The Matter Of The Departed Diamonds

Author : Steve Levi
Publisher : Publication Consultants
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2022-08-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781637471173

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The Matter of the Departed Diamonds by Steve Levi Pdf

How can $2 million in diamonds vanish? First, the diamonds were assessed to make sure they were authentic. Then, in front of witnesses, they were placed in a locked cabinet. Under guard, the cabinet with the diamonds was loaded into an armored car and transported to a jewelry assessor. When the cabinet arrived at the secure room of the jewelry assessor in Kansas City, Missouri, the diamonds were gone! Detective Heinz Noonan is called to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to find the departed diamonds. He follows the gems, step by step, from the bank vault to the jewelry assessor's secure room using witness statements and security footage. His task is to determine who masterminded the theft before the insurance company has to pay for the loss. All of the clues are revealed in the novel to see if you, the reader, can solve The Matter of the Departed Diamonds faster than Detective Heinz Noonan!

Author : Fossor
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1872
Category : Electronic
ISBN : NLS:V000578317

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Twelve Months at the South African Diamond Fields by Fossor Pdf

Author : Ronald T. Waldo
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 279 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2016-03-17
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781442258693

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Characters from the Diamond by Ronald T. Waldo Pdf

Baseball during the late 1800s and the Deadball Era was filled with aggressive, hard-nosed players who had no qualms about exhibiting belligerent behavior while tenaciously achieving victory on the diamond. These unique and eccentric individuals helped the game grow in popularity through their brilliance on the field and their legendary exploits off it. From manager Miller Huggins fighting with a pitcher over thick, juicy steaks to Rube Waddell getting arrested for tossing doughnuts at the coiffure of a waitress, their stories kept baseball fans entertained throughout the season—and still entertain us today. In Characters from the Diamond: Wild Events, Crazy Antics, and Unique Tales from Early Baseball, Ronald T. Waldochronicles the adventures of an unparalleled group of players, managers, and umpires whose tales continue to define that era of baseball. From the days of Chris Von der Ahe when his St. Louis Browns dominated the American Association to the Great War, this book presents an array of unique stories, peculiar accounts, and humorous anecdotes involving the men who were the very fabric of the game during that time period. Baseball icons such as John McGraw, Willie Keeler, Ty Cobb, Frank Chance, Rube Waddell, and Mike Donlin are profiled in this book, while numerous lesser-known players—including Arthur Evans, Jack Rowan, Bill Kellogg, Bill Bailey, Ping Bodie, and William Dugan—are also given their moment in the sun alongside their more famous baseball brethren. Characters from the Diamond breathes life back into baseball from the late nineteenth century and Deadball Era. Illuminating, entertaining, and noteworthy, these stories surrounding some of the game’s most unique individuals paint a humorous, off-beat picture of an often-forgotten era for baseball lovers everywhere.

Author : Sandra Heath
Publisher : Belgrave House
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2017-03-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781610849838

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Diamond Dreams by Sandra Heath Pdf

Ellie Rutherford had lost both parents, and, through some skullduggery, the family fortune. She had only her uncle in Wales, who made pottery, with whom to live. Athan, Lord Griffin, had found Ellie in an inn yard, and because she so resembled the portrait in his home, he had kissed her, though he was engaged to another. His groom Gwilym had some magic about him. Regency Romance Paranormal by Sandra Heath; originally published by Signet Super Regency Romance

Author : Victor Appleton
Publisher : BoD - Books on Demand
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2023-07-22
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9791041828968

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Tom Swift Among The Diamond Makers by Victor Appleton Pdf

"Tom Swift Among The Diamond Makers" by Victor Appleton is an enthralling adventure novel that follows the young inventor Tom Swift as he embarks on a daring quest to uncover a secret diamond-making operation. This exciting story takes readers on a roller-coaster ride of mystery, danger, and scientific intrigue. In this installment of the popular Tom Swift series, the ingenious young inventor, Tom, finds himself entangled in a mysterious plot involving the creation of synthetic diamonds. When a renowned scientist disappears under suspicious circumstances, Tom is determined to get to the bottom of the mystery. Driven by his insatiable curiosity and his passion for science, Tom sets out on a thrilling adventure with his loyal friends and colleagues. Armed with his inventive genius and cutting-edge inventions, he follows a series of clues that lead him to an underground network of diamond makers. As Tom delves deeper into the clandestine world of diamond production, he discovers that the stakes are higher than he initially imagined. Not only is the secret diamond-making operation illegal, but it also poses a threat to the natural diamond market and could have far-reaching consequences. Throughout the novel, Tom faces numerous challenges and dangers, including treacherous adversaries who will stop at nothing to protect their illicit operation. Yet, with his quick thinking and resourcefulness, Tom uses his scientific knowledge to outsmart his enemies and navigate the perilous situations he encounters. Along the way, Tom's friendship and camaraderie with his loyal companions are put to the test, and they prove to be invaluable allies in this thrilling escapade. Together, they embark on a race against time to unravel the mystery, expose the diamond-making scheme, and bring the culprits to justice. "Tom Swift Among The Diamond Makers" captivates readers with its blend of action, suspense, and scientific wonder. As Tom Swift showcases his brilliance and bravery, readers are taken on a whirlwind adventure that leaves them on the edge of their seats."

Author : Annie Haynes
Publisher : Musaicum Books
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2017-05-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9788075831750

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THE BLUE DIAMOND (Murder Mystery Classic) by Annie Haynes Pdf

The Blue Diamond – A beautiful young woman, who seems to have lost her memory, is found wandering in Sir Arthur Hargreaves' estate. But soon the nurse who's supposed to be in-charge of her and knows her real self is reported missing. The police are called in and they suspect that there is a link between the nurse's disappearance and the legend of the valuable family diamond. Will Sir Arthur ever get to know the truth? Will the family diamond ever return to its rightful owner... Annie Haynes (1865-1929) was a renowned golden age mystery writer and a contemporary of Agatha Christie, another famous crime writer, which often led to her comparison with the latter, and unfavourably so. Haynes's fictions are now lauded for their quick-pace action and sustaining aura of suspense till the end.

Author : Andrew Martin
Publisher : Faber & Faber
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2015-11-03
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780571288229

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The Yellow Diamond by Andrew Martin Pdf

Detective Superintendent George Quinn - Mayfair resident and dandy with a razor-sharp brain - has set up a new police unit, dedicated to investigating the super-rich. When he is shot in mysterious circumstances, DI Blake Reynolds is charged with taking over. But Reynolds hadn't bargained for Quinn's personal assistant - the flinty Victoria Clifford - who knows more than she's prepared to reveal... The trail left by Quinn leads to a jewellery theft, a murderous conspiracy among some of the most glamorous (and richest) Russians in London - and the beautiful Anna, who challenges Reynolds' professional integrity. Reynolds and Clifford must learn to work together fast - or risk Quinn's fate. Set in the heart of twenty-first-century Mayfair, a world of champagne, Lamborghinis and Savile Row suits, The Yellow Diamond is a brilliant new venture from one of our best loved crime authors - meticulously plotted, wonderfully humane and hugely enjoyable.

Author : Neal Stephenson
Publisher : Spectra
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2003-08-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780553898200

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The Diamond Age by Neal Stephenson Pdf

Vividly imagined, stunningly prophetic, and epic in scope, The Diamond Age is a major novel from one of the most visionary writers of our time Decades into our future, a stone’s throw from the ancient city of Shanghai, a brilliant nanotechnologist named John Percival Hackworth has just broken the rigorous moral code of his tribe, the powerful neo-Victorians. He's made an illicit copy of a state-of-the-art interactive device called A Young Ladys Illustrated Primer Commissioned by an eccentric duke for his grandchild, stolen for Hackworth's own daughter, the Primer’s purpose is to educate and raise a girl capable of thinking for herself. It performs its function superbly. Unfortunately for Hackworth, his smuggled copy has fallen into the wrong hands. Young Nell and her brother Harv are thetes—members of the poor, tribeless class. Neglected by their mother, Harv looks after Nell. When he and his gang waylay a certain neo-Victorian—John Percival Hackworth—in the seamy streets of their neighborhood, Harv brings Nell something special: the Primer. Following the discovery of his crime, Hackworth begins an odyssey of his own. Expelled from the neo-Victorian paradise, squeezed by agents of Protocol Enforcement on one side and a Mandarin underworld crime lord on the other, he searches for an elusive figure known as the Alchemist. His quest and Nell’s will ultimately lead them to another seeker whose fate is bound up with the Primer—a woman who holds the key to a vast, subversive information network that is destined to decode and reprogram the future of humanity.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1835
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BL:A0026556521

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Diamond New Testament. With Notes, by the Rev. H. Stebbing. (The Psalms of David in Metre.) [With Plates.] by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 708 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Electronic
ISBN : NWU:35556031807118

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George Washington Memorial Parkway, Potomac Greens Diamond Interchange Construction, Dangerfield Island by Anonim Pdf

Author : Douglas Wight
Publisher : Kings Road Publishing
Page : 295 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2012-04-27
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781857829570

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Leonardo DiCaprio - The Biography by Douglas Wight Pdf

'I'M THE KING OF THE WORLD' That was the cry from Leonardo DiCaprio as he stood astride the bow in Titanic - the movie that would go on to smash all records, raking in a whopping GBP1.1 billion worldwide. Now, few Hollywood movers and shakers would dispute that statement as Leo has rocketed to become one of the highest paid actors in the world. And his position looks set to be secure after an incredible 2013 which saw Hollywood's hottest talent appearing as the eponymous Jay Gatsy in the Great Gatsby, following swiftly on the heels of the great success of Quentin Tarantino's blockbuster, Django Unchained. Yet, although he's spent over 15 years at the top of his profession, Leonardo remains something of an enigma - his often daring movie choices suggest an actor still striving for perfection.

Author : Tony Donagher
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 317 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781546288268

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The Emerald Diamond by Tony Donagher Pdf

Solicitor Richard Jennings think is it is just another ordinary day when he shows up at the Criminal Courts of Justice in Dublin to cover for an associate on leave. Unfortunately, he could not be more wrong. After he settles into his seat in the court and notices a heavy security presence, a Zimbabwean man who has been accused of murdering Father Patrick OMeara two nights earlier is led into the room in handcuffs. Moments later, Stephen Moyo chooses a very surprised Jennings to represent him. What everyone is about to learn is that Moyo knows Jennings because he is one who prosecuted Father OMeara in the former Rhodesia years earlier for assisting terrorism. As the reason for the murder of the priest and the involvement of the Zimbabweans is eventually revealed, it leads to the discovery of a valuable diamond smuggled from Zimbabwe. Now it is up to Jennings and an Irish detective to determine if Moyo is guilty or innocentand, if so, who committed the heinous crime. In this legal thriller, a solicitor is propelled into the midst of a complex case after he is chosen to represent a Zimbabwean man accused of murdering a priest.

Author : Willard F. Baker
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2017-07-19
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781473345812

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The Boy Ranchers on Roaring River; Or, Diamond X and the Chinese Smugglers by Willard F. Baker Pdf

"The Boy Ranchers on Roaring River" is a Western novel for children by author Willard F. Baker. Part of "The Boy Ranchers" series, it centres around the endeavours of a young cowboy-cum-detective in the American Old West. An thrilling tale of intrigue and adventure, "The Boy Ranchers on Roaring River" would make for perfect bedtime reading and is highly recommended for lovers of classic Western fiction. Other novels by this author include: "Bob Dexter And The Beacon Beach Mystery" (1925), "Bob Dexter And The Aeroplane Mystery" (1930), and "The Boy Ranchers On The Trail" (1921). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of Western fiction.

Author : William Gurney
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 526 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1829
Category : Bible
ISBN : COLUMBIA:50171850

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The Diamond Pocket Dictionary of the Holy Bible by William Gurney Pdf

Author : Leonard Goldberg
Publisher : Minotaur Books
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2022-06-14
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781250789600

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The Blue Diamond by Leonard Goldberg Pdf

The fate of the allied forces lies in the hands of Joanna and the Watsons in the next Daughter of Sherlock Holmes mystery from USA Today bestselling author Leonard Goldberg. During a critical stage in World War One, the Governor-General of South Africa journeys to London for a meeting of The Imperial War Conference. Days prior to the conference, the Governor-General is scheduled to have an audience at Buckingham Palace at which time a most precious blue diamond will be presented to King Edward as a symbolic gesture of the colonies’ resolute and never-ending allegiance to England. The flawless blue diamond, with its magnificent luster, weighs nearly 3000 carats which renders it one of the world’s largest and most valuable gems. On the Governor-General’s arrival, he is ensconced at the fashionable Windsor Hotel under the tightest security, with his entire entourage and formidable security team occupying the entire penthouse floor. All entrances and exits are locked down and closely guarded, and no one is allowed entrance after 6 PM. Despite the extreme precautions, the famous diamond is stolen from the Governor-General’s suite in the middle of the night, with no clues left behind. With Scotland Yard baffled, Joanna and the Watsons are called in to investigate the theft and it becomes clear that the crime is not simply the work of a master thief, but one that could greatly aid the Germans and turn the tide of war in their favor. Time is of the essence and the blue diamond must be recovered before it begins its travels which could cause irreparable damage to the allied war plans.