Painted Ladies

In the latest Spenser novel by Robert B. Parker, the celebrated detective is tasked with protecting a stolen painting during a ransom exchange at the request of art scholar Dr. Ashton Prince. When the mission takes a turn and the artwork remains missing, Spenser suspects a deeper involvement, leading him into a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse with the thieves. This gripping installment, completed just before Parker's passing, showcases the series at its vibrant best.