The Diamond Smuggler.
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"In the wake of a shattered romance and a career setback, 28-year-old Jessica Carter returns to her quaint coastal hometown in search of rediscovery. But when she meets an enigmatic stranger at her new job, her life takes a dramatic turn.
Meanwhile, Detective James Evans is embroiled in a deadly investigation: a string of murders linked to the ruthless Russian mafia in the city. As the body count rises, Evans finds himself torn between justice and his own personal demons.
As Jessica navigates the complexities of her newfound life, she unwittingly becomes entangled in a web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy everything she holds dear. And though Evans' investigation seems worlds away, the ripple effects of his case may ultimately prove to be Jessica's only hope for survival - or her deadliest trap."
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