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Colours of the frauD
Colours of the frauD
Sapphic Novel from an Enigmatic Literary Newcomer
written by Otilija Štajn
editor: Sara Leone cover: Olexander P
Publisher Poplars Books
Collection LGBTQ+ approved
Language English (UK)
Buy eBook $4,99
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Suspense, love, and intrigue woven into a page-turning SAPPHIC novel.
Suspense, love, and intrigue woven into a page-turning SAPPHIC novel.
What would you do if you found out the painting in your bedroom is worth a million?
A cancelled meeting unravels Ema's life. As head of finance, her career begins to fall apart, and uncertainty suffocates her. Mojca, the woman she loves, is slipping away. At her thirty-fifth birthday party, things worsen when a guest identifies a nude woman depicted in an oil painting as his deceased sister—killed in a car accident twenty years ago.
"Colours of the Fraud" places Ema in the spotlight. Faced with business fraud, she must make a tough choice. Will she chase financial gain, risking losing Mojca and the genuine bond they share? Or will she reclaim her integrity and find true self-acceptance? As her quest deepens, so do the stakes—her career, her loving lesbian relationship, and her very identity hang in the balance.
And what secrets does the enigmatic painting hold, weaving its threads into Ema’s fate? The answers await discovery within the pages of her tale.
Editorial Reviews
Editorial Reviews
'Great read for a rainy afternoon! The complex characters, especially Ema's struggle to balance ambition and her relationship with her lesbian partner, made me fall in love with this book.'
-Lucija Ćirović, slovenian actress -
'It’s a story that keeps you guessing, unraveling its secrets layer by layer, and leaves a lasting impression with its haunting, introspective tone.'
- Literary Titan -
This book is a must-read for fans of literary fiction who appreciate well-developed characters and a gripping plot.'
- Goodreads Reviewer -
'As readers delve deeper into "Colours of the Fraud," they are not only drawn into the suspenseful plot and the romantic entanglements but also into Ema's inner world, where the shadows of secrecy and self-discovery play out in compelling ways. This dual exploration of mysteries—both external and internal—makes the novel a rich and thought-provoking read, ensuring that Ema's journey resonates long after the final page is turned.'
- Booksprout Reviewer -
'Overall, a fine debut that would appeal to those that enjoy a bit of mystery within everyday living.'
From the book
From the book
‘Are you numb or what? Do you even understand what I'm talking about? Love. Intimacy. Is there even anything here?’ Mojca’s anger was palpable as she placed her palm on my chest, and her gentle touch hurt more than if she had punched me in the face. ‘Where did the police come into this? I had no idea what they were even talking about? Some photos, some evidence,’ she withdrew her hand and took a step back.
‘Wait, I'll explain everything,’ I said, trying to reach for her hand in the space between us.
‘Ema, I don't even know who you are anymore. I entrusted you with my most intimate details. I wanted you to know everything about me. We were building a life together. I thought that there were no secrets between us.’
‘There are no secrets. I would have told you. I was just about to tell you that,’ I tried to hug her.
‘That what?’ She pushed me away, then reached for the painting, lifting it from the floor in a fit of anger.
‘That painting is worth a million,’ I quickly summarised, getting straight to the point, hoping to salvage whatever I could.
She moved the painting away from her body as if it were contagious.
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