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Passion, Power & Sin - Books 1-5
This is the complete 5 book series.
One spectacular financial scheme. One woman alone against the world. Young, beautiful, and yearning for love, Heather Bancroft meets the "perfect" man...and is lured into a game in which she begins to make more money than she ever imagined. Betrayed by her own innocence, she loses all that is dear to her and discovers that she has been mercilessly used. Defeated and broken, but surviving with sheer persistence and ingenuity, Heather emerges from her trying ordeal, determined to punish the ruthless man who destroyed her life. Her thirst for revenge takes her halfway around the globe, to the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, where her nemesis secludes himself in obscene wealth that he's gained from the financial ruin of others. Heather is playing for the highest stakes in a lethal game. Only one man loves her - he's handsome, confident, and just as determined as she is. Only one man can stop her - a criminal mastermind who is intent on her destruction.
From Jayne Lockwood Reviews
This is another enormously enjoyable read from Mr. Wells. Heather is young, beautiful, living and working in New York City. There she gets involved in a dangerous game which seems to be the answer to all her financial worries. AND she meets her perfect man. Life is going swimmingly until she loses everything and has to claw it back, pitting her wits against an elusive millionaire whose get rich quick schemes have resulted in the ruination of countless other people. There is intrigue, tension, international travel, glamour, gleaming yachts, designer clothes, beautiful women, peril on the streets of Paris, murder and sex. It's all in there, a luscious mix of Sidney Sheldon and Shirley Conran, updated and fresh enough to stand tall in the 21st century. I could not put this book down. It was a huge amount of fun but more than that, it has stayed with me and is definitely one I will be recommending to anyone who wants a more than just a sexy romp through a millionaire's playground.
Reviewed by David Savage, What's Good to Do Magazine
A story of money, greed, scams, revenge and love! A 24 year old PR assistant, Heather Bancroft, is one of the people caught up in an elaborate scam. She starts to receive strange emails predicting the outcomes of things she can bet on...and these bets take her around the world to Japan onto Istanbul... A very well-written series of books where the pace does not let up from Book 1 to the final pages of Book 5. Filled with twists and turns that grab your attention and keep you reading...suspense and thrills and keeps you on the edge on your seat wanting more. A highly entertaining read, it has to be one of the best stories I have read in years.
One spectacular financial scheme. One woman alone against the world. Young, beautiful, and yearning for love, Heather Bancroft meets the "perfect" man...and is lured into a game in which she begins to make more money than she ever imagined. Betrayed by her own innocence, she loses all that is dear to her and discovers that she has been mercilessly used. Defeated and broken, but surviving with sheer persistence and ingenuity, Heather emerges from her trying ordeal, determined to punish the ruthless man who destroyed her life. Her thirst for revenge takes her halfway around the globe, to the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, where her nemesis secludes himself in obscene wealth that he's gained from the financial ruin of others. Heather is playing for the highest stakes in a lethal game. Only one man loves her - he's handsome, confident, and just as determined as she is. Only one man can stop her - a criminal mastermind who is intent on her destruction.
From Jayne Lockwood Reviews
This is another enormously enjoyable read from Mr. Wells. Heather is young, beautiful, living and working in New York City. There she gets involved in a dangerous game which seems to be the answer to all her financial worries. AND she meets her perfect man. Life is going swimmingly until she loses everything and has to claw it back, pitting her wits against an elusive millionaire whose get rich quick schemes have resulted in the ruination of countless other people. There is intrigue, tension, international travel, glamour, gleaming yachts, designer clothes, beautiful women, peril on the streets of Paris, murder and sex. It's all in there, a luscious mix of Sidney Sheldon and Shirley Conran, updated and fresh enough to stand tall in the 21st century. I could not put this book down. It was a huge amount of fun but more than that, it has stayed with me and is definitely one I will be recommending to anyone who wants a more than just a sexy romp through a millionaire's playground.
Reviewed by David Savage, What's Good to Do Magazine
A story of money, greed, scams, revenge and love! A 24 year old PR assistant, Heather Bancroft, is one of the people caught up in an elaborate scam. She starts to receive strange emails predicting the outcomes of things she can bet on...and these bets take her around the world to Japan onto Istanbul... A very well-written series of books where the pace does not let up from Book 1 to the final pages of Book 5. Filled with twists and turns that grab your attention and keep you reading...suspense and thrills and keeps you on the edge on your seat wanting more. A highly entertaining read, it has to be one of the best stories I have read in years.
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February 28, 2015
Note: this is a review of the Audible Edition of the book
I am a great fan of Mike Wells' novels and Passion Power & Sin is a fantastic addition to my Audible audiobook library.
Anyone familier with Mike Wells's writing style will understand the detail and effort that goes into each of his novels without any compromise in style or quality. At five volumes this is a story of epic proportions and I thoroughly recommend readers to if at all possible, listen to this excellent audiobook version narrated by professional voice artist Karin Allers - it is out of this world! I listened to this edition whilst I was on holiday earlier this summer and was totally hooked.
Karin's voice characterisations are second-to-none and I for one was very impressed at the consistency of accents and remarkable authenticity of the characters she created and this gave vivid life to an already brilliantly written story.
I won't reveal any spoilers but I will say this: prepare for a roller-coaster of a ride as you are whisked through the highs and lows of Heather Bancrofts 'Happy-Go-Lucky' and highly risky life-style and be prepared for all the good and bad consequences of her actions.
The novel is very witty, intelligent, action-packed and very well crafted as are all of Mike's books that I have read to date. As you listen to the plot unfold you will be finding yourself cringing at Heather's spur-of-the moment decisions and perhaps, like me you will be tempted to think 'I told you so' as she faces some very challenging situations.
There are also plenty of surprises along the way. Watch out out for very funny dialogue later on in the novel when the rather tirelessly upbeat Heather locks horns with the criminal mastermind who (in part at least) is responsible for her predicament. The dialogue is played out expertly and we get a glimpse of just how incredibly manic our main characters are and why they make such painful sacrifices and to what cost. The plot is priceless and I wouldn't be surprised if this is made into a TV mini-series one day!
In summary: This is a fantastic volume that I have no hesitation in awarding 5 stars to.
Great work Mike and Karin!
I am a great fan of Mike Wells' novels and Passion Power & Sin is a fantastic addition to my Audible audiobook library.
Anyone familier with Mike Wells's writing style will understand the detail and effort that goes into each of his novels without any compromise in style or quality. At five volumes this is a story of epic proportions and I thoroughly recommend readers to if at all possible, listen to this excellent audiobook version narrated by professional voice artist Karin Allers - it is out of this world! I listened to this edition whilst I was on holiday earlier this summer and was totally hooked.
Karin's voice characterisations are second-to-none and I for one was very impressed at the consistency of accents and remarkable authenticity of the characters she created and this gave vivid life to an already brilliantly written story.
I won't reveal any spoilers but I will say this: prepare for a roller-coaster of a ride as you are whisked through the highs and lows of Heather Bancrofts 'Happy-Go-Lucky' and highly risky life-style and be prepared for all the good and bad consequences of her actions.
The novel is very witty, intelligent, action-packed and very well crafted as are all of Mike's books that I have read to date. As you listen to the plot unfold you will be finding yourself cringing at Heather's spur-of-the moment decisions and perhaps, like me you will be tempted to think 'I told you so' as she faces some very challenging situations.
There are also plenty of surprises along the way. Watch out out for very funny dialogue later on in the novel when the rather tirelessly upbeat Heather locks horns with the criminal mastermind who (in part at least) is responsible for her predicament. The dialogue is played out expertly and we get a glimpse of just how incredibly manic our main characters are and why they make such painful sacrifices and to what cost. The plot is priceless and I wouldn't be surprised if this is made into a TV mini-series one day!
In summary: This is a fantastic volume that I have no hesitation in awarding 5 stars to.
Great work Mike and Karin!
December 8, 2014
Believe it or not, I read all 5 books over the course of a little more than a weekend. It was such a gripping, well written tale moving along at a fast pace and throwing up a wealth of information as well as surprises - typical Mike Wells style.
Once again, he writes about a strong heroine who finds all odds against her, but somehow manages to keep the upper hand in the end. Heather was fascinating to read about. The scam and the villain Ricardo Maya made my blood turn to ice quite a few times, and of course the twists towards the end had me completely shocked. I love it that Wells introduced two such contrary men trying to woo Heather, adding even more fuel to the fire.
Once again, he writes about a strong heroine who finds all odds against her, but somehow manages to keep the upper hand in the end. Heather was fascinating to read about. The scam and the villain Ricardo Maya made my blood turn to ice quite a few times, and of course the twists towards the end had me completely shocked. I love it that Wells introduced two such contrary men trying to woo Heather, adding even more fuel to the fire.
October 23, 2014
Narrator: 4/5
Karin has a great voice. She is easy to listen to and acts out the various characters brilliantly. In the beginning I thought the transitions were sometimes a bit rough but as the story progressed it evened out. She is versatile and her accents are perfect.
My Review:
Mike Wells opens the book with a good hook - I definitely think he is the king of hooks. There is a reason people say his books are 'unputdownable.'
Initially I wanted to review Passion, Power & Sin book by book but I caught up in the story that I lost track of where one book began and where the next book started. It was just that good!
Characters & Story line: 5/5
Mike has a way of creating really fantastic characters. They are well-rounded, interesting and easy to connect with.
Heather - I liked her from the start! She is smart, humble and able to be badass when she needs to be. Heather is your main protagonist and is in a bit of a pickle when along comes an email that seems too good to be true and trust me I think it is!! Sometimes Most times I really wanted to smack some sense into Heather, I was cringing as I listened - it just gets worse and worse and just when you think Heather can't get herself into anymore trouble... something happens! Heather grows as a character throughout this series. She has a beautiful heart and is just awesome.
Percy & Nicole - Percy is such a great side character! I just had to put this in here. Percy is Heather's best friend and Nicole is a friend she makes on one of her insane adventures! I loved these too so much they deserved a mention.
Enzo - I loved Enzo to pieces when he came along in the story. I think you meet him in about book 4 and he just crept into my heart. I wanted to protect him just as much as Heather did. And then came a huge twist that I just did not see coming! Wow - it broke my heart in so many ways that I cannot explain without giving anything away!
Gareth - Gareth is the perfect match for Heather. He is sweet, caring, brave and just a really nice guy. Let's just say that the entire book I was praying good things would happen for them!
Ricciardo Meyer - *Sigh* I really hated Ricciardo. I did feel sorry for him at one point but he is too full of nastiness for it to last long. He is a brilliant villain that just gets under your skin. Ricciardo makes some brilliant points in the story but has no humanity.
Plot, Pace: 5/5
The plot was easy to get into and the pace was good. This was one of those audio books I just could not wait to continue listening too. The story flowed smoothly and Mike keeps you on your toes. He throws in curve balls and twists that had me wondering how Heather was ever going to make it through to the end.
Cover talk: 4/5
Initially the cover didn't draw me too much but now after the exciting adventure with Heather I can appreciate it that much more!
Final Thoughts:
I didn't think Mike could top Lust, money and Murder - which is one of my favourite audio books ever. Passion Power & Sin is equally on par in my opinion.
Karin has a great voice. She is easy to listen to and acts out the various characters brilliantly. In the beginning I thought the transitions were sometimes a bit rough but as the story progressed it evened out. She is versatile and her accents are perfect.
My Review:
Mike Wells opens the book with a good hook - I definitely think he is the king of hooks. There is a reason people say his books are 'unputdownable.'
Initially I wanted to review Passion, Power & Sin book by book but I caught up in the story that I lost track of where one book began and where the next book started. It was just that good!
Characters & Story line: 5/5
Mike has a way of creating really fantastic characters. They are well-rounded, interesting and easy to connect with.
Heather - I liked her from the start! She is smart, humble and able to be badass when she needs to be. Heather is your main protagonist and is in a bit of a pickle when along comes an email that seems too good to be true and trust me I think it is!! Sometimes Most times I really wanted to smack some sense into Heather, I was cringing as I listened - it just gets worse and worse and just when you think Heather can't get herself into anymore trouble... something happens! Heather grows as a character throughout this series. She has a beautiful heart and is just awesome.
Percy & Nicole - Percy is such a great side character! I just had to put this in here. Percy is Heather's best friend and Nicole is a friend she makes on one of her insane adventures! I loved these too so much they deserved a mention.
Enzo - I loved Enzo to pieces when he came along in the story. I think you meet him in about book 4 and he just crept into my heart. I wanted to protect him just as much as Heather did. And then came a huge twist that I just did not see coming! Wow - it broke my heart in so many ways that I cannot explain without giving anything away!
Gareth - Gareth is the perfect match for Heather. He is sweet, caring, brave and just a really nice guy. Let's just say that the entire book I was praying good things would happen for them!
Ricciardo Meyer - *Sigh* I really hated Ricciardo. I did feel sorry for him at one point but he is too full of nastiness for it to last long. He is a brilliant villain that just gets under your skin. Ricciardo makes some brilliant points in the story but has no humanity.
Plot, Pace: 5/5
The plot was easy to get into and the pace was good. This was one of those audio books I just could not wait to continue listening too. The story flowed smoothly and Mike keeps you on your toes. He throws in curve balls and twists that had me wondering how Heather was ever going to make it through to the end.
Cover talk: 4/5
Initially the cover didn't draw me too much but now after the exciting adventure with Heather I can appreciate it that much more!
Final Thoughts:
I didn't think Mike could top Lust, money and Murder - which is one of my favourite audio books ever. Passion Power & Sin is equally on par in my opinion.
June 9, 2013
Passion, Power & Sin is one story told in five books. A story of money, greed, scams, revenge and love!
The book starts aboard a 300 million Euro Super Yacht equipped with state of the art equipment owned by a reclusive Venezuelan billionaire, Ricardo Mayo. It starts with him committing a $353 million scam.
24 year old PR assistant, Heather Bancroft, is one of the people caught up in an elaborate scam. She starts to receive strange emails predicting the outcomes of things she can bet on, and once these predictions come true she starts to bet even more money so she can save her mother’s house from foreclosure. These bets take her around the world to Japan and dealing with the Yakuza, Kyrgyztan for a sports events (where she meets the love of her life Gareth, but she is already engaged to David) and then onto Istanbul to invest in stocks. She gets greedy and loses it all and ends up in debt owing money to dangerous loan sharks. She has quit her job in spectacular fashion, dumped her boyfriend and lost her mother and has nothing let, she now wants revenge!
She sets out to try and find out who is responsible for the con which takes her to Spain, Germany and France until she finds her man. With a new name, new passport and new look she now has to embark on a dangerous plan to get back her money.
Overall, a very gripping and compelling story with great characters that are brought to life on the page. A very well-written series of books where the pace does not let up from book 1 to the final pages of book 5. Filled with twists and turns that grab your attention and keep you reading.
The storyline is very absorbing with suspense and thrills and keeps you on the edge on your seat wanting more.
A highly entertaining read, it has to be one of the best stories I have read in years. I had never heard of Mike Wells before this novel but will be reading some more of his work.
I cannot recommend this enough.
Rating: 5/5
The book starts aboard a 300 million Euro Super Yacht equipped with state of the art equipment owned by a reclusive Venezuelan billionaire, Ricardo Mayo. It starts with him committing a $353 million scam.
24 year old PR assistant, Heather Bancroft, is one of the people caught up in an elaborate scam. She starts to receive strange emails predicting the outcomes of things she can bet on, and once these predictions come true she starts to bet even more money so she can save her mother’s house from foreclosure. These bets take her around the world to Japan and dealing with the Yakuza, Kyrgyztan for a sports events (where she meets the love of her life Gareth, but she is already engaged to David) and then onto Istanbul to invest in stocks. She gets greedy and loses it all and ends up in debt owing money to dangerous loan sharks. She has quit her job in spectacular fashion, dumped her boyfriend and lost her mother and has nothing let, she now wants revenge!
She sets out to try and find out who is responsible for the con which takes her to Spain, Germany and France until she finds her man. With a new name, new passport and new look she now has to embark on a dangerous plan to get back her money.
Overall, a very gripping and compelling story with great characters that are brought to life on the page. A very well-written series of books where the pace does not let up from book 1 to the final pages of book 5. Filled with twists and turns that grab your attention and keep you reading.
The storyline is very absorbing with suspense and thrills and keeps you on the edge on your seat wanting more.
A highly entertaining read, it has to be one of the best stories I have read in years. I had never heard of Mike Wells before this novel but will be reading some more of his work.
I cannot recommend this enough.
Rating: 5/5
September 19, 2014
Mike Wells has created a clever, interesting financial drama where one victim decides not to take her misfortune lying down.
Heather Bankfort is a young woman trying to find success in the public relations business in New York. Her mother's home in North Carolina is behind in mortgage payments and about to be foreclosed and Heather would like to help out but she sold all of her valuable items to provide for herself as she looked for this job.
One day she receives an email from an anonymous person with a tip on a sport's event. She considers it a scam but when the prediction comes true, she acts on the next tip from the source. This continues on a weekly basis for some time, each time, Heather bets more.
In between these emails, she begins dating a handsome man from a wealthy family and considers her dreams are coming true.
Moving forward, everything turns upside down and she realises she has invested everything in a pump and dump scheme. In addition, she finds something about the man she was dating and takes appropriate steps.
What Heather goes through in the obstacles she faces is exciting and suspenseful.
The story was narrated by Karin Allers and I listened to the audio as I exercised. It made my time fly by and in an enjoyable manner.
3.5 stars moving to 4 stars with the suspenseful story and rich characterizations.”
Heather Bankfort is a young woman trying to find success in the public relations business in New York. Her mother's home in North Carolina is behind in mortgage payments and about to be foreclosed and Heather would like to help out but she sold all of her valuable items to provide for herself as she looked for this job.
One day she receives an email from an anonymous person with a tip on a sport's event. She considers it a scam but when the prediction comes true, she acts on the next tip from the source. This continues on a weekly basis for some time, each time, Heather bets more.
In between these emails, she begins dating a handsome man from a wealthy family and considers her dreams are coming true.
Moving forward, everything turns upside down and she realises she has invested everything in a pump and dump scheme. In addition, she finds something about the man she was dating and takes appropriate steps.
What Heather goes through in the obstacles she faces is exciting and suspenseful.
The story was narrated by Karin Allers and I listened to the audio as I exercised. It made my time fly by and in an enjoyable manner.
3.5 stars moving to 4 stars with the suspenseful story and rich characterizations.”
August 2, 2013
This is another enormously enjoyable read from Mr. Wells. Heather is young, beautiful, living and working in New York City. There she gets involved in a dangerous game which seems to be the answer to all her financial worries. AND she meets her perfect man. Life is going swimmingly until she loses everything and has to claw it back, pitting her wits against an elusive millionaire whose get rich quick schemes have resulted in the ruination of countless other people.
There is intrigue, tension, international travel, glamour, gleaming yachts, designer clothes, beautiful women, peril on the streets of Paris, murder and sex. It's all in there, a luscious mix of Sidney Sheldon and Shirley Conran, updated and fresh enough to stand tall in the 21st century. I could not put this book down. It was a huge amount of fun but more than that, it has stayed with me and is definitely one I will be recommending to anyone who wants a more than just a sexy romp through a millionaire's playground. Brilliant.
There is intrigue, tension, international travel, glamour, gleaming yachts, designer clothes, beautiful women, peril on the streets of Paris, murder and sex. It's all in there, a luscious mix of Sidney Sheldon and Shirley Conran, updated and fresh enough to stand tall in the 21st century. I could not put this book down. It was a huge amount of fun but more than that, it has stayed with me and is definitely one I will be recommending to anyone who wants a more than just a sexy romp through a millionaire's playground. Brilliant.
June 9, 2013
This book Is very fast paced Heather crossed the globe country hopping trying to bet certain bets she got tips from a person called a person in need. and It all went well for awhile, and when things went belly up she wanted revenge and she planned well for that revenge and found true love through this whole ordeal. Mike has really out done himself!
October 22, 2013
Oh my God, where to start??
Passion, Power & Sin has to be the most frustrating, nerve wrecking, hair pulling, amazing, brilliant and unique book series I have EVER read in my entire life! I literally clapped when I finished reading the Epilogue.
Passion, Power & Sin has to be the most frustrating, nerve wrecking, hair pulling, amazing, brilliant and unique book series I have EVER read in my entire life! I literally clapped when I finished reading the Epilogue.
July 25, 2025
Ok, I have to admit this is the second time I have read the 5 book series, because I loved it so much. I think Mike Wells does a great job writing unique thriller/suspense. I really like this story, but I have to admit I like all of Mr. Well's books. I have to put a plug in..... If you like this series, YOU HAVE TO READ.... Lust, Money & Murder ! You wont be sorry, you wont be able to put any of these books down. ENJOY!
May 28, 2017
Entertaining summer read.
July 8, 2021
Some parts are slow, but when the tension increases, the speed goes up and I couldn’t put it down.
Each book is around 30 mins, so the whole series felt more like a whole book rather than sequels.
Each book is around 30 mins, so the whole series felt more like a whole book rather than sequels.
February 25, 2014
One e-mail, that most consider spam, changes the life of Heather Bancroft. A beautiful young women from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, who wants to make her mark on New York City. She graduates from college moving to New York City knowing that there she'll earn enough to save the family home from foreclosure, leaving her mother to finish her life where it had began. If only it had worked that way. Why doesn't things work out like you planned? Heather lands a job working for a PR firm. She gets a phone call that begins tbe journey and adventure of a life time. Heather runs to conduct a photoshoot in NYC of blue collar workers who revolted against the firm her company has a big contract with. One worker catches her eye and ulimately her heart. She handles the photographer, models, and produces an excellent commercial. Little does she know that one "model" is the son of one of the wealthy families in NYC who was to ensure the shoot goes well. Love is on the horizon. (book1)
(book2) Heather and the model, David,who ends up being her lover and engaged to, begin to plan their life. Heather has a secret that she doesn't want David to find out. Her family home is about to be foreclosed on. Her father died leaving the family in debt with losses from the stock market. Heather knows that she should just tell David and ask for the money moving on with their lives. But she has too much pride for that. She begins to get secret messages "From a Friend" that sends her on a mission to make the money on her own. And what an adventure begins. Heather comes home early from one of these adventures. She is excited and eager to tell David about the secret mission she been on and how much money she's made "From a Friend" email messages. She runs to David's apartment to hear sounds from tbe bedroom...the sound of lovers mating.
(book3) Heather continues to get the messages "From a Friend". She heart broken but not enough to quit going on the adventures to earn enough money to save the family home. That is all she concentrates on and getting over David by reliving the meeting with Garthe on one of the trips to the north eastern coast of Croatia. She leaves NYC because she lost everything and all the debtors are after her. Her life is complicated from the financial scheme of "From a Friend". Heather feels betrayed by losing all the money she had gained, her fianace, and her life. She's on a new mission to find the person that started the financial scheme against the stock market and her.
(book4) Heather is homeless in Paris and on the streets. She has nothing-no phone, no money, and no job. She can't contact any of her friends because doing so will put them in danger from the ones she owes and the schemer himself. She pulls herself up enough to beg for a job doing whatever you can do without a work permit. This book is about rebuilding and still finding a way to track the person that created the scheme to defraud the stock market and make her lose everything. Heather has a new thirst for revenge. She's on a mission to get back the money she lost...even if it wasn't hers to begin with.
(book2) Heather and the model, David,who ends up being her lover and engaged to, begin to plan their life. Heather has a secret that she doesn't want David to find out. Her family home is about to be foreclosed on. Her father died leaving the family in debt with losses from the stock market. Heather knows that she should just tell David and ask for the money moving on with their lives. But she has too much pride for that. She begins to get secret messages "From a Friend" that sends her on a mission to make the money on her own. And what an adventure begins. Heather comes home early from one of these adventures. She is excited and eager to tell David about the secret mission she been on and how much money she's made "From a Friend" email messages. She runs to David's apartment to hear sounds from tbe bedroom...the sound of lovers mating.
(book3) Heather continues to get the messages "From a Friend". She heart broken but not enough to quit going on the adventures to earn enough money to save the family home. That is all she concentrates on and getting over David by reliving the meeting with Garthe on one of the trips to the north eastern coast of Croatia. She leaves NYC because she lost everything and all the debtors are after her. Her life is complicated from the financial scheme of "From a Friend". Heather feels betrayed by losing all the money she had gained, her fianace, and her life. She's on a new mission to find the person that started the financial scheme against the stock market and her.
(book4) Heather is homeless in Paris and on the streets. She has nothing-no phone, no money, and no job. She can't contact any of her friends because doing so will put them in danger from the ones she owes and the schemer himself. She pulls herself up enough to beg for a job doing whatever you can do without a work permit. This book is about rebuilding and still finding a way to track the person that created the scheme to defraud the stock market and make her lose everything. Heather has a new thirst for revenge. She's on a mission to get back the money she lost...even if it wasn't hers to begin with.
November 2, 2013
Another winner from Mike Wells! Whether you've read the five star reviews, heard the echoes of great praise from his loyal fans or seen quotes by Mr. Wells himself saying, "I'm known for my super fast-paced, 'unputdownable' novels," you can believe the hype, it's all true.
Having said that, I always start a new Wells series the same way, with a touch of fear and apprehension. Let's face it, there's a lot of pressure going in because I'm a huge fan of his previous works, plus he's the self proclaimed writer of "unputdownable" books and his legion of fans feel the same way -- and I'm one of them. But what if this one isn't up to par?! How can he possibly do it again, you know what I mean?
The first Mike Wells book I ever read was "Wild Child," mostly because the author was on Twitter constantly tweeting how great his books were and how you couldn't put one down once you started.
Hey, I love a challenge so after several months of this, plus the free eBook incentive, I thought okay Mikey, let's do this! My gloves came off and I was ready for a battle, but the bar was set so high that I honestly didn't expect that much (nothing personal Mr. Wells).
Needless to say, I was completely blown away by Wild Child and was overwhelmingly excited when I finished that first book. Why!? Because I had just discovered a new top tier favorite author, not an easy task in my world. I've had a similar experience with every Wells book I've read so far.
Anyway, back to Passion, Power & Sin. It only took a few pages into chapter one for me to be completely hooked once again. I love great characters and a lightning fast pace, Wells delivers on both counts and more. Heather is an amazing protag and I was completely invested in her world, the words were flying by so fast it felt like I was getting pulled through the story by a Malibu Wakesetter, skimming through the "pages" at full-bore. This is exactly why I love to read.
I eagerly started each new book in the series with increasing levels of adrenaline and excitement, agonizing over Heather's every decision as I chased her through the pages. The best part was being so invested in Heather's story that all this intensity stayed with me throughout the day, long after my kindle was turned off.
Passion, Power and Sin is definitely one of the most exciting stories I've read this year. Well done Mr. Wells, the only downside is that I'm behind on work, sleep and it could take a few days to remember how to focus on real life again! :)
If you aren't a Mike Wells fan, you haven't read him yet.
~ Adam Bailey
Having said that, I always start a new Wells series the same way, with a touch of fear and apprehension. Let's face it, there's a lot of pressure going in because I'm a huge fan of his previous works, plus he's the self proclaimed writer of "unputdownable" books and his legion of fans feel the same way -- and I'm one of them. But what if this one isn't up to par?! How can he possibly do it again, you know what I mean?
The first Mike Wells book I ever read was "Wild Child," mostly because the author was on Twitter constantly tweeting how great his books were and how you couldn't put one down once you started.
Hey, I love a challenge so after several months of this, plus the free eBook incentive, I thought okay Mikey, let's do this! My gloves came off and I was ready for a battle, but the bar was set so high that I honestly didn't expect that much (nothing personal Mr. Wells).
Needless to say, I was completely blown away by Wild Child and was overwhelmingly excited when I finished that first book. Why!? Because I had just discovered a new top tier favorite author, not an easy task in my world. I've had a similar experience with every Wells book I've read so far.
Anyway, back to Passion, Power & Sin. It only took a few pages into chapter one for me to be completely hooked once again. I love great characters and a lightning fast pace, Wells delivers on both counts and more. Heather is an amazing protag and I was completely invested in her world, the words were flying by so fast it felt like I was getting pulled through the story by a Malibu Wakesetter, skimming through the "pages" at full-bore. This is exactly why I love to read.
I eagerly started each new book in the series with increasing levels of adrenaline and excitement, agonizing over Heather's every decision as I chased her through the pages. The best part was being so invested in Heather's story that all this intensity stayed with me throughout the day, long after my kindle was turned off.
Passion, Power and Sin is definitely one of the most exciting stories I've read this year. Well done Mr. Wells, the only downside is that I'm behind on work, sleep and it could take a few days to remember how to focus on real life again! :)
If you aren't a Mike Wells fan, you haven't read him yet.
~ Adam Bailey
September 16, 2013
Review of Mike Wells’
Passion, Power & Sin
Books 1 & 2 of
A Series
Reviewed by R. Murry
A simple act of receiving an E-mail, which most people would consider spam, is the catalyst of these thrilling introductions into this five book series written by Mr. Wells. His main character, Heather, is a resourceful intelligent red head, who has a stressful money problem.
Because of her family’s financial turmoil, she opens a second E-mail because the first message came true to her amazement and made her angry she didn’t take advantage of its fruition. This is when her adventure into the world of international monetary affairs turns into nerve raking events for her and the reader. However, there are some pleasant moments she encounters.
Mike pulls his readers in and keeps them glued to the page hoping Heather will reach her goals. Each endeavor seems strange at first glance. Heather overcomes obstacles by wit, fate and luck. Mr. Wells writes each event in a way that keeps the reader on the edge of their seat, wondering if Heather’s world wind will come to an end, solving her problems.
There is a love affair in the background of this nail biting suspense story. It’s kept there, because Heather is doing her thing globe hopping to resolve her problem first, keeping her lover in the dark of its existence. The affair culminated to her satisfaction.
We all want an underdog story to come to a happy ending. This one may because of the lead character’s ability to go with the flow of events and not get bogged down in self-pity. She moves on, knowing she has the strength inside her to handle what is thrown at her even to the doubts of her friends.
Mike Wells has me hooked into finishing this series. If you are not prone to heart attacks, this series should be on your “Series to read list.”
Passion, Power & Sin
Books 1 & 2 of
A Series
Reviewed by R. Murry
A simple act of receiving an E-mail, which most people would consider spam, is the catalyst of these thrilling introductions into this five book series written by Mr. Wells. His main character, Heather, is a resourceful intelligent red head, who has a stressful money problem.
Because of her family’s financial turmoil, she opens a second E-mail because the first message came true to her amazement and made her angry she didn’t take advantage of its fruition. This is when her adventure into the world of international monetary affairs turns into nerve raking events for her and the reader. However, there are some pleasant moments she encounters.
Mike pulls his readers in and keeps them glued to the page hoping Heather will reach her goals. Each endeavor seems strange at first glance. Heather overcomes obstacles by wit, fate and luck. Mr. Wells writes each event in a way that keeps the reader on the edge of their seat, wondering if Heather’s world wind will come to an end, solving her problems.
There is a love affair in the background of this nail biting suspense story. It’s kept there, because Heather is doing her thing globe hopping to resolve her problem first, keeping her lover in the dark of its existence. The affair culminated to her satisfaction.
We all want an underdog story to come to a happy ending. This one may because of the lead character’s ability to go with the flow of events and not get bogged down in self-pity. She moves on, knowing she has the strength inside her to handle what is thrown at her even to the doubts of her friends.
Mike Wells has me hooked into finishing this series. If you are not prone to heart attacks, this series should be on your “Series to read list.”
December 3, 2014
WOw, I have to say this was the first Mike wells Book I read and kind of stumbled apond it via twitter, I did receive a free copy for a honest review, which is there any other type of review,.........
I have expressed how this book had everything to could want in any kind of book all wrapped up in one book, I had my moments of oh no she didn't to ohhh yes she did and got away with it, I don;t believe giving spoilers away, but I will say this book was one I normally would not have read, but the passion, was amazing, the power she lead it, and lost it, and the sin says it all!
I was left wanting more and need to figure out where to start with Mr Wells books! I always say if when listening to a book, and you can see it played out (believe me there has been many I could not see played out) Your reading/listening to a great book that is movie material!
I am pretty fresh with reviews on audio books and learning the don't give away unless you state spoiler alert, I will promise you will pick this book up and not want to place down. there was't a slow part the book kept moving and had you at times on the edge of your seat. I would highly recommend the bbook and going to do just that to our community book club. it hits all genre of book types .
I have expressed how this book had everything to could want in any kind of book all wrapped up in one book, I had my moments of oh no she didn't to ohhh yes she did and got away with it, I don;t believe giving spoilers away, but I will say this book was one I normally would not have read, but the passion, was amazing, the power she lead it, and lost it, and the sin says it all!
I was left wanting more and need to figure out where to start with Mr Wells books! I always say if when listening to a book, and you can see it played out (believe me there has been many I could not see played out) Your reading/listening to a great book that is movie material!
I am pretty fresh with reviews on audio books and learning the don't give away unless you state spoiler alert, I will promise you will pick this book up and not want to place down. there was't a slow part the book kept moving and had you at times on the edge of your seat. I would highly recommend the bbook and going to do just that to our community book club. it hits all genre of book types .
September 7, 2014
I received a free copy of this audiobook for an honest review.
I had listened to Mike Wells' Lust, Money, and Murder trilogy a few months ago and really enjoyed it so I was excited to listen to this series. His writing reminds me of Sidney Sheldon but with a little more adventure.
Although these are five separate books, I wouldn't recommend reading just one or reading them out of order. This is more like 5 books in 1 with each book being a particular part of Heather's journey.
Mike Wells does a good job of character development, especially of the main character, Heather. That girl really frustrated me at times. I could understand why she did most of the things she did, and she definitely had guts, but there were times I wished someone could talk some sense into her. Wanting revenge is understandable but she could have learned from Gareth. What a guy! He was one of those "too good to be true" guys any woman would want.
Passion, Power, & Sin is full of drama and suspense with a little romance and humor on the side. I definitely recommend it. I was sad to see the series end.
I had listened to Mike Wells' Lust, Money, and Murder trilogy a few months ago and really enjoyed it so I was excited to listen to this series. His writing reminds me of Sidney Sheldon but with a little more adventure.
Although these are five separate books, I wouldn't recommend reading just one or reading them out of order. This is more like 5 books in 1 with each book being a particular part of Heather's journey.
Mike Wells does a good job of character development, especially of the main character, Heather. That girl really frustrated me at times. I could understand why she did most of the things she did, and she definitely had guts, but there were times I wished someone could talk some sense into her. Wanting revenge is understandable but she could have learned from Gareth. What a guy! He was one of those "too good to be true" guys any woman would want.
Passion, Power, & Sin is full of drama and suspense with a little romance and humor on the side. I definitely recommend it. I was sad to see the series end.
May 25, 2015
*** I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review ***
This is a fabulous story! I was in suspense almost the whole book...I kept needing to know more and more...I was completely addicted!! You have Heather, a normal girl, working hard, and struggling to make ends meet who starts to get these mysterious emails with predictions of events that you could potentially bet on and make money...she ignores the first one...but when the prediction comes true, she starts betting on these predictions and it takes her all over the world to do so...she ends up in some crazy and dangerous situations and ultimately ends up with nothing! She vows revenge...and again travels all over to find the scammer who sent her these emails...she finds him and then the fight is on! There is romance, scandal, and suffering in this book...also friendship and love.....great great great listen! I highly recommend!!!!!
This is a fabulous story! I was in suspense almost the whole book...I kept needing to know more and more...I was completely addicted!! You have Heather, a normal girl, working hard, and struggling to make ends meet who starts to get these mysterious emails with predictions of events that you could potentially bet on and make money...she ignores the first one...but when the prediction comes true, she starts betting on these predictions and it takes her all over the world to do so...she ends up in some crazy and dangerous situations and ultimately ends up with nothing! She vows revenge...and again travels all over to find the scammer who sent her these emails...she finds him and then the fight is on! There is romance, scandal, and suffering in this book...also friendship and love.....great great great listen! I highly recommend!!!!!
August 21, 2015
"Too good to put down!"
Would you listen to Passion, Power and Sin again? Why?
Yes it was a great book to listen too.
Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?
It was fun to listen to Heather life.
Have you listened to any of Karin Allers’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
No this was the 1st.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
No it is pretty long.
Any additional comments?
I loved listening to how Heather's life plays out. I found myself wishing I was with her on all her adventures. I love to gamble from time to time so I thought it was so cool when won the big ones. So worth reading/listening too.
This is my 1st book I've listened to by Mike Wells. I'd love to pick up another book by him. He really keeps you going from start to finish.
The Narrated Karin Allers really gave us a lively personally to Heather.
Would you listen to Passion, Power and Sin again? Why?
Yes it was a great book to listen too.
Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?
It was fun to listen to Heather life.
Have you listened to any of Karin Allers’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
No this was the 1st.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
No it is pretty long.
Any additional comments?
I loved listening to how Heather's life plays out. I found myself wishing I was with her on all her adventures. I love to gamble from time to time so I thought it was so cool when won the big ones. So worth reading/listening too.
This is my 1st book I've listened to by Mike Wells. I'd love to pick up another book by him. He really keeps you going from start to finish.
The Narrated Karin Allers really gave us a lively personally to Heather.
July 4, 2014
Passion, Power & Sin - Books 1-5 (Kindle Edition)
A story of money, greed, scams and so much more! Heather Bancroft, is one of the people caught up in a scam. She starts to receive strange emails of things she can bet on...and these bets take her around the world . Are people that desperate to make money they would go around the world putting them selves in to all kids of danger ?
I did enjoy this book though, theres so much going on that it grabs your attention and keep you reading...very hard to put down!
A story of money, greed, scams and so much more! Heather Bancroft, is one of the people caught up in a scam. She starts to receive strange emails of things she can bet on...and these bets take her around the world . Are people that desperate to make money they would go around the world putting them selves in to all kids of danger ?
I did enjoy this book though, theres so much going on that it grabs your attention and keep you reading...very hard to put down!
January 21, 2016
This book is just one long string of improbable events and impractical actions. Decisions are illogical and unrealistic, many are utterly ludicrous. Some
concepts are simply incorrect. Everything seems contrived just to create suspense. The characters are flat and cookie cutter.
Karin Allers does a satisfactory job of reading this audiobook. Her accents are a bit off, but she does make a distinction between characters.
NOTE: I received a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for this unbiased review.
concepts are simply incorrect. Everything seems contrived just to create suspense. The characters are flat and cookie cutter.
Karin Allers does a satisfactory job of reading this audiobook. Her accents are a bit off, but she does make a distinction between characters.
NOTE: I received a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for this unbiased review.
September 2, 2013
I enjoyed reading this story, for me it was too short.But that certainly is up to the author to choose how long and where to end the story. Good story Mike Wells. I knew then the story was coming to an end and did not want it too. What a cliffhanger! I have to know what is going to happen to Heather the lead character. There are a couple of good questions left unanswered. Who is her fiance, is he the mysterious man from the beginning of the book? I will be getting the next book.
July 17, 2014
Too long. I want to give it less stars because it was just too long and too much but it also was well constructed and with many twists and was very tidily concluded. I suspect the failing is my own. If you are still keen to read about everyone being very beautiful, very smart and will do anything to be very rich no matter what, this will be perfect. A Cosmo girl's or beach holiday fast flowing long but good read.
February 10, 2014
I received book 1 as a free giveaway, after reading it I had to finish all 5. There was no stopping I had to know what was going to happen. The story captured me and held me hostage till the last page and I enjoyed it immensely! If I had to describe it in one word it would be AMAZING!!!! Looking forward to reading more from this author.
May 15, 2016
I thoroughly enjoyed the story line and characters in this intriguing novel with all of its twists, turns and trysts. The writing is descriptive and polished, and the dialogue flows well and is authentic. I loved the adventure and mystery; never quite knowing what was around the corner (or on the next page). I look forward to reading more of Mike Wells' series.
August 18, 2013
An enjoyable thriller & suspense novel. I read Book 1 and it left me curious to know more...intrigued. I had to get Books 2-5 and knew it would be a book that I would get lost in. Well written, many plots and twists. If you love thriller & suspense then you'll want to read Passion, Power & Sin.
January 22, 2015
I enjoyed the book but two thirds of the way through I started to lose interest because it became too predictable. The ending actually was rather hokey and didn't seem to fit. I would have enjoyed it more had the book ended with the final Revenge scam of Maya.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 3, 2013
The characters are interesting and so is the plot. Lots of suspense. Enjoyed reading it!
August 12, 2013
I absolutely loved this book! Fantastic story line with amazing characters!
January 4, 2014
I could NOT put this book down! It's been a while since I read it but it was definitely a page turner! Well done!
August 12, 2016
Highly recommend this read!
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