A Rare Blue Diamond. An Unsuspecting Jeweler. When a killer stalks a small beach town, no one is safe. A gemologist’s world turns upside down when she interrupts an armed robbery in her grandfather’s jewelry store. Before being rushed to the hospital, Kimberley West’s grandfather entrusts her with guarding a five-carat, flawless blue diamond. There’s just one problem: Small-town jewelers seldom deal in rare gemstones worth millions. A mysterious phone call convinces Kim the diamond is connected to the recent murder of Grandpa’s best friend. As the attacks continue, she realizes no one will be safe until she solves the mystery surrounding the diamond.. Armed only with her standard poodle, expertise in gemstone lore and insight into the human obsession with all things shiny, Kim races to outwit a thief who’s not afraid to kill. The Blue Diamond is the first book in the Jeweler’s Gemstone Mystery Series. Readers say they’ve fallen in love with the heart-warming cast of characters, savored the interwoven gemstone legends and lore and laughed at the antics of two precocious dogs. If you like fast-paced mysteries featuring a resourceful amateur sleuth and filled with unexpected twists, humor and a touch of romance, you'll love The Blue Diamond.

The Blue Diamond: Kimberley West Gemstone Mystery (Kimberley West Gemstone Mysteries)

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Franklin, Lynn

Crafts & Hobbies

Franklin & Franklin

An ancient ruby's trail of death Kimberley West never believed the legends that rubies protect their wearers from harm and finding the corpse of wealthy busybody Dorothy Tyson lying on the Pirate Museum's floor strengthened her conviction. The body lay amidst the shattered cases that had displayed a priceless collection of gems and jewelry – including a ruby amulet once worn into battle by the Gentleman Pirate. Was Dorothy's death the result of an interrupted burglary or was she the killer's target? When a childhood friend is accused of the murder, Kim responds to her urgent plea for help. A looming hurricane As a hurricane tracks directly toward Maryland's western shore, the body count rises. Kim fears the killer spotted a precocious child huddled near the scene of the most recent murder. When the girl disappears Kim knows she's heading directly into the path of the killer. A crumbling cliff top With winds whipping the rain horizontal, tree branches flying and Osprey Beach's fragile cliffs eroding, Kim rushes into the storm to find the missing child. In the thrilling climax, all converge on a remote cliff top. Can Kim save her friends or will the hurricane provide the perfect cover for one more murder? The Pirate's Ruby is the second book in the Jeweler’s Gemstone Mystery Series. Readers say they’ve fallen in love with the heart-warming cast of characters, savored the interwoven gemstone legends and lore and laughed at the antics of two precocious dogs. If you like fast-paced mysteries featuring a resourceful amateur sleuth and filled with unexpected twists, a touch of romance and fun, click the Buy button now

The Pirate's Ruby: Kimberley West Gemstone Mystery (Kimberley West Gemstone Mysteries)

Pets & Animal Care

EPIC AWARD FINALIST AND KINDLE BOOK AWARD SEMI-FINALISTA 60-year-old mystery. A one-of-a-kind emerald. In a small town steeped in secrets, a romantic weekend turns deadly.A college friend’s engagement gives Kimberley West the rare opportunity to dig in a private emerald mine. The fun weekend, however, quickly deteriorates when the friends stumble onto a plot fueled by revenge and greed. Events escalate and soon the sheriff pursues one of their group as a prime suspect.In true Indiana Jones fashion, Kim and her sidekick poodle uncover buried treasure – and trouble.The Carolina Emerald is the third book in the Jeweler’s Gemstone Mystery Series. Readers say they’ve fallen in love with the heart-warming cast of characters, savored the interwoven gemstone legends and lore and laughed at the antics of two precocious dogs.If you like fast-paced mysteries featuring a resourceful amateur sleuth and filled with unexpected twists, a touch of romance and fun, please click the Buy button now.

The Carolina Emerald: Jeweler's Gemstone Mystery Series #3 (Kimberley West Gemstone Mysteries)

Pack your bags, mystery lovers, we're headed to the Southwest!\nKimberley West's life takes an exciting turn when she receives a mysterious note and a rare variety of turquoise. Along with a plane ticket to Arizona, the note from a long-time friend entices Kim to join a treasure hunt.\nBut what starts as a peaceful turquoise excavation quickly turns into a dangerous game of cat and mouse. With a killer on her trail, Kim must use her wit and cunning to solve a very modern mystery involving the legendary Montezuma's Gold.\nWritten by an award-winning author, The Turquoise Treasure is a cozy mystery perfect for fans of David Rosenfelt, Kate Carlisle, and Kathi Daley. With a feisty heroine, charming characters, and a plot that will keep you guessing, this book will have you on the edge of your seat.\nKimberley West Gemstone Mystery Series: 
The Blue Diamond (book #1) 
The Pirate's Ruby (book #2) 
The Carolina Emerald (book #3) 
The Turquoise Treasure (book #4) 
What readers are saying about the series:\n“Took me back to that oh-so-delicious time when I couldn’t put a book down.” – Amazon 5-star review 
“A perfect whodunit with characters you will love and a plot that keeps you guessing until the end. Could not put it down.” – Amazon 5-star review 
“These are characters so real you want to call them up and visit. And get invited for dinner.” -- Amazon 5-star review

The Turquoise Treasure: Kimberley West Gemstone Mysteries Book 4

Molecules of the Mind: The story of the psychological discovery that changed the world

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Franklin, Jon

Mental Health