Dearest Reader,

The season has barely begun, and already the rumour mill churns with a tale so delicious it threatens to overshadow the usual fare of lackluster courtships and ill-advised elopements. It seems a familiar face has returned to the unforgiving glare of the London ballroom, though under circumstances far from joyous.

The lady in question is the recently widowed Laila, a name many will recall. She was the girl whose unfortunate duty led her to a respectable, if rather dull, match to save her family from the brink of ruin. A noble sacrifice, perhaps, but one that cost her a love this author understands was the talk of their youth.

Her return has set tongues wagging, and not all of them are kind. The vultures of the ton are circling, eager to see who will next claim the hand of the beautiful and now unencumbered widow. Yet, it appears a formidable protector has stepped from the wings, determined to shield her from both scandal and opportunistic suitors.

Enter Mr. Raphi Klonimus. Yes, that Mr. Klonimus, of the notoriously wealthy and decidedly private Klonimus clan. He and the lady Laila, it is whispered, were once inseparable. Childhood sweethearts, they say, torn apart by duty and honor. How poetic. Last time, he stepped aside for her family’s sake. This time, it seems, he has no intention of being so gallant.

In a move that has sent shockwaves through society, Mr. Klonimus has whisked the fair widow away from the prying eyes of London. Their destination? A secluded castle, far from the wagging tongues and grasping hands of the marriage mart. He claims it is for her protection. But this author must ask: what happens when a gentleman secludes himself with the one woman he has always loved? Protection can so easily smolder into passion.

Indeed, sources report that what began as a noble gesture has ignited something far more… compelling. Alone, with only memories and years of unspoken feelings between them, an old spark has apparently roared back to life. One can only imagine the conversations—and the kisses—that a secluded castle might encourage.

But this is where our story takes a turn from a simple rekindled romance to a matter of high intrigue. It is said that within the castle walls, the pair have stumbled upon a clue. Not just any clue, but one tied to a long-lost Klonimus family treasure. The dynasty, known for its diamonds, is apparently guarding secrets far more valuable than jewels.

This treasure hunt, however, is not a simple parlor game. Someone is watching. A shadowy figure who will stop at nothing to prevent the Klonimus brothers from unearthing the secrets of their past. Suddenly, Mr. Klonimus’s protective measures seem less about preserving a lady’s reputation and more about preserving her life.

So, as London speculates on the impropriety of it all, a far more dangerous game is afoot. A childhood love, a second chance, and a treasure that could change a dynasty’s future. Mr. Klonimus is determined not to lose his lady a second time, but with a hidden enemy tracking their every move, one wonders if their happily ever after will be found—or forfeited.

This author, for one, shall be watching with bated breath. After all, nothing is more scandalous than a treasure hunt that begins with a kiss.

Instead of Harmony

by Sara Adrien

The boy she loved.
The duty she chose.
A hidden treasure.
And the kiss that could ruin everything—or save them both.

Book 1 in The Diamond Dynasty—a steamy Regency romance series from #1 bestselling author Sara Adrien, where each Klonimus brother finds love, legacy, and secrets worth uncovering.

Raphi Klonimus always knew Laila was the one.
But when her family teetered on the brink of ruin, she made an impossible choice: a dying match made to save her family from ruin.

Last time, he stepped aside for honor. Now he’ll step up for love.

When Laila returns to London as a widow, Raphi whisks her to a secluded castle to keep her safe from scandal and the schemes of those who want to claim her again. Alone. Just the two of them.

But what begins as protection turns into something else entirely.

A single spark reignites the passion neither of them ever truly forgot. And when they uncover a clue to a long-lost treasure tied to the Klonimus family legacy, their second chance becomes far more dangerous than they imagined.

This time, he won’t let her go.

But someone is watching.
And they’ll do anything to stop the Klonimus brothers from unlocking the past—or building a future.

Welcome to The Diamond Dynasty—where each Klonimus brother finds love and unlocks treasures from the past.

A full-length steamy Regency romance with a guaranteed happily ever after and no cliffhangers.

Tropes You’ll Love:
✔ Second Chance Romance
✔ Childhood Sweethearts
✔ Friends-to-Lovers
✔ Forced Proximity
✔ Widowed Heroine
✔ Honorable Hero
✔ Hidden castle, royal jewels, and a heart-racing treasure hunt
✔ Jewish heritage
✔ Forbidden Love
✔ Regency Scandal with emotional depth

If you love steamy, emotionally rich historical romance with vivid cultural detail and unforgettable characters—start this series today.

Read Book 1 of The Diamond Dynasty now!

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About the author:

Bestselling author Sara Adrien writes hot, heart-melting regency romance with a Jewish twist. As a law professor-turned-author, she writes about clandestine identities, whims of fate, and sizzling seduction. If you like unique and intelligent characters, deliciously sexy scenes, and the nostalgia of afternoon tea, then you’ll adore Sara Adrien’s tender tear-jerkers. She is the author of the series Infiltrating the Ton, Diamond Dynasty, Check Mates, and Miracles on Harley Street. Get 50% off her #1 bestselling 9-book bundle https://www.saraadrien.com/products/diamond-of-the-ton-collection-1

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