A riveting tale of self-discovery and redemption…
A Seattle chef embarks on a quest for redemption in Badgley’s engrossing latest novel. In 1995, Mallory Jones, a chef from Seattle carrying her own personal demons, seizes the opportunity to open a restaurant in Rangoon, Burma. She befriends a disgraced British diplomat and a charming French gem dealer, but soon discovers their true intentions: to steal a prized Burmese ruby. As they follow the trail of the precious gem from the mountains of Burma to the bustling city of Bangkok, Malory contemplates her own capacity for violence and deceit. Badgley’s rich descriptions of a ruggedly beautiful nation oppressed by military dictatorship seamlessly transport the reader into the heart of the story. Expertly weaved historical details lend believability, while the constant twists and turns keep readers on the edge of their seats. The raw and powerful depiction of characters’ psyche adds profoundness to this captivating tale of deceit, redemption, self-validation, and introspection. Truly remarkable.
The Worth of a Ruby
Lya Badgley
Pub date November 1, 2023
ISBN 979-8891320581
Price $15.95 (USD) Paperback, $2.99 Kindle edition
