To Kingdom Come: An Art History Mystery

⭐⭐⭐⭐ — The cover on this book isn't great, which is unfortunate because the book is an incredibly enjoyable read. I fear people may give it a pass because the cover is lacking.

To Kingdom Come by Claudia Riess is an engaging and thrilling art history mystery that follows Erika Shawn-Wheatley, an art magazine editor, and her husband Harrison Wheatley, an art history professor. The story follows Erika and Harrison, who are embroiled in a multiple-murder case involving repatriation of African art and artifacts that were seized by the British during the colonial era.

Set mostly in London, the author's writing style is engaging and well-paced. The plot itself is filled with twists and turns that keep readers guessing, and the author masterfully weaves fascinating facts about art and history into the plot, making it both educational as well as entertaining. The characters themselves are well-developed, and likable, making it almost impossible not to root for them.

Overall, “To Kingdom Come” is a must-read for fans of the mystery genre who also have an interest in fine arts and history. It delivers a captivating story that keeps readers engaged from beginning to end with an intelligent plotline that will have you turning pages late into the night.

ARC Via NetGalley