The Lies We Tell for Love
by Mz. Robinson
“What would you do for love?”
“How would you handle the discovery
that your marriage was built on lies?”
Damon Whitmore is a true go-getter who will stop at nothing to get what he desires. His wife Octavia was no exception. When Damon first saw Octavia he knew he had to have her. He went through great lengths until his mission was accomplished. Now, two years later, he and Octavia share a wonderful and lavish life together. Damon exceeded all of Octavia’s expectations while managing to keep his secrets of deceit and manipulation hidden but what’s done in the dark eventually comes to light and Damon’s lies are slowly beginning to unravel.
When a face from Damon’s past re-surfaces, Damon finds himself facing a life alerting dilemma that could cause him to lose the very thing he fought so hard to build—his family with Octavia. Damon refuses to lose and he’ll stop at nothing, including murder, to keep his family in tact.
Octavia Ellis-Whitmore never thought she would be a one man woman. Living by a no strings attached policy, she kept her encounters with men strictly sexual. When she met Damon everything in her world changed. Octavia opened her heart and fell hard for Damon. Octavia is now living and loving her life to the fullest. However, history has a way of repeating itself and temptation has a way of finding Octavia. When things at home begin to get rocky, Octavia finds herself struggling between remaining true to the vows she pledged to Damon and exploring her feelings for a new and mysterious stranger—a stranger who has a startling connection to Damon and his past.
As the drama unfolds, lies and secrets will be exposed and lines will be crossed on both ends. How far will Damon and Octavia go to protect each other from the other’s transgressions and how many will fall victim to the lies that have been spun in the name of love?
Meet the Author
Mz. Robinson, born in Huntsville, Alabama is a licensed Realtor and the author of the tantilizing Love, Lies, and Lust Series. Mz. Robinson is an avid reader and advocate for literacy. Although, she began writing as a child, it was not until much later in life that she began to pen short stories. After falling in love with the characters she created, she turned one of her short stories into her debut novel: What We Won't Do For Love. After completing her first manuscript, Mz. Robinson took a break from writing to pursue other career opportunities. Five years later deciding to pursue her passion, she secured a home with G Street Chronicles. Today Mz. Robinson has five published novels. When she's not writing Mz. Robinson enjoys reading and shopping. She is currently working on her next title and other projects.
The Lies We Tell for Love by Mz. Robinson
ISBN: 9780983431145
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Genre/Topics:
Urban fiction/Relationship Drama - The novel discusses love, family, loyalty, trust and betrayal.
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Intimate Conversation with Mz. Robinson
Mz. Robinson, born in Huntsville, Alabama is a licensed Realtor and the author of the tantilizing Love, Lies, and Lust Series. Mz. Robinson is an avid reader and advocate for literacy. Although, she began writing as a child, it was not until much later in life that she began to pen short stories. After falling in love with the characters she created, she turned one of her short stories into her debut novel: What We Won't Do For Love. After completing her first manuscript, Mz. Robinson took a break from writing to pursue other career opportunities. Five years later deciding to pursue her passion, she secured a home with G Street Chronicles. Today Mz. Robinson has five published novels. When she's not writing Mz. Robinson enjoys reading and shopping. She is currently working on her next title and other projects.
BPM: What are you the most thankful for now?
I'm most thankful for my life and those I share it with. I'm also thankful for the opportunity to share my talent and gifts with so many wonderful people.
BPM: How did you initially break into the publishing industry? How do you feel about self-publishing?
Before submitting my manuscript to G Street Chronicles, I attempted to secure an agent only to receive letter after letter advising me that they were not interested in representing me. After waiting 5 years before deciding to try again. I was in a Yahoo chat group and saw a post by George Sherman Hudson that he was accepting submissions for his company, G Street Chronicles. I emailed my synopsis and the first five chapters of my manuscript. Within an hour I received a phone call. G Street was the first publisher I submitted to and now I am very glad that I did. I feel self-publishing is a great avenue for authors who have done their research and have the time and money to make sure they have a team of professionals (editor, graphic designer, quality printer, and promoters) to stand behind their book(s).
BPM: What have you realized about yourself since becoming a published author?
I’ve learned that I 'm stronger than I thought and that for a very long time I allowed fear to stop me from living out my dreams.
BPM: What are some of the benefits of being an author that makes it all worthwhile?
When someone tells me that I touched them with my words or when a reader reaches out to me and tells me they can relate to one of my characters and what he/she is going through. Knowing that I said or created something that had an impact on another person’s life is a beautiful thing.
BPM: Do you have any advice for people seeking to publish a book?
I encourage them to do their research and make connections with people who are not only professional but respected in this industry. Also, although you may feel that you have the best book ever written, do not start your journey by speaking ill of those who are currently published or connected to the publishing industry. You have to remember that those authors paved the way for us. Always remain humble and remain open to constructive criticism.
BPM: Finish this sentence- “My writing offers the following legacy to future readers... ”
Inspiration, motivation, and un-cut entertainment.
BPM: Introduce us to your book, The Lies We Tell for Love, and the main characters. Do you have any favorites?
The Lies We Tell for Love is the third book in my Love, Lies, and Lust series. It tells the story of Damon and Octavia Whitmore and the struggle they each deal with trying to make their marriage work, while at the same time attempting to keep each other from discovering secrets that they withheld before they said, “I Do”.
Octavia is my favorite character in the book. She has always been accustomed to having things her way or no way. However, now that she is a wife and mother she is learning how to compromise and be selfless. I love the way she has evolved since I introduced her in book 1 of this series.
BPM: What inspired you to write this book? Why now? Ever experience writers block?
I ended the second book in this series with a cliffhanger and I wanted everyone to see where Octavia and Damon are now that they're married. I felt it was important to show what can happen when we build our relationships under false pretenses. I feel that the conclusion to Damon and Octavia's story is long over due and I‘m building up to that. I've experienced writer's block at some point with every book I've written. When I have those moments, I step away from my laptop and pretend I am sitting down and having a conversation with the character(s). I visualize what they might say or do and from that point I move on.
BPM: Are any scenes from the book borrowed from your world or your experiences?
In this book Octavia has a defining moment when she feels completely empty after she discovers the ultimate betrayal by Damon. She feels like she is torn between loyalty and emotional Hell. I have experienced this before.
BPM: In writing your novels, how do you develop the plot? Did you have difficulty keeping the story on point? How much research was required, if any?
I sit down and I write several different scenarios and I think about each of the characters I've created and how I can tie those situations to a particular character. It was hard at times to keep the story on point because there were times when I introduced a character and I wanted to dig deeper into his/her life and share with eveyone every aspect but I had to remember who the story was about and what I wanted you to get from this particular book.
BPM: Who do you want to reach with The Lies We Tell for Love and the message enclosed?
I want to reach those who may have lost their faith in love, self-esteem, or forgotten their worth. I want them to know that true love does still exist but that it requires patience, communication, and the ability to forgive; and sometimes we are forced to put ourselves first.
BPM: What should readers DO after reading this book?
Exhale, cool off, and get ready for the next one. Also, tell at least 10 friends about the book, so that they can purchase a part of my dream!
BPM: Share with us a quote from one of the most powerful chapters in The Lies We Tell for Love.
“If you want a man to love you and I mean really love you, you have to learn to love yourself." I said. " And despite what you or the next woman says, any woman who feels like she has to set herself out to get a man or dress like a tramp, doesn't know what self-love is."
BPM: Ultimately, what do you want readers to gain from your book?
I want you to gain the courage to be completely honest with those in your life no matter how good or bad.
BPM: We are here to shine the spotlight on your new book, but what's next? Share with us your latest news. How may our readers follow you online?
Please look for the release of my Ebook Short Story Series entitled, The Backroom and also my next full length novels, Havoc on a Homewrecker. You can find me on Facebook, Author-MzRobinson, on Twitter @shewritesnovels. Also, you cam email me at: mz.robinsonwrites@gmail.com. Find me! I would love to connect with you.
BPM: Thank you, Mz. Robinson, for sharing a little bit about your journey and your book with our readers!
Thank you , Ella, for this opportunity. Blessings to you all.
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The Lies We Tell for Love by Mz. Robinson
ISBN: 9780983431145
Read the first 50 pages at Smashwords
SNEAK PEEK: The Lies We Tell for Love
by Mz. Robinson
Prologue
Do you know how hard it is to know that the man you love, the man that you’ve always loved is not only locked by vows to another woman but that his heart is hers as well? Do you know how it feels seeing the man whom you gave your body to openly and without hesitation and surrendered your heart to with no limits, look at another woman like she is the source of love and life itsself? I do.
I sat in Humphries, in the back of the restaurant in a small booth built for two, with the latest edition of Radar Magazine laying on the table in front of me. I had flipped to page 26 and was looking at the February feature for what had to be the tenth time. I frowned as I looked at Damon and his trophy wife Octavia. Damon looked handsome, as always. He wore a black one button Tuxedo and a classic white shirt with a platinum color tie. His Carmel colored skin was just as I had remembered it; smooth and flawless. The lighting from the camera reflected delicately off his smooth bald head and his dark brown eyes seemed to penetrate me from the page, causing a dampness in between my legs like morning dew on the petals of a rose. Octavia wore a platinum haltered evening gown that flowed to her toes. The dress hugged her body and had an elegant mermaid hem. Her jet black hair fell over her shoulders in a bundle of loose curls. I’m far from a hater. I believe in giving credit where credit is due, the broad looked good. I’ll give her that.
I can see why Damon was infatuated with her; skin the color of brown-sugar, eyes the color of honey and when it came to her figure, she was working with a banging physique. Damon stood behind her with his hands planted firmly on her waist. The two of them were smiling, showing two sets of perfect-white teeth. They looked liked something an artist created, pulling their images from the deep crevices of his untamed imagination—a portrait of perfection and poised elegance. The heading gracing the page in which they were featured read, Successful Black Love: Overcoming All Obstacles. I laughed out loud, drawing un-wanted attention to myself from the eyes of some of the other patrons in the restaurant. I flashed them a look that subtly asked, “Is there a problem?”
Turning my head I stared in front of me, focused on nothing in particular, thinking about Damon and the last time I felt his touch. I still remember his strong hands caressing the curve of my back, the sound of his voice whispering in my ear and yes the way he brought me to multiple orgasms. He is still to this day the only man who has been capable of accomplishing such a task. I love everything about Damon and I fantasize about the day he becomes mine. I longed to be the one posing with him, the one to whom everyone referred to as Mrs. Whitmore—the one whose legs he spreads apart daily and to whom he made gratifying love. I was supposed to be that woman! I deserved to be that woman! I could feel my rage surfacing, bubbling slowly like lava waiting to push its way through the bounds of the Earth.
Now that I think about it, I should have gotten rid of Octavia when I had the chance. I should have told her the truth about her husband. She would have dropped Damon like a pair of sweat-drenched thongs on top of a pile of dirty laundry. How do I know? Because Octavia is a simple woman—predictable—she doesn’t have the dirt inside of her to be with a man like Damon. Damon is a man who has no problem with breaking a law or two to get what he wants. He goes against the grain…he’s a bad boy in designer clothing. A man of his caliber needs a true ride or die bitch. He needs a woman who has no problem with getting her nails a little dirty or even bloody to get what she wants—a woman like me.
Looking at my watch I saw that my lunch date was running late. I had specifically requested that he meet me at noon, it was now five minutes after. What if he changed his mind? I thought. I was preparing myself to call him, when I saw a man walking in my direction. He was tall with skin the color of chocolate. He wore a tan colored suit and gold tie. He slid in the booth, sitting so that he was facing me.
“Sorry, I’m late,” he said. I stared at him, admiring his features. I was finally able to put a face with the voice I had been speaking with for the last two weeks. He was handsome…handsome enough that if I wasn’t already in love with Damon I might have considered giving him a chance. However, until I have my man I’ll give him a little action. After all, Damon was knocking Octavia’s back out on a regular, while I was forced to trust my satisfaction to my fingers and my little friend Jack Rabbit. Hell, I needed someone to tie me over until I was sitting, standing and laying in Octavia’s place.
“Not a problem,” I said.
“You said you had an assignment for me?” He clasped his hand together in front of him, resting them on the table. He stared at me, attempting to remember where he knew me from I’m sure.
“I do.” I looked at him without elaborating.
“What is it?” He seemed somewhat impatient.
“I want you to help me secure a deal,” I advised him.
“What kind of deal?”
“Damon Whitmore.”
“You want me to help you secure a deal with Damon Whitmore?” He looked puzzled.
“Damon is the deal,” I smiled.
“I don’t understand.”
“I want Damon,” I said, bluntly, “and you’re the man who’s going to help me get him.”
( Continued.... )
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