Julie 's Reviews > The Art of Theft

The Art of Theft by Sherry Thomas is a 2019 Berkley publication.

This is the fourth book is the Charlotte Holmes series.

Unfortunately, this chapter in the series, didn't quite measure up the previous installments. I did like the premise, which involved the art world- always a favorite for me- and political secrets, which added some intrigue, which I also enjoyed.

I wasn't a fan of playing around with the characterizations, which, as it turned out felt stilted and forced- and just a temporary means to an end.

The pacing was a little skewed as well, though, finally, the Lord Ingram/Holmes interactions enjoyed some splendid back and forth dialogue. The mystery very nearly went off course, as this was not the best executed chapter in the series, in my opinion.

I have already read book five- as it was assigned to me a while back and it was so good, I decided to start this series from the beginning to get caught up on the whole story- so thankfully, I know how things proceed next, and don't need to worry about the series going off course.

Now I get to read the sixth book, which will get me caught up, and I am very ready to dive back in, in what I hope will be a strong addition to the series.

3 stars