Diamond Hunter, The
The Diamond Hunter by Fiona McIntosh, published by Penguin Random House in November 2019, is a historical fiction novel that spans 432 pages. The story follows six-year-old Clementine Knight, who faces the loss of her mother during the 1870s diamond rush in southern Africa. Raised by her alcoholic father, James, much of her upbringing is supported by their Zulu companion, Joseph One-Shoe. When James discovers a flawless diamond, he believes it will secure their future, but the consequences of this find lead to a dark bargain that impacts Clementine’s life profoundly.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of family life, trust, and betrayal as Clementine grapples with her past. The story unfolds from the harsh landscapes of Africa’s Kimberley diamond mine to the lush plains of northern England, where Clementine must confront her childhood memories and the mystery surrounding her loved ones. As she seeks justice and uncovers the truth, the novel delves into the complexities of relationships and the sacrifices made for love.
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‘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.
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