Stealing Beauty: Murder, Obsession, and the Art World

Categories: Fiction | Mystery | Thriller | Writing

The art world is full of beauty, ambition, and hidden danger. Connie Berry, Judith Gaines, Lane Stone, Martha Reed, and Nina Wachsman explore stories of theft, forgery, obsession, and murder, revealing how art and crime intersect. This session shows how motive, creativity, and mystery combine to create unforgettable fiction.

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