Readers say...
The historical details are lush but never heavy-handed. You feel the clink of absinthe glasses, the scratch of charcoal on canvas, the danger coiled behind every charming smile at the Montmartre salons. —Ileana Munoz Renfroe
What really hooked me was the atmosphere. You can tell the author has a deep appreciation for art and museums, it bleeds into the story in a way that adds depth… If you enjoy mysteries with substance and a unique cultural lens, this one is a gem. —Aaron
This mystery was such a fun ride from start to finish! I loved how the art world setting made everything feel fresh and different from your typical detective story. —Laurel
With this mystery, I found myself staying up later than I planned just to see how the pieces of the puzzle would come together. I’m already looking forward to the next book in the series!
—Ashley Foley
Book 1: Revenge Among the Renoirs
A serial killer is stalking Renoir's models in Belle Époque Paris,
and the only woman who can stop him hasn't been born yet.
Step Into the Shadows of Paris Where Art Meets Murder
Modern-day art restorer Jade Beckham expects nothing more mysterious than creaking floorboards when she moves into an old Victorian house. Then an antique mirror pulls her through time and deposits her in Paris in 1880.
Gaslit cafés. Open-air dance halls. Impressionist exhibitions.
And murder.
One of Pierre-Auguste Renoir's favorite models has been killed. Then another.
The police are baffled, Renoir's circle is frightened, and Jade begins investigating a tangled web of jealousy, rivalry, and carefully guarded secrets surrounding the celebrated artist. But the closer she gets to the truth, the more she fears the killer may have noticed her.
And Jade has a dangerous secret of her own. She doesn't belong in the nineteenth century—and she has no idea how to get home.
To return to her own time, Jade must untangle the clues, expose a killer, and make sure she doesn't become the next woman to disappear into history.
Revenge Among the Renoirs is the first Jade Beckham Mystery, a richly atmospheric historical whodunit blending murder, Belle Époque intrigue, famous artists, fascinating history, and a whisper of time travel.
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Keep scrolling for more information about Pierre-August Renoir.
Paintings In the Book
Clockwise from top left: Luncheon of the Boating Party, The Umbrellas, La Loge, Le Moulin de la Galette, and Dancing at Bougival
The Artist Who Inspired the Book
French Impressionism is one of my favorite periods in art history, so it seemed like the best place to kick off my series. Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841–1919), one of the defining artists of French Impressionism, was known for his luminous color, fluid brushwork, and joyful portrayals of modern life. He helped shape the Impressionist movement, painting outdoors to capture natural light and the immediacy of everyday scenes.
My story mentions many of Renoir’s most beloved works—Dance at Le Moulin de la Galette, Luncheon of the Boating Party, and La Loge. They highlight his ability to depict warmth, intimacy, and the subtle shimmer of sunlight on skin and fabric. His art celebrated pleasure and sociability at a time when Paris was rapidly changing.
In the 1880s, Renoir shifted toward a more classical style, emphasizing form and careful drawing while retaining his interest in beauty and human connection. I thought this was a fascinating aspect of his art career, which is why I placed the story during this period.
Renoir’s radiant canvases remain central to Impressionism and continue to inspire for their celebration of color, light, and the richness of everyday experience.
