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STEP INTO THE WORLD BEHIND THE GEMS

When Provenance Becomes Power

Welcome to the Gem Provenance Legacy series by Kiva Wolfe — a world where rare gemstones, hidden motives, and quiet dangers influence the lives of those seeking the truth. In this high-stakes romantic suspense, everyone has a secret, and every secret comes with a price — sometimes one worth killing for. Each book reveals a new chapter of international intrigue and personal discovery, woven with the subtle pull of redemption.

The Adventure Begins!

Meet the characters whose stories bring this legacy to life.

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Books in the Gem Provenance Legacy Series by Kiva Wolfe

A story of legacy, loss, desire, and redemption, and of the fire within every stone.

Book One: Red Flash — the romantic suspense thriller that started the Gem Provenance Legacy!

Book One: Red Flash — the romantic suspense thriller that started the Gem Provenance Legacy!

Spanning decades and continents, this three‑book romantic-suspense series follows the Stanovic family as they are pulled ever deeper into the glittering, treacherous world of the international gem trade. A murdered child and a missing shipment of rare paraíbá tourmalines unravel into a web of obsession, betrayal, and the deadly pursuit of a fabled red diamond.

Book One: Red Flash — the romantic suspense thriller that started the Gem Provenance Legacy!

Book One: Red Flash — the romantic suspense thriller that started the Gem Provenance Legacy!

Book One: Red Flash — the romantic suspense thriller that started the Gem Provenance Legacy!

Former triathlete, Dominick Stanovic, stumbles into a violent underworld after discovering the Russian Mafia’s role in his nephew’s death. His search for answers exposes a Brazilian criminal syndicate and a cache of stolen tourmalines. Torn between loyalty, forbidden love, and the truth he can no longer ignore, he is thrust into a world where every alliance is dangerous, and every choice has a cost.

Book Two: Tears of Iemanjá — a gripping blend of romance, danger, and nonstop adventure.

Book One: Red Flash — the romantic suspense thriller that started the Gem Provenance Legacy!

Book Two: Tears of Iemanjá — a gripping blend of romance, danger, and nonstop adventure.

Dominick returns to Brazil chasing a ghost and a promise. A cryptic message suggests that Mala — the woman he loved and lost — may still be alive.  As he searches for answers, he resumes his failed quest for a legendary diamond and ventures once more into the unforgiving Amazon, where old enemies hunt him, and the truth behind the missing tourmalines threatens to ignite a war.

Red Flash: recipient of Manhattan Book Award's Silver Seal; 5-Stars, Readers' Favorite & ReaderViews

Red Flash: recipient of Manhattan Book Award's Silver Seal; 5-Stars, Readers' Favorite & ReaderViews

Red Flash: recipient of Manhattan Book Award's Silver Seal; 5-Stars, Readers' Favorite & ReaderViews

Red Flash: recipient of Manhattan Book Award's Silver Seal; 5-Stars, Readers' Favorite & ReaderViews

Red Flash: recipient of Manhattan Book Award's Silver Seal; 5-Stars, Readers' Favorite & ReaderViews

Red Flash: recipient of Manhattan Book Award's Silver Seal; 5-Stars, Readers' Favorite & ReaderViews

THE BOOK BUZZ ON AMAZON & GOODREADS

RED FLASH by Kiva Wolfe (TM)

  • "Reading it was deeply satisfying." —Amelia Grace, 1/20/2026, Goodreads
  • "A gripping narrative that explores strength, vulnerability, and resilience." —Joshua Ryan, 1/9/2026, Goodreads
  • "...dark, compelling, and beautifully written." —James Edwards, 1/9/2026, Goodreads
  • "The writing is vivid, confident, and emotionally charged..." —Laura Willy, 1/8/2026, Goodreads
  • "A powerful story that balances suspense with human emotion beautifully." —Jimmy Helen, 1/8/2026, Goodreads
  • “This book pulls you in with its intensity and emotional depth...” —James Harry, 1/8/2026, Goodreads
  • "Red Flash by Kiva Wolfe is a gripping, high-octane read..." —Craig Lee, 12/30/2025, Amazon

A brilliant raw red diamond against a black, cave-like backdrop with the book title and author name.

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PRAISE FOR RED FLASH

“Wolfe’s narrative is packed with dramatic events… the high stakes will keep readers engaged.” —Kirkus Reviews

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From Booklife/Publishers' Weekly

"Readers who appreciate slow-burn suspense, morally complex characters, and romantic tension infused with danger will find much to admire in this moody, character-driven thriller.” —Booklife (appearing in the March 2026 issue of Publishers Weekly)

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Author Endorsements

Characters we care about...

 “Rare jewels, passion, surprise, murder, revenge – and characters we care about. Who could ask for anything more? Kiva Wolfe’s RED FLASH is a terrific, involving yarn.” Thomas Sawyer – bestselling author of The Sixteenth Man and No Place to Run, and Head Writer of Murder, She Wrote 

A superb debut novel...

 "Red Flash gives us a thrilling ride toward a shocking climax and an ending that has further story to reveal...This is a superb debut novel for Wolfe, and we'll look forward to more.” —Barbara Steiner, bestselling author of Mystery at Chilkoot Pass 

Exotic and colorful...

 "Kiva Wolfe captures the reader with a tale as exotic and colorful as the gemstones glittering its pages." — 06/05 Christone Goff, bestselling author of the Birdwatcher Mysteries 

Get your copy of Red Flash today!

Available for purchase in e-book, paperback, and hardcover.
Purchase on AmazonBarnes and NobleGoogle Books - Available March 20th, 2026Ingram Spark - Coming SoonKobo - Coming SoonLulu - Coming Soon

Enjoy Red Flash? Get Tears of Iemanjá!

Kiva Wolfe's new release is available for purchase online.
Purchase on AmazonBarnes and NobleGoogle Books - Available March 20th, 2026Ingram Spark - Coming SoonKobo - Coming SoonLulu - Coming Soon

MBA Bronze Seal Recipient

Tears of Iemanjá—recipient of the Manhattan Book Award Bronze Seal for a story that speaks with a steady heart and lingers in its own honest, memorable way.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The pen name Kiva Wolfe (TM) has been used by author Rita Hanner‑Ward since 2002. 

Only the online profiles linked directly from this website are official. 

Any other use of this name—including on OnlyFans—is unauthorized.

Author affiliated websites: ritahanner-ward.com; kivawolfe.com, and kivawolfe.net

Member: Mystery Writers of America (MWA) & SoCal Chapter; SinC National & Desert Sleuths Chapter; Arizona Mystery Writers; 

Arizona Authors Association; and Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi)


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