Tears of Iemanjá
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In the world of diamonds, betrayal runs deeper than blood. Dominick Stanovic has already lost everything—his family, his business, and the woman he once loved. But when a mysterious package arrives from Brazil, long‑buried secrets surface, pulling him into a dangerous web of deception where every choice could mean life or death.
Haunted by the past and desperate for answers about his fiancée’s disappearance, Dominick is forced to confront the darkest corners of his own history. Is Mala truly gone, or has someone engineered a deadly illusion meant to destroy him?
Tears of Iemanjá delivers a gripping blend of suspense, romance, and international intrigue. Twists, betrayals, and heart‑stopping revelations drive a story of love, loss, and the relentless pursuit of truth—one that will keep you turning pages until the final, unforgettable moment.
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About the author
Rita Hanner‑Ward is a contemporary American novelist and poet whose work blends emotional depth with international intrigue. Colorado‑raised and now living in Arizona, she writes romantic‑suspense adventure under the pseudonym Kiva Wolfe, drawing inspiration from her lifelong fascination with geology and the allure of precious gemstones. Her debut novel, Red Flash, first published in 2005 and republished independently in 2025, launched the Gem Provenance Legacy series.
Before turning to fiction full‑time, Hanner‑Ward enjoyed a vibrant career as a museum curator, pioneering hands‑on learning in exhibit design. She later worked as a fundraising consultant, PR specialist, and writing contributor. These varied experiences inform the rich settings, cultural detail, and emotional nuance of her fiction.
She recently completed Tears of Iemanjá, the long‑awaited sequel to Red Flash, and is currently writing The Price of Fire, the final book in the trilogy. A new mystery series is also underway. Between novels, she crafts poetry exploring memory, grief, and redemption, and divides her time between clay hand‑building and the antics of her incorrigible dog, Zorro.
