A Goodreads user asked Tom Secret:

Just entered the give away for your book. The synopsis look inviting and revealing. It not just tapped but knocked the doors of my interests. Was curious to know what inspired you to pen this down? Have a great day Cheers.

Tom Secret Hi Shaurya

I’m glad your interest has been piqued.

Many years ago Jean Marc Bar, was starring in a film called The Big Blue alongside Jean Reno, and rented a room in the flat where I lived. He used to come and read scripts there, and it occurred to me then, that I would like to write novels one day.

Of course, life gets in the way of such dreams, and as many people experience, one way or another, it finds a way to put you through the mangle. I believe the purpose of that is to make us wake up and step up to become a better person. Or maybe a bigger person, you know, fill the shoes we were born to fill. I don’t think anyone does that unless they get challenged by what life throws at them.

My editor called The Charm of Revenge multi-layered, fast paced and gritty. The story was created so that the layering would reveal itself over multiple readings. If one were to try and read it piecemeal along with other novels, much of the subtlety and emotional impact could be lost. I hope, therefore, that when you read it, you will immerse yourself in the story and enjoy the ride.

As one reviewer wrote, it is not for the faint-hearted.

Best of luck in the competition.

Tom Secret

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