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Also by Jessica Peterson:

The Undercover Scoundrel, June 2015
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The Millionaire Rogue, January 2015
Paperback / e-Book
The Gentleman Jewel Thief, July 2014
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The Gentleman Jewel Thief
Jessica Peterson

Hope Diamond Trilogy #1
Berkley
July 2014
On Sale: July 1, 2014
Featuring: Lady Violet Rutledge; Lord William Townshend
ISBN: 0425272079
EAN: 9780425272077
Kindle: B00HDMS2G2
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Romance Historical

Heir to an impressive title and fortune, Lord William Townshend, Earl of Harclay, is among the most disreputable rakes in England. Desperately bored by dull heiresses and tedious soirees, he seeks new excitement—with a dangerous scheme to steal the world’s most legendary gemstone from its owner, Thomas Hope. To his surprise, however, it’s not the robbery that sets his blood burning but the alluring lady from whom he pilfers the gem. A string of bad luck has left the fate of Lady Violet Rutledge’s estate entirely in Hope’s scheming hands. So when his prized jewel disappears from around her neck, she has no choice but to track down the villain responsible for the theft. Only Harclay has his sights set on taking more from her than the necklace—and she’s tempted to surrender anything he desires… Now, caught in a thrilling game of secrecy and seduction, Violet must find a way to protect her fortune—and her heart—before she loses both forever…

Hope Diamond

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24 comments posted.

Re: The Gentleman Jewel Thief

Excited to enter the contest. Thanks for your work!
(Valerie Ford 12:52pm December 10, 2014)

Love this cover and looking forward to reading this book! Thanks for the great giveaway!!
(Bonnie Capuano 8:05am December 10, 2014)

Sounds like a good book, and would love to read. Thanks for the contest.
(Vera Wilson 9:48am December 10, 2014)

Thanks, ladies, for stopping by! So fun chatting here at FreshFiction.
(Jessica Peterson 9:49am December 10, 2014)

I think I prefer my History with some romance and adventure
thrown in!! You sure caught my attention when you mentioned
the Hope diamond, because I remember reading about it when I
was growing up, too!! Since you've always had a love for
that particular stone, I'm sure that you put a lot of love
into the trilogy you wrote as well!! I can't wait to read
it, and have put it on my TBR list. I can't wait to hunker
down with the first part this upcoming Winter, with a cup of
hot cocoa, and one of my kitties, as the snow starts to fly.
It should make for some great reading, and break up some of
the monotony from my reading list. I love the cover to your
book as well!! Have a great Christmas and New Year!!
(Peggy Roberson 10:28am December 10, 2014)

Merry Christmas!
(Rachel Collings 10:32am December 10, 2014)

This looks likes a fun and interesting book to read!
(Glenda Hefty 5:54pm December 10, 2014)

Love history and this sounds like a good one.
(Leona Olson 7:47pm December 10, 2014)

I do read history and historical romance. When it is
combined, a few authors are able to do this, it is great.
I do think that if you have the talent to write it should
be explored fully. I am not good at writing so I stick
to reading them. Congrats on your books and best wishes.
Happy Holidays.
(Tina Ullrich 10:48pm December 10, 2014)

What an interesting story line. I love the Historical, Regency period, spy novels set in this time, & stories written with a bit of true facts in them. Now you have added another avenue for me to explore. So what lies around the next corner? This sounds like a can't put it down til it's done kinda book! Here's 'Hope' for it's great success! Best of the Holiday Season to you and yours!
(S W 11:47pm December 10, 2014)

Love how you tied a real event to your HOPE DIAMOND series.

Thanks for sharing the background to your books.

I too liked the movie THE THOMAS CROWN AFFAIR. Great acting and a fascinating thrilling storyline.

I'd love to read your take on this historical event.
(Laurie Gommermann 10:58am December 11, 2014)

Thanks for the giveaway. Looking forward to reading your book.
(Carol Woodruff 11:13am December 11, 2014)

Thanks everyone! Great comments - sounds like I'm not the only one with an
interest in all things sparkly. And yes, diamonds ARE a girl's best friend…
especially when they come with a gentleman jewel thief!!
(Jessica Peterson 11:39am December 11, 2014)

I love the simplicity of the gown on the cover and the cover itself. Imagine
making such a gown by hand, on stitch at a time.
(Sandra Spilecki 11:58am December 11, 2014)

Thank you for chance. And i love this cover.
(Raeline Peterson 1:31pm December 11, 2014)

I hope I win!
(Susan Mahaffey 10:52pm December 11, 2014)

I love historical romances. That yours has some real
history mixed into to it will just make it more
interesting. Thanks for the chance to win it, I'm
definitely looking forward to reading it.
(Lisa White 12:13pm December 12, 2014)

I love contests and Regency books. Hope I Winn.
(Suzanne Dye 7:50am December 12, 2014)

Love Diamonds...love your books Jessica...and can't wait to read this book! Thanks for the great giveaway!!
(Bonnie Capuano 8:32am December 12, 2014)

Thanks for the contest. The Gentleman Jewel Thief sounds like a delightful combination of history and romance.
(Anna Speed 1:56pm December 12, 2014)

Who doesn't love a rake?! I can't wait to read The Gentleman Jewel Thief and
thank you so much for giving us this great contest!
(Shelly Ash 3:10pm December 12, 2014)

I love sparklers! This sounds like a fun mixture of history,
romance & adventure!
(Diane Sallans 8:39pm December 12, 2014)

Interesting plot
(Susan Jang 9:34pm December 12, 2014)

Very fascinating history of the Hope Diamond. Sounds like a
great series!
(Janie McGaugh 12:09pm December 13, 2014)