“Trash ‘N’ Treasures Mysteries” features Jake Fortaine, a Seattle-based antique appraiser who stumbles into a series of bizarre and often deadly crimes involving stolen artifacts and shadowy figures. Collins’ series blends hardboiled detective fiction with a distinctive blend of pulp adventure and historical detail, creating a darkly humorous and suspenseful reading experience. The books are known for their intricate plotting and Fortaine’s cynical, sharp-witted narration.




















