Passion, Power & Sin - Book 1 (Free Book): How the Victim of a Global Internet Scam Gets Her Revenge!

Mike Wells

Jan 2013 · Mike Wells Books

About this ebook

If something seems too good to be true, it probably is.

When a young, daring, impulsive redhead falls prey to an Internet scam and is swindled out of her life savings and her childhood home, she’s hell-bent on recouping her losses and punishing the person responsible. Her single-minded quest for revenge takes her around the world, from New York to Japan, to the untamed steppes of Kyrgyzstan, to Greece, and ultimately, to a sleek super-yacht anchored in the Mediterranean Sea.  

In the midst of her global escapades, she also finds love. 

Will she let her thirst for retribution destroy that, too?

Join Heather Bancroft for the adventure of a lifetime in another ‘unputdownable’ Mike Wells thriller. Readers of James Patterson, Sidney Sheldon and Danielle Steel will enjoy this series.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From Jayne Lockwood Reviews

This is another enormously enjoyable read from Mr. Wells. Heather is young, beautiful, living and working in New York City. There she gets involved in a dangerous game which seems to be the answer to all her financial worries. AND she meets her perfect man. Life is going swimmingly until she loses everything and has to claw it back, pitting her wits against an elusive millionaire whose get rich quick schemes have resulted in the ruination of countless other people. There is intrigue, tension, international travel, glamour, gleaming yachts, designer clothes, beautiful women, peril on the streets of Paris, murder and sex. It's all in there, a luscious mix of Sidney Sheldon and Shirley Conran, updated and fresh enough to stand tall in the 21st century. I could not put this book down. It was a huge amount of fun but more than that, it has stayed with me and is definitely one I will be recommending to anyone who wants a more than just a sexy romp through a millionaire's playground.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reviewed by David Savage, What's Good to Do Magazine

A story of money, greed, scams, revenge and love! A 24 year old PR assistant, Heather Bancroft, is one of the people caught up in an elaborate scam. She starts to receive strange emails predicting the outcomes of things she can bet on...and these bets take her around the world to Japan onto Istanbul... A very well-written series of books where the pace does not let up from Book 1 to the final pages of Book 5. Filled with twists and turns that grab your attention and keep you reading...suspense and thrills and keeps you on the edge on your seat wanting more. A highly entertaining read, it has to be one of the best stories I have read in years.

 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “…has to be the most frustrating, nerve-wrecking, hair-pulling, amazing, brilliant and unique book series I have EVER read in my entire life!" - Dipii, Goodreads Reviewer

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Action-packed, plot, twisting from turn to turn, threatening, scary, unpredictable, emotional, strong, full of passion, and has a fantastic fulfilling ending.” - Maggie

 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Heather Bancroft is my hero. She leads us into a dark and twisted adventure being torn between love and revenge.” - Debbins

 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This is one of the best books I've ever read, certainly in the top 5. Page after page twists and turns never stopped.” - Jeff Mattice

 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “She will do anything to get back at the man who ruined her life. Heather is lured around the world by the con artist. Her adventures are scary and exciting...” - Pandora

 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A book that's this well written is hard to put down. Awesome characters, many twist turns and several surprises.” - Nicole Rasmussen 

 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Couldn't wait to see what would happen next and truly cared about the characters. This is a must read!” - A. Adams

 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Had great adventures, colorful characters, a fun and exciting read. Entertainment at its best!” - Nancy Souza

 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Twists and turns team up with incredible characters for a nonstop thrill ride.” - Christine Raggio

 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This is a great blend of mystery, suspense and romance and just edgy enough to keep you reading through hunger, sleep deprivation and postponed chores.” - Sandy Penny, Sweet Mystery Reads

Ratings and reviews

Sorry to say I lost patience with the apparent "heroine" at p. 57. From the smooth and well-paced writing, I suspect that there may be a lively ride ahead as the prologue and story intertwine. The frailties of the two NYC characters are established well and the developing plot will likely allow them to develop strengths which will be needed if they end up taking on the manipulator introduced at the start. No doubt enjoyable for someone with a bit more patience.

Not even reading it. This author splits each book into 3, the first bit is free, the rest is not cheap. They are NOT 3 books. I also clicked on book 2 and ended up paying for it in a format I couldn't even read. If you don't mind being conned he IS a good writer, just be truthful is all I ask from people.

Smooth writing other than lack of obvious connection between Heather and the evil man in first chapter. Kept waiting to see how he ties into the story but book 1 does not reveal

About the author

Mike Wells is an American bestselling author of over 20 "unputdownable" thriller and suspense novels, including Lust, Money & Murder and Passion, Power & Sin. He is also known for his young adult books, such as The Mysterious Disappearance of Kurt Kramer, The Wrong Side of the Tracks, and Wild Child, which are used by English teachers in high schools and colleges worldwide. Formerly a screenwriter, Wells' fast-paced, cinematic writing style is often compared the late Sidney Sheldon's, with quick cuts between scenes, engaging action/dialogue, and plot twists. He currently lives in Europe and teaches part-time in the Creative Writing program at the University of Oxford.