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Fateful Night
Did Marilyn Monroe commit suicide? Did someone get away with an elaborate plot to murder the famous sex goddess? On that “Fateful Night” in August 1962 find out what may have happened to her and why she was killed. Many argue that she was involved in way too many secrets from different factions of the world. She was a smart woman who could play the dumb blonde to attain her stardom yet she unwittingly learned of conspiracy plots and political threats that would not only end her life but that of the current president, John F. Kennedy.
In this fast paced suspense every major player of the early sixties is involved, from the world politicians, to the Rat Pack, to Hollywood, and the mafia. What if Marilyn Monroe had lived and what if what she knew could have saved JFK?
Fact or fiction? What if....
In this fast paced suspense every major player of the early sixties is involved, from the world politicians, to the Rat Pack, to Hollywood, and the mafia. What if Marilyn Monroe had lived and what if what she knew could have saved JFK?
Fact or fiction? What if....
283 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 10, 2013
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August 29, 2013
To start, I want to say, WOW!!!!! What an ending!!!!!
This was a very entertaining book. I really liked the idea of all these government secrets, illegal affairs, scandalous acts, and corruption all coming together in one story. It might be fiction but I am sure there is more reality in there than we will ever know!
"John stood watching his wife as she slept on the couch in their private chambers at the White House. She still looked pale and sickly after the ordeal of the birthday party, even though that was a month ago now. I've failed you, Jackie. I could've been more discreet and saved you the embarrassment. I'll try to do better."
This was a very entertaining book. I really liked the idea of all these government secrets, illegal affairs, scandalous acts, and corruption all coming together in one story. It might be fiction but I am sure there is more reality in there than we will ever know!
"John stood watching his wife as she slept on the couch in their private chambers at the White House. She still looked pale and sickly after the ordeal of the birthday party, even though that was a month ago now. I've failed you, Jackie. I could've been more discreet and saved you the embarrassment. I'll try to do better."
September 5, 2013
"Imaginative," "intriguing," and "thought provoking" are just three of the terms I would use to describe the masterpiece that is Fateful Night, book one in the What She Knew trilogy, by K.R. Hughes and T.L. Burns. I have never read a story quite like this and I recommend it to all readers who love a good mystery, historical fiction, and the idea of "what if?"
The premise of the story comes from a simple question: What if Marilyn Monroe had lived and President John F. Kennedy had not been shot? By exploring this question, Hughes and Burns weave an intricate and breathtaking story based on possibilities. What if Marilyn Monroe really did know something, and what if that something was the key to preventing the historic assassination?
Story telling and great imagination come together in this book to create a completely believable story, cast by historic figures we all know and love. At least, we think we know and love them until we read what could have happened. Did we really know Frank Sinatra, the Kennedy's, and those in their inner circles? Maybe we did, maybe we didn't. What I do know is that the story presented in Fateful Night had me so convinced that it took me a while to remember that the events didn't actually happen, that I couldn't hate a beloved, crooning musician for things that only might have happened.
I quickly and easily give this story a huge 5-stars for the quality of the story and characterization, and for how well it was put together. I was constantly wondering what was going to happen next, eagerly turning electronic page after page. This wouldn't be a fully honest review if I didn't warn the reader that this book contains a few spots with adult content, so keep that in mind. If that is something you are comfortable with, by all means get yourself a copy of this book! It certainly does not disappoint.
The premise of the story comes from a simple question: What if Marilyn Monroe had lived and President John F. Kennedy had not been shot? By exploring this question, Hughes and Burns weave an intricate and breathtaking story based on possibilities. What if Marilyn Monroe really did know something, and what if that something was the key to preventing the historic assassination?
Story telling and great imagination come together in this book to create a completely believable story, cast by historic figures we all know and love. At least, we think we know and love them until we read what could have happened. Did we really know Frank Sinatra, the Kennedy's, and those in their inner circles? Maybe we did, maybe we didn't. What I do know is that the story presented in Fateful Night had me so convinced that it took me a while to remember that the events didn't actually happen, that I couldn't hate a beloved, crooning musician for things that only might have happened.
I quickly and easily give this story a huge 5-stars for the quality of the story and characterization, and for how well it was put together. I was constantly wondering what was going to happen next, eagerly turning electronic page after page. This wouldn't be a fully honest review if I didn't warn the reader that this book contains a few spots with adult content, so keep that in mind. If that is something you are comfortable with, by all means get yourself a copy of this book! It certainly does not disappoint.
August 27, 2013
Loved it! My read of `Fateful Night' came after reading the non-fiction, "The Agency: William Morris and the Hidden History of Show Business" by Frank Rose. This was my take-off point for reading this fiction and insider history about `Marilyn'. I appreciate the creative leap taken here by the authors Hughes and Burns.
Norma Jean Dougherty was a film cutters daughter, who did not know her father and known to turn tricks during lean times. In the 40's she was eventually discovered by Johnnie Hyde of the William Morris Agency and refused to marry him as he made her into the star Marilyn Monroe. Eventually she attracted the likes of Author Miller, Joe D, Frank and others leading up to the time and events of the `Fatal Night' and the beginning of the delightful fiction, the portrayal of a fast evolving parallel universes of Marilyn dead, Marilyn alive.
I say `delightful', because it all fits ... The imagination can run with any of suggested conspiracy, effectively inviting the reader to join in and participate with a grin and a giggle. I liked checking out this revised history, replacing what appears a string of clumsy conspiracy theory. I appreciate the intuition of Hughes and Burns to take the subject and create this very entertaining version of the `Fatal Night'. I particularly liked it when Marilyn demanded "...what the hell are you doing?" (*) For me, the answer is "I was reading about you Marilyn." And why not? Marilyn the profane, iconic, innocent portrayed on a 'Fateful Night' in this great fiction about her impatience with the rest of us ... The last laugh of course being all hers... (*) Hughes, K. R. ; Burns, T.L. (2013-05-10). Fateful Night Book One (What She Knew Trilogy) (Kindle Location 448). Master Koda Select Publishing. Kindle Edition.
Norma Jean Dougherty was a film cutters daughter, who did not know her father and known to turn tricks during lean times. In the 40's she was eventually discovered by Johnnie Hyde of the William Morris Agency and refused to marry him as he made her into the star Marilyn Monroe. Eventually she attracted the likes of Author Miller, Joe D, Frank and others leading up to the time and events of the `Fatal Night' and the beginning of the delightful fiction, the portrayal of a fast evolving parallel universes of Marilyn dead, Marilyn alive.
I say `delightful', because it all fits ... The imagination can run with any of suggested conspiracy, effectively inviting the reader to join in and participate with a grin and a giggle. I liked checking out this revised history, replacing what appears a string of clumsy conspiracy theory. I appreciate the intuition of Hughes and Burns to take the subject and create this very entertaining version of the `Fatal Night'. I particularly liked it when Marilyn demanded "...what the hell are you doing?" (*) For me, the answer is "I was reading about you Marilyn." And why not? Marilyn the profane, iconic, innocent portrayed on a 'Fateful Night' in this great fiction about her impatience with the rest of us ... The last laugh of course being all hers... (*) Hughes, K. R. ; Burns, T.L. (2013-05-10). Fateful Night Book One (What She Knew Trilogy) (Kindle Location 448). Master Koda Select Publishing. Kindle Edition.
August 17, 2013
This is one of those books where you need to know your history. Particularly, your 1950's and 1960's political history. This happens to be right up my alley, due to the fact that I am a huge JFK buff and have more than a slight interest in the death of Marilyn Monroe. Don't be mislead however, "Fateful Night" is a work of fiction, book one of a trilogy entitled "What She Knew". It does have truths and facts mixed in with it though, which makes it realistic and plausible. Even the dialog is written to match the way they spoke during that era. At times, the story takes turns and involves players you might have never considered before as being involved in some rather unsavory activity. You may even find yourself saying, "Holy sh*t!" I know I did.
This is a story of what-ifs. What if Marilyn had survived? What did she know? Did she have information that could have stopped JFK's assassination? Who were the players and how deep were they embedded? The answers may shock you! You find yourself immersed into the minds of each character, thinking their thoughts, feeling their frustrations and fears and basking in their joys. It touches on some of this country's greatest tragedies and darkest secrets. Without knowing the real history of this era, the reader may find themselves a bit lost and unable to comprehend the significance of certain events and statements in the book. If your history's up to snuff, you'll fall into this tail headfirst and begin wondering your own "what-ifs".
Be ready to see some of history's most beloved persons in a whole new light. What you read MAY disturb you - but I've no doubt, it WILL entertain you!
This is a story of what-ifs. What if Marilyn had survived? What did she know? Did she have information that could have stopped JFK's assassination? Who were the players and how deep were they embedded? The answers may shock you! You find yourself immersed into the minds of each character, thinking their thoughts, feeling their frustrations and fears and basking in their joys. It touches on some of this country's greatest tragedies and darkest secrets. Without knowing the real history of this era, the reader may find themselves a bit lost and unable to comprehend the significance of certain events and statements in the book. If your history's up to snuff, you'll fall into this tail headfirst and begin wondering your own "what-ifs".
Be ready to see some of history's most beloved persons in a whole new light. What you read MAY disturb you - but I've no doubt, it WILL entertain you!
February 18, 2016
What she knew starts a trilogy of novels that begins with the death of Marilyn Munroe. But was it an accident, did she commit suicide, or was she murdered because she knew too much? Another question might be, what if she didn’t die?
Authors K. R. Hughes and T. L. Burns write convincingly and evocatively, bringing time, place and characters to life. The dialog reads itself as if the movie’s playing in the reader’s head. As each historically familiar character is named, the reader feels that thrill of recognition and anticipation.
What might Marilyn have learned, she who was loved by a president, and privy to the rich, famous, and possibly mob-connected? What might the president’s wife have thought or planned? And just how far would a family go to protect its honorable name? Or a politician to protect his dream?
My only complaint is this is only book one—hard to complain about since it says so in the title. Readers are drawn in and pulled along, seeking more. But more will come in books 2 and 3 I guess. It’s certainly a deeply involving and fascinating read.
Disclosure: I won a free ecopy.
Authors K. R. Hughes and T. L. Burns write convincingly and evocatively, bringing time, place and characters to life. The dialog reads itself as if the movie’s playing in the reader’s head. As each historically familiar character is named, the reader feels that thrill of recognition and anticipation.
What might Marilyn have learned, she who was loved by a president, and privy to the rich, famous, and possibly mob-connected? What might the president’s wife have thought or planned? And just how far would a family go to protect its honorable name? Or a politician to protect his dream?
My only complaint is this is only book one—hard to complain about since it says so in the title. Readers are drawn in and pulled along, seeking more. But more will come in books 2 and 3 I guess. It’s certainly a deeply involving and fascinating read.
Disclosure: I won a free ecopy.
September 23, 2016
Not my normal type of read...
This book kept me entertained from beginning to end. I could envision the scenarios actually happening. My genre of choice is typically mystery/thriller and this book was equally engrossing. In fact, I read it in one sitting. Starting the next one tomorrow!
This book kept me entertained from beginning to end. I could envision the scenarios actually happening. My genre of choice is typically mystery/thriller and this book was equally engrossing. In fact, I read it in one sitting. Starting the next one tomorrow!
October 24, 2015
Interesting Premise
Well researched book with enough factual information to make the fictional parts believable. I will definitely read the next 2 books although the writing was a bit jerky trying to show what each character was doing at the time.
Well researched book with enough factual information to make the fictional parts believable. I will definitely read the next 2 books although the writing was a bit jerky trying to show what each character was doing at the time.
June 20, 2016
I found (Fateful Night) to have a very Interesting storyline. I both like to read about and to write about "Historical Fiction" , as well. The last several pages are your typical "cliff hanger" type pages that I'm sure will lead you to the next two books in the series. Read and enjoy!!!!!
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