Inspired by a true story, The Lost Jewels unfolds an incredible mystery of thievery, sacrifice and hope through the generations of one family.

In the summer of 1912, a workman's pickaxe strikes through the floor of an old tenement house in Cheapside, London, uncovering a cache of unimaginably valuable treasure that quickly disappears again. 

Present day. When respected jewellery historian, Kate Kirby, receives a call about the Cheapside jewels, she knows she's on the brink of the experience of a lifetime. 

As Kate peels back layers of concealment and deception, she is forced to explore long-buried secrets concerning Essie, her great-grandmother, and her life in Edwardian London. Soon, Kate's past and present threaten to collide and the truths about her family lie waiting to be revealed. 

Praise for The Lost Jewels: 

‘Page-turning treasure hunt’ – Sydney Morning Herald

‘Meticulous research, stories with social importance, pioneering characters and effortless flitting from one epoch and city to another underpin Kirsty Manning’s cut-above historical fiction novels’

– Australian Women’s Weekly.

‘The intertwining perspectives of The Lost Jewels offer a grand-scale view of how every good day, as well as those truly bad ones, ultimately shape our psyches’ – The Weekly Times  

‘Kirsty Manning captures history and her characters with clear voices and personalities throughout’  -- ashleighmeikle.com.au

‘In terms of high quality historical fiction, no one in my eyes does it better than Kirsty Manning. I am a loyal and long standing fan Manning’s work, having supported her writing since I first set eyes on her debut, A Midsummer Garden.  -- Mrsbbookreviews.

‘Well written and researched, I found The Lost Jews to be an engaging read, of family secrets, love, loss and new beginnings.’  --  Bookdout

‘The author’s detailed descriptions transport the reader to the dangerous workplaces of the exploited workers, and the early days of English society with the great divide between the rich and poor.  Although this is a book of fiction, the author has inserted cameos of people who really did exis…these characters add depth to this intriguing story.’ Queensland Reviewers Collective

‘The Lost Jewels is the first Kirsty Manning novel I have read but it certainly won’t be the last. I devoured this book in two sittings. I fell in love with the characters and the story, all whilst learning something new about history. A highly recommend this book to lovers of historical fiction. My advice is  curl up on the sofa with a pot of tea by your side and enjoy!’– Darkmatterzine.com

‘The Lost Jewels was an enjoyable, well-paced and entertaining book.’ -- Ballaratwriters.com

‘The Lost Jewels is the author’s best yet. I was immersed in Essie’s story; the heartbreak, poverty and despair came across the pages perfectly. An excellent historical read which I highly recommend.’ –- Australianwomenwriters.com

‘I believe The Lost Jewels is Kirsty Manning’s best novel yet. It’s only just been released and already I can’t wait for more. At a time when the world seems to have gone mad, we look for escapism. And this is the perfect book for just that, whether you’re a lover of historical fiction, or just looking to try something new.’ —Jackiesmithwrites.com