Dubious by Charmaine Pauls

Dubious by Charmaine Pauls Book Summary

BOOK SCORE
4.5
TOTAL RATINGS
141
BOOK PRICE
$4.99

“I was supposed to kill her, but I devised a dubious plan to keep her.”

"Perversely hot, gritty, and richly textured, Valentina and Gabriel's story is one of the best dark romances I've read." –– Anna Zaires, New York Times bestselling author of Twist Me

I’m a loan shark. Breaking people is in my blood. The Haynes’s were supposed to be a straightforward job. Go in and pull the trigger twice. One bullet for Charlie, one for his sister. But when I saw Valentina, I wanted her. Only, in our world, those who owe us don’t get second chances. No way in hell will my mother let her live. So I devised a plan to keep her.

It’s depraved.
It’s immoral.
It’s dubious.

It’s perfect.
Just like her.

Note: Dubious is the the first book in The Loan Shark Duet and ends on a cliffhanger. Valentina and Gabriel's story concludes in Consent, Book 2.

Dubious Book Details

Book Name Dubious
Genre Contemporary
Author Charmaine Pauls
Published 10 October 2017, Tuesday
Price $4.99
E-Book Size 1.91 MB

Dubious by Charmaine Pauls Book Reviews

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Yer Momz

Dubious. Kinky. Depraved. Exhilarating. Gabriel is an incredible, tormented, powerful, nurturing dom. Val is unlocking her inner strength and embracing the intoxicating power of submission. I loved it. And I’m buying the next book in the series.

Lovin_iz_hate

omg this book. my caption say it all. this book is worth the read. once i read it i couldn’t put it down ! it is beautifully written. & holy jesus it’s phenomenal. no words can describe how this is now my favorite book of all times ! hands down to the author ! you have a beautiful mind !

~Mindy Lou~

Blown away!. You know, I read some glowing reviews before reading this. I read where this was an unexpected read and yet I’m still kind of shocked with how much this story affected me. Valentina just breaks my heart. The unfairness of everything she has had to endure and still comes out fighting. Most people would have broken long before. But the biggest surprise? Gabriel. The fact that this author took an evil man who does unspeakable things to people and made me care about him just astounds me. The obsession. The need for love in such a bleak world. The good hidden behind the evil. Even the side characters were a surprise. The author showed us a little glimpse into the brutality of these men and then gives us the humane side of them. How can people have such opposing sides is fascinating. The complexity to all the characters made for a fascinating read. I was so wrapped up in this book, I completely ignored life. If you can handle dark or triggers such as rape and physical violence, you really should check this book out. It does end on a cliffhanger, but you won’t have to wait long for the next book. Personally, I can’t wait to see how such an impossible situation is going to turn out. ARC provided by NetGalley.

Lovesbooks6565

Glued to the pages!. I was generously given an ARC for a honest review. I do not normally read dark romance but this book kept me glued to the pages! And I have the next book Consent ready on my Kindle. But before I get sucked into that book, I wanted to write this review because I enjoyed Dubious far more than I expected. Ms Pauls is a new author for me....I was introduced to her writing in the Kindle Worlds Krinar series. Her take on the Krinar series was fresh and interesting. This book is more like Anna Zaires Twist Me series, where the heroine is forced to be with the hero in the beginning. Gabriel is dark as they come....basically he is a killer. And Valentina's story is so very sad.....and Charlie is heartbreaking. The book is set in South Africa but it could be set in any urban city where drugs, crime, and human predators feed off the weak. I won't get into the plot of the story......there is darkness but there is also lightness where she slowly starts to affect Gabriel. There are times where it is very hard to like Gabriel because of his actions but considering his upbringing and current life its a wonder he can even love. The book ends on a cliffhanger but the 2nd book will come out very soon after Dubious is released.

5illygoose

Can't wait for book 2. I couldn't put it down once I started the book....it was very engaging from the start to end....waiting for part 2!

JMiracle27

Hooked & Addicted. This is my first Charmaine Pauls read and I can say with certainty that it will not be my last. It's dark, twisted, sexy and oh so addicting. Gabriel is sexy, controlling and downright domineering. The chemistry between him and Valentina is hot. Page after page you hope and pray that the characters get some kind of happy ending. Valentina doesn't want to be there but it's her only option to keep herself and her brother safe. But what happens when shes practically set up to fail from the very beginning? Gabriel's mother and his ex are characters you will want to just punch in the face. But they make the story that much more interesting. There are so many factors to consider in this book and the way Charmaine ends it will have you begging for the next book to see where these characters go from here.

Reckless Readers

Unexpectedly Shocking. "It's depraved and immoral. It's dubious. It's perfect." The start of the loan shark book is a little confusing because it is like a run down town in some parts. You quickly realize that the loan sharks have the power to make or break you however it is more the second half than not. Valentina's brother racks up a huge debt but because he is mental handicap they don't care. Gabriel is with Valentina though. Every encounter he hold her like she is made of glass and always takes care of her. I think I fell in love with his hardcore exterior but even more so when he shows his caring side. I can't decide if Valentina was brave or just plain stupid at the end! I can't give it away but it is unexpectedly shocking.

Judegirl83

Absolutely addicting!. Absolutely amazing!! Part 1 of the Loan Shark Duet has grabbed hold of me and held me captive from start to finish! This read was addicting in the best way possible. Valentina is such a strong person who will do what she must for those she loves dearly. Gabriel is not one to mess with and everyone knows that. When their paths collide it’s in a tragically beautiful way and all that follows is not for the weak of heart. A total MUST-READ!!! I’m beyond ready to dive into part 2 of this duet!!!

Crazy not lazy

Dubious. This is, by far, the biggest waste of time I have ever read! Don’t waste your time reading this book. This book almost turned me off reading!

Ksarak Kent

FIVE STARS. My first Charmaine Paul book and I’m patting myself on the back for picking such an addicting read. Though I have a feeling all of Pauls’ books will be tremendously addicting. I’m relatively new to this Dark Romance world. And with each different author, I get sucked deeper and deeper into this genre and I’m certainly not complaining. This book actually delved into some of the activities that I really don’t find appealing. Yet because of the author’s writing style and abilities, those actiivities turned into very interesting reads. Some of the best parts of the book actually. I honestly can’t say there was a single aspect of this book that I didn’t enjoy. Enjoyed ALL of the characters. Even found the villain engrossing and never felt the urge to skip her parts of the book. Didn’t have one issue with the supporting characters and especially not the leading characters. So, needless to say since I loved Dubious book 1, Consent book 2, is a definitely must read. Dubious = 5 stars

Nookworm1

Charmaine writes the Dark Hero perfectly!. This book was riveting from beginning to end! The characters are so rich and complex and just well developed. She really takes you into the gritty world of poverty and sacrifice for the ones you love. If you like Dark Romance, snag this ASAP!

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ValevaleL

OMG!AMAZING. An well written and so damn romantic. I never stop reading it until the very end when I first start reading it. IT IS A MUST READ BOOK. Thank you for an amazing book. Too bad the next one is not for free. Really can’t afford it..

6416toni

Wow, what a ride. This book is incredible. The characters depth, the depth of the storyline is so well written. It has so much light and darkness, I feel like I've run a marathon. Set in South Africa is a change too, with the deadly poverty, and the disgusting wealth, it's such a different storyline of survival and love. Can't wait to read the next installment. Congrats to the author, it's a refreshing read.

Trici@50

Hot, gritty and dark. I haven't read anything by this author before and this book was a total surprise to me. I started reading fully expecting to dislike our main man Gabriel but have ended up feeling the complete opposite. Is he brutal, is he capable of unspeakable acts, absolutely, but this author has such talent that she made me second guess any preconceived ideas I had. By allowing us to see into his mind we gain a better understanding of how he works, that underneath he is capable of feeling joy and sorrow like the rest of us. He is not a handsome man, his body and face scarred from a life lived with violence and I liked that he is damaged on the outside as well as on the inside. He definitely has some redeeming qualities I could focus on. Now his mother on the other hand ... I love a strong female character in a story and Valentina is certainly that. I have such admiration for her and everything she has endured and continues to endure in her life with such stoicism. I like the fact that her incredibly stressful life has not prevented her from having a kind and loving heart. In the beginning we see that she is completely controlled by Gabriel but over time we realise that she is not totally powerless and that when feelings begin to develop we can't be sure who the captive actually is. Dark, violent and sexy with lots of great anticipation, Dubious has a fantastic storyline that is wonderfully written. I highly recommend this book and can't wait to read the conclusion of this story in Consent.

Anniebakie

His Dubious Choice. The most salacious yet beautiful, tragic story I have ever read, I can’t wait to read Consent book two in the Loan Shark Duet. The two main characters Gabriel and Valentina have tragic haunted pasts that have been so wonderfully told with such beautiful prose. Only Charmaine Paul’s can write such beauty in tragedy. A for sure modern retelling of Beauty and the Beast with an adorable man child, the brain damaged brother of Valentina! Will it be 9 years of hate for Valentina? Will she be able to pay anything of Charlie’s debt he owes the Dangerous Loan SharkGabriel Louw aka ‘the breaker’ and will she ever see Charlie again? The cruel, evil Magda the mother of Gabriel wants both Valentina and Charlie dead no matter what! Or will Valentina’s bravery and loyalty to Charlie save her? The answer to all my questions will be in the much deserved and highly recommended book that you simply must one-click today.

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Rosemary Pauline West (née Letts; born 29 November 1953) is an English serial killer who collaborated with her husband, Fred West, in the torture and murder of at least nine young women between 1973 and 1987; she also murdered her eight-year-old stepdaughter Charmaine in 1971. The majority of these murders took place at the West residence in Gloucester. West is currently an inmate at HM Prison New Hall, Flockton, West Yorkshire, after being convicted in 1995 of ten murders. Fred West committed suicide in prison that same year while awaiting trial, following the couple's arrest in 1994. Early life Rose West was born Rosemary Pauline Letts in Northam, Devon, to William Andrew "Bill" Letts and Daisy Gwendoline Fuller after a difficult pregnancy. She was the fifth of seven children born into a poor family. Rose's mother suffered from depression and was given electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) both during and immediately after her pregnancy; some have argued that this treatment may have....

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