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The Deadly Dearings: Book 8 of the Carrows Family Chronicles
Villains don’t play by the rules. Why should the heroes?
Enter the Carrows family.
Charles Carrows and his growing family move to Belgravia, London, and settle into Britain for the foreseeable future. As they try to secure the success of Carrows London Hotel and Casino in Britain by building on the momentum gained after the queen’s unprecedented visit, Charles and his family become aware of a debt-bondage scheme being run out of an established British institution—right down the street.
The family employs the full investigative forces of Macchi & Macchi and other legally questionable resources to uncover the organization, but they need help from Scotland Yard too. It’s a sticky situation. But with lives on the line, how far will the Carrows go?
One thing is for sure: London and Nairobi will never be the same.
Enjoy another wild ride as the family saga continues—billionaire caper mystery at its finest.
Watch their smoke.
Enter the Carrows family.
Charles Carrows and his growing family move to Belgravia, London, and settle into Britain for the foreseeable future. As they try to secure the success of Carrows London Hotel and Casino in Britain by building on the momentum gained after the queen’s unprecedented visit, Charles and his family become aware of a debt-bondage scheme being run out of an established British institution—right down the street.
The family employs the full investigative forces of Macchi & Macchi and other legally questionable resources to uncover the organization, but they need help from Scotland Yard too. It’s a sticky situation. But with lives on the line, how far will the Carrows go?
One thing is for sure: London and Nairobi will never be the same.
Enjoy another wild ride as the family saga continues—billionaire caper mystery at its finest.
Watch their smoke.
390 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 23, 2023
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About the author
Annabelle Lewis
16 books122 followersAnnabelle Lewis, a pseudonym for the author, lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Regrettably? Perhaps. She still believes she’s a Texan even though the math no longer supports that. Nor her birthplace. Nor her residence. No offense, Minnesota. You’ve got your good points too, but only about six months of the year.
In her youth, Annabelle was a complete failure. Ask anyone who knew her. Any of her teachers and family would tell you this. High school graduation was a sad day for all when Annabelle walked proudly off the high school stage, her thoughts consumed with boys, beer, and after-parties, and later into the arms of her parents. Her father’s laughter and singular remark? “I didn’t think you’d make it. Get a job at the post office, they have a good retirement plan.”
A high bar and words to live by, but Annabelle wanted more. She needed to flunk out of college too. But damn, she sure did have a good time. Trivial arrest records not-withstanding, it was a growth period for our girl. And if you look closely, you’ll see a bit of what was to come when she majored in criminal justice. Her lifelong aspiration was to become a judge. Hmm.
For better or worse, Annabelle didn’t graduate from college but did find gainful employment and a fulfilling career. This path ended when she became a mom. Married to her wonderful George, who to this day can hardly remember an actual proposal, Annabelle finally became a mother. She didn’t have a clue how hard she would need to work to keep those self-imposed requirements of Downey-fresh, iron-pressed sheets, home-baked meals, and mom-of-the-year awards arriving. She composed a small self-affirmation song and made her children sing it to her for money. She was a very good mom.
After clearing the largest hurdles of motherhood and regrettably, begrudgingly, and not-without-tears, launching her children onto the world, she looked around and realized she had a lot to say. Picking up a laptop, she got to work.
Annabelle spends her days continuing to tackle the challenges of motherhood, for both her humans and canines. She also writes. And reads. And cleans. And cooks. And bakes. And cleans again. She also supports her husband, George, in an administrative capacity for their small business. She’s in charge of payroll and cuts George’s checks. This leads to no marital acrimony.
In the beginning, with the blank page staring at her and possibly in a hostile mood after being literally mauled by a dog and by the world in general, she had an idea. What if she could wield a force of good upon unsuspecting evil-doers? What if she had the resources to get the job done without dealing with committee and anyone else’s whiney-ass opinions?
It was gold. It took off. Annabelle sat down and began to write and couldn’t stop. To date, having written over a million words in the Carrows Family Chronicles and her second series on the Boston Clairvoyants, several items have become quite clear. Annabelle had a lot to say. Annabelle really enjoys writing. And although she hates all things technology, she begrudgingly pounds her head on her desk daily as obstacles are thrown in her path. Almost a hero.
Since entering her world of make-believe, she has rebelled against all intrusion of real-world responsibilities. Her house is a mess, but she tries. Her family is fed, but more often than not, on takeout. She vows to shower every day, but no, it’s a vow she’ll never keep. Her friends are neglected, but not in her heart.
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Read her books! Follow her on social platforms! Sign up for her newsletter! These are all good things. What are you waiting for? Jump into bed with Annabelle. She’s having a swell time. You should join her.
In her youth, Annabelle was a complete failure. Ask anyone who knew her. Any of her teachers and family would tell you this. High school graduation was a sad day for all when Annabelle walked proudly off the high school stage, her thoughts consumed with boys, beer, and after-parties, and later into the arms of her parents. Her father’s laughter and singular remark? “I didn’t think you’d make it. Get a job at the post office, they have a good retirement plan.”
A high bar and words to live by, but Annabelle wanted more. She needed to flunk out of college too. But damn, she sure did have a good time. Trivial arrest records not-withstanding, it was a growth period for our girl. And if you look closely, you’ll see a bit of what was to come when she majored in criminal justice. Her lifelong aspiration was to become a judge. Hmm.
For better or worse, Annabelle didn’t graduate from college but did find gainful employment and a fulfilling career. This path ended when she became a mom. Married to her wonderful George, who to this day can hardly remember an actual proposal, Annabelle finally became a mother. She didn’t have a clue how hard she would need to work to keep those self-imposed requirements of Downey-fresh, iron-pressed sheets, home-baked meals, and mom-of-the-year awards arriving. She composed a small self-affirmation song and made her children sing it to her for money. She was a very good mom.
After clearing the largest hurdles of motherhood and regrettably, begrudgingly, and not-without-tears, launching her children onto the world, she looked around and realized she had a lot to say. Picking up a laptop, she got to work.
Annabelle spends her days continuing to tackle the challenges of motherhood, for both her humans and canines. She also writes. And reads. And cleans. And cooks. And bakes. And cleans again. She also supports her husband, George, in an administrative capacity for their small business. She’s in charge of payroll and cuts George’s checks. This leads to no marital acrimony.
In the beginning, with the blank page staring at her and possibly in a hostile mood after being literally mauled by a dog and by the world in general, she had an idea. What if she could wield a force of good upon unsuspecting evil-doers? What if she had the resources to get the job done without dealing with committee and anyone else’s whiney-ass opinions?
It was gold. It took off. Annabelle sat down and began to write and couldn’t stop. To date, having written over a million words in the Carrows Family Chronicles and her second series on the Boston Clairvoyants, several items have become quite clear. Annabelle had a lot to say. Annabelle really enjoys writing. And although she hates all things technology, she begrudgingly pounds her head on her desk daily as obstacles are thrown in her path. Almost a hero.
Since entering her world of make-believe, she has rebelled against all intrusion of real-world responsibilities. Her house is a mess, but she tries. Her family is fed, but more often than not, on takeout. She vows to shower every day, but no, it’s a vow she’ll never keep. Her friends are neglected, but not in her heart.
Read her mordacious blog!
Read her books! Follow her on social platforms! Sign up for her newsletter! These are all good things. What are you waiting for? Jump into bed with Annabelle. She’s having a swell time. You should join her.
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May 1, 2023
Annabelle Lewis is back with the eighth book in her tantalizing saga of the rich and powerful Carrows family of California. Already richer than some countries, the family has reached out for more wealth and more power by expanding abroad. Heir apparent Charles opens a state of the art hotel-casino in London. No sooner does he do that than he discovers something amiss in a competitor’s casino. He learns of a massive debt bondage and prostitution scheme masterminded by his competitor. Once he learns this, his job of managing the new hotel takes a backseat. But he finds the local police lukewarm about investigating his allegations. This forces Charles to take matters into his own hands and focuses on the rescue of a Kenyan employee who got trapped in the scheme. Unraveling the mystery of what happened takes us through many delightful twists and turns involving high-stakes casinos, Scotland Yard, and Nairobi itself.
Well worth a read.
Well worth a read.
March 26, 2023
The Carrows are at it again, taking on the old establishment and looking out for unfortunate souls being exploited because of their circumstances. Charles is at his best, guiding the strategy while wielding his wealth like a scalpel in the hands of a skilled surgeon. Scotland Yard is involved, but on whose side? This is a great read that draws you in from the beginning and holds you until the last page!
March 29, 2023
The Deadly Dearings: Book 8 of the Carrows Family Chronicles is another great book by Annabelle Lewis. Fast paced, beautifully written, with tension building throughout.
All of Annabelle's books are wonderful reads and this one might be the best. I read it in two days.
Glenn Hayen
All of Annabelle's books are wonderful reads and this one might be the best. I read it in two days.
Glenn Hayen
April 3, 2023
Annabelle delivers again with this new tale of our favorite team of protagonists taking on a formidable villain.
October 29, 2023
The Carrows don’t mess around. A clever and page-turning read. Annabelle really knows how to create a chewy villain. The whole series is fun and well-written!
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