The Cloisters by Katy Hayes

The Canadian Wildfire Smoke is really bothersome this morning!  Figured it was a good morning to get a review up. 

The Cloisters was recommended to me by Mr. Winters.  A young art history major intends to intern at the Met in NYC, but her mentor is going on sabbatical.  Another high-up in the museum overhears and takes her on at The Cloisters, a niche medieval themed location known for its expansive gardens.  Her task is to help director Patrick prepare a presentation on fortune-telling.  She's partnered with Rachel, a rather wealthy woman who is focused on tarot cards.  We learn Rachel is having relations with both Patrick and the garden keeper Leo (who is stealing artifacts and selling them, along with the psychedelic plants from his garden).  Ann finds she is quite good at deciphering codes, which makes her a desirable asset.

Now, this is a mystery in DaVinci Code style, with some Harry Potter thrown in.  I too love medieval art and tarot, so this was a pleasure to read, BUT I figured out the whodunit pretty early.  I think anyone who likes a good murder-mystery, the arts, history, or magic will enjoy.     

I'll be adding this to the collection when we get back.

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