In "Blood Rubies," Rune Sarasin's life as a jewel thief takes a dangerous turn when she steals a pouch of rubies from a smuggler named Charles Lemaire. After a thrilling escape, Rune learns that her boyfriend Kit's sister, Madee, has vanished. Their search leads them to a perilous slum in Bangkok, where Rune loses the stolen gems. Lemaire, a ruthless criminal, captures Kit and demands the return of his rubies. Rune is thrust into a race against time to recover the gems or find something of equal value to save Kit. As she delves deeper into the criminal underworld, Rune uncovers a sinister network that threatens more than just her loved ones. From the gritty streets of Bangkok to the opulent auction houses of New York, Rune must navigate a treacherous path to protect those she cares about.

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