- Paperback: 352 pages
- Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd (30 Mar 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0140286225
- ISBN-13: 978-0140286229
- Product Dimensions: 17.5 x 10.7 x 2.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,189,864 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"To be enjoyed for Lovejoy's...chutzpah, his author's breezy narration and vast knowledge of the antiques world". -- Kirkus Reviews
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Lovejoy's search for a missing painting and a missing friend -- Gesso the cat burglar -- takes him on a wild adventure to the Channel Islands. He hopes to keep a low profile by masquerading as Jonno Rant, an island local, but that plan backfires when the local police start to keep tabs on him and the real Jonno Rant shows up. Can Lovejoy stay one step ahead of Rant and the police? Soon, just staying alive becomes a juggling act for the irrepressible Lovejoy.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This story takes Lovejoy to Guernsey where he emabarks on a scam to end all scams.As usual he manages to stay one step ahead of both the law and the criminal fraternity.His wit and uncanny knowledge of a true antique keep him alive ,literally.With the occasional love interest thrown in this has to be the best Lovejoy I have read.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Lovejoy is back and better than ever!
13 Mar 1999
Format:Hardcover
After the last two books by Jonathan Gash digging into the seamier side of London, and the sex trade, with his new heroine, he has graced us with new Lovejoy mystery. Some of his entourage is missing, no Tinker, and no new trainee, but he does succeed in making smiles, stealing antiques, breaking and entering, and impersonating a rock star. You never know what to expect from Lovejoy and he does not disappoint. Just when you think you figured it all out, a surprise ending. One of his best books in years, you will enjoy it.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Joyful fans will love the latest Lovejoy novel
23 Jan 1999
Format:Hardcover
Irma hires antiques expert Lovejoy to teach her how to swipe a necklace. Though reluctant to be her tutor, Lovejoy cannot resist helping the beautiful young woman even if the jewelry she wants to steal is vulgar trash. However, she is caught trying to abscond with a Rottingham fake jug.
Irma's entry into Lovejoy's life opens the door for her wealthy Aunt, Mrs. Crucifex, and her uncle Reverend George Metivier to enter Lovejoy's life. All George wants from the scoundrel is his assistance in selling the Albansham priory "manufactured antiques". Instead of working with pale imitations, Lovejoy soon finds himself searching for a missing associate, a valuable painting, and George even as he struggles to simply stay alive.
Fans of the Lovejoy series know why the novels are always bestsellers. Anyone who has not read one of the books until this one, THE RICH AND THE PROFANE, will quickly learn why these tales are such fan favorites. The twentieth story is as fresh as the first book. Lovejoy remains a joy, loved by his myriad of fans. The story line is an entertaining mystery, but Lovejoy thankfully still occupies the prime seat. Jonathan Gash is heading back to the top of the lists again.
Harriet Klausner
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
borrow, don't buy
30 Dec 2000
Format:Paperback
I'd have to agree, this book wasn't as good as his previous Lovejoy ones. I'd say this one and the previous one 'Possessions of a Lady' are more of a "borrow" than a "buy". I hope #21 does pick up. I still reread his previous ones (esp. 'The Tartan Sell' my all time favorite).
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