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Manhattan jewelry designer Lexy Drake knew the warning signs even as she was tempted to have a fling. Charles Pendegraff III was too rich, too good-looking—and light-fingered. He stole the mysterious Isabella Emeralds from right under her nose—along with stealing her heart.Rule #1 for Charlie: never have a fling with your "mark." But Lexy was so hot—and the jewels even hotter, judging by the sudden interest from far too many people. Charlie had to convince Lexy he'd been framed. And that all the times they'd spent burning up the bedsheets were not just stolen nights!
A Manhattan jewelry designer finds herself entangled with a charming thief who steals both her heart and a priceless emerald necklace. Lexy Drake, a talented designer, is drawn to the enigmatic Charles Pendegraff III, a man whose allure is matched only by his criminal tendencies. When the Isabella Emeralds vanish under her nose, and Charlie is implicated, Lexy must navigate a dangerous world of deception and desire. Charlie, bound by his own code, must prove his innocence and convince Lexy that their passionate encounters were genuine, not just part of a con.
This novel appears to blend romantic suspense with a touch of crime, suggesting a fast-paced narrative driven by both emotional connection and thrilling plot developments. The premise sets up a classic conflict between attraction and suspicion, likely appealing to readers who enjoy stories with high stakes and passionate relationships. The focus on a jewelry heist and a potentially framed protagonist points towards a plot filled with intrigue and unexpected twists. The author's handling of the romantic element alongside the suspense will likely determine the overall reader experience, aiming for a balance of heat and intrigue.
Page Count:
216
Publication Date:
2010-01-01
ISBN-10:
0373795300
ISBN-13:
9780373795307
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