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Diamond King
An international art thief. A mysterious series of thefts and murders. An FBI agent’s career hangs in the balance.
FBI Agent Kate Walsh has been called to Washington D.C. to testify before Congress about her actions in a previous case. The accusations could be career ending and she has much to prove. When the international art thief known as the Phantom is thought to have struck in D.C. just miles away, Kate feels betrayed and angry.
She thought she had formed a bond with him and now he’s striking on her home turf. Kate is forced to bring him to justice if she has any hope of salvaging her job and her reputation. There’s just one catch – the crimes don’t feel like the Phantom’s. And there are facts about him only Kate knows.
The deeper she gets into the case, the more Kate thinks something else is at play. The evidence just isn’t adding up. Finding the Phantom could prove impossible and convincing him to help her might end her career. Can Kate get him to come out of the shadows or has she been so comprised by the relationship she can’t see the truth in front of her?
If you like riveting crime fiction and the thrill of the chase, read Diamond King as a standalone or as book #7 in the FBI Agent Kate Walsh Thriller series.
While this is a standalone mystery, a reoccurring character’s backstory is better understood reading the free novella “The Curators” and then Book #6 “Close Killer” first. This is not necessary, and no previous spoilers are given away by reading Diamond Killer before the others. Some readers just prefer it.
FBI Agent Kate Walsh has been called to Washington D.C. to testify before Congress about her actions in a previous case. The accusations could be career ending and she has much to prove. When the international art thief known as the Phantom is thought to have struck in D.C. just miles away, Kate feels betrayed and angry.
She thought she had formed a bond with him and now he’s striking on her home turf. Kate is forced to bring him to justice if she has any hope of salvaging her job and her reputation. There’s just one catch – the crimes don’t feel like the Phantom’s. And there are facts about him only Kate knows.
The deeper she gets into the case, the more Kate thinks something else is at play. The evidence just isn’t adding up. Finding the Phantom could prove impossible and convincing him to help her might end her career. Can Kate get him to come out of the shadows or has she been so comprised by the relationship she can’t see the truth in front of her?
If you like riveting crime fiction and the thrill of the chase, read Diamond King as a standalone or as book #7 in the FBI Agent Kate Walsh Thriller series.
While this is a standalone mystery, a reoccurring character’s backstory is better understood reading the free novella “The Curators” and then Book #6 “Close Killer” first. This is not necessary, and no previous spoilers are given away by reading Diamond Killer before the others. Some readers just prefer it.
328 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 3, 2024
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About the author
Stacy M. Jones
45 books146 followersStacy M. Jones is a criminologist turned crime novelist whose thrillers pulse with a realism that only decades working with law enforcement can bring. That firsthand experience fuels her fiction, stories rooted in authentic criminal psychology, human complexity, and high-stakes emotion.
Since 2018, Stacy has written four series, ranging from gritty FBI thrillers and hard-boiled private eye mysteries to her lighter paranormal cozy series. Her series include the completed cozy paranormal Harper & Hattie Magical Mystery Series, the completed hard-boiled PI Riley Sullivan Mystery Series, the FBI Agent Kate Walsh Thriller Series and the new Connor Fitzgerald Thriller series.
Stacy holds master’s degrees in forensic psychology and journalism and for now calls Little Rock, Arkansas home,though her storytelling always carries a trace of her upstate New York roots.
To join Stacy's Mystery Readers Club & access her Starter Library, which includes three novellas - "Harper's Folly", "The 1922 Club Murder" and "The Curators" - hit subscribe at http://www.stacymjones.com/
Since 2018, Stacy has written four series, ranging from gritty FBI thrillers and hard-boiled private eye mysteries to her lighter paranormal cozy series. Her series include the completed cozy paranormal Harper & Hattie Magical Mystery Series, the completed hard-boiled PI Riley Sullivan Mystery Series, the FBI Agent Kate Walsh Thriller Series and the new Connor Fitzgerald Thriller series.
Stacy holds master’s degrees in forensic psychology and journalism and for now calls Little Rock, Arkansas home,though her storytelling always carries a trace of her upstate New York roots.
To join Stacy's Mystery Readers Club & access her Starter Library, which includes three novellas - "Harper's Folly", "The 1922 Club Murder" and "The Curators" - hit subscribe at http://www.stacymjones.com/
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February 4, 2024
This is such a good series! In some ways there’s more of a romance aspect in this series than in Stacy M. Jones’ other series. It’s more descriptive in this one anyway and that isn’t a bad thing - just something to note. Kate and Declan’s relationship blends friendship, a solid working partnership and their evolving romantic relationship. The art theft investigation in this installment brings back Leo, an art thief known as the Phantom. He and Kate have a connection, which brings added tension both personally and professionally for Kate and by extension for Declan. The storyline is engrossing, holding your interest to the final conclusion!
February 4, 2024
This was a breathtaking read. I love the series and the characters. We are back in the world of art theft bringing The Phantom back into the lives of Kate and Declan.
Following on from events in the last book, the story begins with Kate in the firing line at a Senate hearing into the team's activities in that case. When a valuable painting is stolen from a museum and there are fataiities, Kate is instructed that her job is on the line if she doesn't find The Phantom and solve these crimes.
The pace is relentless throughout as Kate and Declan try to get to the bottom of things. The curveball that is thrown later in the book totally wrongfooted me and the intriguing ending sets things up nicely for future books which can't come soon enough.
Following on from events in the last book, the story begins with Kate in the firing line at a Senate hearing into the team's activities in that case. When a valuable painting is stolen from a museum and there are fataiities, Kate is instructed that her job is on the line if she doesn't find The Phantom and solve these crimes.
The pace is relentless throughout as Kate and Declan try to get to the bottom of things. The curveball that is thrown later in the book totally wrongfooted me and the intriguing ending sets things up nicely for future books which can't come soon enough.
February 4, 2024
Another Kate Walsh riveting thriller! Kate and Declan are once again involved in the world of art thefts and the bodies are also piling up. Not to mention throwing into the mix the international art thief known as the Phantom. This is a thoroughly enjoyable read with a wonderful interplay between the main characters and seemingly unsolvable art thefts that really test the abilities of Kate and her partner Declan.
February 4, 2024
This addition to the Kate and Declan mystery series is amazing Kate and declan has senate breathing down their back and to add to the stress they r assign the break in and stolen merchandise at the museum Twist and turns and the Phantom showing up make this book so much fun and entertaining don’t miss this new adventure
February 6, 2024
She is in trouble and having to answer questions about a previous case when thefts are reported. At first it points its finger at one man but she does not believe he is behind it all. Things will get even more complicated as she knows he is not behind them. Can she get the right person? Will she save her career? See how she gets in
February 9, 2024
A series that gets better & better & better! This book seals a relationship, flaunts another, and brings both together in an unexpected twist. All the while spinning a web with an art heist, murders, hidden codes…the list goes on and on! Is it the devil we know or the devil we don’t know?? Highly recommend any of Stacy M. Jones’s books. THIS SERIES IS EXCELLENT AND WILL NOT DISAPPOINT !
February 15, 2024
Really enjoy this series
Really enjoy the Kate Walsh series and I'm so glad she and Declan finally gave it a chance. I really like the phantom character and am glad he was given a shot instead of arrested or worse. This was a great read filled with exciting twist and turns. Can't wait for the next adventure.
Really enjoy the Kate Walsh series and I'm so glad she and Declan finally gave it a chance. I really like the phantom character and am glad he was given a shot instead of arrested or worse. This was a great read filled with exciting twist and turns. Can't wait for the next adventure.
February 19, 2024
This book is another home run. Kate and Declan take their relationship to he next level and have to find a way to solve the pro lem of Leo when a congressman challenges Kate to either catch him or Loose her job. Declan proposes bringing him on the team and the plan evolves from there to solve the new art heists and killings going on.
March 19, 2025
let’s go Leo
The author needed to expand her possible plot lines and this book will allow that. This may be my favorite in the series. The phantom is as great twist. Her before and now back in a big way. And with honor! Spoiler alert, he is here to stay and the future of the series rides on the new expanded team!
The author needed to expand her possible plot lines and this book will allow that. This may be my favorite in the series. The phantom is as great twist. Her before and now back in a big way. And with honor! Spoiler alert, he is here to stay and the future of the series rides on the new expanded team!
February 5, 2024
Every new book I read by Ms. Jones I never know what will happen or figure out the ending but I very much enjoy the ride. This story is full of surprises once again. Excellent job! I received an ARC. This is my voluntary opinion.
February 6, 2024
After a Senate hearing (nicely written), Kate and Declan are charged with solving an art theft and murders in Washington DC. The crime involves the Phantom (from previous books) but many aspects are different from his previous crimes.
A complex story
ARC review
A complex story
ARC review
February 8, 2024
Awesome!
There are not enough stars to tell how much I loved this book. I feel like it wrapped up a chapter for Kate and started a whole new one. A few twists and a lot of great writing makes this book hard to put down. I highly recommend this one as well as the others in the series.
There are not enough stars to tell how much I loved this book. I feel like it wrapped up a chapter for Kate and started a whole new one. A few twists and a lot of great writing makes this book hard to put down. I highly recommend this one as well as the others in the series.
February 15, 2024
Great addition to the series
This novel is full of action & twists. It’s a great thriller and an excellent continuation of the series- the characters continue to be well developed and interesting.
This novel is full of action & twists. It’s a great thriller and an excellent continuation of the series- the characters continue to be well developed and interesting.
February 27, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 - OMGOSH!!!!! This book was AWESOME!!! Kate and Declan are on the hunt for an Art Thief in Washington, DC. Is the thief the notorious “Phantom” or someone else? Things get crazy, as usual.
LOVE this series!!!!!
LOVE this series!!!!!
April 20, 2024
Excellent storytelling!
This book, as well as the rest of the series, was able to keep my interest throughout. The characters and the plotting are well-rounded and full of suspense. Highly recommend this author!
This book, as well as the rest of the series, was able to keep my interest throughout. The characters and the plotting are well-rounded and full of suspense. Highly recommend this author!
May 24, 2025
This is the 7th in a series about 2 FBI agents who usually are after serial killers but get pulled into an art heist because the thief’s murders 2 guards. Like these series when I don’t want to think! Already know the characters.
February 17, 2024
As always a riveting story line. One of those books you hate to put down but you also hate when it ends.
May 24, 2024
Awesome
Fantastic series, hoping there will be more to follow. Absolutely love Kate Walsh and Declan James. Thank you very much
Fantastic series, hoping there will be more to follow. Absolutely love Kate Walsh and Declan James. Thank you very much
June 7, 2024
End of Phantom
I always wanted to read more about the Curators, but didn't expect this twist. Not a bad idea to bring the Phantom to the legitimate world. But will the team survive?
I always wanted to read more about the Curators, but didn't expect this twist. Not a bad idea to bring the Phantom to the legitimate world. But will the team survive?
October 10, 2024
Great book
These get better with every book. Kate & Declan make a great team. It was interesting how Leo has been brought into the team. Can't wait to see where the stories go next.
These get better with every book. Kate & Declan make a great team. It was interesting how Leo has been brought into the team. Can't wait to see where the stories go next.
May 24, 2025
Art History and the Nazi Party
Very interesting to learn about Art history and the role of the Nazi Party and their extensive stealing of
Art
Very interesting to learn about Art history and the role of the Nazi Party and their extensive stealing of
Art
February 4, 2024
I received an ARC and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
The story begins with Declan and Kate in D.C. where they are appearing at a Senate hearing. Kate is the last one and she is told that if she wants to keep her job, she needs to arrest "the Phantom". It seems that a museum was broken into and a picture was stolen with all the clues showing "the Phantom" was responsible. Kaye and Declan are assigned the case which is new to them. As they began their investigation, they learn that a business card for the Phantom was left at the scene. They later learned that a King of Diamonds was also found. While they were working on this case, another museum was hit and the same evidence was found there. Kate had doubts that the person known as "the Phantom" was responsible. At both scenes guards were killed and the Phantom in all of his activity had never hurt anybody.
Kate had a relationship with "the Phantom" from when she was kidnapped in Paris as well as on their last case when he saved her life. A way was developed where the Phantom would come to DX.C., but not under arrest to help them solve the cases where the pictures were stolen.
The book is a definite read and will provide all of the answers who was responsible for the killings when the art was stolen, what did they plan that would eventually capture the culprits and who the Phantom really was. As I said, don't miss out on this book.
The story begins with Declan and Kate in D.C. where they are appearing at a Senate hearing. Kate is the last one and she is told that if she wants to keep her job, she needs to arrest "the Phantom". It seems that a museum was broken into and a picture was stolen with all the clues showing "the Phantom" was responsible. Kaye and Declan are assigned the case which is new to them. As they began their investigation, they learn that a business card for the Phantom was left at the scene. They later learned that a King of Diamonds was also found. While they were working on this case, another museum was hit and the same evidence was found there. Kate had doubts that the person known as "the Phantom" was responsible. At both scenes guards were killed and the Phantom in all of his activity had never hurt anybody.
Kate had a relationship with "the Phantom" from when she was kidnapped in Paris as well as on their last case when he saved her life. A way was developed where the Phantom would come to DX.C., but not under arrest to help them solve the cases where the pictures were stolen.
The book is a definite read and will provide all of the answers who was responsible for the killings when the art was stolen, what did they plan that would eventually capture the culprits and who the Phantom really was. As I said, don't miss out on this book.
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