Nadia's Obsession
Charles D. Martin, 2013
Chaney Hall Publishing
245 pp.
ISBN-13: 9780985198435
Summary
Nadia’s Obsession continues the story of a young Russian woman as told in Charles Martin’s first novel, Provocateur. A brief prologue enables readers to jump right into this second novel, if they have not read the first.
Martin’s fascinating protagonist was born an orphan and had a troubled, desperate early life, but was blessed with superior intelligence and beauty. She escaped her impoverished circumstances, coming to America through a mail-order-bride program. In America she became involved with an ex-CIA agent named Olga and, as part of her unique enterprise, is catapulted into a thrilling and dangerous life filled with suspense, intrigue and sexual tension.
This second novel steps up the pace of intrigue and sexual tension as Nadia and Russoff, the Russian oligarch, clash again in a battle of wits. A new romance emerges and takes its twists and turns and the reader experiences new aspects of the gamesmanship between the sexes. Charles Martin once again holds us spellbound and leaves us wanting more. (From the publisher.)
Author Bio
Martin grew up in a small town in Ohio. His parents were poor, but he was able to put himself through college by working two jobs. Martin later had a highly successful career in venture capital and private equity. He founded a pair of investment firms that he managed for two decades.
He runs a thriving hedge fund, Mont Pelerin Capital LLC, and serves on investment committees for prominent universities. His wealth of knowledge about people, finance and technology translates well in his novels.
Martin’s first book, Provocateur (2012), invited readers into the intriguing world of Nadia Borodina, a Russian orphan who comes to America, is thrust into the high life of powerful men and transforms into a crafty femme fatale. Nadia’s Obsession (2013) continues her story with bold twists and turns.
Martin and his wife, Twyla, live in Newport Beach, a picturesque coastal town south of
Los Angeles (From the publisher.)
Book Reviews
Martin has crafted another engrossing tale of seduction, cyber mischief and international intrigue, featuring Nadia Borodina of ‘Provocateur’ fame, a woman other women want to be, and all men want to have, but only the reader truly wins.
David Ward, Academy Award-winning screenwriter for The Sting and nominee for Sleepless in Seattle
Pounding suspense strikes again in Chuck Martin’s new thriller! I got totally pulled into Nadia’s Obsession…and you will, too. Great for your summer escape!
Harvey Karp, M.D., best-selling author of “The Happiest Baby” series
Charles Martin has created a contemporary version of Lilith. His new novel sizzles with intrigue and sexual tension.
Nancy Nigrosh, consulting editor, literary-business.com
Nadia’s Obsession creates a journey that follows her through many worlds of danger as she moves like a tornado through a maze of intrigue…. Nadia’s journey involves emotional development even as it revolves around intrigue, dangerous wealthy men, and high-stakes international schemes.
Diane Donovan - Midwest Book Review
[A] fast-paced plot packed with twists, turns and international intrigue, ‘Nadia’s Obsession’ lies in not just the protagonist, but a host of powerful female women.
Midwest Book Review
Discussion Questions
1. What is the basic theme that runs throughout this story?
2. The author’s protagonist, Nadia, had a childhood with no loving mother and cold orphanage proctors. She experienced no affection during her developmental years. How does this affect her psychological and emotional development and her relationships as an adult?
3. Nadia is blessed with brilliant intelligence. What challenges does this present in her life? How can she have normal friendships and relationships with others?
4. What special issues might a brilliant woman, like Nadia, face in developing a viable love relationship with a man?
5. What issues might a woman who is blessed with the combination of beauty and brilliant intelligence face as she confronts powerful alpha males?
(Questions issued by publisher.)