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Diamonds
Self-made millionaire Holly Charleston has come a long way since her homeless days. Sometimes, she believes life would have been simpler before fortune and fame. With every man she meets imagining dollar signs, she yearns for the one man who sees the real Holly. A mysterious wealthy stranger may be the one, but she must control her sexsomnia and trust issues if she hopes for a real chance at love.
Professional thief Drake Davenport is ready to begin an honest life. However, his last assignment leads him to steal the heart diamond necklace from a woman known as Ms. Frost. But Holly guards her heart close and her assets closer. Once Holly thaws to Drake's seduction attempts, he finds himself in a position of protecting her from a hired mercenary or living the life he believes he earned. Drake realizes the challenge of stealing the diamond is nothing compared to the challenge of stealing Holly's heart.
Professional thief Drake Davenport is ready to begin an honest life. However, his last assignment leads him to steal the heart diamond necklace from a woman known as Ms. Frost. But Holly guards her heart close and her assets closer. Once Holly thaws to Drake's seduction attempts, he finds himself in a position of protecting her from a hired mercenary or living the life he believes he earned. Drake realizes the challenge of stealing the diamond is nothing compared to the challenge of stealing Holly's heart.
81 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 15, 2012
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About the author
Dawn Chartier
11 books294 followersDawn Chartier is a romance author known for crafting captivating tales of love, danger, and the supernatural. With a passion for weaving complex characters and heart-pounding adventures, she brings readers into worlds where passion collides with peril, and unexpected heroes rise from the shadows.
Inspired by her Louisiana roots, Dawn’s writing often reflects her love of Southern charm, rich culture, and the unique magic of the bayou. Her Guardian-Hunter series and other works blend steamy romance, thrilling suspense, and unforgettable characters who grow through adversity.
When she’s not writing, Dawn enjoys spending time with family, chilling on the beach, and over-indulging in her love of chicory coffee, dark chocolate and Gilmore Girls.
Stay connected with Dawn for upcoming releases, events and behind-the-scenes glimpses into her writing journey at www.dawnchartierbooks.com or follower her on FB and IG.
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Bewitching the Enemy #1
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Inspired by her Louisiana roots, Dawn’s writing often reflects her love of Southern charm, rich culture, and the unique magic of the bayou. Her Guardian-Hunter series and other works blend steamy romance, thrilling suspense, and unforgettable characters who grow through adversity.
When she’s not writing, Dawn enjoys spending time with family, chilling on the beach, and over-indulging in her love of chicory coffee, dark chocolate and Gilmore Girls.
Stay connected with Dawn for upcoming releases, events and behind-the-scenes glimpses into her writing journey at www.dawnchartierbooks.com or follower her on FB and IG.
COMING MARCH 14, 2025:
THE FALLEN GUARDIAN, A Guardian-Hunter Novel (Paranormal Romance)
Enjoy reading #Witches #Warlocks #CEO's #Paladins #Shifters #NewOrleans #Louisiana #Seraphs #Sadaras #Inciters #Batonrouge #Bayou you can find my other books at iTunes, Amazon, B&N, Kobo, etc.
Contemporary Romance novels:
Masquerading With the CEO (Entangled Publishing)
Paranormal Romance novels: (These books are currently unavailable. Requested rights back from publisher. Stay turned.)
Bewitching the Enemy #1
His Wicked Desire #2
Forever Charmed #3
Not An Angel (Vampire romance)
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January 20, 2014
We kick off the story with a hen's lunch date. Four friends meet every Wednesday to gossip and exchange news. Holly's friends are glad that she's gone from skid row to fabulous wealth. They just wish she had Mr Right in her busy life. Forget Mr. Right! They'd be happy with Mr. Right Now! Holly is very career minded and suspicious of most men's motives. She always assumes they want something from her, but she's holding out for a man who will want just her. In her situation, sorting the con artists from the real thing is a tough gig.
Enter Drake Davenport. He has problems of his own. Like Holly, he comes from a very poor background. The jet-set lifestyle has worn him down and early retirement is looking really good. The difference is his job is part of an international jewelry ring, and Holly is his last assignment! Unfortunately for him, she's not the easy mark he's use to, and the first thing stolen is his heart.
This was a great adventure in a short span of words. The total length came in at 26,986, making this a great quick read. The shorter length was a bonus for the holidays. It was easy to fit in between all the cooking and crowds. Our hero was hot, and the sex was hotter. I enjoyed the ending and even found myself saying, "I can't believe she did that!" The twists and turns are interesting. I found this to be a full 4.5 star read!
Enter Drake Davenport. He has problems of his own. Like Holly, he comes from a very poor background. The jet-set lifestyle has worn him down and early retirement is looking really good. The difference is his job is part of an international jewelry ring, and Holly is his last assignment! Unfortunately for him, she's not the easy mark he's use to, and the first thing stolen is his heart.
This was a great adventure in a short span of words. The total length came in at 26,986, making this a great quick read. The shorter length was a bonus for the holidays. It was easy to fit in between all the cooking and crowds. Our hero was hot, and the sex was hotter. I enjoyed the ending and even found myself saying, "I can't believe she did that!" The twists and turns are interesting. I found this to be a full 4.5 star read!
October 2, 2012
This book is definitely intriguing! I love that the main character, Holly is a strong, determined, hard-working woman; but with her own unique quirks. I enjoyed reading how the author portrays her very-human emotions and reactions to each situation. Holly is a woman who seems to "have it all," yet is lonely and desires what most people want - someone to love her for herself, not her wealth or what she can do for him!
Drake is a charmer, and drew my interest from the beginning. He poses as a wealthy man, yet is a professional thief near retirement. He is to steal from Holly, yet finds himself intrigued with her instead. As the story heats up . . . well, you'll just have to read it for yourself to see what happens!
The story was intriguing, fun, kept my interest, and most definitely steamy. There were a few parts of the book where I felt the wording didn't quite flow as smoothly as it could, otherwise it is well-written. The story has a good plot, the theme remains constant throughout and the characters are likeable. Diamonds by author Dawn Chartier is a great book to add to any erotic romance lover's personal collection.
Drake is a charmer, and drew my interest from the beginning. He poses as a wealthy man, yet is a professional thief near retirement. He is to steal from Holly, yet finds himself intrigued with her instead. As the story heats up . . . well, you'll just have to read it for yourself to see what happens!
The story was intriguing, fun, kept my interest, and most definitely steamy. There were a few parts of the book where I felt the wording didn't quite flow as smoothly as it could, otherwise it is well-written. The story has a good plot, the theme remains constant throughout and the characters are likeable. Diamonds by author Dawn Chartier is a great book to add to any erotic romance lover's personal collection.
July 8, 2012
My Review:
B erotic
The hero is a thief. I wasn't sure that Dawn was going to be able to convert me to being happy with a happily ever after with those circumstances, but she did! Because Drake is most definitely a thief. He has been his entire life, from the time he ran away from home and his abusive father. He's uber-charming and very good at what he does, but he wants out. His handler has agreed to let him out if he does this one final job...steal the Heart Diamond from Holly.
Holly had an awful childhood. She has risen above that to become a self-made millionaire, but her childhood and men only after her money and influence have left scars. She doesn't trust often or easily, but Drake has snuck in under her walls and she's well on the way to giving him her heart.
This is an interesting premise and I was completely surprised by how Dawn worked out the story line. It was good and entertaining. It was a short novel, but I felt like there was enough depth to the story so that I completely connected to the characters. I enjoyed the book.
B erotic
The hero is a thief. I wasn't sure that Dawn was going to be able to convert me to being happy with a happily ever after with those circumstances, but she did! Because Drake is most definitely a thief. He has been his entire life, from the time he ran away from home and his abusive father. He's uber-charming and very good at what he does, but he wants out. His handler has agreed to let him out if he does this one final job...steal the Heart Diamond from Holly.
Holly had an awful childhood. She has risen above that to become a self-made millionaire, but her childhood and men only after her money and influence have left scars. She doesn't trust often or easily, but Drake has snuck in under her walls and she's well on the way to giving him her heart.
This is an interesting premise and I was completely surprised by how Dawn worked out the story line. It was good and entertaining. It was a short novel, but I felt like there was enough depth to the story so that I completely connected to the characters. I enjoyed the book.
June 28, 2012
When it says Scorching heat level, they aren’t kidding. WOW this was HOT. And better than it being hot? It had PLOT! I do love plot with my porn. Holly, a self-made millionaire who grew up homeless, is called Ms Frost by many of the men in her Florida town of Destiny. The thing is, Holly is anything but frosty, she’s just not interested in the gold diggers that are after her money. Then she meets mysterious, Drake Davenport and things change.
Drake is a professional thief who is supposed to be stealing the Heart Diamond from Holly, but while he is sneaking around her house in the middle of the night, he witnesses her having an episode of sexsomnia (a condition in which a person will engage in sexual acts while still asleep). Eventually, they end up on a date and come together in an explosion of heat and passion.
The plot is well written, the sex scenes are erotic and intense without being over the top vulgar. If you want a hot bedtime story, pick up Diamonds.
Drake is a professional thief who is supposed to be stealing the Heart Diamond from Holly, but while he is sneaking around her house in the middle of the night, he witnesses her having an episode of sexsomnia (a condition in which a person will engage in sexual acts while still asleep). Eventually, they end up on a date and come together in an explosion of heat and passion.
The plot is well written, the sex scenes are erotic and intense without being over the top vulgar. If you want a hot bedtime story, pick up Diamonds.
November 2, 2013
Captures the Reader from the Very First Line
I really enjoyed this story. Holly Charleston is a woman who learned that trust was a weakness and men only wanted her for her millions. When she meets a dark, mysterious man who appears to be just as wealthy, she tentatively opens her heart to the charming stranger. Unfortunately, he’s a man who can’t be trusted.
Diamonds by Dawn Chartier was a terrific read. Ms. Chartier drew me into the hopes and dreams of both characters from the very beginning. I genuinely liked them and had me hoping for a happy ending even as I couldn’t imagine how Holly and Drake could possibly find their way to each other beyond Drake’s deception.
Ms. Chartier created a believable plot, mixed in a little suspense, and, of course, climaxed it with great, hot sex. I can’t wait until her next story.
I really enjoyed this story. Holly Charleston is a woman who learned that trust was a weakness and men only wanted her for her millions. When she meets a dark, mysterious man who appears to be just as wealthy, she tentatively opens her heart to the charming stranger. Unfortunately, he’s a man who can’t be trusted.
Diamonds by Dawn Chartier was a terrific read. Ms. Chartier drew me into the hopes and dreams of both characters from the very beginning. I genuinely liked them and had me hoping for a happy ending even as I couldn’t imagine how Holly and Drake could possibly find their way to each other beyond Drake’s deception.
Ms. Chartier created a believable plot, mixed in a little suspense, and, of course, climaxed it with great, hot sex. I can’t wait until her next story.
December 12, 2012
Dawn really knows how to do romance! And by romance,I mean goood romance! I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more by this author. Pick it up, you'll be glad you did.
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