Fast-paced, funny and totally engaging, Monkey Business blends adventure and romance in an irresistible, laugh-out-loud read.

Erica Jewell thinks being a part-time vigilante is stressful enough without the added pressures of a demanding day job, annoying family and bossy cat. Now her mysterious lover has gone off on some clandestine mission, without leaving a forwarding address. Erica reckons that's typical of handsome hired-gun Jack Jones - he'd rather risk his life than his heart.

Then Erica discovers with a shock that Jack is missing-in-action on the jungle-infested island of Saint Sebastian. When no-one will help or even acknowledge Jack's existence, Erica knows she's his only chance. But negotiating her way around lawless and sweltering Sebastian, where monkey business abounds, proves far more dangerous than expected.

Praise for Rough Diamond

'If you like Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum, you'll love this new heroine Erica Jewell from Melbourne author Ledson. In this debut . . . the heroine becomes involved with a team of vigilantes, with hilarious results.'
Sunday Telegraph

'Fans of Stephanie Plum rejoice. There's a new undercover angel in town.'
Marie Claire

'Blends romantic escapism and adventure. Ledson captivates her readers with characters that are memorable and real and refreshingly Australian. Reading her novel is akin to chatting to a very likeable friend.'
West Australian

'Sexual tension and a thrilling ride.'
Daily Telegraph

'Funny and thrilling.'
Cleo

'This lively tale provides a good mixture of romantic escapism and thrills that is sure to appeal to fans of Stephanie Plum.'
Canberra Times

'A witty, action-packed debut novel . . . a really fun Australian mystery with a loveable heroine and a mysterious hero.'
Australian Bookshelf

'Delightfully funny, light-hearted and fast-paced . . . Move over Stephanie Plum - Erica Jewell is in the house '
Book Muster Down Under

'A terrific first novel that women everywhere are going to find hard not to love . . . an irresistibly entertaining read. Kathryn Ledson is indeed a real, rare and rather polished diamond.'
Australian Women Online

'A rollicking tale with fabulous characters, lots of laughs and an exciting plot. A new star on the rise in Australian romantic fiction '
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