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Lieutenant Seth Buchanan’s routine homicide case takes a dramatic turn when the missing millionaire heiress Grace Fontaine is found alive, clutching one of the legendary blue diamonds known as the Star of Mithra. Cold and disciplined, Buchanan wrestles with the conflict between duty and his growing attraction to Grace, all while seeking the truth behind her vanishing and the presence of the coveted diamond. The case unfolds with suspenseful twists, as Buchanan must unravel the mystery of Grace’s disappearance while confronting the powerful allure of the Star of Mithra.
The Star of Mithra, a rare and dazzling blue gemstone, serves as the centerpiece of this contemporary crime‑thriller, drawing a line of intrigue through love, law enforcement, and high‑stakes treasure hunting.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Suspense/Romantic Suspense
Authors: Nora Roberts
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