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Butta'
Re-edited and re-titled to start the series over at the top:
Introducing Butta’—The victim of a devastating loss by the hand of the world’s most powerful man, Lingo Stein of Stein Diamonds Industries. His network of friends in high places is so inexhaustible, it’s impossible to touch him.
On the eve of Lingo’s anniversary celebrating fifteen years of owning the Earth’s largest diamonds, he unveils his greatest achievement: a high tech vault at the top of his new, 112-story tower, equipped with the deadliest security system designed by man. Everything from Gatling guns to laser cannon jet-powered sentries.
This is the moment Butta’ waited for. The opportunity to avenge her family and prove, once and for all, the means to Lingo’s vast wealth was stolen from her father. Assisted by her three, trusted friends and a rogue thief, Butta’ leads a daring heist at the tower and to take Lingo’s life.
Will executing Lingo Stein bring closure to her life-long suffering? Can anyone ever effectively seek revenge against a global mastermind? Or will she sacrifice the lives of her friends to settle an old score?
Introducing Butta’—The victim of a devastating loss by the hand of the world’s most powerful man, Lingo Stein of Stein Diamonds Industries. His network of friends in high places is so inexhaustible, it’s impossible to touch him.
On the eve of Lingo’s anniversary celebrating fifteen years of owning the Earth’s largest diamonds, he unveils his greatest achievement: a high tech vault at the top of his new, 112-story tower, equipped with the deadliest security system designed by man. Everything from Gatling guns to laser cannon jet-powered sentries.
This is the moment Butta’ waited for. The opportunity to avenge her family and prove, once and for all, the means to Lingo’s vast wealth was stolen from her father. Assisted by her three, trusted friends and a rogue thief, Butta’ leads a daring heist at the tower and to take Lingo’s life.
Will executing Lingo Stein bring closure to her life-long suffering? Can anyone ever effectively seek revenge against a global mastermind? Or will she sacrifice the lives of her friends to settle an old score?
- GenresUrban
215 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 1, 2007
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About the author
Corey Aaron Burkes
15 books8 followers🎬 Author, Filmmaker, and Creative Visionary
Corey Aaron Burkes, is a versatile storyteller with a passion for weaving captivating narratives across literature and film. With a prolific portfolio spanning novels, short stories, and films, Burkes is known for his ability to transport audiences to diverse worlds filled with suspense, magic, and thought-provoking themes.
📖 Books:
Burkes is the creative force behind a collection of novels and short stories that showcase his mastery of storytelling. From the suspenseful "Butta'" to the historical fiction of "The Turning of Enoch Balthazar Wilde," each work reveals a commitment to creating immersive literary experiences. Other notable works include "CommonSense" and the upcoming "Self-Rising Flower."
🎥 Films:
In the realm of filmmaking, Burkes has produced compelling short films that explore the human experience. "Predawn" and "The Social Challenge" are among his recent cinematic endeavors, both submitted to prestigious film festivals worldwide. These films serve as visual extensions of Burkes' narrative prowess.
🎙️ Podcasting:
Look out for Burkes' upcoming podcast, "Self-Rising Flower," where the art of storytelling meets the immersive world of audio drama. The podcast promises to deliver enthralling narratives and captivating performances.
🌐 Beyond the Pages:
Beyond traditional mediums, Corey Aaron Burkes is a visionary embracing the intersection of art and technology. His works not only transport readers and viewers but also engage audiences in thought-provoking explorations of the human condition.
Join Corey Aaron Burkes on an extraordinary journey through literature, film, and the evolving landscape of entertainment. Follow for updates on new releases, behind-the-scenes content, and a front-row seat to the creative mind behind the intellectual properties that continue to shape unforgettable experiences.
Corey Aaron Burkes, is a versatile storyteller with a passion for weaving captivating narratives across literature and film. With a prolific portfolio spanning novels, short stories, and films, Burkes is known for his ability to transport audiences to diverse worlds filled with suspense, magic, and thought-provoking themes.
📖 Books:
Burkes is the creative force behind a collection of novels and short stories that showcase his mastery of storytelling. From the suspenseful "Butta'" to the historical fiction of "The Turning of Enoch Balthazar Wilde," each work reveals a commitment to creating immersive literary experiences. Other notable works include "CommonSense" and the upcoming "Self-Rising Flower."
🎥 Films:
In the realm of filmmaking, Burkes has produced compelling short films that explore the human experience. "Predawn" and "The Social Challenge" are among his recent cinematic endeavors, both submitted to prestigious film festivals worldwide. These films serve as visual extensions of Burkes' narrative prowess.
🎙️ Podcasting:
Look out for Burkes' upcoming podcast, "Self-Rising Flower," where the art of storytelling meets the immersive world of audio drama. The podcast promises to deliver enthralling narratives and captivating performances.
🌐 Beyond the Pages:
Beyond traditional mediums, Corey Aaron Burkes is a visionary embracing the intersection of art and technology. His works not only transport readers and viewers but also engage audiences in thought-provoking explorations of the human condition.
Join Corey Aaron Burkes on an extraordinary journey through literature, film, and the evolving landscape of entertainment. Follow for updates on new releases, behind-the-scenes content, and a front-row seat to the creative mind behind the intellectual properties that continue to shape unforgettable experiences.
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April 6, 2008
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Corey Burkes has defined Urban Fiction with his debut novel, Butta and the Tower of Bling. Delivering a suspenseful, action packed read that is absolutely original and loaded with in your face attitude.
Lingo Stein had gone to great lengths to establish his company, Stein Diamonds as the number one diamond producing company in the world and he would go even further to protect it. Certain that Lingo Stein’s vast enterprise and extensive wealth had been built upon a creation stolen from her father, Butta dedicated herself to one thing…revenge!
Getting her hands on a man that was seemingly untouchable would take a great deal of planning and would involve substantial risks. Together with three of her trusted friends Butta begins laying the groundwork for the a high tech heist and a cold-blooded execution. Fifteen years in the making, Lingo unveils his latest project, a diamond vault, housed in a brand new, state of the art tower. And this is just what Butta had been waiting for…but she would have only one shot…she had to make it count! Successfully breaching Lingo’s extensive and quite deadly security system was only part of a much larger plan. The questions swirl as the tension rises…Can revenge bring comfort to the grieving? How far is too far?
A refreshing novel that never feels fake or rushed…it flows easily, with each chapter adding depth and substance to this detailed picture of urban culture. You will find no cookie-cut characters or stifled dialogue here, instead, Burkes allowed the cast of characters to be true to themselves– If a character is an unpolished rogue thief, the context of their narrative reads as such. Burkes ability to draw out such strong emotions and portray dastardly deeds from polar opposite positions propels the story. The ugliness that keeps the wheels of power and greed turning even at the expense of others as opposed to the love of a daughter for her father and the lengths to which she will go to avenge his death makes for an original reading experience. With such originality and strength, I look forward to reading Burkes future works.
Corey Burkes has defined Urban Fiction with his debut novel, Butta and the Tower of Bling. Delivering a suspenseful, action packed read that is absolutely original and loaded with in your face attitude.
Lingo Stein had gone to great lengths to establish his company, Stein Diamonds as the number one diamond producing company in the world and he would go even further to protect it. Certain that Lingo Stein’s vast enterprise and extensive wealth had been built upon a creation stolen from her father, Butta dedicated herself to one thing…revenge!
Getting her hands on a man that was seemingly untouchable would take a great deal of planning and would involve substantial risks. Together with three of her trusted friends Butta begins laying the groundwork for the a high tech heist and a cold-blooded execution. Fifteen years in the making, Lingo unveils his latest project, a diamond vault, housed in a brand new, state of the art tower. And this is just what Butta had been waiting for…but she would have only one shot…she had to make it count! Successfully breaching Lingo’s extensive and quite deadly security system was only part of a much larger plan. The questions swirl as the tension rises…Can revenge bring comfort to the grieving? How far is too far?
A refreshing novel that never feels fake or rushed…it flows easily, with each chapter adding depth and substance to this detailed picture of urban culture. You will find no cookie-cut characters or stifled dialogue here, instead, Burkes allowed the cast of characters to be true to themselves– If a character is an unpolished rogue thief, the context of their narrative reads as such. Burkes ability to draw out such strong emotions and portray dastardly deeds from polar opposite positions propels the story. The ugliness that keeps the wheels of power and greed turning even at the expense of others as opposed to the love of a daughter for her father and the lengths to which she will go to avenge his death makes for an original reading experience. With such originality and strength, I look forward to reading Burkes future works.
January 3, 2012
Well, considering I wrote it and its been two years since it's first publication, I can honestly give my point of view.
I believe it was a good first book for a first time author. The story went in a different direction of the urban market and was received well from the mainstream as well.
It's problems were in the editing, of course ... and as brief as the story was supposed to be, it could have been longer. Much more detail in the background of the characters.
But the story did its job and I could not be more proud of it.
I believe it was a good first book for a first time author. The story went in a different direction of the urban market and was received well from the mainstream as well.
It's problems were in the editing, of course ... and as brief as the story was supposed to be, it could have been longer. Much more detail in the background of the characters.
But the story did its job and I could not be more proud of it.
June 27, 2009
I couldn't resist. Why ... this author is a genius! What's his name again?
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