This is the fourth diamond sibling to find love but this book is easily read on its own. Another well written interesting read which delved into the world of precious gems. I loved the verbal banter between Edward & Radiance, which started at their first meeting and all the Diamonds have been an interesting and entertaining family to read about with Radiance being no exception. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Radiance was probably my least favorite of Sydney Jane Baily's Diamonds of the First Water series thus far. I didn't like the MMC, Edward Lockwood. His constant forgetfulness and distractedness do not qualify as cute or sweet characteristics, IMHO. All I could think was that Radiance needed to run to someone more dependable.

Radiance herself comes across a little contrived. Her insta-love for Edward makes little sense for someone who is seemingly fairly strong on her own. She also sometimes seems rather disapproving of Edward's absentmindedness in a way that points to potential resentment down the road. I also didn't feel we had enough of his backstory to understand how he had the money and other resources that he did.

I also felt like the second layer of the mystery was more to fill pages than to truly add to the story. It did not hold my attention. Not Baily's strongest effort in my opinion. I will, however, still read Brilliance's book and other works by Baily.

2.5 stars rounded to 3. Thank you to NetGalley and WOLF for an ARC of this title. The opinions herein are my own.

Its nice when a book can induce emotion of a reader and this is exactly what appealed to me about the book. The story is well written and a thoughtful addition to the authors others books. I also liked how the author made you connect with the character in such an immediate way. Recommended.

A strong, independent woman with a thirst for knowledge, specially where precious stones and jewelry designs are concerned. He is intelligent with the tendency to get lost in his thoughts and analysis of new studies, an absent minded professor who is also hilarious with his witty gems like Lady Succulent LambChop! Easy to read, entertaining and engaging to boot!

I received an ARC,of this book and leaving my review voluntarily.

This is Edward and Radiance’s story. She is interested learning about jewelry including the jewels. Edward is a geologist and gives lectures about jewels. They meet at one of his lectures. She realizes that the stone he is showing is a fake. They go see the owner. They are tasked in finding two stones that were stolen from the Queen. There are many misunderstandings between them. They work very well together. As well as being attracted to each other.

The heroine is a strong woman who wants to be involved in all areas of the investigation. The hero is absent minded when he is involved with his work. He wants to protect her. The story was very well written and fast paced. The story was wonderful. I can’t wait for Brilliance’s story.