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rank 5464
word count 18256
date submitted 22.08.2010
date updated 22.08.2010
genres: Fiction, Thriller, Romance, Young A...
classification: universal
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INTIMATE ENEMIES

Isabella Rose

Rita is found dead in suspicious circumstances. After her designs for an ecologically friendly airplane were stolen. Is it suicide or murder? Angel investigates.

 

Industrial espionage is big business. Eco Planet's designs for an ecologically friendly airplane are stolen and the designer is found dead in mysterious circumstances. Did Rita commit suicide or was she murdered. Chief Superintendant Roberts says his cousin wasn't a thief and wouldn't have taken her own life. He sends a feisty red head, Angel to Florida to check out Blake Hammond. Who owned Lock tight computers which he claims are impregnable. Angel finds the charismatic Blake almost too hot to handle. Blake has suspicions of his own. Soon discovering that under the sensual packaging there is an intelligent woman. Could she have hacked into his computers? Blake challenges Angel to a canoe expedition with two of his friends. They travel for three days deep into the Everglades. Angel bitterly regrets accepting that dare. She'd give her soul for sight of a London bus. After a massive argument she loses one of the canoe's, trying to escape. Many twists and turns unlock sensual secrets. Rita's family conduct a vendetta against Blake believing him responsible for her murder. Many twists and turns help Angel to unravel all the tangled threads and solve the case.

 
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Shieldmaiden wrote 519 days ago

I'm so sorry--I did a complete go through of all my messages to see if I had missed any requests, and I saw your name. I'm sorry it took me so long. But about your story--I think this story will appeal to a lot of romance lovers. Personally I'm not big on stories that have a lot of levity, but I think you do have a story. (I prefer lighter, more comedic stories. Comedy just does it for me). I think you need to redo the format of your writing--like you font will change in the middle of the story. It's just weird. And some of your sentences need to either be revised or combined. But again, a likable story.
If you have any time, could you perhaps look at my book Alexis and comment? If you don't have the time, I understand. I wrote down all the people I'm supposed to be getting back to, and I'm in total despair! On top of that, it's the holidays. Have a very Merry Christmas, and a happy New Year! :)

--Shieldmaiden

Pat Black wrote 620 days ago

Hello there - interesting mystery tale, with a lot of steamy undertones as you pull you protagonists through the Everglades in the opening chapters. Lots of spice in the mix here, intrigued to see where it'll go. One thing to suggest to you is that you need to look at your formatting - the print size changes from paragraph to paragraph here and there.

Pat Black
Snarl

Telegraph wrote 635 days ago

A unique story with intriging charcter that keep us focused until the last word. C W

klouholmes wrote 636 days ago

Hi Isabella, The sentences or fragments in the synopsis gave me pause. I’m not sure about the effect but it did make me think about the characters. The style in the text is very smooth to follow. I liked how the prologue in the Everglades was soon followed by the party where the trip was set up. Hal’s sudden introduction made me go back to see whose husband he was – more lead-up to him? I also wondered at Rita’s suicide not being mentioned much at the party. The whole undercover plan and Blake’s being so attractive certainly drew me in and the plot with the stolen plans is very compelling. Shelved – Katherine (The Swan Bonnet)


missyfleming_22 wrote 637 days ago

I've enjoyed this so far! Angel and Blake have an interesting relationship and I'm curious to see how it evolves. I like how you start and it only gains speed and strength from there. Mixing in a 'green' storyline is brilliant, it's such an important issue these days and it's nice to see someone using it. You've got a fluid writing style too, it was easy to read (even though the fonts are switching up!). I think this has great promise!

Missy

soutexmex wrote 638 days ago

Isabella: do apologize for this spam comment but I did BACK your book. Though my book is currently on the Ed's Desk, I can still use your comments on my book before the end of this month. Thanks - cheers!

JC
The Obergemau Key

paperbat wrote 640 days ago

Looking at your 'about me', you appear very experienced and successful. So no wonder I was impressed by the professional nature and style of 'To Catch a Thief'. However, it was 'Intimate Enimies' that has caught my eye. I have read the first couple of chapters [as I realise it is incomplete]. I am enjoying it and will read more.
I am backing this.
I would be very appreciative if you would take a look at my childrens' book ; Paperbats. I know it has a few syntax errors, but would love to know about its originality / storyline in relation to any editor/agents' advice you have seen in the past!

Jerry [paperbat]

Burgio wrote 640 days ago

INTIMATE ENEMIES
This is an interesting mystery. You’ve created a good character in Angel; she’s likable and feisty enough to take on all comers (including all those Everglade mosquitoes). Blake is a good compliment to her. The idea of an eco-friendly airplane as an idea worth being killed for is good plotting. I’m happy to add this to my shelf. If you have a moment, would you look at mine (Grain of Salt)? I’m in 3rd place but only holding on by my teeth. Burgio

name falied moderation wrote 640 days ago

Dear Isabella

loved your short and long pitch both really sell your book which they are meant too so CONGRATS, and love the way you write. Your ability with words to craft an orginal read is amazing. the characters have decided to take up permanent residence but i will insist they leave soom to go home. ha! I have to wonder on this site at the
creations that come from peoples heads and of course the immense talent of those like yourself to animate
such colorful characters. I truly wish I had half your talent.

BACKED BY ME FOR SURE.
Please take a moment to look, COMMENT which is important to me, and BACK my book. if not that is OK
also

The VERY best of luck to you

Denise
The Letter

SusieGulick wrote 641 days ago

Dear Isabella, I love Angel & her quest for the truth & that she knows how to get what she wants & does in the end. :) Your pitch is amazing begging me to keep reading which flowed so quickly. :) All 3 of your books, I've backed, so I do hope you'll take a moment to back my 2 memoir books. :) Thanks. :) Love, Susie :)

Sylvia Lumley wrote 641 days ago

Your long pitch ends with two sentences which start- Many twists and turns..., otherwise pretty good. I look forward to reading on. Good luck with this, Sylvia.

SusieGulick wrote 641 days ago

:) comment to follow - 19 minutes later :)

chickdaniel wrote 641 days ago

This book was crafted with the helpful comments of other authors and reviewers on the Arts Council England site. It's a cracker - give it a whirl.

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