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Diamond #2
Rough Diamonds
The brand new action-packed gangland thriller from Gillian Godden!Flawed, tough, unbreakable.... In the aftermath of her husband's shocking murder, Patsy Diamond wants answers. Who was Nick really? Where is all his money? And who killed the man she once loved? Patsy knows exactly who to go to first - Nick's pregnant mistress, Natasha. Natasha might seem young and innocent, but Patsy's certain the girl is hiding something. And the only way to find out what is to keep Natasha close and make her part of the Diamond family. With the two women forming an unlikely bond, they begin to dig deeper into Nick's secret life and discover things that shock...and terrify them. Because Nick Diamond played a deadly game and if the women in his life want payback, then they are going to have to follow his rules - or break them and make their own. But the strongest diamonds are created under pressure and these women are no exception... Don't miss this brilliant new gangland story from Gillian Godden - guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat! Perfect for fans of Kimberley Chambers, Heather Atkinson and Caz Finlay.
332 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 2, 2022
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About the author
Gillian Godden
23 books96 followersHello fellow readers. My name is Gillian Godden and i write Gangland crime books. currently published by Boldwood Publishers. i have written many different series on the subject, so if this is your genre please check them out. originally born in London, i now live in Yorkshire. i also work for the NHS.
When I come home I like to wind down and writing is my escape from the mental stresses of my day. My job is not a 9 to 5 job and I work to support my patients when they need me so my days can be long. i enjoy hearing from and meeting readers of my books. just knowing someone out there is reading my books is a bonus ;}
Take a look at my websites and hopefully join my author page for updates on forth coming books.
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When I come home I like to wind down and writing is my escape from the mental stresses of my day. My job is not a 9 to 5 job and I work to support my patients when they need me so my days can be long. i enjoy hearing from and meeting readers of my books. just knowing someone out there is reading my books is a bonus ;}
Take a look at my websites and hopefully join my author page for updates on forth coming books.
amazon.com/author/gilliangodden
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July 19, 2022
Everyone is back, the Diamonds are in place and we have another gritty action packed book from Gillian Godden
There are secrets to uncover, rights to be wronged, lies to be told and folk to fool and at the forefront of all this is the ice queen Patsy Diamond, still reeling from her husbands murder and the news he was to be a dad…..courtesy of another woman
An enemy of my enemy is my friend certainly comes into play and a fair few people think they are playing blinders….no one fools Patsy though and she intends to win,at any cost
All the characters are written brilliantly,Beryl again being my favourite but you can imagine them all in detail,all have their own personalities and Larry the Solicitor certainly surprises?,
Packed with drama and gangland terror this is a must for the authors fans and also readers new to her writing
9/10
5 Stars
There are secrets to uncover, rights to be wronged, lies to be told and folk to fool and at the forefront of all this is the ice queen Patsy Diamond, still reeling from her husbands murder and the news he was to be a dad…..courtesy of another woman
An enemy of my enemy is my friend certainly comes into play and a fair few people think they are playing blinders….no one fools Patsy though and she intends to win,at any cost
All the characters are written brilliantly,Beryl again being my favourite but you can imagine them all in detail,all have their own personalities and Larry the Solicitor certainly surprises?,
Packed with drama and gangland terror this is a must for the authors fans and also readers new to her writing
9/10
5 Stars
July 30, 2022
In the aftermath of her husband's shocking murder, Patsy Diamond wants answers. Who was Nick really? Natasha might seem young and innocent, but Patsy is certain the girl is hiding something. The two women form an unlikely bond, they begin to dig deeper into Nick's secret life. But Nick Diamond played a deadly game and the women in his life want payback.
This is the second book featuring the Diamond family, and what a fantastic read this book is. Now that Nick is dead, the women in his life want answers and they will stop at nothing to get them. There is some evil characters and they are well portrayed. This is one gripping, gritty, well written edge of your seat read. I was pulled in by the first page. All the characters from the first book, Diamond Geezer, are back and they all have their parts to play. I never knew what was going to happen next. This is just the second book that I've read by the author but they won't be my last.
I would like to thank #NetGalley #BoldwoodBooks and the author #GillianGodden for my ARC of #RoughDiamonds in exchange for an honest review.
This is the second book featuring the Diamond family, and what a fantastic read this book is. Now that Nick is dead, the women in his life want answers and they will stop at nothing to get them. There is some evil characters and they are well portrayed. This is one gripping, gritty, well written edge of your seat read. I was pulled in by the first page. All the characters from the first book, Diamond Geezer, are back and they all have their parts to play. I never knew what was going to happen next. This is just the second book that I've read by the author but they won't be my last.
I would like to thank #NetGalley #BoldwoodBooks and the author #GillianGodden for my ARC of #RoughDiamonds in exchange for an honest review.
August 3, 2022
Gangland crime. It truly is one of my favourite kind of thrillers. This means of course when I see there is a blog tour announced for such a book, my fingers cannot hold still. I just have to read it. I feel like a piece of metal attracted by this huge magnet. 😉 I am lost.
This author is a new one to me. I know I should feel ashamed, but who does not know it: so many books and so little time? Exactly. I am part of that gang too (pun intended). 😉
So I am a novice in Gillian Godden land and I was curious to find out if it would be a place to be and more important to stay for me. Other people can gush about books or authors and why not. I am always intrigued to find out what is so amazing and if I am about to gush about them in the future too. Will I or will I not join the fan club?
Apparently it’s the second book of the series, Diamond Geezer being the first one. I don’t mind not starting with the first book. The author gave some little snippets of information where needed allowing a reader like me, to be able to follow what went on in the past. The details given are just enough to make you curious about the previous book too, wanting to devour it as well. Nice 😉
Nick is out of the picture, killed by (did you honestly think I was going to reveal that?! Lol) someone. Patsy, his wife, is left behind with more questions than answers and she is determined to find out everything she wants to know. And that is a lot, because she realises she did not know her husband at all.
She is not the only one who is seeking answers, but the baddies think she knows it all. Patsy has to watch her back whilst on the quest and she does have a strange bunch of allies. And allies are there to have your back and for you to depend on, right…
It’s true Patsy did not know Nick at all, but I wonder would Nick (if he still could do so) have sworn he knew his wife?
Good story and I am looking forward to the next book. 4 stars
Thank you
This author is a new one to me. I know I should feel ashamed, but who does not know it: so many books and so little time? Exactly. I am part of that gang too (pun intended). 😉
So I am a novice in Gillian Godden land and I was curious to find out if it would be a place to be and more important to stay for me. Other people can gush about books or authors and why not. I am always intrigued to find out what is so amazing and if I am about to gush about them in the future too. Will I or will I not join the fan club?
Apparently it’s the second book of the series, Diamond Geezer being the first one. I don’t mind not starting with the first book. The author gave some little snippets of information where needed allowing a reader like me, to be able to follow what went on in the past. The details given are just enough to make you curious about the previous book too, wanting to devour it as well. Nice 😉
Nick is out of the picture, killed by (did you honestly think I was going to reveal that?! Lol) someone. Patsy, his wife, is left behind with more questions than answers and she is determined to find out everything she wants to know. And that is a lot, because she realises she did not know her husband at all.
She is not the only one who is seeking answers, but the baddies think she knows it all. Patsy has to watch her back whilst on the quest and she does have a strange bunch of allies. And allies are there to have your back and for you to depend on, right…
It’s true Patsy did not know Nick at all, but I wonder would Nick (if he still could do so) have sworn he knew his wife?
Good story and I am looking forward to the next book. 4 stars
Thank you
July 24, 2022
This is the latest book in the series that focuses on the Diamond Family. Nick Diamond has been shot, and the repercussions of his death are far-reaching. SOme will be pleased that he is gone, others though see an opportunity to take over his patch.
This latest in the series see's the focus change to the women in the Diamond family, Mother - Victoria, Wife - Pasty, Mistress - Natasha and those who are close to the family who live in one of the rougher parts of Scotland.
Pasty is threatened and she starts to realise that there was more to her husband's activities than just him being a solicitor and money launderer. She discovers that her husband Nick had more underworld business dealings than she had ever realised. Splitting her time between London and Scotland, Patsy desperately tries to discover the truth and where Nick had hidden the large amount of money that is missing.
Seeing the Diamoinf women step up and take charge was something that I really liked. The author didn't change their characters at all but instead made them determined. It would have been easy to toughen them up, but this is not who they are. Now don't get me wrong, they are not people to be taken advantage of and they do have a bite, so the author does just enough to give them what they can deal with at the right time.
While Patsy doesn't come across as likeable, her character is determined, and she really isn't a woman to be messed with. She has made decisions and will act on them, who they will benefit in the long run though, well we will have to wait and see.
While this is the next book in the series, it is also one that marks a new chapter in the Diamond family. New contacts, friendships and business partners are needed but who to trust to watch your back is something that you will discover as the story unfolds.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, it is one for those who like their crime thrillers with a gang-style kick to it, brutal at times but very addictive reading. It is one I would definitely recommend.
This latest in the series see's the focus change to the women in the Diamond family, Mother - Victoria, Wife - Pasty, Mistress - Natasha and those who are close to the family who live in one of the rougher parts of Scotland.
Pasty is threatened and she starts to realise that there was more to her husband's activities than just him being a solicitor and money launderer. She discovers that her husband Nick had more underworld business dealings than she had ever realised. Splitting her time between London and Scotland, Patsy desperately tries to discover the truth and where Nick had hidden the large amount of money that is missing.
Seeing the Diamoinf women step up and take charge was something that I really liked. The author didn't change their characters at all but instead made them determined. It would have been easy to toughen them up, but this is not who they are. Now don't get me wrong, they are not people to be taken advantage of and they do have a bite, so the author does just enough to give them what they can deal with at the right time.
While Patsy doesn't come across as likeable, her character is determined, and she really isn't a woman to be messed with. She has made decisions and will act on them, who they will benefit in the long run though, well we will have to wait and see.
While this is the next book in the series, it is also one that marks a new chapter in the Diamond family. New contacts, friendships and business partners are needed but who to trust to watch your back is something that you will discover as the story unfolds.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, it is one for those who like their crime thrillers with a gang-style kick to it, brutal at times but very addictive reading. It is one I would definitely recommend.
August 5, 2022
Whenever I hear Gillian Godden has brought out a new gangland thriller, I clear my diary and prepare to lose myself in her habitual writing style's dark, intense atmosphere.
'Rough Diamonds' is the sequel to 'Diamond Geezer' but can still be read as a standalone. As with all follow-ons, it is always helpful to read the previous instalments to get the history and relevance of the characters' dynamics, but it's not essential - which is another reason why I am a massive fan of this author.
The early chapters are gripping, and I inhaled the new connections between Pasty and Natasha. The captivating, fascinating and powerful bond between these main characters makes this fast-paced read hard to put down. When the wife and the mistress collide, you already know it will explode; however, when they work together, the absolute truth about Nick Diamond is finally exposed.
Pages of plot twists, revelations of secrets and hidden deceit make for an exciting, dramatic and entertaining conclusion.
'Rough Diamonds' is highly recommended and is available now!
Thank you, NetGalley, and Boldwood Books, for a gifted copy. All opinions are my own.
'Rough Diamonds' is the sequel to 'Diamond Geezer' but can still be read as a standalone. As with all follow-ons, it is always helpful to read the previous instalments to get the history and relevance of the characters' dynamics, but it's not essential - which is another reason why I am a massive fan of this author.
The early chapters are gripping, and I inhaled the new connections between Pasty and Natasha. The captivating, fascinating and powerful bond between these main characters makes this fast-paced read hard to put down. When the wife and the mistress collide, you already know it will explode; however, when they work together, the absolute truth about Nick Diamond is finally exposed.
Pages of plot twists, revelations of secrets and hidden deceit make for an exciting, dramatic and entertaining conclusion.
'Rough Diamonds' is highly recommended and is available now!
Thank you, NetGalley, and Boldwood Books, for a gifted copy. All opinions are my own.
October 24, 2022
Gillian Godden is back with a heart-pounding gangland thriller about strong women, high stakes and dangerous deceptions: Rough Diamonds.
Patsy Diamond’s husband has just been brutally murdered and she wants answers. Patsy isn’t going to rest until she finds out what really happened to Nick and she knows just where to start digging for the truth: her husband’s pregnant mistress, Natasha. Patsy is sure that Natasha could lead her to uncovering all of Nick’s secrets, but she knows that she must be careful and tread carefully because although her late husband’s mistress is young, she is far from innocent!
Patsy can tell from the very second she sees her that Natasha is hiding something from her. Patsy has got enough enemies to contend with and she needs Natasha to stay in her corner – even if it means keeping her close and welcoming her into the family. As an unlikely bond between the two women is formed, they begin to dig deeper into the life of the one man who united them and what they discover chills them to the bone. Just who was Nick Diamond? What was he mixed up in? And will his dodgy schemes end up putting both Patsy and Natasha in danger?
The two women want payback and they will stop at nothing to get it, but they are not going to let any man call the shots because this time around, they are going to play by their own rules.
Gillian Godden’s exhilarating gangland thrillers make every single hair at the back of your neck stand on end. High octane, brilliantly atmospheric and full of twists and turns, her thrillers keep readers hooked from beginning to end and Rough Diamonds is certainly no different. Bursting with menace, jeopardy and foreboding, Rough Diamonds is a top-notch chiller with characters that leap off the pages, non-stop action and shocks and surprises aplenty.
Gritty, gripping and so entertaining, gangland thriller fans will love Gillian Godden’s latest Rough Diamonds.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Patsy Diamond’s husband has just been brutally murdered and she wants answers. Patsy isn’t going to rest until she finds out what really happened to Nick and she knows just where to start digging for the truth: her husband’s pregnant mistress, Natasha. Patsy is sure that Natasha could lead her to uncovering all of Nick’s secrets, but she knows that she must be careful and tread carefully because although her late husband’s mistress is young, she is far from innocent!
Patsy can tell from the very second she sees her that Natasha is hiding something from her. Patsy has got enough enemies to contend with and she needs Natasha to stay in her corner – even if it means keeping her close and welcoming her into the family. As an unlikely bond between the two women is formed, they begin to dig deeper into the life of the one man who united them and what they discover chills them to the bone. Just who was Nick Diamond? What was he mixed up in? And will his dodgy schemes end up putting both Patsy and Natasha in danger?
The two women want payback and they will stop at nothing to get it, but they are not going to let any man call the shots because this time around, they are going to play by their own rules.
Gillian Godden’s exhilarating gangland thrillers make every single hair at the back of your neck stand on end. High octane, brilliantly atmospheric and full of twists and turns, her thrillers keep readers hooked from beginning to end and Rough Diamonds is certainly no different. Bursting with menace, jeopardy and foreboding, Rough Diamonds is a top-notch chiller with characters that leap off the pages, non-stop action and shocks and surprises aplenty.
Gritty, gripping and so entertaining, gangland thriller fans will love Gillian Godden’s latest Rough Diamonds.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
June 30, 2025
“Flawed, tough, unbreakable….”
Rough Diamonds is a gritty and enthralling read that I couldn’t tear myself away from! Completely hooked right from the outset, the pages just turned themselves and I raced through it in one sitting. I was actually disappointed when I had finished it as I was enjoying it so much!
Godden takes the reader back into the lives of the Diamond family where the tale picks up in the aftermath of Nick Diamonds death. For his widow Patsy, she is on the hunt for answers and soon begin’s to realise she really didn’t know Nick at all. What follows is a thrilling ride full or secrets and lies and I loved uncovering them all.
I love strong females in these types of stories and Patsy definitely kicks you know what! Perfectly imperfect, she really is a force to be reckoned with and she is such a brilliant character. The other players, good and bad, played out there roles well and make the story all the better.
Flawless writing kept me engaged, it’s plot twists had me on the edge of my seat and it’s outcome has left me wanting more! An addictive and entertaining read, I can’t recommend Rough Diamonds highly enough!
Rough Diamonds is a gritty and enthralling read that I couldn’t tear myself away from! Completely hooked right from the outset, the pages just turned themselves and I raced through it in one sitting. I was actually disappointed when I had finished it as I was enjoying it so much!
Godden takes the reader back into the lives of the Diamond family where the tale picks up in the aftermath of Nick Diamonds death. For his widow Patsy, she is on the hunt for answers and soon begin’s to realise she really didn’t know Nick at all. What follows is a thrilling ride full or secrets and lies and I loved uncovering them all.
I love strong females in these types of stories and Patsy definitely kicks you know what! Perfectly imperfect, she really is a force to be reckoned with and she is such a brilliant character. The other players, good and bad, played out there roles well and make the story all the better.
Flawless writing kept me engaged, it’s plot twists had me on the edge of my seat and it’s outcome has left me wanting more! An addictive and entertaining read, I can’t recommend Rough Diamonds highly enough!
October 4, 2022
Rough Diamonds by Gillian Godden.
In the aftermath of her husband’s shocking murder, Patsy Diamond wants answers. Who was Nick really? Where is all his money? And who killed the man she once loved? Patsy knows exactly who to go to first - Nick’s pregnant mistress, Natasha. Natasha might seem young and innocent, but Patsy’s certain the girl is hiding something. And the only way to find out what is to keep Natasha close and make her part of the Diamond family. With the two women forming an unlikely bond, they begin to dig deeper into Nick’s secret life and discover things that shock…and terrify them. Because Nick Diamond played a deadly game and if the women in his life want payback, then they are going to have to follow his rules – or break them and make their own. But the strongest diamonds are created under pressure and these women are no exception...
A brilliant read. I love this series. Can't wait for more from this author. 5*.
In the aftermath of her husband’s shocking murder, Patsy Diamond wants answers. Who was Nick really? Where is all his money? And who killed the man she once loved? Patsy knows exactly who to go to first - Nick’s pregnant mistress, Natasha. Natasha might seem young and innocent, but Patsy’s certain the girl is hiding something. And the only way to find out what is to keep Natasha close and make her part of the Diamond family. With the two women forming an unlikely bond, they begin to dig deeper into Nick’s secret life and discover things that shock…and terrify them. Because Nick Diamond played a deadly game and if the women in his life want payback, then they are going to have to follow his rules – or break them and make their own. But the strongest diamonds are created under pressure and these women are no exception...
A brilliant read. I love this series. Can't wait for more from this author. 5*.
September 9, 2022
WoW Rough Diamonds by Gillian Godden was another Excellent book, this was just brilliant from start to finish with great twists and turns throughout. All the characters were excellent and worked well within this book. Looking forward to Gillian's next book.
I highly recommend all of this lovely ladies books I loved it.
I highly recommend all of this lovely ladies books I loved it.
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July 16, 2022The second book in the " Diamond" triology and once again a brilliant book by Gillian Godden. The story line will have you on the edge of your seat so many twists and turns. Who did what to whom and why!!
Can't wait for the next book in this series.
Can't wait for the next book in this series.
December 15, 2022
Same as the one
Excellent, start where we left off in book one ready to carry on in book two again could not put it down excellent story line once again thank you Gillian waiting for book three. Will read some more. Len evans
Excellent, start where we left off in book one ready to carry on in book two again could not put it down excellent story line once again thank you Gillian waiting for book three. Will read some more. Len evans
August 16, 2022
Rough diamonds
What a good book. Pleny of twists in the story. Funny in places , sad in others. Really enjoyed it
What a good book. Pleny of twists in the story. Funny in places , sad in others. Really enjoyed it
August 16, 2022
Amazing
Yet another amazing read from Gillian, I couldn't put it down ! Please tell me ' The Ladies ' will continue 🙏 Thankyou.
Yet another amazing read from Gillian, I couldn't put it down ! Please tell me ' The Ladies ' will continue 🙏 Thankyou.
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January 9, 2023Very easy to put down
Too far fetched to be enjoyed storyline poor characters unrealistic not a good read at all hope others enjoyed it!
Too far fetched to be enjoyed storyline poor characters unrealistic not a good read at all hope others enjoyed it!
April 8, 2023
Fantastic
Another brilliant read from a fantastic author can't wait to read the next one .they certainly keep you interested from start to finish
Another brilliant read from a fantastic author can't wait to read the next one .they certainly keep you interested from start to finish
August 20, 2025
Excellent storytelling,
Beautifully pa we edition of this fascinating series, looking forward to the next in the series. A must for fans.
Beautifully pa we edition of this fascinating series, looking forward to the next in the series. A must for fans.
August 6, 2022
Gillian Godden has become one of my favourite authors in this genre and she's back with #RoughDiamonds which is the second instalment in the trials and tribulations of Patsy Diamonds life. In my humble opinion this was equally as good a read as the first #DiamindGeezer in fact it probably pips it a little, the duplicity of Patsy is shocking, she's absolutely determined to get to the bottom of everything.
Finding herself a widow after the murder of her husband Nick she discovers that in actual fact after all their years together she barely knew Nick. It seems like he had a whole other life, one that didn't include Patsy. Nick had seemingly been having an affair with a young girl Natasha, and to make matters worse they were going to have a baby. As if that wasn't enough on its own it appears as if all of the money has gone too.
Now I knew from the offset that Patsy would have a plan, but the cunningness left me shocked. Splitting her time between Glasgow and London becomes a steep learning curve when she learned that he had rather more dealings with the criminal underworld than she had ever realised and she needed to find it. It began with Patsy sweet talking Natasha into moving in with her, telling her that Patsy and Victoria (mother in law) will look after her and the baby when it was born.
There's a plethora of characters in #RoughDiamonds but they all have a rightful place within the story. Patsy really doesn't come across as a particularly lovable character but I have to admit that there were parts in the book where I felt sorry for her, Nick was a Solicitor with a side hustle of money laundering and that ended badly with him being shot. Natasha seemed so young and vulnerable to me, but honestly don't let that fool you she has a core of steel. You've just got to love Beryl with the knitting club, even the thought of their antics makes me smile. I have to admit the person that surprised me the most was Larry the Solicitor, watch out for that one!
I can honestly say that if you enjoy authors such as Heather Burnside, Emmy Ellis and Caz Finlay then Gillian Godden should be on you TBR list. Now I just need to wait for the next instalment in the Diamond family life.
Thanks to the author Gillian Godden, #Netgalley and Boldwood Books for my ARC. All opinions are mine and mine alone.
Finding herself a widow after the murder of her husband Nick she discovers that in actual fact after all their years together she barely knew Nick. It seems like he had a whole other life, one that didn't include Patsy. Nick had seemingly been having an affair with a young girl Natasha, and to make matters worse they were going to have a baby. As if that wasn't enough on its own it appears as if all of the money has gone too.
Now I knew from the offset that Patsy would have a plan, but the cunningness left me shocked. Splitting her time between Glasgow and London becomes a steep learning curve when she learned that he had rather more dealings with the criminal underworld than she had ever realised and she needed to find it. It began with Patsy sweet talking Natasha into moving in with her, telling her that Patsy and Victoria (mother in law) will look after her and the baby when it was born.
There's a plethora of characters in #RoughDiamonds but they all have a rightful place within the story. Patsy really doesn't come across as a particularly lovable character but I have to admit that there were parts in the book where I felt sorry for her, Nick was a Solicitor with a side hustle of money laundering and that ended badly with him being shot. Natasha seemed so young and vulnerable to me, but honestly don't let that fool you she has a core of steel. You've just got to love Beryl with the knitting club, even the thought of their antics makes me smile. I have to admit the person that surprised me the most was Larry the Solicitor, watch out for that one!
I can honestly say that if you enjoy authors such as Heather Burnside, Emmy Ellis and Caz Finlay then Gillian Godden should be on you TBR list. Now I just need to wait for the next instalment in the Diamond family life.
Thanks to the author Gillian Godden, #Netgalley and Boldwood Books for my ARC. All opinions are mine and mine alone.
August 8, 2022
Gritty Gangland really sums this book up to a T. Its starts off strong and just doesn’t stop until the last breath taking page. Patsy is one feisty woman who perhaps has bitten off more than she can chew. She was totally in the dark about her dead husbands links to the gangland underworld. She needs to find his missing money and fast before she becomes the next victim. She wants to get to the bottom of it all and doesn’t care who she uses or upsets along the way. She is just brilliant. unfortunately for her, the bad guys think she knows everything which places her in great danger.
Natasha, Nick’s pregnant mistress gets herself embroiled in everything without realising that Patsy is more than likely just using her as a means to an end. She can cry at the drop of a hat and gets the sympathy that makes her appear weak and that she knows nothing. But what does she know? Will Patsy get anything from her? Who will win in the end?
Gillian Godden has a great style that creates brilliant characters. As the pace began to pick up I found myself reading faster as though the book was just encouraging me to read quickly and find out who does what to whom. An utterly compelling read that leaves no stone unturned. There is violence a plenty and raw emotions that have you on the edge of your seat. The perfect Gangland thriller.
Natasha, Nick’s pregnant mistress gets herself embroiled in everything without realising that Patsy is more than likely just using her as a means to an end. She can cry at the drop of a hat and gets the sympathy that makes her appear weak and that she knows nothing. But what does she know? Will Patsy get anything from her? Who will win in the end?
Gillian Godden has a great style that creates brilliant characters. As the pace began to pick up I found myself reading faster as though the book was just encouraging me to read quickly and find out who does what to whom. An utterly compelling read that leaves no stone unturned. There is violence a plenty and raw emotions that have you on the edge of your seat. The perfect Gangland thriller.
August 18, 2022
This book is a follow up to Diamond Geezer.
I loved both of these books and the authors style of writing, is exactly what I like to read.
Prepared to be gripped and late nights reading !!
Look forward to
Reading more of this authors books!
I loved both of these books and the authors style of writing, is exactly what I like to read.
Prepared to be gripped and late nights reading !!
Look forward to
Reading more of this authors books!
August 14, 2022
Great story, lots of secrets to unfold throughout the book, gritty, violent, and full of crime.
This book is the second in the series, the rough diamonds being four women their lives and how some of them live on a crime drug-filled estate in Scotland.
Two of them were married/ in a relationship with the now-dead Nick Diamond, who was murdered by nobody knows. But as the book unfolds we discover he led two lives.
Some great characters, full of grit and sassy, and some (Beryl) with a wicked tongue.
This book is the second in the series, the rough diamonds being four women their lives and how some of them live on a crime drug-filled estate in Scotland.
Two of them were married/ in a relationship with the now-dead Nick Diamond, who was murdered by nobody knows. But as the book unfolds we discover he led two lives.
Some great characters, full of grit and sassy, and some (Beryl) with a wicked tongue.
August 11, 2022
This was a great story. I read it all in one day. It was a thrilling story line with some unexpected twists. The story was easy to follow and had a great medium pace. I really liked most of the characters who developed well throughout the book. A couple of moments in the book was a little far fetched for me but that was the authors poetic license. I did enjoy reading it and connected well enough with the story and characters. It just didn't blow my mind or make me engrossed in this novel. I think this book would be really good for die hard crime fans who like lots of female characters.
Many thanks to the author and publishers for creating an enjoyable book. That I am sure others will love more than I did.
Many thanks to the author and publishers for creating an enjoyable book. That I am sure others will love more than I did.
July 23, 2022
I feel I have to start with the negatives in this review and that is that this author does not realease a book a week. I could read these books forever and day. The kind of books that you can't wait to start but then you really don't want them to finish. If they were 10k pages in each of these books then I still don't think i could get enough of them.
Rough Diamonds is a follow on from Diamond Geezer. Which I may add was also a phenomenal read. This time around we are to spend more time with Patsy Diamond. A woman on a mission, and a womon with a mission. Wanting to figure out just who she was married to and where all his money is Patsy begins to make unlikly friends. The more she digs in to her husbands life the more she discoveres she didn't really know him. Still close to his family Patsy is trying to find answers. She isn't really bothered where these answers take her, she wants to know and will go to anylengths to find out.
This books was strong, addictive and thrilling. Not knowing what was coming next or the way the story might go, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat, biting your nails. An exciting read that once started it's difficult to stop. A true page turner.
Some superb characters the book felt new and fresh. Characters and story line are very well written and I really can't wait to read more from this author.
Gillian Godden is proving a hit in this genre and is up there with some of the best. High praise from me, and highly recommended.
Rough Diamonds is a follow on from Diamond Geezer. Which I may add was also a phenomenal read. This time around we are to spend more time with Patsy Diamond. A woman on a mission, and a womon with a mission. Wanting to figure out just who she was married to and where all his money is Patsy begins to make unlikly friends. The more she digs in to her husbands life the more she discoveres she didn't really know him. Still close to his family Patsy is trying to find answers. She isn't really bothered where these answers take her, she wants to know and will go to anylengths to find out.
This books was strong, addictive and thrilling. Not knowing what was coming next or the way the story might go, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat, biting your nails. An exciting read that once started it's difficult to stop. A true page turner.
Some superb characters the book felt new and fresh. Characters and story line are very well written and I really can't wait to read more from this author.
Gillian Godden is proving a hit in this genre and is up there with some of the best. High praise from me, and highly recommended.
August 9, 2022
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June 13, 2022
I thought book one to this series was good but this one a belter of a read it has it all. lies deceit .this author is just brilliant. Patsy Dimond has been left with a right mess. her husband was murdered. and they where still married when he was leaving her for Natasha who is having his child. Patsy wants Natasha help but she has got to get her out of prison first. Her mother in law Victoria Dimond will do everything she can to help her. but someone has it in for Patsy they want all of the undertakers business and will do anything to get it Patsy makes good friends with people that she has never been associated with before who will become like a sister. Patsy has got so no weakness and where is all her husband's money. you will laugh you will cry you will be egging Patsy on she one strong kindhearted lady but never cross her
August 4, 2022
A real page turner and I was hooked from the start! Patsy Diamond wants to know who shot her husband and why. He was a respected lawyer but also known in the underworld as the Undertaker, although many hadn’t made the connection, Set in London, Edinburgh and Glasgow, this gritty book has secrets, lies, murder, violence and suspicion, plus a little romance too! A real who is telling the truth and who should you trust.
Very strong female characters who certainly won’t be cast aside and are determined to find answers and make people pay. Patsy may look good, be well dressed and live the high life but she is no pushover.
Definitely found myself another great gangland author! Thank you to Boldwood Books and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this in exchange for an honest review.
Very strong female characters who certainly won’t be cast aside and are determined to find answers and make people pay. Patsy may look good, be well dressed and live the high life but she is no pushover.
Definitely found myself another great gangland author! Thank you to Boldwood Books and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this in exchange for an honest review.
June 25, 2022
After her husbands murder Patsy Diamond wants to know who the man she was married to really was to find out she goes to his mistress Natasha for answers.She figures the only way to keep her close is make her part of the family so with gritted teeth that's just what she does.Digging into parts of Nicks life becomes complicated and dangerous putting them and those close to them in danger.
What a great read even better than the first in the series and an ending that leaves you wanting more.
Gillian Godden is a force to be reckoned with.
Thanks to Netgalley and Boldwood Books for the ARC
What a great read even better than the first in the series and an ending that leaves you wanting more.
Gillian Godden is a force to be reckoned with.
Thanks to Netgalley and Boldwood Books for the ARC
June 30, 2022
Gillian gooden diamond series this is the second book and what a cracking read it is.fast paced full of twists and turns. Loved it highly recommended for others to read it has it all a pregnant misstress a wife who wants to find the missing money what could possibly go wrong read it to find out
July 5, 2022
What an absolute cracker of a gangster read! Patsy Diamond is back, after the murder of her husband, in this fast paced gangster thriller. it's well plotted and well written, brim full of nasty characters! If you only read one gangster thriller this year, I recommend this one. It's a 5* read from Gillian Godden. Thanks to Net Galley for my ARC.
June 18, 2022
What a Corker of a book this is had me gripped wanting to know who,what,when and where. The Diamond family are in mourning but some people just can't let things go and so we have a rollercoaster of a ride, this book is excellent well thought out with brilliant characters.Deserves more than 5*
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