Diamond

In Jessie Keane's gripping crime novel, a young girl flees her oppressive gangland family in London, rebranding herself as 'Diamond Dupree' in pursuit of a new life as an artist's model in Paris. However, her dreams are dashed as she faces harsh realities, leading her back to London after World War I where she reintegrates into her family's criminal empire. As she rises to power as a feared gangland queen, her tumultuous past resurfaces, bringing danger and unexpected romance when she encounters Jacob Dunne, a scion of an aristocratic family. This captivating tale intertwines themes of resilience and retribution against the backdrop of gripping historical crime.