Treasures of Surrey - 1: The Curiosity Keeper

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“It is not just a ruby, as you say. It is large as a quail’s egg, still untouched and unpolished. And it is rumored to either bless or curse whomever possesses it.” Camille Iverness has learned to fend for herself since her mother abandoned the family, leaving her to manage their shabby curiosity shop. After a violent betrayal leaves her vulnerable, she reluctantly accepts help from a mysterious stranger, Jonathan Gilchrist. Jonathan never wanted to inherit Kettering Hall, preferring his life as a village apothecary. However, after his brother’s death and their father's reckless decisions threaten the estate, he must sell a priceless ruby known as the Bevoy to save the family. But the gem has vanished, and all clues point to Iverness Curiosity Shop and its captivating shop girl, Camille. Their fates intertwine as they navigate a world filled with greed and deception, traveling from the gritty streets of London to the affluent neighborhoods and the picturesque Surrey countryside in search of the elusive gem. As they confront blessings and curses, they must unite to protect what matters most. Amidst this perilous quest, a passionate connection ignites, forcing them to confront how much they are willing to risk for love and a shared future.