Frank Carlson Library

"Join Maggie Watson in the charming town of Somerset Harbor on the coast of Maine as she unearths a treasure trove of antiques and adventure. After inheriting the Carriage House Antiques shop and Sedgwick Manor, Maggie finally understands exactly what her beloved aunt meant when she said 'antiques are filled with stories -- secrets just waiting to be discovered'. Maggie and the lively members of the historical society set out to unravel mysteries...

When a nervous young girl arrives at Carriage House Antiques looking to sell an extravagant gold-and-emerald ring, owner Maggie Watson is intrigued. Where would the teen have come across such a valuable relic? And why is she so desperate to sell it? Maggie soon learns that the fascinating ring bears the insignia of Solomon Zane, a bloodthirsty pirate who terrorized the coastal town of Somerset Harbor, Maine, in the 18th century. Zane’s fate is a...

"Join Maggie Watson in the charming town of somerset Harbor on the coast of Maine as she unearths a treasure trove of antiques and adventure. After inheriting the Carriage House Antiques shop and Sedgwick Manor, a nineteenth-century Colonial Revival, Maggie finally understands exactly what her beloved aunt meant when she said, 'antiques are filled with stories-secrets just waiting to be discovered'."--Page [4] of cover.

"Maggie often discovers some unique things in unique places. This time while searching for her cat Snickers, in an upstairs bedroom, she discovers a 1920s style wedding dress in the back of a closet. As she unfolds it she has more questions than answers. One of the questions is why is the veil torn from bottom to top? Maggie hangs the dress in her shop in hopes someone will know something. Soon the dress is stolen. Her attempts to gather information...

"Spring is in the air in Somerset Harbor. Things are coming alive, new faces, tourists etc. Maggie is forced to confront the emotional baggage from her past even though all she wants to do is enjoy the present. She decides to start to go through her late husband's past. She discovers many priceless Native American artifacts. Soon she discovers there is someone who wants to unravel the past and Maggie becomes a target of frightful encounters." -- Amazon.com....

Maggie was asked to inventory a summer cottage on the island. There is word that a lost painting from the 1920s may of been found.

After inheriting the Carriage House Antiques shop and Sedgwick Manor, a nineteenth-century Colonial Revival, Maggie finally understands exactly what her beloved aunt meant when she said "antiques are filled with stories - secrets just waiting to be discovered." Maggie and the lively members of the historical society set out to unravel mysteries that have been tucked away for centuries in antiques, artifacts, and heirlooms as rare and unique as the...

"It is Schooner Days Celebration in Somerset Harbor. Maggie is hoping for fair winds and calm seas for the celebration. Fran has friends from her teenage years sailing in and dropping anchor. The captain and all around scoundrel is poisoned by a rare clam toxin. Fran's beau is arrested for the crime. Also during this time the town's alderman has asked for Maggie's help in a bona fide treasure hunt." -- Amazon.com.

The wedding of Maggie's daughter is overshadowed by the murder of Nick Orman. When Maggie's friend, June McGillis, is arrested for his murder, Maggie must prove her friend's innocence while handling nuptial-related crises.

"It's winter in Somerset, but a snowball festival at the local snow and sea shop has everyone excited. Events go downhill when Maggie happens to find the body of Duke Duncan the co-owner."--Amazon.com.