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Circle of Deceit: An Interracial Romance Standalone
Theirs was a taboo love affair that should've never been. An erotic tale laced in sensuality and sprinkled with unbridled desire.
Lust brought them together but will deceit pull them apart?
This is an unconventional love story with unorthodox themes. Reader discretion is advised.
Lust brought them together but will deceit pull them apart?
This is an unconventional love story with unorthodox themes. Reader discretion is advised.
164 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 20, 2019
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May 9, 2020
"Noah and Raquel had been thrown together by circumstance, but he hoped against hope they could stay together in love."
Enjoyable read times 2
"Noah needed her to know he was a man of his word. He would do anything and everything in his power to help her through such a difficult time, and after it was over, he hoped she would recognize that she could always count on him."
“I wouldn’t be anywhere else in the world but beside you, darlin’.” Noah winked as he broke out his most charming smile. He could see the slight blush on Raquel’s brown cheeks and the genuine smile on her face before she turned away."
The comeuppance was so deserving in "Circle of Deceit" for Alexander and Giselle!
Enjoyable read times 2
"Noah needed her to know he was a man of his word. He would do anything and everything in his power to help her through such a difficult time, and after it was over, he hoped she would recognize that she could always count on him."
“I wouldn’t be anywhere else in the world but beside you, darlin’.” Noah winked as he broke out his most charming smile. He could see the slight blush on Raquel’s brown cheeks and the genuine smile on her face before she turned away."
The comeuppance was so deserving in "Circle of Deceit" for Alexander and Giselle!
October 1, 2019
Great
I loved everything about this book. I'm glad the good guys found love. The bad guys got what they deserve.
I loved everything about this book. I'm glad the good guys found love. The bad guys got what they deserve.
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August 3, 2023Desperate to have a baby and save her crumbling marriage, Raquel agrees to vacation with her husband Alexander at a “swingers” resort.( Huge red 🚩 by the way). Alexander suggests swapping spouses with another couple (Noah and Giselle). Raquel is at first against this idea. However, she finds she has an intense attraction to Noah. Following through with her husbands plans, Raquel releases all shame and opens up to Noah. She finds he brings out a part of her that she didn’t know existed. She realizes how horrible her husband has treated her and that their marriage is over.
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Im so upset that I waited so long to read this. You definitely have to be open minded and not judgmental when reading. I got hooked from the very first sentence. It definitely lives up to the the phrase “The love of money is the root of all evil ”. It had lust, greed, betrayal, mystery, suspense and drama. I was left with my mouth dropped open more than once. Raquel and Noah will leave you blown while rolling your eyes. I thought “You’ve got to be kidding me” so many times , I lost count LOL!This story had me on the edge of my seat. So many twist and turns that I didn’t want it to end. I definitely recommend reading tthis book.
January 27, 2020
3.5 🌟.
This is my first time reading anything written by this author, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. Initially, I was completely taken aback by the opening chapters. They caught me completely by surprise, and I didn’t know whether I liked things the way I saw them progressing.
Boy, am I glad I continued this book. The beginning, middle and ending of the book were cleverly written. Yes, it had erotic elements, but the majority of the book is more mystery and suspense without sex; it is primarily about duplicity, greed, murder, and about the betrayal of people you trust and hold most dear.
Had I stopped at the beginning, thinking this book was something else entirely, I would have definitely missed out on a very satisfying read. That the book was well edited was a big plus. I know I’ve been deliberately cryptic, but had I not, I would have had to label the review as a spoiler. I’ve got scores of books to read people! 😁😁
This is my first time reading anything written by this author, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. Initially, I was completely taken aback by the opening chapters. They caught me completely by surprise, and I didn’t know whether I liked things the way I saw them progressing.
Boy, am I glad I continued this book. The beginning, middle and ending of the book were cleverly written. Yes, it had erotic elements, but the majority of the book is more mystery and suspense without sex; it is primarily about duplicity, greed, murder, and about the betrayal of people you trust and hold most dear.
Had I stopped at the beginning, thinking this book was something else entirely, I would have definitely missed out on a very satisfying read. That the book was well edited was a big plus. I know I’ve been deliberately cryptic, but had I not, I would have had to label the review as a spoiler. I’ve got scores of books to read people! 😁😁
October 1, 2019
Is there suspense and lots of twists to this story? Yes, indeed there are. That's partially why this book earned 3 stars. It wasn't a boring story by any means. However, the romance part of the book left me a little cold. There's this taboo topic of swinging. That's how our H/h meet. Both married to other people. They go to this swingers resort in Jamaica and while she claims she was pushed into it by her husband because he promised to give her baby if she went through with it. Really? And then it was hard for me to believe she was married to this man for over a decade and had no sense of who he really was..mainly, his character. She was so in the dark! Then, I did not really buy how deeply Noah fell for her even during their time together at the resort. I still was trying to figure out what his deal was. He was the experienced one in the whole swinging scene with his wife, Giselle. Again, we have another situation where he wasn't too heads up about his wife's character either and all the secrets she had during their long marriage. I mean, I was floored that he was a private investigator by trade and he was such a moron lol Wow, get another profession, man. I wouldn't hire him haha Anyway, the book was okay, I guess, just the circumstances of the relationship between Raquel "Rocky" and Noah's romance was kind of weird to me. If you enjoy drama and suspense though, this may be a good read for you.
September 23, 2019
Lots of suspense
So many twists and turns! Just when you thought you had it all figured out another curveball came right at you. Raquel and Noah met in the MOST unconventional way but they had a connection even if they couldn't act on it right away. Their lives were turned upside down after the met on vacation and they handled it as well as could be expected. I can't say much without ruining the book but know you will be kept on your toes! Love Kasey's books!
So many twists and turns! Just when you thought you had it all figured out another curveball came right at you. Raquel and Noah met in the MOST unconventional way but they had a connection even if they couldn't act on it right away. Their lives were turned upside down after the met on vacation and they handled it as well as could be expected. I can't say much without ruining the book but know you will be kept on your toes! Love Kasey's books!
September 24, 2019
OMG!!!
I loved this story so much more than I thought I would. I really like Noah and how he stayed true to his self with all the craziness that he was thrown into and Rocky, I enjoyed her development into being a confident sensual woman her own way. This was a nice spin on the swingers lifestyle.
I loved this story so much more than I thought I would. I really like Noah and how he stayed true to his self with all the craziness that he was thrown into and Rocky, I enjoyed her development into being a confident sensual woman her own way. This was a nice spin on the swingers lifestyle.
January 24, 2020
4.5 stars!
When I first started to read, I wasn’t sure if was going to like the plot. I decided to keep an open mind. By the 2nd chapter, I was sucked in! The twists and turns is the story not only got better but they seemed to never end. Definitely kept me on my toes.
I’m glad I kept an open mind. Highly recommended!
When I first started to read, I wasn’t sure if was going to like the plot. I decided to keep an open mind. By the 2nd chapter, I was sucked in! The twists and turns is the story not only got better but they seemed to never end. Definitely kept me on my toes.
I’m glad I kept an open mind. Highly recommended!
June 8, 2020
The way this one started, there's no way you would have thought it would take the turn it did.
That's a good thing though. I just wish some of the awesome hotness you're introduced to here @ the beginning, made more of an appearance as the story developed too.
This was still an awesome read and I was happy with how things came to a close for Raquel and Noah Lord knows they deserved it.
That's a good thing though. I just wish some of the awesome hotness you're introduced to here @ the beginning, made more of an appearance as the story developed too.
This was still an awesome read and I was happy with how things came to a close for Raquel and Noah Lord knows they deserved it.
September 22, 2019
A different look....
I really liked the twist she put on this book. Noah was a great guy trying to please his wife. He was surprisingly gullible, something you Don't normally see in romance novels. Raquel was in an abusive relationship and did not even know it. It was great to see her finally see her husband for who he really was. Raquel reclaiming her power was the best part of the book to me.
I really liked the twist she put on this book. Noah was a great guy trying to please his wife. He was surprisingly gullible, something you Don't normally see in romance novels. Raquel was in an abusive relationship and did not even know it. It was great to see her finally see her husband for who he really was. Raquel reclaiming her power was the best part of the book to me.
September 22, 2019
A little different
I really enjoyed this book. I like the intrigue and suspense you put in your novels. The sex was hot as usual and the setting was in two places instead of your beloved Texas.
I really enjoyed this book. I like the intrigue and suspense you put in your novels. The sex was hot as usual and the setting was in two places instead of your beloved Texas.
September 22, 2019
Fantastic
The book title is oh so appropriate. The degree of deceit was mind boggling. Alexander was a tool and got what he deserved. Raquel proved she was stronger than she thought.
The book title is oh so appropriate. The degree of deceit was mind boggling. Alexander was a tool and got what he deserved. Raquel proved she was stronger than she thought.
September 22, 2019
Pretty Good
This book was really good! It definitely kept me interested. I love that Racquel didn’t play a victim to her circumstances!
This book was really good! It definitely kept me interested. I love that Racquel didn’t play a victim to her circumstances!
September 22, 2019
Taboo and thriller
Taboo story, hot couples, and drama marriage. Then mystery in the end was awesome. Could not put book down! Will read more books by author
Taboo story, hot couples, and drama marriage. Then mystery in the end was awesome. Could not put book down! Will read more books by author
March 30, 2021
Lies and more lies
OMG!!!! Alexander was combing and deceitful and the fact that he lead Raquel on for all those years . Am not into violence but he got what he deserved. He caused a lot of chaos in their lives by being selfish and self serving. Who would think someone in a swingers situation would cheat. That Jana was evil and vindictive she just goes to show just because you are education doesn't mean you can't be a pycho.
OMG!!!! Alexander was combing and deceitful and the fact that he lead Raquel on for all those years . Am not into violence but he got what he deserved. He caused a lot of chaos in their lives by being selfish and self serving. Who would think someone in a swingers situation would cheat. That Jana was evil and vindictive she just goes to show just because you are education doesn't mean you can't be a pycho.
January 24, 2022
Surprised but pleasantly pleased
I don’t think I really knew what I was about to read lol I had a moment of hesitation with the swingers and wondered about how this all would play out. I enjoyed the suspense and felt bad for Rocky with all she went through, but was happy to see Noah stick by her. Everyone got what they deserved so it was a happily ever after. It goes to show that some circumstances we are put in can lead to greater things after we have gone through the pain.
I don’t think I really knew what I was about to read lol I had a moment of hesitation with the swingers and wondered about how this all would play out. I enjoyed the suspense and felt bad for Rocky with all she went through, but was happy to see Noah stick by her. Everyone got what they deserved so it was a happily ever after. It goes to show that some circumstances we are put in can lead to greater things after we have gone through the pain.
January 7, 2020
Ooohhhhh, the drama!
I have never seen people go to these great lengths for money! OMG! The deception, conniving, greed, jealousy and hatred from these characters was just pure evil! You knocked it out of the park with this one! Whew! Glad to see Noah and Rocky find happiness, after all that mess! Loved it! 👍👍👍
I have never seen people go to these great lengths for money! OMG! The deception, conniving, greed, jealousy and hatred from these characters was just pure evil! You knocked it out of the park with this one! Whew! Glad to see Noah and Rocky find happiness, after all that mess! Loved it! 👍👍👍
October 13, 2022
Anatomy of a marriage!
In this case, two marriages of two couples. Novice swingers, Raquel and Alexander and experienced swingers, Noah and Giselle.
This story is about betrayal, deception, infidelity, greed, attempted murder, murder, justice and finally love rising from the ashes and rebirth of trust.
A must read!!!!
In this case, two marriages of two couples. Novice swingers, Raquel and Alexander and experienced swingers, Noah and Giselle.
This story is about betrayal, deception, infidelity, greed, attempted murder, murder, justice and finally love rising from the ashes and rebirth of trust.
A must read!!!!
February 21, 2020
Amazing
I can say this book took me on an emotional rollercoaster that I awash not ready for but it was so well worth it. I still can’t believe all the things Raquel and Noah went through to finally get their happily ever after.
I can say this book took me on an emotional rollercoaster that I awash not ready for but it was so well worth it. I still can’t believe all the things Raquel and Noah went through to finally get their happily ever after.
March 5, 2020
Fantastic Book!
I enjoyed reading this book so much! I couldn't put my kindle down! I enjoyed Raquel and Noah journey to love! I enjoyed the storyline and the chemistry between them! Such a fantastic book!
I enjoyed reading this book so much! I couldn't put my kindle down! I enjoyed Raquel and Noah journey to love! I enjoyed the storyline and the chemistry between them! Such a fantastic book!
February 17, 2020
4.5 stars
October 13, 2020
This was a good read
Kasey Martin has a way of drawing you into a story. I loved the drama and how the story flowed.
Kasey Martin has a way of drawing you into a story. I loved the drama and how the story flowed.
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March 29, 2021Great book
This was my first book by this author and it was a really great read. It really kept me guessing the whole time .
This was my first book by this author and it was a really great read. It really kept me guessing the whole time .
August 18, 2021
3.5 good short story. The plot was crazy dramatic and I enjoyed it
September 22, 2021
4.5 Stars
A very good read, defiantly recommend this book
A very good read, defiantly recommend this book
October 26, 2021
Deceit
This was such a good suspenseful story. The lengths people will go to for money and love is astounding. I was thoroughly engaged from beginning to end.
This was such a good suspenseful story. The lengths people will go to for money and love is astounding. I was thoroughly engaged from beginning to end.
February 13, 2022
This was just ok. It started off pretty good and kind of fell flat
October 3, 2019
If your husband says the only way he'd consider starting a family is if you adopt a swinging lifestyle, I would call that a 🚩🚩🚩, but for some reason Raquel Vincent saw it as a sign of hope. *deep sigh* The one good thing I can say is that she wasn't the only dumb and gullible character in the book. Homegirl had company. Lots of company.
On the road to making her deep desires for motherhood come true, Raquel partners with Noah on a swingers retreat. Noah is also the owner of a private investigation firm, however it took him a ridiculously long time to discover how duplicitous and murderous his wife Giselle truly was. I can say I was surprised by the direction how the deceit aspect of the story played out. Unfortnately though this became a typical episode of Snapped.
The love scenes were fire. I felt the heat between Noah and Raquel, but I can't say I felt any kind of connection between them outside of the bedroom. Mostly because the two did a lot of inner monologuing and self-reflection. I would have liked to see more action just in general, more scenes of them doing rather than telling. And I was going to nitpick about Raquel falling into the damsel in distress category, but I reminded myself it is rare to see black women portrayed in that light when it comes to movies, tv, even books at times. We're always depicted as being strong, magical negroes, the conscience of white leads. So this time I'm making an exception that she didn't have much to do besides waiting to be rescued. She had umph to her personality when needed, but she did spend an inordinate amount of time feeling sorry for herself. Understandable in terms of finding out her husband wasn't sh*t to a degree she didn't see coming. Nevertheless, this was an enjoyable read.
On the road to making her deep desires for motherhood come true, Raquel partners with Noah on a swingers retreat. Noah is also the owner of a private investigation firm, however it took him a ridiculously long time to discover how duplicitous and murderous his wife Giselle truly was. I can say I was surprised by the direction how the deceit aspect of the story played out. Unfortnately though this became a typical episode of Snapped.
The love scenes were fire. I felt the heat between Noah and Raquel, but I can't say I felt any kind of connection between them outside of the bedroom. Mostly because the two did a lot of inner monologuing and self-reflection. I would have liked to see more action just in general, more scenes of them doing rather than telling. And I was going to nitpick about Raquel falling into the damsel in distress category, but I reminded myself it is rare to see black women portrayed in that light when it comes to movies, tv, even books at times. We're always depicted as being strong, magical negroes, the conscience of white leads. So this time I'm making an exception that she didn't have much to do besides waiting to be rescued. She had umph to her personality when needed, but she did spend an inordinate amount of time feeling sorry for herself. Understandable in terms of finding out her husband wasn't sh*t to a degree she didn't see coming. Nevertheless, this was an enjoyable read.
March 22, 2020
4.00 Stars. (BW/WM). A Kindle Unlimited Edition e-book. I thoroughly enjoyed this short well written gem, it is different, atypical and unusual with a storyline that embodies the book’s title. In my opinion, a large part of enjoying the storyline is the surprise of discovering the central theme underpinning the motives and actions of the principle characters. With that in mind, I will avoid disclosing anything that might take away anyone’s ability to have the full effect of discovery. The heroine, Raquel Vincent, is a high school student councilor in a failing marriage whose husband, Alexander Vincent, is a senior financial analyst with a roving eye for the ladies. Raquel thinks having a baby will save her’s and Alexander’s marriage, Alexander vehemently disagrees. The hero, Noah Palmer, is a multimillionaire and the owner and CEO of Palmer Investigations, he is married to Giselle Palmer, a stay-at-home wife. This couple is childless and seemingly is happy with their lifestyle. Events happen that bring these four into close proximity creating situations where they interact; thus, parts of the story is told from the prospective of each of these 4 characters. Aside from a bit of romance, the story has lots of drama including attempts at murder; yet, the happy ever comes to Raquel and Noah.
March 18, 2020
And what a CIRCLE it was.
Raquel and Noah most definitely had the wrong spouses. I wouldn't wish partners such as those two on my worst enemy. She (not going to even call her name) had a man willing to give her the world and did and he (not calling his name either) had a devoted wife willing to do what ever to get the spark back into their multi year marriage and hoping to eventually get what she had been waiting for. But NO these two scheming folks had other plans. Well glad it DIDN'T work and they both got what they really deserved.
Raquel and Noah most definitely had the wrong spouses. I wouldn't wish partners such as those two on my worst enemy. She (not going to even call her name) had a man willing to give her the world and did and he (not calling his name either) had a devoted wife willing to do what ever to get the spark back into their multi year marriage and hoping to eventually get what she had been waiting for. But NO these two scheming folks had other plans. Well glad it DIDN'T work and they both got what they really deserved.
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