Download or read book The Pirate's Ruby: Kimberley West Gemstone Mystery Book 2 written by Lynn Franklin and published by Franklin & Franklin. This book was released on 2014-03-10 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Join gemologist Kimberley West on a thrilling adventure in The Pirate's Ruby, a cozy mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat. When thieves steal an infamous pirate's ruby amulet from Osprey Beach's new Pirate Museum, they leave behind a shattered display case and a dead busybody. Kim's long-time friend, the museum's director, quickly tops the suspect list. Armed only with her standard poodle and her expertise in gemstone lore, Kim sets out to clear her friend's name and unravel the mystery of a ruby with a deadly past. As she delves deeper, she must confront the bully from her childhood, dodge treasure hunters, and navigate small-town politics. When a child disappears during a hurricane, Kim races to save her before the killer strikes again. Written by an award-winning author, The Pirate's Ruby weaves together ruby legend and lore into a fast-paced whodunit with a feisty heroine, charming characters and humor. Whether you're a fan of David Rosenfelt, Kate Carlisle, or Kathi Daley, this book is sure to be a hit. Kimberley 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: “Took me back to that oh-so-delicious time when I couldn’t put a book down.”– 5-star review "Wonderful series! Warm, funny and just delightful!" – 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.” – 5-star review “These are characters so real you want to call them up and visit. And get invited for dinner.” – 5-star review "Perfect reading for these very imperfect times." 5-star review