Publisher: Ewephoric Publishing
Date of Publication: March 20, 2018, Revised 2022
Hold on for a heart-thumping adventure through exotic lands in this fast moving, romantic suspense mystery by Marlene M Bell.
Stolen Obsession by Marlene M. Bell has been newly updated in 2022 and kicks off the Annalisse Series in spectacular glory, filled to the brim with dynamic characters, international intrigue, a budding romance, and dynamite action. The books in this series could stand alone without loss of enjoyment, but they are connected, so definitely pick this one up first so that you can enjoy the character development and all the evolving plots and luscious scenery across the entire series.
Can an alleged cursed necklace really cause so much trouble? Yes, apparently, because Stolen Obsession starts off with some pretty heavy-duty drama, sending the story directly into high gear right out of the gate. Annalisse Drury is a jewelry appraiser working for Generosa Zavos at the Zavos Gallery in Lower Manhattan. Gen’s son, Alec Zavos, is intelligent and drop-dead gorgeous and could have any woman he wants by his side. Alec has set his sights on Annalisse, but she has some misgivings about starting a romantic relationship with such an affluent, good looking heartbreaker. It’s not all about love, though. Stolen Obsession goes way beyond a cotton-candy love story because when tragedy strikes and people wind up dead or missing, the plot is catapulted to the next level, overflowing with plenty of action; mystery; and, of course, l’amour.
The pacing in Stolen Obsession is meteoric, and the overall plot is a dream for readers who love plenty of adventure, mystery, humor, peril, and romance filling the pages.
Marlene M. Bell has created a fabulous character base in Stolen Obsession, keeping readers thoroughly engaged with the main actors, and even several minor ones, who can never seem to escape turmoil, drama, and complete pandemonium on the global stage. Pick up the first in this fabulous series, Stolen Obsession, and find out if Alec and Annalisse can kindle true romance amidst all the murder and mayhem.
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I received a free copy of this book from Lone Star Book Blog Tours in exchange for my honest review.
Marlene M. Bell is an eclectic mystery writer, artist, photographer, and she raises sheep in beautiful East Texas with her husband, Gregg, three cats and a flock of horned Dorset sheep.
The Annalisse series — mysteries with a touch of romance — has received numerous honors including the Independent Press Award for Best Mystery (Spent Identity) and FAPA (Florida Author’s President’s Gold Award) for two other installments, Stolen Obsession and Scattered Legacy. She also penned the first of her children’s picture books, Mia and Nattie: One Great Team! based on true events from the Bell’s ranch. The simple text and illustrations are a touching tribute of compassion and love between a little girl and her lamb.
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Love that “meteoric” pace! Thanks for a great review!
Thanks! This entire series is Dyn-O-Mite!
Ruthie, what a stellar review of Stolen Obsession! I don’t know what to say except send you a huge thank you for your comments. This book popped over 100 Amazon reviews today, and I’m sure your review took it over the top. Thanks again for reading the entire Annalisse series! (I agree, “Meteoric” is a grand word for the pacing! It’s what I do.)