Title: Stolen Life
A Diamond Magnate Novel
Series: Beauty in the Stolen Trilogy #2
Author: Charmaine Pauls
Genre: Dark Romance
Release Date: May 18, 2021
BLURB
Ian Hart stole a night of my life but he took so much more. His obsession pinned a label on me. His lust put me in an impossible situation. Now I have to choose sides. I have to decide between right and wrong. Only, no matter what choice I make, each comes with dreadful consequences. There’s only one way this can end—how every tragedy ends.
*Stolen Life is Book 2 of the Beauty in the Stolen trilogy and ends on a cliffhanger. Book 3 will be released on 22 June 2021.
Other books in the Diamond Magnate collection:
Beauty in the Broken (Standalone)
Diamonds are Forever trilogy
Diamonds in the Dust (Book 1)
Diamonds in the Rough (Book 2)
Diamonds are Forever (Book 3)
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EXCERPT
His voice lowers with intent. “Know this, if you do run, I’ll slap a pair of ankle cuffs on you so fast you won’t have time to say my name. There’ll be no more playing nice. I’ll tie you to my bed if that’s what I have to do.” Cupping my jaw, he delivers the threat with a soft kiss on my lips. “The choice is yours.”
The heavy blow is dealt with tender words. They sift down like snowflakes to settle cold in my heart. I tremble as he pushes me down onto the hood and leans over me.
“What will it be, Cas?”
He’s not asking if I’m on board with this limited version of freedom. When he unbuttons my jeans, he’s asking a different question, and, as always, when he slips his hand into my underwear, he gets the truth.
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AUTHOR BIO
Charmaine Pauls was born in Bloemfontein, South Africa. She obtained a degree in Communication at the University of Potchestroom, and followed a diverse career path in journalism, public relations, advertising, communications, photography, graphic design, and brand marketing. Her writing has always been an integral part of her professions.
After relocating to Chile with her French husband, she fulfilled her passion to write creatively full-time. Charmaine has published over twenty novels since 2011, as well as several short stories and articles. Two of her shorts have been selected by the International Literary Society for an anthology from across the African continent.
When she is not writing, she likes to travel, read, and rescue cats. Charmaine currently lives in France with her husband and children. Their household is a linguistic mélange of Afrikaans, English, French and Spanish.
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Let me start by saying, this book and this series holds a special place in my heart. It took me back to my earlier homeland of Botswana & Zimbabwe. These places are home, the people my friends and the language & customs enveloped me like a warm blanket.
Then comes the skilful writing by charmaine who creates this volatile and turbulent love story in the backdrop of serene and peaceful natural environment. You're standing in the jungles of Zimbabwe, staring at the Zambezi river, but Charmaine never lets your guard down.
"Sins and wicked deeds happen in the dark. In the shadows that give way to night, I steal what’s left of her resistance, taking her pleasure like a thief and owning it like it’s my right."
The story and landscape are full of predators of all kinds. From crocs to rabid baboons to vily arms dealers to conniving casino owners. There's thrilling heist and robberies right alongside thumping African drums and thumping feet around the campfire. There's love and betrayal side by side. Distrust and total commitment all in the same breath. Growth and debilitation swim along together in Rapids of Zambezi.
"My heart won’t give me another choice. It may be the weakest organ in my body, but it has always had the strongest will. That’s what fighting does. It makes you strong."
The ending is stunning, left me speechless. I did not see that coming!!
"In hindsight, our violent start couldn’t end in a different way. I hoped for a fairy tale, but villains don’t make heroes. I forgot about the most important rule my dad taught me. You reap what you sow."
The story swallowed me whole in its lusty warmth and icy danger and I'm still reeling with its impact.
Unforgettable and unique, It's an intoxicating experience which will leave you hungry for more
#WriteCharmaineWrite, I'm already having separation anxiety already!!
5 stars for Weakest organ & headstrong heart
Then comes the skilful writing by charmaine who creates this volatile and turbulent love story in the backdrop of serene and peaceful natural environment. You're standing in the jungles of Zimbabwe, staring at the Zambezi river, but Charmaine never lets your guard down.
"Sins and wicked deeds happen in the dark. In the shadows that give way to night, I steal what’s left of her resistance, taking her pleasure like a thief and owning it like it’s my right."
The story and landscape are full of predators of all kinds. From crocs to rabid baboons to vily arms dealers to conniving casino owners. There's thrilling heist and robberies right alongside thumping African drums and thumping feet around the campfire. There's love and betrayal side by side. Distrust and total commitment all in the same breath. Growth and debilitation swim along together in Rapids of Zambezi.
"My heart won’t give me another choice. It may be the weakest organ in my body, but it has always had the strongest will. That’s what fighting does. It makes you strong."
The ending is stunning, left me speechless. I did not see that coming!!
"In hindsight, our violent start couldn’t end in a different way. I hoped for a fairy tale, but villains don’t make heroes. I forgot about the most important rule my dad taught me. You reap what you sow."
The story swallowed me whole in its lusty warmth and icy danger and I'm still reeling with its impact.
Unforgettable and unique, It's an intoxicating experience which will leave you hungry for more
#WriteCharmaineWrite, I'm already having separation anxiety already!!
5 stars for Weakest organ & headstrong heart
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