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)
Amount of sex – 3.5 / 5 How explicit are the sex scenes – 4 / 5 Story – 5 / 5 Overall – 5 / 5
Flipping Fantabulous!
Stolen Life is the second book in the Beauty in the Stolen trilogy, which takes place in the author’s Diamond Magnate world. When I began reading Stolen Lust, the first book in the series, I tried to figure out how this story fits within the Diamond Magnate world. I kept coming up with different ideas, but then, partway through this second book, it all clicked. Now, I’m even more excited, if that’s possible, to see what happens next! But, don’t worry! If you’re new to this world, you can still read the series without any issues.
Stolen Lust, the first book in the series, left us with a huge cliffhanger. I seriously counted the days, and as soon as I saw Stolen Life on my Kindle, I dove right in. Oh, and let me tell you, it was flawlessly written and impossible to put down. Charmaine has a way of writing that makes the characters and scenery come to life. I felt like I was there with Cas, and it filled me with so many different emotions that left me begging for more!
Ian is such a strong alpha male, and he tends to make me weak in the knees. However, I wish he would trust Cas a little more. I loved how she tried to take charge of her situation. She kept surprising Ian, and I loved that. But I got to tell you; I may have cursed Charmaine a couple of times during that last chapter! Seriously!
Now, I’m counting the days again for the next book, Stolen Love, to be released!
Voluntarily Reviewed an Advanced Copy
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.
Ian Hart is the most notorious criminal in the country. Like the thief he is, he came in the dark and stole a night of my life.
He left me with souvenirs. Disaster and fear are my new realities. I’ll forever look over my shoulder, terrified he’d return, because when he took me, he stole more than just a few hours of my time.
His crime has consequences neither of us could’ve imagined. If I’m to escape the nightmare of my life, I have to outsmart him. If I’m to survive, I have to outwit every enemy he’s turned against me, including Ian himself, the most dangerous and cleverest man I know.
*Stolen Lust is Book 1 of the Beauty in the Stolen trilogy and ends on a cliffhanger. Book 2 will be released on 18 May 2021 and Book 3 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)
Amount of sex – 3.5 / 5 How explicit are the sex scenes – 3.5 / 5 Story – 5 / 5 Overall – 5 / 5
Another fabulous story by author Charmaine Pauls!
Stolen Lust is the first book in the Beauty in the Stolen trilogy, which takes place in the author’s Diamond Magnate world. I’ve read all of the books within this world, and I’ve loved every one of them! So, when I discovered Charmaine’s newest trilogy, I jumped at the chance to read it. If you’re new to the Diamond Magnate world, you can still read this story without any issues. However, I suggest adding Beauty in the Broken and the Diamonds are Forever Trilogy to your TBR list!
Stolen Lust is a dark romance, which tells the story of Cassandra Joubert and Ian Hart. The storyline was gripping and deliciously steamy, and I was on the edge of my seat throughout the whole story! I love Ian and Cas’s chemistry, and I about died the last couple of chapters of the book! Just a reminder that since this is the first book in the trilogy, it will end with a cliffhanger. Oh, and it’s a doozy!
I can’t wait for Stolen Life, the second book in the trilogy, which is expected to be released in May.
Voluntarily Reviewed an Advanced Copy
Releasing June 22
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.
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