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Seduction: Love, Loss, Leverage, Murder
In SEDUCTION, renowned author Rachel Allen, in her quest for independence and relief from her PTSD symptoms, moves to New York City. There she reunites with Theodore X. Donovan, the man who saved her life from a brutal rapist years before. Ted, wealthy philanthropist with international connections and founder of The PRAISE Foundation, harbors a dangerous personal agenda.
Because of Rachel's and Ted's high profile work for human rights, both are invited to serve on an eight member presidential think tank that convenes at an isolated Lake George cabin in the Adirondack Mountains of NY. It is here that Rachel recognizes the depth of Ted's skewed sense of love and patriotism, forcing her to face her worst fears.
Meanwhile, the FBI, in pursuit of a serial killer with ties to PRAISE, needs to interview Ted who has accepted a covert deadly presidential mission with international repercussions. With many lives are at stake, a terrified Rachel must fight for her own life, love, and country
Because of Rachel's and Ted's high profile work for human rights, both are invited to serve on an eight member presidential think tank that convenes at an isolated Lake George cabin in the Adirondack Mountains of NY. It is here that Rachel recognizes the depth of Ted's skewed sense of love and patriotism, forcing her to face her worst fears.
Meanwhile, the FBI, in pursuit of a serial killer with ties to PRAISE, needs to interview Ted who has accepted a covert deadly presidential mission with international repercussions. With many lives are at stake, a terrified Rachel must fight for her own life, love, and country
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First published August 10, 2015
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October 12, 2015
Seduction: Love, Loss, Leverage Murder by Carol Bluestein Book Review, 10/12/15
Although crime thrillers are not my genre of choice, Seduction by Carol Bluestein had me deeply engrossed in a story of deception, romance, political intrigue and technological intricacies. Bluestein’s writing is descriptive, engaging and suspenseful. Her characters are multidimensional and believable, leaving me rooting for the protagonist and despising the antagonist. Her grasp of advanced technology is impressive. The intricate plot moves along at a face-pace and is action-oriented. She seamlessly weaves in details that both foreshadow and flash back effectively. This is a stunning debut novel that kept my riveted and turning the pages until the end. It kept me up well past my bedtime to finish it. I thoroughly enjoyed this reading experience and look forward to the next book in her series.
Although crime thrillers are not my genre of choice, Seduction by Carol Bluestein had me deeply engrossed in a story of deception, romance, political intrigue and technological intricacies. Bluestein’s writing is descriptive, engaging and suspenseful. Her characters are multidimensional and believable, leaving me rooting for the protagonist and despising the antagonist. Her grasp of advanced technology is impressive. The intricate plot moves along at a face-pace and is action-oriented. She seamlessly weaves in details that both foreshadow and flash back effectively. This is a stunning debut novel that kept my riveted and turning the pages until the end. It kept me up well past my bedtime to finish it. I thoroughly enjoyed this reading experience and look forward to the next book in her series.
August 8, 2023
Received as an audio review copy from Story Origin, this is an honest review. Wonderfully narrated by Christa Lewis, Seduction is beautifully morally complex and smartly intense story that allows you to ponder that if carefully and quietly ridding the world of those preventing the world from being a better place... is it the right thing to do? This is what Ted Donovan does through his Praise Foundation: while the world sees it as aiding the world to become better; behind the scenes Ted and this team silence those corrupt and others that have gray complex. Ted Donovan also has an uncanny habit of being at the right places and time to rescue women during assaults as happens to a woman named Rachel. Altered by that harrowing experience, she and Ted's worlds collide as Donovan's dark secret project is coming to light and Rachel finds herself aiding the FBI to bring Ted's worlds crashing down.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
July 6, 2022
This was my first CL Bluestein‘s book, and won’t be my last. This is the first book in the Love, Loss, Leverage, Murder series. I liked the characters, the mystery, suspense, and romance. Rachel and Chris are great characters. The supporting characters are intriguing. The plot is well crafted and captivating, filled with twists and turns. Christa Lewis did a great job with the narration. This is a great introduction to the series, and I am looking forward to listening to Perception the next book in the series to know what happens next.
June 27, 2022
If some one offers you your dream, holiday and lets say you do not have the best record for being a good person..... run and keep running.
Loved this book. Yes some parts will kick home, ie rape. But it is done in such away, and such a centre part of this book. Rachel goes through hell and still is , but her new landlord helps her... Please listen this book. We have murder, blackmail, love, strength , action , revenge and mystery organisations.
Loved
Loved this book. Yes some parts will kick home, ie rape. But it is done in such away, and such a centre part of this book. Rachel goes through hell and still is , but her new landlord helps her... Please listen this book. We have murder, blackmail, love, strength , action , revenge and mystery organisations.
Loved
November 5, 2022
There are always those who want to control those close to them and world events.
Characters in this plot are perpetrators of these injustices to mankind and society.
Sometimes victims fight back!
An entertaining read. Thank you
Characters in this plot are perpetrators of these injustices to mankind and society.
Sometimes victims fight back!
An entertaining read. Thank you
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January 30, 2024Looking forward to next in series
This author is new to me; however, this is definitely not the last book I'll be reading of Bluestein's. Great plot, believable characters and full-on, nonstop action.
This author is new to me; however, this is definitely not the last book I'll be reading of Bluestein's. Great plot, believable characters and full-on, nonstop action.
September 30, 2024
Intrigue
I found the plot somewhat confusing but was intrigued enough to continue reading. In the end, I was pleased and satisfied. I am continuing the series.
I found the plot somewhat confusing but was intrigued enough to continue reading. In the end, I was pleased and satisfied. I am continuing the series.
August 1, 2022
I listened to audiobook.
Narrator does an excellent job with regards to her voice.
Inflection and tone was spot on.
The story line is a political thriller involving Rachel and Chris
At the beginning trauma strikes Rachel.
The problem I have with story is that it is never explained why that trauma was part of story.
Otter than that story line was fairly good.
Narrator does an excellent job with regards to her voice.
Inflection and tone was spot on.
The story line is a political thriller involving Rachel and Chris
At the beginning trauma strikes Rachel.
The problem I have with story is that it is never explained why that trauma was part of story.
Otter than that story line was fairly good.
August 20, 2015
Loved this book - great read, not the typical "seduction" - fast and fun political thriller!
April 5, 2024
Exciting novel
August 19, 2018
This page-turning thriller is exciting and well written. I fell in love with the richly drawn characters, and I cannot wait to follow them in their next adventures (PERCEPTION: Book Two).
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