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What people are saying about A Lovely Deadly Muse
Excerpts from Goodreads:
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"This book made me appreciate the true beauty of art, in all its good and bad aspects. A true work of art!"
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"I cannot believe that this is Evelyn's first novel. Congratulations, it is an absolute masterpiece."
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"Congratulations to Evelyn Sloane on a fantastic debut novel. I really enjoyed A Lovely Deadly Muse. Such an interesting storyline with great characters. "
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"This was painfully beautiful. I wanted to absorb every single word. A battle between good and evil that takes place over the course of at least 12 years. Nik’s healing journey is raw and brutal and necessary. A Lovely Deadly Muse is a book that a reader will carry with them for a long time to come. While difficult to discuss, this book absolutely should be talked about, in depth and as long as it takes to break this down."
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A Lovely Deadly Muse
On June 12th, Nik whispered three words to Leo: 'Close your eyes,’ committing an act so unthinkable for a girl who painted and dreamed up poems. That day, Nik shattered the peace of a small California town. Seemingly gone forever from Leo’s life, Nik left behind only a cryptic notebook with names and dark motives.
Eleven years later, Leo, now a New York lawyer seeking redemption for his past failures, stumbles upon Nik at a mysterious art soirée for a renowned, anonymous artist. He believes she is the muse—the catalyst behind the masterpieces, the famed artist drawing inspiration from her tragic past. Their reunion plunges him into a clandestine world of underground art and shadowy characters, where justice and retribution intertwine.
As Leo delves deeper, he uncovers unsettling connections between Nik's circle and his own cases. When a figure from his past turns up dead, Leo must confront a chilling possibility: are they artists, vigilantes—or something far more sinister?
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Content Advisory: This book contains themes that some readers may find sensitive or triggering, including discussions of sexual assault (no explicit scenes), thoughts of suicide, abortion, domestic violence (no explicit scenes), murder, and some spice. Please be aware of these elements as you consider reading this story.
Purchase from your Independent Bookstore
As an indie author, I want to support Independent Bookstores worldwide. Please consider ordering A Lovely Deadly Muse through your local bookstore. The novel is now available worldwide to distributors through Ingram Spark. Simply search the author name, title or ISBN number if your bookstore's online website allows. Prices may vary.
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ISBN
Hardcover: 978-1-7383027-2-7
Paperback: 978-1-7383027-1-0
A Lovely Deadly Muse is now available through Biblio
A Lovely Deadly Muse, is now available in Indie Ontario, a collection of books from local indie authors available exclusively on the BiblioBoard Library mobile and web platform. This collection is available to patrons of participating libraries all across Ontario.
About Evelyn Sloane
Evelyn Sloane has spent the last few years honing her skills as an editorial content creator and campaign strategist for brands worldwide while working at a PR agency. Currently residing in Burlington, Ontario, Evelyn's lifelong passion for reading and writing has driven her to explore various genres and craft numerous short stories and novels.
With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Evelyn's dedication to writing was reignited. She dedicated time to revising past works and developing new stories, spanning across popular genres. Over the past year, Evelyn has diligently refined her craft through learning and editing, eager to share her completed stories with the community.
Having embarked on a personal journey that took her from her home in Canada to the southern United States and eventually to the United Arab Emirates, Evelyn has encountered a myriad of opportunities and experiences. These encounters, coupled with her journey, have fueled her passion for storytelling and writing, shaping her into the author she is today.
