As a frequent visitor to St. Petersburg, Florida I am especially fond of this series as it brings to mind some of my favorite places - in the case of this story, the descriptions of the Dali Museum. I am also quite fond of the characters - Samantha, the protaganist, her English boyfriend who is always bringing scones and tea, and especially the character of Jacob, Samantha's apprentice who suffers from Aspberger's syndrome. The author treats him with great sensitivity and is able to bring out and focus on his strengths. The plot is compelling - Samantha is invited to the opening of an exhibit of glass art at the Dali Museum which features the works of her high school boyfriend, When he is found dead in the museum garden the next morning Samantha is asked by the police department to consult with them, as she has in the past on art related homicides. In addition to the twists and turns of the plot and the wonderful characters, this book also gave me a look at what it takes to be a glass artist and made me want to take a glass making class of my own.