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Adalet
She bears a scar that mars her breast. And her soul.
Adalet sees only one way to overcome the ruins of her life. Entangled in a deadly game of lies, she stakes every last shred of herself on winning.
And the odds are not in her favor.
In a struggle between revenge and redemption, Adalet balances on a thin crust of sanity. If you love a story full of twists and suspense, take a ride with Adalet.
“…had me gripped right from the beginning. At one point, I think I was literally sitting on the edge of my chair.”
~ Dawn Van Beck, Author of Pardon The Turkey
“Tiny details in this are stunningly brilliant…these illuminate the characters and situation with few words. Wonderful writing.”
~ Catherine Ryan, author of The Kind
“I am reminded a bit of Gone Girl where bits and pieces of information are dangled. One can only keep reading to find out the answers…”
~ Sheilah Ward
“…had me hooked good from the first word to the very last.”
~ MC D’Alton, author of Epona, and Numbers and The Tango
Adalet sees only one way to overcome the ruins of her life. Entangled in a deadly game of lies, she stakes every last shred of herself on winning.
And the odds are not in her favor.
In a struggle between revenge and redemption, Adalet balances on a thin crust of sanity. If you love a story full of twists and suspense, take a ride with Adalet.
“…had me gripped right from the beginning. At one point, I think I was literally sitting on the edge of my chair.”
~ Dawn Van Beck, Author of Pardon The Turkey
“Tiny details in this are stunningly brilliant…these illuminate the characters and situation with few words. Wonderful writing.”
~ Catherine Ryan, author of The Kind
“I am reminded a bit of Gone Girl where bits and pieces of information are dangled. One can only keep reading to find out the answers…”
~ Sheilah Ward
“…had me hooked good from the first word to the very last.”
~ MC D’Alton, author of Epona, and Numbers and The Tango
- GenresEbooks
49 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 6, 2017
About the author
Joslyn Chase
92 books33 followersJoslyn Chase is a prize-winning author of mysteries and thrillers. Any day she can send readers to the edge of their seats, chewing their fingernails to the nub and prickling with suspense, is a good day in her book.
Joslyn’s story, “Cold Hands, Warm Heart,” was chosen by Amor Towles as one of the Best Mystery Stories of the Year 2023 and “A Band of Scheming Women” was a finalist for the Derringer Award in 2025. In addition, her thriller novel Staccato Passage was a 2025 semi-finalist for the Adventure Writer’s Grandmaster Award.
Her short stories have appeared in Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine, Malice Domestic's Mystery Most Devious, Thrill Ride Magazine, Fiction River, Mystery, Crime, and Mayhem, Mystery Magazine, and Pulphouse Fiction, among others.
Known for her fast-paced suspense fiction, Joslyn’s books are full of surprising twists and delectable turns. You will find her riveting novels most anywhere books are sold.
Her love for travel has led Joslyn to ride camels through the Nubian desert, fend off monkeys on the Rock of Gibraltar, and hike the Bavarian Alps. But she still believes that sometimes the best adventures come in getting the words on the page and in the thrill of reading a great story.
Joslyn’s story, “Cold Hands, Warm Heart,” was chosen by Amor Towles as one of the Best Mystery Stories of the Year 2023 and “A Band of Scheming Women” was a finalist for the Derringer Award in 2025. In addition, her thriller novel Staccato Passage was a 2025 semi-finalist for the Adventure Writer’s Grandmaster Award.
Her short stories have appeared in Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine, Malice Domestic's Mystery Most Devious, Thrill Ride Magazine, Fiction River, Mystery, Crime, and Mayhem, Mystery Magazine, and Pulphouse Fiction, among others.
Known for her fast-paced suspense fiction, Joslyn’s books are full of surprising twists and delectable turns. You will find her riveting novels most anywhere books are sold.
Her love for travel has led Joslyn to ride camels through the Nubian desert, fend off monkeys on the Rock of Gibraltar, and hike the Bavarian Alps. But she still believes that sometimes the best adventures come in getting the words on the page and in the thrill of reading a great story.
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August 28, 2023
Entertaining mystery listening 🎶🔰
I picked this novella because it was free on Amazon.
Adalet and Paul are a married couple 💑 with a life based on lies. When Adated discovers the truth it leads death and a new life. I would recommend this novella and author to 👍 readers looking for a quick mystery read. 2023 👒😡
I picked this novella because it was free on Amazon.
Adalet and Paul are a married couple 💑 with a life based on lies. When Adated discovers the truth it leads death and a new life. I would recommend this novella and author to 👍 readers looking for a quick mystery read. 2023 👒😡
November 11, 2023
Looking for an addicting short read? This is it! I really enjoyed this one from start to finish, and will be recommending to anyone who needs out of a reading slump!
August 1, 2023
Adalet and Paul are not really what one can call a happy couple. They both have secrets. Some are just physically more dangerous than others, especially where Paul is concerned.
Paul is a wife beater.
Adalet is hiding a lot as well. She is looking for revenge and is determined to exact such, no matter what.
So, the newly weds are set for the house of cards to come tumbling down.
Enjoy.
Paul is a wife beater.
Adalet is hiding a lot as well. She is looking for revenge and is determined to exact such, no matter what.
So, the newly weds are set for the house of cards to come tumbling down.
Enjoy.
November 6, 2021
Great short story, hooks you at the very beginning and keeps reeling you along until the twisted end. I’m really glad it was a short (I might not have gone to sleep) I started and then finished before sleeping!
June 10, 2017
One of my favorites. Super suspenseful!
December 28, 2020
A very short story that could have used a lot more fleshing out and could have been a really good novel. Seemed to be more of an outline of what could have been.
October 5, 2023
Didn’t add up
The story didn’t work for me. None of the background explanations contributed enough to make things believable. This is just my opinion. Maybe it will work for you.
The story didn’t work for me. None of the background explanations contributed enough to make things believable. This is just my opinion. Maybe it will work for you.
Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 reviews