The Last Tiara

With several intertwining mysteries and a nod to romance, this historical tale of the demise of Mother Russia, a hidden treasure, and long lost love illustrates how the wounds of war can leave a hole in the truth despite a mother's love and best intentions." - Booklist 

"Engrossing...chronicles a New York City architect's quest to unravel the mystery behind a tiara she finds hidden in a wall of her late mother's Manhattan apartment in 1948...a wonderfully twisty plot...that keeps the reader wanting to know more. Fans of Russian history and art will find much to appreciate in this winning story." - Publishers Weekly 

"Filled with strong female characters, striking plot twists, and heartrending romance, The Last Tiara is historical fiction as its very best. I highly recommend it." - Fiona Davis, New York Times-bestselling author author of The Lions of Fifth Avenue 

"This is the book we all need now. In this lush, romantic, expertly-crafted tale of hidden jewels and family secrets, M.J. Rose transports us to 1915 Russia and 1948 New York, to entwine the lives of two strong women. I disappeared into this story and didn't want to come back."​ - Wendy Webb, bestselling author of The Haunting of Brynn Wilder