Sharon Fiffer Livres

Struggling with her desire for solitude, Jane finds herself drawn into the chaotic world of Hollywood while navigating her passion for collecting discarded items. Her love for "stuff" serves as a lens through which she connects with the complexities of human emotions, contrasting her monastic tendencies with the vibrant lives of others. As she balances her reclusive nature with the demands of the entertainment industry, Jane's journey explores themes of identity, belonging, and the value of the overlooked in a bustling society.

The story follows Jane Wheel, a passionate antique collector whose extensive collection leads to chaos in her life. Faced with the challenge of managing her overwhelming possessions, she decides to take a bold step by organizing her first garage sale. This decision sets the stage for humorous and unexpected situations as she navigates the complexities of letting go of her beloved items.

Facing a midlife crisis and recent job loss, Jane Wheel takes on the role of an antique "picker" in suburban Chicago, navigating estate sales, auctions, and flea markets to find valuable items. As she seeks to rebuild her life after separating from her husband, Jane's resourcefulness and determination shine through, making her a relatable and engaging heroine in this series debut.

Vintage Treasures...and Deadly Secrets From Bakelite jewelry to jadeite dishes, antiques "picker" Jane Wheel has a knack for hunting down vintage collectibles. And when a Chicago estate sale yields a room full of dusty tavern memorabilia, she hits pay dirt once again. Most of this "dead guy's stuff" is just perfect for decorating her parents' newly renovated bar & grill in Kankakee, Illinois. Most of this stuff...except for the finger pickled in a jar of formaldehyde. Uncertain what to do about the mysterious "body part," Jane asks former homicide detective Bruce Oh to see if the detached digit is connected to a crime. Meanwhile she is carting her tavern treasures down to Kankakee unaware that her hometown's darkest secrets are buried in her boxes...or that her talent for finding things will lead to a corpse, a kidnapping, and a chilling threat to those she loves most....

Facing the challenge of selling her home and beloved antique collection after her divorce, Jane Wheel finds her house sells unexpectedly fast, leaving her homeless. She returns to her hometown of Kankakee, Illinois, only to discover it has undergone significant changes, adding to her sense of displacement. This journey explores themes of loss, adaptation, and the impact of change on personal identity.