an absorbing and highly entertaining tale, but also a thought-provoking reflection on the truths that art can tell, or hide' Hilary Taylor 'A glorious caper - full of humour, engaging characters and infatuation. A thoroughly enjoyable read' Nicky Downes; 'A witty, well written novel exploring the world of painting, modelling and art-as-commodity, with an unexpected criminal caper at its heart. An exuberant debut that is both fun and thoughtful' Richard Francis 'Alan Kane Fraser's beautiful work about life the other side of the easel - its impact, its anonymity, the inevitable betrayal - both compels and disturbs. He has that unusual ability of allowing characters to collide whilst not being a devotee of either' Jeff Weston
