The Devil's Concubine: (The Devil of Ponong Series #1)

Jill Braden

Apr 2013 · The Devil of Ponong Book 1 · Wayzgoose Press

About this ebook

 QuiTai, ruthless concubine of Levapur’s mysterious crime lord, the Devil, receives an unexpected invitation to cocktails with disgraced Thampurian Kyam Zul. She doesn’t trust Kyam enough to drink anything he pours, and won’t help him no matter how hard he begs – or threatens. But when QuiTai’s ex-lover is murdered, Kyam is the only one who knows the name of the killer, and he won’t tell QuiTai unless she helps him first. 

The torpid back alleyways of Levapur’s tropical colony hide more than lovers. There are things with claws, beings with venomous fangs, and spies lurking in the jungle.

Most of them want to keep their secrets.

One of them wants QuiTai dead.

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Search terms: free, series, urban fantasy, tropical, Asian, espionage, spy, political intrigue, strong female heroine, paranormal

(This is the first book in Jill Braden's critically acclaimed Devil of Ponong series. It is a complete, full-length novel, with no cliffhanger.)

Ratings and reviews

An interesting, fast pace, read. Unlike most books this one really keeps you guessing. Great characters, lots of suspense. There are very few proofing errors, I am looking forward to the second book of this series,

Amazingly well written. A captivatingly detailed world that sucks you in and keeps tugging you back til the tale is over. Clever prose and speedy pace make it a real page turner. Dying to read the next two books.

The relationship between the two main characters was a struggle to get through. While I was able to finish the book, I do not plan on pirchasing the rest of the series.

About the author

Upon completing her studies at Miss Havisham's School for Girls, Ms.  Braden earned a degree in Finance. Armed with a smattering of monetary theory and an understanding of capital markets, she invaded Los Angeles with such stealth that most of the population remains unaware that she lurks within the borders. While her lifelong dream of owning James West's train remains elusive, the underwater lair is coming along quite nicely, thank you. Do drop in. She's been looking for an excuse to test the hound's SCUBA gear.