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'Interesting, cultured, action-packed - never a dull moment!' - Sarah Coburn, UK
'Beautiful book! Everything about it is beautiful from the cover to the very last word!' - Mounia Khelifi, Hong Kong
'A pure delight! Witty, sexy, suspenseful, intriguing, exciting, corrupt with twists & turns on each page. A must read!' - Priscilla Doherty, Canada
'Beautiful book! Everything about it is beautiful from the cover to the very last word!' - Mounia Khelifi, Hong Kong
'A pure delight! Witty, sexy, suspenseful, intriguing, exciting, corrupt with twists & turns on each page. A must read!' - Priscilla Doherty, Canada
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By SPR
Format:Kindle Edition
Serafima Bogomolova's debut novel, My Trickster, begins by throwing the reader off balance and continues to do so throughout this quirky novel. The author's attempts to create mystery and drama make the story a little confusing at times, but readers who are willing to go along for the ride will find the unexpected twists and turns of this story delightful and even at times amusing. La is a frustrating character to say the least.
Perhaps some of the most enjoyable aspects of My Trickster are the locales. From Moscow we soon race off to St. Petersburg, then to Helsinki, and end up in Geneva and Venice. Bogomolova gives little detail about the motivations or backgrounds of the characters, yet her writing is lush with color and texture and scent. When she describes a snowy landscape, you pull your sweater tighter.
This is not a plot-driven novel. By the end, the already murky plot has become nothing more than a sideline that gives some structure to La's adventures. And the novel is oddly vague about the characters as well. Though La is most definitely at the heart of the novel, by the end, she is, if anything more of an enigma than she was at the beginning. Yet that does not distract from the novel. La's very inscrutability is what drives the story.
The language gets a bit looser toward the end. However, as the language becomes increasingly clunky, the story begins to gel. The erotica is not at all over-the-top, but readers who are bothered by mildly descriptive sex acts might want to skip this one. Readers who love plot twists, lush settings, and near non-stop action will likely find this a worthwhile read.
Lovers of psychological thrillers will do well to keep an eye on Ms. Bogomolova. If she continues to hone her craft, we can expect good things to come.
Perhaps some of the most enjoyable aspects of My Trickster are the locales. From Moscow we soon race off to St. Petersburg, then to Helsinki, and end up in Geneva and Venice. Bogomolova gives little detail about the motivations or backgrounds of the characters, yet her writing is lush with color and texture and scent. When she describes a snowy landscape, you pull your sweater tighter.
This is not a plot-driven novel. By the end, the already murky plot has become nothing more than a sideline that gives some structure to La's adventures. And the novel is oddly vague about the characters as well. Though La is most definitely at the heart of the novel, by the end, she is, if anything more of an enigma than she was at the beginning. Yet that does not distract from the novel. La's very inscrutability is what drives the story.
The language gets a bit looser toward the end. However, as the language becomes increasingly clunky, the story begins to gel. The erotica is not at all over-the-top, but readers who are bothered by mildly descriptive sex acts might want to skip this one. Readers who love plot twists, lush settings, and near non-stop action will likely find this a worthwhile read.
Lovers of psychological thrillers will do well to keep an eye on Ms. Bogomolova. If she continues to hone her craft, we can expect good things to come.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Larisa
Format:Paperback
My first feeling was "Oh my god", this is so real, this is around me and I am actually part of it. Especially as I am Russian, the scenes which are in Moscow - you can just tell, this is exactly right, even the smell, colours, surroundings are into every details and point at the features of every character in the book. I kept thinking about every episode, imagining it as if I watched a movie, but immediately wanted to read the next episode. The style the book is written, is very entertaining, clever and you can see that every word is "coded" and has its meaning. After couple of episodes I ended up highlighting the words as they have been chosen with distinctive taste and like having a nice jewelery piece, I wanted to have them as part of my vocabulary.
I think that this "mysterious woman" represents a secret and something mysterious inside every person, somebody you want to be, but never trusted yourself to be, like your other side.
I really enjoyed reading the book and would definitely recommend everyone to read it.
I think that this "mysterious woman" represents a secret and something mysterious inside every person, somebody you want to be, but never trusted yourself to be, like your other side.
I really enjoyed reading the book and would definitely recommend everyone to read it.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Milady
Format:Paperback
"My Trickster" is a truly invigorating read. It takes you into the world of the rich and powerful and quite often into the world of unknown. It's intriguing, fast moving, very different to the novels that are currently available on the market. It's packed with action, new places and it's full of glamour. If you wish to immerse yourself into this ever changing and exciting world, I highly recommend it.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
My Trickster Book was a pure DELIGHT! Witty, sexy, suspenseful, intriguing, exciting, corrupt with twists & turns on each page. A must read!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By HannaMarie
Format:Paperback
I love this book. It is fairly short and simple to read, but it doesn't lack in anything. From a good story line to interesting characters this book has is all. I love how each "episode" in the book has a short quote that gives a hint at what that part of the book is going to be about and makes you want to continue reading. The setting, in Moscow is also vividly described and gives the book a unique feel. I couldn't stop reading.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By annakaija
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a perfect gift to your friends who like entertaiment and suprises. I bought some to my friends. You will see how they liked the book.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By DFord
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
Addicting funny quick witted and all around a great book. Would recommend this story to my friends and others! It's a must read
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Kim
Format:Paperback
After visiting Serafimas' website, I knew this was going to be an interesting read - and it was!
This is a very quirky book that revolves around the main character Angela ("La") who is a beautiful woman, with a dangerous streak. Men want and desire her and she uses her beauty to her advantage. Rich, powerful men are drawn to her and she plays lots of "political games" to get what she wants, when she wants it.
La calls up an old love of hers, Juan, to help her in Moscow. Even though he is reluctant to go, he can't resist the fact that she actually needs him - so off to Moscow! But when he arrives, he is met with more questions than answers and has to embark on a journey that he not expecting.
On the outside, she seems to pretty much be a b$tch, but as you read on, you find that she is actually like many of us - she has moments where she is vulnerable and lonely when she needs others to help her.
The book is written from La's perspective as well as the other characters, which can make it a bit hard to follow in parts. However, the characters are interesting, the plot is full of suspense and the book did keep my attention! It was an easy ready, but can be a bit shocking in places - very enjoyable!
This is a very quirky book that revolves around the main character Angela ("La") who is a beautiful woman, with a dangerous streak. Men want and desire her and she uses her beauty to her advantage. Rich, powerful men are drawn to her and she plays lots of "political games" to get what she wants, when she wants it.
La calls up an old love of hers, Juan, to help her in Moscow. Even though he is reluctant to go, he can't resist the fact that she actually needs him - so off to Moscow! But when he arrives, he is met with more questions than answers and has to embark on a journey that he not expecting.
On the outside, she seems to pretty much be a b$tch, but as you read on, you find that she is actually like many of us - she has moments where she is vulnerable and lonely when she needs others to help her.
The book is written from La's perspective as well as the other characters, which can make it a bit hard to follow in parts. However, the characters are interesting, the plot is full of suspense and the book did keep my attention! It was an easy ready, but can be a bit shocking in places - very enjoyable!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars
IndieReader Review
My Trickster is a dark and secretive novel focused around the enigmatic figure of La, a sexy brunette pursued from multiple directions as she moves to further her own secret... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Amy Edelman
2.0 out of 5 stars
My Trickster - Not for everyone
I read the book partway and it never got my attention or interest. When I realized I found it a chore to read, I stopped. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Caylee
3.0 out of 5 stars
Unique story
Every so often I read a book that leaves me with mixed feelings. "My Trickster" by Serafima Bogomolova is one such book. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Penny Minding Mom
3.0 out of 5 stars
Worth Reading
At times this was a hard story to follow with all the twists and turns Serafima has you going on and there were times I had to go back to reread just to keep on track. Read more
Published 7 months ago by s_gallegos
3.0 out of 5 stars
A unique book
I just finished reading My Trickster by Serafima Bogomolova. This fast paced, quirky book is a relatively short book that has a way of throwing the reader a little off base. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Thespringmount6pack
4.0 out of 5 stars
An enticing read
The 'My Trickster' is truly an international and enticing read. The characters and twists of the plot keep surprising the reading chapter after chapter. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Jimmy R.
3.0 out of 5 stars
Nice first work
The beginning was a bit confusing to follow but then in a few chapters that dreamy atmosphere kinda disappeared completely (after La and Macbride met, I think). Read more
Published 8 months ago by Riiality
5.0 out of 5 stars
The full potential of self-publishing
This book of Serafima Bogomolova shows the full potential of self-publishing. A thrilling international adventure which opens many questions and leaves many of them unanswered. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Kirmou
