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What Reviewers Say About Bold Strokes Books
“With its expected unexpected twists, vivid characters and healthy
dose of humor, Blind Curves is a very fun read that will keep you
guessing.” – Bay Windows
“In a succinct fi lm style narrative, with scenes that move, a character-
driven plot, and crisp dialogue worthy of a screenplay ... the Richfi eld
and Rivers novels are ... an engaging Hollywood mystery ... series.”
– Midwest Book Review
Force of Nature “...is fi lled with nonstop, fast paced action. Tornadoes,
raging fi re blazes, heroic and daring rescues... Baldwin does a fi ne job
of describing the fast-paced scenes and inspiring the reader to keep on
turning the pages.” – L-word.comLiterature
In the Jude Devine mystery series the “...characters seem fully capable
of walking away from the particulars of whodunit and engaging the
reader in other aspects of their lives.” – Lambda Book Report
Mine “...weaves a tale of yearning, love, lust, and confl ict resolution
... a believable plot, with strong characters in a charming setting.”
– JustAboutWrite
“While these two women struggle with their issues, there is some
very, very hot sex. If you enjoy complex characters and passionate sex
scenes, you’ll love Wild Abandon.” – MegaScene
“Course of Action is a romance ... populated with a host of captivating
and amiable characters. The glimpses into the lifestyles of the rich and
beautiful people are rather like guilty pleasures ... a most satisfying and
entertaining reading experience.” – Midwest Book Review
The Clinic is “...a spellbinding novel.” – JustAboutWrite
“Unexpected Sparks lived up to its promise and was thoroughly
enjoyable ... Dartt did a lovely job at building the relationship between
Kate and Nikki.” – Lambda Book Report
“Sequestered Hearts ... is everything a romance should be. It is teeming
with longing, heartbreak, and of course, love. As pure romances go, it
is one of the best in print today.” – L-word.comLiterature
“The Exile and the Sorcerer is a mesmerizing read, a tour-de-force
packed with adventure, ordeals, complex twists and turns, and the
internal introspection of appealing characters.” – Midwest Book
Review
The Spanish Pearl is “...both science fi ction and romance in this
adventurous tale ... A most entertaining read, with a sequel already in
the works. Hot, hot, hot!” – Minnesota Literature
“A deliciously sexy thriller ... Dark Valentine is funny, scary, and very
realistic. The story is tightly written and keeps the reader gripped to the
exciting end.” – JustAbout Write
“Punk Like Me ... is different. It is engaging. It is life-affi rming. Frankly,
it is genius. This is a rare book in that it has a soul; one that is laid bare
for all to see.” – JustAboutWrite
“Chance is not a novel about the music industry; it is about a woman
discovering herself as she muddles through all the trappings of fame.”
– Midwest Book Review
Sweet Creek “... is sublimely in tune with the times.” – Q-Syndicate
“Forever Found ... neatly combines hot sex scenes, humor, engaging
characters, and an exciting story.” – MegaScene
Shield of Justice is a “...well-plotted...lovely romance...I couldn’t turn
the pages fast enough!” – Ann Bannon, author of The Beebo Brinker
Chronicles
The 100th Generation is “...fi lled with ancient myths, Egyptian
gods and goddesses, legends, and, most wonderfully, it contains the
lesbian equivalent of Indiana Jones living and working in modern
Egypt.” – Just About Write
Sword of the Guardian is “...a terrifi c adventure, coming of age story,
a romance, and tale of courtly intrigue, attempted assassination,
and gender confusion ... a rollicking fun book and a must-read for
those who enjoy courtly light fantasy in a medieval-seeming time.”
– Midwest Book Review
“Of Drag Kings and the Wheel of Fate’s lush rush of a romance
incorporates reincarnation, a grounded transman and his peppy
daughter, and the dark moods of a troubled witch—wonderful homage
to Leslie Feinberg’s classic gender-bending novel, Stone Butch Blues.”
– Q-Syndicate
In Running with the Wind “...the discussions of the nature of sex, love,
power, and sexuality are insightful and represent a welcome voice
from the view of late-20-something characters today.” – Midwest Book
Review
“Rich in character portrayal, The Devil Inside is an unusual,
unpredictable, and thought-provoking love story that will have the
reader questioning the defi nition of right and wrong long after she
fi nishes the book.” – JustAboutWrite
Wall of Silence “...is perfectly plotted and has a very real voice and
consistently accurate tone, which is not always the case with lesbian
mysteries.” – Midwest Book Review
SPLIT
THE
ACES
by
Jove Belle
2008
SPLIT THE ACES
© 2008 BY JOVE BELLE. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
ISBN 10: 1-60282-033-3
ISBN 13: 978-1-60282-033-3
THIS TRADE PAPERBACK ORIGINAL IS PUBLISHED BY
BOLD STROKES BOOKS, INC.
NEW YORK, USA
FIRST EDITION: OCTOBER 2008
THIS IS A WORK OF FICTION. NAMES, CHARACTERS, PLACES, AND
INCIDENTS ARE THE PRODUCT OF THE AUTHOR’S IMAGINATION OR
ARE USED FICTITIOUSLY. ANY RESEMBLANCE TO ACTUAL PERSONS,
LIVING OR DEAD, BUSINESS ESTABLISHMENTS, EVENTS, OR LOCALES
IS ENTIRELY COINCIDENTAL.
THIS BOOK, OR PARTS THEREOF, MAY NOT BE REPRODUCED IN ANY
FORM WITHOUT PERMISSION.
CREDITS
EDITOR: JENNIFER KNIGHT
PRODUCTION DESIGN: STACIA SEAMAN
COVER DESIGN BY SHERI ([email protected])
Acknowledgments
My heartfelt gratitude to Len Barot for having the vision and
business savvy to make Bold Strokes the coolest ticket in
town. I’m especially grateful that you invited me along for the
ride. What a rush.
Thanks to Jennifer Knight for ironing the bumps out of the
road. The depth of your knowledge never fails to amaze me.
In a pinch, I’m betting on 17 black.
Michelle, keep growing, you’ll get there. Thanks for saving
my schedule-impaired ass time and time again.
Tara, thank you for thirteen years, three gray-hair-inducing
children, and the never-failing support. Without you, I’d still
be searching for home and there would be no room in my heart
for writing.
Finally, to all my friends, thank you for pitching in for daycare
during the crunch times. I love you guys in spite of your
questionable judgment.
By the Author
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Dedication
For Tara – you are my true north.
