Publishers Weekly
07/26/2021
The disappearance of renowned American diamond hunter Jimmy Angel, while on an expedition to the Canadian Arctic, drives Hart’s page-turning sequel to 2020’s The Russian Pink. Angel allegedly discovered one of the richest diamond fields on the planet—but when Chinese billionaires with ties to China’s military take over control of Angel’s business and the remote area he claimed in his absence, Department of Treasury agent Alex Turner is sent to investigate. As tensions among China, Canada, and America escalate, Turner needs to unravel a complicated tangle of conspiracies, lies, and greed—all of which somehow involves his Russian girlfriend, diamond thief Slav Lily. Though the plot is overly knotty in places, lyrical prose that complements the novel’s stark setting and tone makes up for much (“Outside, the sky was closing like a steel lid. A slate-gray slab coasted in and crushed the frail day”). Albeit flawed, this is a dark gem of a thriller. Agent: Michael Carlisle, InkWell Management. (Sept.)
Booklist
"In this exciting follow-up, Hart takes readers to the Arctic where U.S. Treasury agent Alex Turner and his lover, ally, and sometimes-competitor, Russian jewel thief Slav Lily, are teamed up again against the bizarre Chinese billionaire twins who have gained control of a murdered prospector’s company. Fold in a dash of the prospector’s vengeful daughter, a heaping spoonful of assorted government operatives, and a full cup of international politics, and you get an absolutely no-holds-barred adventure, perfect for fans of Cussler and Ludlum.
The Star Tribune
A witty, high-octane international thriller with a plot as multifaceted as a Rubik’s cube. If we are lucky, Alex Turner will return. . . .
Christopher Reich
"A crackerjack, gem of a thriller. "Ice Angel" is a shot of adrenaline. Fast-paced, expertly-written with an insider's knowledge - not just of diamonds, but much, much more - that elevates the book to another level. Honestly, this one is hard to put down. Damn near flawless."
The Christian Science Monitor
Praise for The Russian Pink:
“Studded with facts about black market diamond trading, this fictional thriller has adrenaline rushes, villainous plotters, and glamorous gems galore.
STARRED REVIEW Booklist
A rare gem, punning aside. The Russian Pink will enthrall fans for Jack Reacher and Jason Bourne, and leave them hoping for more Alex Turner."
Mitch Silver
An exhilarating read that has more facets than even the world’s biggest diamond.
James Grady
A deft, fast-paced thriller that shines its light on a fascinating and dangerous world few of us know about.”
Chris Reich
"A crackerjack, gem of a thriller. "Ice Angel" is a shot of adrenaline. Fast-paced, expertly-written with an insider's knowledge - not just of diamonds, but much, much more - that elevates the book to another level. Honestly, this one is hard to put down. Damn near flawless."
