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Queen of Diamonds
The gritty gangland thriller from Gillian Godden! Is the Diamond reign over?
Head of the Diamond family, Patsy is determined to make a success of husband Nick’s gangland empire – whatever the cost. Nick was ruthless and cold-blooded, but he built a legacy that Patsy wants to protect.
So when a mysterious woman from Nick’s past turns up claiming to be Patsy’s new business partner, she senses trouble. Karen Duret demands Patsy’s help, but it comes with a catch. If Patsy refuses, Karen threatens to expose the Diamond family’s darkest secrets…
Patsy needs the help of her trusted allies more than ever, but when a rival gang start a turf war, the stakes suddenly become deadly.
Torn between loyalties, Patsy knows that blood will be spilled. And as battle commences, the question on everyone's lips is - who will be crowned the queen of diamonds?
What people are saying about Gillian Godden!
*'An edge of your seat read that will leave you breathless!' Bestselling author, Kerry Kaya.
'Characters were so real I'm still looking over my shoulder! Bestselling author Owen Mullen.
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Head of the Diamond family, Patsy is determined to make a success of husband Nick’s gangland empire – whatever the cost. Nick was ruthless and cold-blooded, but he built a legacy that Patsy wants to protect.
So when a mysterious woman from Nick’s past turns up claiming to be Patsy’s new business partner, she senses trouble. Karen Duret demands Patsy’s help, but it comes with a catch. If Patsy refuses, Karen threatens to expose the Diamond family’s darkest secrets…
Patsy needs the help of her trusted allies more than ever, but when a rival gang start a turf war, the stakes suddenly become deadly.
Torn between loyalties, Patsy knows that blood will be spilled. And as battle commences, the question on everyone's lips is - who will be crowned the queen of diamonds?
What people are saying about Gillian Godden!
*'An edge of your seat read that will leave you breathless!' Bestselling author, Kerry Kaya.
'Characters were so real I'm still looking over my shoulder! Bestselling author Owen Mullen.
*
- GenresThriller
322 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 9, 2022
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About the author
Gillian Godden
18 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.
amazon.com/author/gilliangodden
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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November 28, 2022
Diamond Series Book 3
Head of the Diamond family, Patsy is determined to make a success of her husband Nick's gangland empire - whatever the cost. Nick was ruthless and cold blooded, but he built a legacy that Patsy wants to protect. So, when a mysterious woman from Nick's past turns up claiming to be Patsy's new business partner, she senses trouble. Karen Duret demands Patsy's help, but it comes with a catch. If Patsy refuses, Karen threatens to expose the Diamond family's darkest secrets. Patsy needs the help of her trusted allies more than ever, but when a rival gang start a turf war, the streets suddenly become deadly.
This is another fabulous addition to the Diamond series. We travel from Scotland - to Paris - then back to Scotland. This is a gritty and gripping crime story with Kidnap, double crossing, lies and deceit. Filled with characters you'll love, and ithers you'll love to hate. There's lots going on in this book, money laundering, prostitution, drugs and much more. I was hooked from the first page, and I did not put it down until the end. The story ends with a cliff-hanger, so I hope we don't have to wait too long for the next edition. If I have to have one criticism, it was for the overuse of the word "lassie." I've lived in Scotland all my life and I've never hear that word used as often as it is in this book. This was my favourite book of the series, so far.
I would like to thank #NetGalley #BoldwoodBooks and the author #GillianGodden for my ARC of #QueenOfDiamonds in exchange for an honest review.
Head of the Diamond family, Patsy is determined to make a success of her husband Nick's gangland empire - whatever the cost. Nick was ruthless and cold blooded, but he built a legacy that Patsy wants to protect. So, when a mysterious woman from Nick's past turns up claiming to be Patsy's new business partner, she senses trouble. Karen Duret demands Patsy's help, but it comes with a catch. If Patsy refuses, Karen threatens to expose the Diamond family's darkest secrets. Patsy needs the help of her trusted allies more than ever, but when a rival gang start a turf war, the streets suddenly become deadly.
This is another fabulous addition to the Diamond series. We travel from Scotland - to Paris - then back to Scotland. This is a gritty and gripping crime story with Kidnap, double crossing, lies and deceit. Filled with characters you'll love, and ithers you'll love to hate. There's lots going on in this book, money laundering, prostitution, drugs and much more. I was hooked from the first page, and I did not put it down until the end. The story ends with a cliff-hanger, so I hope we don't have to wait too long for the next edition. If I have to have one criticism, it was for the overuse of the word "lassie." I've lived in Scotland all my life and I've never hear that word used as often as it is in this book. This was my favourite book of the series, so far.
I would like to thank #NetGalley #BoldwoodBooks and the author #GillianGodden for my ARC of #QueenOfDiamonds in exchange for an honest review.
December 11, 2022
Book 3 in this excellent series by Gillian Godden and for me you would want to read Book 1 and Book 2 first,there has been a lot ‘gone on’ with the Diamonds in the past,it was good to be back with them and the story and to see what was going to happen to them,and a lot happened,a good gangland book that had everything from double crossing to the usual big characters we have come to expect from this author and even some truffle hunting became part of the story
I loved the gangland folk we met and the meeting of all the ‘top guns’ was really well written and easy to visualise with Bernie being one who stuck in my mind!!
Lots of exciting storylines here that weave together to reach a conclusion…….but the ending leaves it wide open for the next book
A great series and a great 3rd book,enjoyed it as always by this author
I loved the gangland folk we met and the meeting of all the ‘top guns’ was really well written and easy to visualise with Bernie being one who stuck in my mind!!
Lots of exciting storylines here that weave together to reach a conclusion…….but the ending leaves it wide open for the next book
A great series and a great 3rd book,enjoyed it as always by this author
November 6, 2022
Absolutely brilliant Patsy Diamond is back and in charge of her dead husbands business's legal and criminal.As Beryls funeral comes to an end Patsy and her friends must decide what to do but things take a strange turn when someone turns up bent on upsetting Patsy.I have loved this book and i have to say i love Patsy.worthy of more stars in my book 5*
November 2, 2022
This is the 3rd book in the Diamonds series; they are all fabulous reads. This latest one see’s Patsy Diamond take a step further into her role as the head of the Diamond family and taking on the role of her late husband, Nick. He was ruthless and his work ethic was based on fear. Patsy, however, believes there is a better way of gaining trust and respect. Has she got what it takes though?
This is a brilliant book and sometimes quite hardcore as Patsy makes her mark in the gangland area of Glasgow. In previous books, she has had a lot to deal with, but now she wants to make changes and this means making deals with some of the worst of the worst. As Patsy comes across as quite aloof, the rich bitch, the well-dressed and manicured lady. It gives her a cold and uncaring persona, but she has a few surprises for people and I think she surprises herself with how much she now enjoys this challenge. She has to prove herself.
This one is a gritty and complex story and I adored it. There have always been things that have sprung up out of the woodwork in this series, and before you think there are no more surprises to come, you would be way off the mark. Yet again there are more surprises for the Diamonds and it could jeopardise the family business.
In a world of secrets, death, drugs, prostitution, money laundering and murder you need to be sure of those who are closest to you, a right-hand man is essential to help keep the day-to-day running of the business. There is an awful lot for Patsy to organise and with new deals and alliances to be forged, she really does have her work but out for her. If this isn’t enough there is also something far closer to home that requires her attention, if she gets this wrong it will destroy her.
The author has once again written an amazing book that I devoured in one sitting. It shows the strong woman that Patsy needs to be and it was a side that I didn’t expect to see. While she is strong she is also vulnerable and this brings out a nice balance to her character. Yes, she is naive, but she is also analytical in how she thinks things through and she will not be duped or made a fool of. I have really enjoyed seeing how the author has brought Pasty, the wife of Nick Diamond into the forefront and she is now beginning to stand on her own feet. She is not someone’s wife, she is Patsy or Mrs Diamond and she doesn’t take fools lightly.
Yet again the author has created a fabulous and dangerous story for her characters. This one speeds along at a great pace and there is a real sense of things potentially going very wrong. This is a book for those who love their gangland crime and it is one I would definitely recommend.
This is a brilliant book and sometimes quite hardcore as Patsy makes her mark in the gangland area of Glasgow. In previous books, she has had a lot to deal with, but now she wants to make changes and this means making deals with some of the worst of the worst. As Patsy comes across as quite aloof, the rich bitch, the well-dressed and manicured lady. It gives her a cold and uncaring persona, but she has a few surprises for people and I think she surprises herself with how much she now enjoys this challenge. She has to prove herself.
This one is a gritty and complex story and I adored it. There have always been things that have sprung up out of the woodwork in this series, and before you think there are no more surprises to come, you would be way off the mark. Yet again there are more surprises for the Diamonds and it could jeopardise the family business.
In a world of secrets, death, drugs, prostitution, money laundering and murder you need to be sure of those who are closest to you, a right-hand man is essential to help keep the day-to-day running of the business. There is an awful lot for Patsy to organise and with new deals and alliances to be forged, she really does have her work but out for her. If this isn’t enough there is also something far closer to home that requires her attention, if she gets this wrong it will destroy her.
The author has once again written an amazing book that I devoured in one sitting. It shows the strong woman that Patsy needs to be and it was a side that I didn’t expect to see. While she is strong she is also vulnerable and this brings out a nice balance to her character. Yes, she is naive, but she is also analytical in how she thinks things through and she will not be duped or made a fool of. I have really enjoyed seeing how the author has brought Pasty, the wife of Nick Diamond into the forefront and she is now beginning to stand on her own feet. She is not someone’s wife, she is Patsy or Mrs Diamond and she doesn’t take fools lightly.
Yet again the author has created a fabulous and dangerous story for her characters. This one speeds along at a great pace and there is a real sense of things potentially going very wrong. This is a book for those who love their gangland crime and it is one I would definitely recommend.
November 10, 2022
I already said more than once that I love gangland crime. I was a very happy camper when I was allowed to read this one. It's book 3, but I only picked in and got to know these recurrent characters in the previous book. As per usual there are some you love like a sister or a brother and others you cannot see them walking out the door fast enough.
And sometimes you are left with mixed emotions. You like someone one minute and the next you wish you could get rid of them in the blink of an eye.
Patsy Diamond is more determined than ever to take over and become the boss lady or the queen of diamonds. I can see her point. I would not mind being the boss lady either, but in my opinion you don't get to be the leading lady in a flash. You have to prove yourself and show you have earned the spot and you can look out for your 'family'. I don't feel like Patsy is strong enough for that. She is sometimes scared (when is the boss ever scared?). She does not have a faithful army of loyal people she surrounds herself with and she often enters the lion's den too unprepared.
The boss in my head is the one giving the orders. Not the one leaving everything to someone else without even knowing what they have planned.
This being said does not mean I did not enjoy the story. There were a few shocking revelations and if you ask me to pick a favorite character, it would be Freddie without any doubt. I loved his attitude and he was the one person Patsy could always count on. He kept his promises even though he did not really respect her very much.
Maybe Patsy was a bit too trusting... When dealing with gangland you can only trust people as far as you can throw them... 4 stars
Thank you
And sometimes you are left with mixed emotions. You like someone one minute and the next you wish you could get rid of them in the blink of an eye.
Patsy Diamond is more determined than ever to take over and become the boss lady or the queen of diamonds. I can see her point. I would not mind being the boss lady either, but in my opinion you don't get to be the leading lady in a flash. You have to prove yourself and show you have earned the spot and you can look out for your 'family'. I don't feel like Patsy is strong enough for that. She is sometimes scared (when is the boss ever scared?). She does not have a faithful army of loyal people she surrounds herself with and she often enters the lion's den too unprepared.
The boss in my head is the one giving the orders. Not the one leaving everything to someone else without even knowing what they have planned.
This being said does not mean I did not enjoy the story. There were a few shocking revelations and if you ask me to pick a favorite character, it would be Freddie without any doubt. I loved his attitude and he was the one person Patsy could always count on. He kept his promises even though he did not really respect her very much.
Maybe Patsy was a bit too trusting... When dealing with gangland you can only trust people as far as you can throw them... 4 stars
Thank you
September 24, 2025
Patsy is the new head of the Diamond family and gang so she needs to assert her authority as well as deal with some issues from the past…
Queen of Diamonds is the 3rd book in the Diamond series. I would advise reading the books in order as this is the first book that I have read and I was confused by the relationships between the characters and the whole host of backstory given at the start.
I felt that the main plot didn’t really start until a quarter of the way through the book. The first part of the book seemed to be recapping the past plotlines and the connections between the characters.
Patsy needs to assert her new power and prove she is a worthy leader after the death of her husband and his grandmother. She also has to deal with the fallout from their choices and her own within the family as well as the criminal underworld. The past plays a strong role in this book but the present is just as dangerous. Family and loyalty are important themes in the book.
The characters have a softer side and this allows us to understand them and their emotions and actions. There is also the darker level that you would expect from a gang novel so there is swearing, drug dealing, prostitution, violence and death.
Queen of Diamonds is a gritty gang crime novel.
Queen of Diamonds is the 3rd book in the Diamond series. I would advise reading the books in order as this is the first book that I have read and I was confused by the relationships between the characters and the whole host of backstory given at the start.
I felt that the main plot didn’t really start until a quarter of the way through the book. The first part of the book seemed to be recapping the past plotlines and the connections between the characters.
Patsy needs to assert her new power and prove she is a worthy leader after the death of her husband and his grandmother. She also has to deal with the fallout from their choices and her own within the family as well as the criminal underworld. The past plays a strong role in this book but the present is just as dangerous. Family and loyalty are important themes in the book.
The characters have a softer side and this allows us to understand them and their emotions and actions. There is also the darker level that you would expect from a gang novel so there is swearing, drug dealing, prostitution, violence and death.
Queen of Diamonds is a gritty gang crime novel.
January 1, 2023
Another continuation in the saga of the Diamonds and their associates. I'm really enjoying this series, it has some great characters and some not so.
It's full of lies and deceit and will keep you gripped from the first page to the cliffhanger at the end. A good old proper gangland story with drugs, prostitution, and people trafficking.
Patsy Diamond heads up this story, now her husband Nick is dead, she runs the show. She's as hard as iron and takes no nonsense. The other characters fit into the book around her and are as deep in crime as she is.
A really entertaining book that will hold your attention throughout.
It's full of lies and deceit and will keep you gripped from the first page to the cliffhanger at the end. A good old proper gangland story with drugs, prostitution, and people trafficking.
Patsy Diamond heads up this story, now her husband Nick is dead, she runs the show. She's as hard as iron and takes no nonsense. The other characters fit into the book around her and are as deep in crime as she is.
A really entertaining book that will hold your attention throughout.
November 28, 2022
Queen of Diamonds by Gillian Godden
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Publisher:Boldwood Books
Publication Date: 09 Dec 2022
Genre:General Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller
Exceptionally impressive Patsy Diamond is back and in control of the legal and criminal aspects of her deceased husband's firm. As Beryl's funeral draws to a close, Patsy and her friends must make a decision. However, when someone unexpectedly shows up, determined to upset Patsy, things take a strange turn. I adore Patsy, and I must tell you that I liked this book. Worthy of further stars, in my opinion, 5. As head of the Diamond family, Patsy is determined to make her husband Nick's gangland empire a success at any cost. Nick was ruthless and ruthless, but she built a legacy that Patsy wanted her to protect. She feels troubled when a mysterious woman from Nick's past shows up, claiming to be Patsy's new business partner. Karen Duret seeks Patsy's help, but she has her pitfalls. Karen threatens to reveal the Diamond family's darkest secrets if Patsy refuses. Patsy needs the help of her trusted pals more than ever, but the streets suddenly become deadly when rival gangs become involved in a turf war.
This is another excellent addition to the Diamond series. From Scotland to Paris and back to Scotland. His story is about a dark and fascinating crime of kidnapping, betrayal, lies, and deceit. It's full of characters you like and characters you don't like. This book is about money laundering, prostitution, drugs, etc. I was hooked from the first page and couldn't take my hands off it until the end. The story ends on a cliffhanger, so I hope we don't have to wait too long for the next installment. If I have one criticism, it's the overuse of the word "girl." I've lived in Scotland all my life, but I've never heard that word as often as in this book. This is by far my favorite book in the series.
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I Earc:NetGalley
Publisher:Boldwood Books
Publication Date: 09 Dec 2022
Genre:General Fiction, Mystery, and Thriller
Exceptionally impressive Patsy Diamond is back and in control of the legal and criminal aspects of her deceased husband's firm. As Beryl's funeral draws to a close, Patsy and her friends must make a decision. However, when someone unexpectedly shows up, determined to upset Patsy, things take a strange turn. I adore Patsy, and I must tell you that I liked this book. Worthy of further stars, in my opinion, 5. As head of the Diamond family, Patsy is determined to make her husband Nick's gangland empire a success at any cost. Nick was ruthless and ruthless, but she built a legacy that Patsy wanted her to protect. She feels troubled when a mysterious woman from Nick's past shows up, claiming to be Patsy's new business partner. Karen Duret seeks Patsy's help, but she has her pitfalls. Karen threatens to reveal the Diamond family's darkest secrets if Patsy refuses. Patsy needs the help of her trusted pals more than ever, but the streets suddenly become deadly when rival gangs become involved in a turf war.
This is another excellent addition to the Diamond series. From Scotland to Paris and back to Scotland. His story is about a dark and fascinating crime of kidnapping, betrayal, lies, and deceit. It's full of characters you like and characters you don't like. This book is about money laundering, prostitution, drugs, etc. I was hooked from the first page and couldn't take my hands off it until the end. The story ends on a cliffhanger, so I hope we don't have to wait too long for the next installment. If I have one criticism, it's the overuse of the word "girl." I've lived in Scotland all my life, but I've never heard that word as often as in this book. This is by far my favorite book in the series.
#NetGalley #bookstagram #bookreview #goodreads #mysteryandthriller #generalfictionadult @Gillian Godden #Queenofdiamonds
December 12, 2022
A Diamond of a Series
I’ve been a bit off my reading game for a wee while but when I came across this on Kindle Unlimited and knew I had to read it.
Patsy Diamond is as hard as glass. If you ever meet her make nice as she’s not a woman you should cross.
Honestly the drama and intrigue started from the very first page till the last. I loved the Undertaker twist, I hadn’t worked it out (although I should have).
If you read Mandasue Heller, Jessie Keen and Kimberly Chambers do yourself a favour and stay the Diamond series you absolutely won’t regret it.
I’ve been a bit off my reading game for a wee while but when I came across this on Kindle Unlimited and knew I had to read it.
Patsy Diamond is as hard as glass. If you ever meet her make nice as she’s not a woman you should cross.
Honestly the drama and intrigue started from the very first page till the last. I loved the Undertaker twist, I hadn’t worked it out (although I should have).
If you read Mandasue Heller, Jessie Keen and Kimberly Chambers do yourself a favour and stay the Diamond series you absolutely won’t regret it.
December 24, 2022
Wow! What an absolute rollercoaster of a read! Just when I thought the story was coming to end another bombshell was dropped. Patsy Diamond has made her mind up that she is going to take over the criminal and shady dealings that her late husband left behind. I like the character and whilst she is no criminal mastermind and is quite naive she is holding her own against the big boys. The ending was a shock and I’m really looking forward to the next instalment to see how the story pans out.
September 6, 2024
This book picks up after the death of Nick Diamond. Now Pasty must decide what she wants to do with all of the information she has found out about her husband good and bad. Mostly bad. She has a few people helping her and people who want to take over her business. What starts as a slow book as far as action, really begins to pick up after the halfway point and you see Pasty becoming her boss. It's a perfect story with many good characters, very much worth the read.
December 18, 2022
A must read!
Explosive, sensational are just a few words for the latest instalment about the Diamonds! So many twists and turns, you think you know what’s going to happen and then you’re hit from the side with something you really didn’t see coming! I definitely recommend this book and can not wait for the next Diamond instalment!
Explosive, sensational are just a few words for the latest instalment about the Diamonds! So many twists and turns, you think you know what’s going to happen and then you’re hit from the side with something you really didn’t see coming! I definitely recommend this book and can not wait for the next Diamond instalment!
December 20, 2025
A very good read, but not for the squeamish!
I enjoyed the book ,except in parts which were terrifying ,
I didn't like Nick, Patsys husband he was to sleezy a good looking Guy gift of the gab.immaculately dressed to much money ,stay clear! patsy stupid woman she had plenty of money
No need for her bad doings I can't say anymore it would spoil
Your read enjoy!
I enjoyed the book ,except in parts which were terrifying ,
I didn't like Nick, Patsys husband he was to sleezy a good looking Guy gift of the gab.immaculately dressed to much money ,stay clear! patsy stupid woman she had plenty of money
No need for her bad doings I can't say anymore it would spoil
Your read enjoy!
December 11, 2022
Queen of Diamonds⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Yet again another good book in the Diamond series.Gillian Godden is a good author & I have enjoyed all of her book's. Looking forward to the next one
Yet again another good book in the Diamond series.Gillian Godden is a good author & I have enjoyed all of her book's. Looking forward to the next one
December 15, 2022
Just finished reading Queen of Diamonds, brilliant love Patsy' strong character can't wait to read what happens to her next. Great Author, love Gillians books
December 18, 2022
Queen of diamonds
Wow what a great book. Could not put it down. Gillian is a great author. Really cannot wait for the next book.
Wow what a great book. Could not put it down. Gillian is a great author. Really cannot wait for the next book.
January 20, 2023
Diamond
Brilliant author love the twist and turns in the story lines and cannot wait for book four to come out.
Brilliant author love the twist and turns in the story lines and cannot wait for book four to come out.
April 23, 2023
Exceptional
What a cliff hanger. Cannot wait for the next book. The people who betrayed her live to fight another day. Puzzled as to who it can be
What a cliff hanger. Cannot wait for the next book. The people who betrayed her live to fight another day. Puzzled as to who it can be
October 3, 2023
Diamonds are forever
This is 3rd book in series and goodness what a book. I've been on a complete nail biting journey
Murders and intrigue to the very end
This is 3rd book in series and goodness what a book. I've been on a complete nail biting journey
Murders and intrigue to the very end
November 30, 2022
This is a great gangster series from the author and the best yet. Multiple story lines, double dealing, murder, betrayal and drug dealing, all neatly wrapped up in a cleverly plotted book set in Glasgow. I love the host of characters, with a soft spot in my heart for Fin. The tension oozes out from the pages until the very last chapter, the cliffhanger setting it up beautifully for book 4! Patsy is an amazing character and I hope we catch up with her again soon! If you like the gangster genre, this is one for you. Thanks to Net Galley for my ARC.
November 20, 2022
📚📖 Book Review 📖📚
📖 Book - Queen Of Diamonds
✍️ Author - Gillian Godden
📕 Publisher - Boldwood books
📆 Publication - 9th Dec 2022. Another book in the Diamond Series by Gillian. I absolutely love the style of this author. The story picks up really, where the last book left off. Patsy is picking up the pieces, after the loss of someone very close to her. She has gone from being a gangsters wife, to being at the head of the Diamond Firm. She has the full support of her friends/ladies but Patsy comes to realise, that you can’t always trust people in business. Trust no one!! I’m loving seeing how Patsy copes with taking the reigns and how she deals with things. Sometimes she needs a reminder to think of herself. I really hope there is another book with that ending! 🙏🏽🫣😉 Thanks netgalley for an ARC of this book, in exchanged for an honest review. Keep those books coming Gillian!! 🥰 xx. #bookstagrammer #bookstagrammers #bookstagrammersunite #bookstagrammeroftheday #bookstagrammerph #bookstagrammername #Bookstagrammermexicano #bookstagrammerfeatures #bookstagrammerargentina #bookstagrammerarg #bookstagrammeruy
📖 Book - Queen Of Diamonds
✍️ Author - Gillian Godden
📕 Publisher - Boldwood books
📆 Publication - 9th Dec 2022. Another book in the Diamond Series by Gillian. I absolutely love the style of this author. The story picks up really, where the last book left off. Patsy is picking up the pieces, after the loss of someone very close to her. She has gone from being a gangsters wife, to being at the head of the Diamond Firm. She has the full support of her friends/ladies but Patsy comes to realise, that you can’t always trust people in business. Trust no one!! I’m loving seeing how Patsy copes with taking the reigns and how she deals with things. Sometimes she needs a reminder to think of herself. I really hope there is another book with that ending! 🙏🏽🫣😉 Thanks netgalley for an ARC of this book, in exchanged for an honest review. Keep those books coming Gillian!! 🥰 xx. #bookstagrammer #bookstagrammers #bookstagrammersunite #bookstagrammeroftheday #bookstagrammerph #bookstagrammername #Bookstagrammermexicano #bookstagrammerfeatures #bookstagrammerargentina #bookstagrammerarg #bookstagrammeruy
December 11, 2022
Gillian Godden has done it again with this gritty gangland story following on from Rough Diamonds about Patsy Diamond. Patsy finds herself in charge of sorting out and taking over late husband Nick’s dubious businesses. Will people accept her as the boss and who can she trust? And who is Karen Duret? Set mainly in Glasgow and France this is a real page turner with twists and turns, secrets and some pretty gruesome scenes. I love how Gillian Godden portrays her female characters as strong but also shows their vulnerable sides. I really hope that there is another book in the series as I want to know what happens to Patsy next. Thank you to Netgalley and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to read this in exchange for an honest review.
December 10, 2022
My Thoughts:
I am so enjoying these gangland thrillers they are filled with romance, killings, mysteries,families business, kidnapping and so much more. When a main family members dies does pasty take over the family business when so many others want the job. This is the third in this series and if you can I would recommend reading book one and two first for the families background. But this can be read as a standalone
November 7, 2022
Queen of Diamonds by Gillian Godden is a superb addition to this series of books. Is the Diamond family shrinking or growing. It's the day of Beryl Diamonds funeral, the Matriarch of The Thistle Park Estate. Many are out to show respect to a woman who was much loved on the estate.
Patsy Diamond was married to Beryls grandson Nick, who was recently killed. it's time for Patsy to step into his shoes and take over running the business. What Patsy doesn't realise is there are so many people who want to take over and not all of them think she can cut it.
For Patsy to take over she is first going to have to take on those that want what she has. She has a lot of people to convince she is up to the job.
This story takes us from Scotland to Paris and back again, it has everything you want in a good gangland gritty crime book. Love, lies, deceit, Double crossing, Kidnap, secrets and a whole lot more. Be prepared for the ride of your life through this book. The author knows what readers want and never fails to deliver. This is by far the best book yet and what a superb cliffhanger we are left on.
Patsy Diamond was married to Beryls grandson Nick, who was recently killed. it's time for Patsy to step into his shoes and take over running the business. What Patsy doesn't realise is there are so many people who want to take over and not all of them think she can cut it.
For Patsy to take over she is first going to have to take on those that want what she has. She has a lot of people to convince she is up to the job.
This story takes us from Scotland to Paris and back again, it has everything you want in a good gangland gritty crime book. Love, lies, deceit, Double crossing, Kidnap, secrets and a whole lot more. Be prepared for the ride of your life through this book. The author knows what readers want and never fails to deliver. This is by far the best book yet and what a superb cliffhanger we are left on.
November 6, 2022
BRILLIANT BRILLIANT
Another amazing read in the series so well written and addictive.Patsy Diamond and her friends and even her enemies are such great characters the story had me gripped and I'm excited for the next installment it can't come quick enough.
Thanks to Netgalley and Boldwood Books for the ARC.
Another amazing read in the series so well written and addictive.Patsy Diamond and her friends and even her enemies are such great characters the story had me gripped and I'm excited for the next installment it can't come quick enough.
Thanks to Netgalley and Boldwood Books for the ARC.
October 30, 2022
I Love this authors books and yet again another brilliant gripping read always delivers. it's the day of Beryl Dimond's funeral. they have given the old girl the sendoff she deserves. Patsy Dimond is still very angry with what Natasha did, but she is now ready to get back to running the business. Patsys parents turn up to the funeral with a little girl. Victoria is sensing a forbidden as if someone has stepped over her grave. but the women have a big problem Karen Duret has come for what is hers half the business, but she is supposed to be died in her grave. Patsy has her layer and lover Larry on the case. and one of her workers get murdered. now Karen wants Patsys and her girls to help her in France. but they do not trust Karen there is something else going on who is Patsys real friends and who wants to hurt her and what a cliffhanger at the end. you will laugh and there a few shockers on the way i so recommend this series can't wait for next book
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