Description
Discover the gripping historical novel, a masterpiece of storytelling, as you follow the journey of six-year-old Clementine Knight, who loses her mother during the tumultuous 1870s diamond rush in southern Africa. This beautifully written B-format paperback, published by Penguin Australia Pty Ltd, unfolds a tale of resilience and the complexities of love and loss. With 432 pages of vivid narrative, The Diamond Hunter explores the unbreakable bond between Clementine and Joseph One-Shoe, their Zulu companion, as they navigate a world driven by greed and desperation. When Clementine’s father, James, finds a flawless diamond that promises a better future, the stakes of their survival grow perilously high. This historical blockbuster delves deep into themes of trust, betrayal, and the lengths one will go to reclaim a loved one's dignity and happiness. Clementine must confront her painful past to unearth the truth behind her family’s secrets and achieve justice. Ideal for fans of adventure stories, this novel captivates with a breathtaking journey from the harsh diamond mines of Africa to the lush estates of northern England. Experience the profound quest for truth and the enduring power of love in The Diamond Hunter. Available now in a brand new condition, with fast and reliable delivery.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760895754
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 432
Description:
The new historical blockbuster by the bestselling author of The Pearl Thief.
'It won't matter how many diamonds you find if you lose the love of your child.'
When six-year-old Clementine Knight loses her mother to malaria during the 1870s diamond rush in southern Africa, she is left to be raised by her destitute, alcoholic father, James. Much of Clementine's care falls to their trusty Zulu companion, Joseph One-Shoe, and the unlikely pair form an unbreakable bond.
When the two men uncover a large, flawless diamond, James believes he has finally secured their future, but the discovery of the priceless gem comes at a huge cost. A dark bargain is struck to do whatever it takes to return Clementine to a respectable life at the Grant family's sprawling estate in northern England - while the diamond disappears.
Years on, long-buried memories of Clementine's childhood in Africa and her beloved Joseph One-Shoe are triggered, as she questions who she can trust. To solve the mystery of what happened to her loved ones all those years ago, she must confront a painful history and finally bring justice to bear.
From the harsh desert of Africa's Kimberley diamond mine to the misty, green plains of northern England, The Diamond Hunter is a breathtaking adventure story about trust and betrayal, the ultimate quest for truth, and a love that is truly priceless.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760895754
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 432
Description:
The new historical blockbuster by the bestselling author of The Pearl Thief.
'It won't matter how many diamonds you find if you lose the love of your child.'
When six-year-old Clementine Knight loses her mother to malaria during the 1870s diamond rush in southern Africa, she is left to be raised by her destitute, alcoholic father, James. Much of Clementine's care falls to their trusty Zulu companion, Joseph One-Shoe, and the unlikely pair form an unbreakable bond.
When the two men uncover a large, flawless diamond, James believes he has finally secured their future, but the discovery of the priceless gem comes at a huge cost. A dark bargain is struck to do whatever it takes to return Clementine to a respectable life at the Grant family's sprawling estate in northern England - while the diamond disappears.
Years on, long-buried memories of Clementine's childhood in Africa and her beloved Joseph One-Shoe are triggered, as she questions who she can trust. To solve the mystery of what happened to her loved ones all those years ago, she must confront a painful history and finally bring justice to bear.
From the harsh desert of Africa's Kimberley diamond mine to the misty, green plains of northern England, The Diamond Hunter is a breathtaking adventure story about trust and betrayal, the ultimate quest for truth, and a love that is truly priceless.