The Fate Diamond Series, an original story by Maury K Downs

the storyline

The animate power of the cosmos within the Almasi Ya Kifo diamonds amplifies all the harmonic energy of the possessor. For example, the generous intentions of a kindhearted person’s goodwill can be intensified, positively affecting others around them. They may also be protected from harm, from anything or anyone. Conversely, individuals disreputable in character will find pronounced misfortune along their path while keeping the stones.

In diverse cultures the mysterious gems are known as “Fate Diamonds” because of the wealth and good luck they are said to bestow. Although they can bring good luck, the diamonds are legendarily known for the peculiar misgivings and calamities that follow when possessing them. Hence, their notorious epithet, Almasi Ya Kifo. A lingo in Swahili loosely meaning, “Death Diamonds”. Nevertheless, the diamonds are considered priceless by many experts in the diamond industry. The gems are so rare and the legend such a mystique, that they are tirelessly sought after by many gem collectors, and greedy thieves.

Certain ancient tribes around the world acknowledge that the diamonds hold supernatural powers and retain an energy beyond any comprehension. These are the tribes that have a profound belief regarding the danger of these stones. They are people sworn under armistice and primed through ritual to keep the stones safely hidden when they fall in their possession at any given time.

Legend has it the diamonds were discovered in Africa. Although, the exact origin is unknown. The supernatural powers of the diamonds are the compelling conversations of legend and cultural folklore. Myth or fact, magic or science? This can only be determined by the individual experiencing these intense affects.

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Almasi Ya Kifo, by Maury and Lorna Downs

This is the first of five books from The Fate Diamond Series, published by Jewel Sky Publications & Productions.

Paulo Pineda is a mid-20s young man always on the prowl for the latest money ploy he can take advantage of. Paulo also gambles, all the time. He plays the slots one night at the local Native American casino and gambles away his paycheck. Not to worry, because he wins money participating in a risky multilevel wagering gimmick. Then he loses it all gambling at the casino, again. Paulo is irresponsible with money. He often borrows money to recover his unlucky losses.

But his luck changes. On his way home from another losing streak at the casino, he crosses paths with Joseph Ashe, a low-life who has stolen the Almasi Ya Kifo diamonds from his shady business partner. Through a crazy calamitous circumstance, Paulo ends up with the stolen diamonds.

Paulo is unaware of the legend of the diamonds but, on first sight of the lustrous and beguiling gems, he immediately believes he will be rich beyond his dreams. He is rapt, consumed by greed.

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Paulo approaches his knowledgeable aunt, Elvie for advice on the value of what he now possesses and how he can sell them. She is an expert in the movement and trading of precious gems. She immediately recognizes the stones and cautions Paulo that he has the notorious Almasi Ya Kifo gems in his possession. But he is not concerned.

Near-death incidents suddenly close in on him. But despite the calamity and danger he’s been experiencing, the greed in his heart to keep the diamonds and exploit their value clouds his better judgement.

Elvie is finally able to convince Paulo to rid himself of the cursed diamonds. Through her high-level and discreet contacts, Elvie devises a complex plan. Fashion model, Xenyatta (Xen) Davenport is a secret gem transporter. She has an assignment to deliver gems to another secretive transporter in Italy. At LAX airport, Xen is waiting to depart. The plan is for Paulo to covertly stash the cursed diamonds into Xen’s hand luggage. Then, she will be the unknowing custodian of the notorious Almasi Ya Kifo diamonds.

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Xentastic, by Maury K Downs

Literary Titan Silver Award winner! Book two of The Fate Diamond Series: XENTASTIC

Adapted from The Way You See Me Now, and the award-winning film, Xentastic. Screenplay by Henning Morales. Directed by Henning Morales

She’s in possession of stolen diamonds, but she doesn’t know. Now someone wants them back. Xenyatta Davenport, (Xen to those that know her) is a well-known fashion model and has graced the covers of many magazines. She’s gorgeous, smart and kind, and just a little bit quirky.

What isn’t known, is that Xen also has a covert and ultra-confidential side profession; transporting precious gems for insurance companies. Xen has arrived into Italy to complete her latest secret assignment. As in previous missions, there was a clandestine handover of the gems to Xen at Los Angeles International Airport. Now she is patiently waiting for her Italian contact, ready to conclude the secretive delivery. Xen’s Italian contact becomes fearfully alarmed to recognize the cursed Almasi Ya Kifo diamonds are part of the delivery.

She is beyond disturbed and vehemently refuses to accept the diamonds and thrusts them back to Xen. Xen had unknowingly received the mysterious Almasi Ya Kifo diamonds as part of her assignment. Now Xen is wondering how she ended up with them? Like others before her, Xen will experience some of the strange unquantifiable energy that the diamonds retain. What will those effects be... enchanting or precarious?

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Barracuda, by Maury and Lorna Downs

Barracuda is the third award-winning, book of the month novelette in the sci-fi Fate Diamonds series!

Paulo is consumed by an unquenchable wanting. His thoughts are preoccupied with the selfish hope to find the Almasi Ya Kifo diamonds again and keep them for himself. He is convinced the legendary gemstones will bring him wealth beyond his dreams this time.

Paulo meets his boss, Karen, and her friends in Las Vegas. They have a wonderful time together at a local nightclub. Afterwards, Paulo stays up gambling all night. Disappointed, he is not winning; his thoughts reflect on the mysterious diamonds and how his luck would be better if he still had them. He wishes his aunt Elvie never coerced him into thinking the diamonds are cursed, and how stashing the precious gems with that model transporter was best for him.

Paulo’s conversations and relationships with people are centered around his money schemes. He is more involved with his risky ventures than getting to know the woman of his dreams, Karen better. Consequently, it is his obsession with finding the Almasi Ya Kifo diamonds again that interferes with his blossoming relationship with her.

Paulo and Karen have another dinner date. By what seems more than coincidence, Paulo sees the model transporter, Xen again. She is at the same restaurant! Paulo is certain she still has the notorious diamonds in her possession. Paulo decides to tail Xen. He follows her to Lake Arrowhead. He watches covertly at what appears to be a secret handover. Paulo sees a man on a motorcycle receive something interesting. Did the transporter model, Xen, secretly give the Almasi Ya Kifo diamonds away? Paulo must know.

Compelled by pure greed, Paulo considers his next determined selfish actions. To resolve his circumstance, Paulo must consider a change for the better. Something Paulo has not yet given any thought to.

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