Pain Loves Passion

This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
Buy on Amazon Buy on Waterstones
*This page contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you.
Send NetGalley books directly to your Kindle or Kindle app

1
To read on a Kindle or Kindle app, please add kindle@netgalley.com as an approved email address to receive files in your Amazon account. Click here for step-by-step instructions.
2
Also find your Kindle email address within your Amazon account, and enter it here.
Pub Date 6 Apr 2023 | Archive Date 30 May 2023

Talking about this book? Use #PainLovesPassion #NetGalley. More hashtag tips!


Description

Love is madness, entirely driven by sexual instinct, so the philosophers say...

But for thirty-one-year-old Vincent Luther, love transgresses his limitations and transforms into divine possession as soon as he lays eyes on twenty-six-year-old Lana McKenzie, an alluring, aspiring writer...a ghost of his past.

The only problem is that he cannot remember her. As a married man and father of two, Vincent believes that he is fulfilled in his marriage and career, but his world comes crashing down when his mother, Isobel, passes away. Unable to cope with his grief, Vincent's dysfunctional relationship with his father worsens when Maxwell Luther introduces Lana as his new, young bride less than six months after Isobel's death.

Consumed with anger and resentment, Vincent judges Lana as an opportunist, gold-digger who is after Maxwell's family fortune. His secret attraction towards Lana is eclipsed by his prejudiced view of her character.

While their chemistry is undeniably intense and forbidden, their fated reunion sparks a love/ hate dynamic that stretches for an entire year of emotional warfare before all secrets are exposed...and passions.

Love is madness, entirely driven by sexual instinct, so the philosophers say...

But for thirty-one-year-old Vincent Luther, love transgresses his limitations and transforms into divine possession as...


A Note From the Publisher

Mina Alexia was born in Tehran, Iran. She moved to Canada with her family at the age of three and was raised in a small town in Ontario. She graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a Bachelor's Degree of Arts, Honors English.

Having faced many adversities in life, she decided to use her artistic gifts to heal through the medium of creative writing. Mina uses her social media presence to spread awareness on trauma recovery and mental health. Her novels include trauma-informed themes that are rich with emotion. She believes "we need to feel to heal."

Mina Alexia was born in Tehran, Iran. She moved to Canada with her family at the age of three and was raised in a small town in Ontario. She graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a...


Advance Praise

"A well-crafted cat and mouse game of love and hate, anger and sensuousness that draws readers into this incredible love story of unimaginable heartbreak... the ending is worth the wait." -Barbara A. Luker, author of I Carry Your Heart

"Mina Alexia has established her place within the Romance genre. I found myself hoping the book wouldn't end darkly..." -Carlton James, author of An America Reborn Thriller series

"...a lovely cocktail of passion, lust, and love with a twist of heartbreak. Alexia has crafted a heartfelt story of second chances you'll be sure to enjoy." –Lena Gibson, author of The Edge of Life

"A well-crafted cat and mouse game of love and hate, anger and sensuousness that draws readers into this incredible love story of unimaginable heartbreak... the ending is worth the wait." -Barbara A...


Available Editions

EDITION Ebook
ISBN 9781685131739
PRICE US$6.99 (USD)
PAGES 305

Available on NetGalley

NetGalley Shelf App (EPUB)
Send to Kindle (EPUB)
Download (EPUB)

Average rating from 9 members


Featured Reviews

This book was so good. Complex, intense characters heat up the pages with drama and the intrigue. Mina Alexia continues to impress, and romance fans will eagerly await the next book.

Was this review helpful?

I completed this novel in just one day which is testimony to how intrigued i was with the content within and the subject matter. I simply could not put it down. Actually, the storyline was relatable in a sense due to someone i know having experienced something similar in regards to two married individuals committing adultery. I certainly would suggest reading it for yourself. I believe it is important that you make your own judgement, For me, this novel ticked all the boxes. Congratulations to the author and to the publisher for an amazing novel sure to captivate the minds of the individuals who find themselves reading it.

Was this review helpful?

I have never read a book like this. It is not your traditional romance story, but I was very pleasantly surprised. Extremely well written by the author.

I’m not sure how much of this book I can verbalize without it falling into spoiler territory. There are some very strong viewpoints expressed on behalf of the MMC that I feel could trigger/be offensive to some readers, certain political and religious views that are likely to upset some. There are also many “traditional” triggers in the story as well, not sure that the author has listed them somewhere for those that would like a heads up. Including one that is generally a no go for a lot of reader’s, period.

Overall, great book with a unique twist. You can tell that mental health awareness is important to the author.

Was this review helpful?

This book takes readers on a rollercoaster ride through the lives of its well-developed characters, exploring themes of love, loss, and the pursuit of one's true passion. It takes you on a wild ride through the highs and lows of human emotions and relationships. It's a real page-turner that explores love, loss, and the pursuit of our deepest passions.

What really stands out about this book is how it captures the rawness of pain and the intensity of passion. Alexia's writing is so vivid and descriptive that you can't help but feel the characters' emotions deep in your soul.

The characters in Pain Loves Passion are incredibly well-crafted and relatable. They're complex and flawed, each dealing with their own personal struggles and desires. It's easy to get invested in their stories and root for their growth and development throughout the book.

The narrative structure of the book is unconventional, with non-linear storytelling and alternating perspectives. While this adds an interesting layer to the story, it can also be a bit confusing at times, requiring readers to pay close attention to the shifts in time and point of view. Once you get the hang of it, it adds depth and richness to the narrative.

The only small downside to Pain Loves Passion is that it occasionally gets a bit slow. Some scenes and emotions are lingered on for a little too long, which can slow down the overall pace. But if you're patient and willing to immerse yourself in the characters' experiences, it's definitely worth it.

Was this review helpful?

Readers who liked this book also liked: