Judith Henry Wall, author of THE GIRLFRIENDS CLUB and MY MOTHER'S DAUGHTER
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Book Description
ONE MAN… TWO LIVES… For over six years, Reginald Brooks has managed to pull it off. Having two families, leading two lives. Now, the pretending must stop. But how? THE GREAT PRETENDER…an electrifying tale of how one man tries to untangle his life, setting a full-fledged arena of wife against husband, lover against lover, friend against friend, and family against family. Once you begin this engaging tale, you will witness how one man’s decision to pretend ricochets through the lives of several people. For some, escape could seem to be a most welcome solution… Reginald Brooks—a polished marketing VP who shrewdly built a dual life around his work. But without warning, that life begins to come apart at the seams and Reginald makes a decision that could threaten his very future, and the lives of those he loves most… Tracy Brooks—Reginald’s wife of nearly 20 years. While the cat’s away, the mice will play. She’s got secrets of her own to protect… Renee Jameson—the younger woman with the killer body who managed to turn Reginald’s head long enough to become pregnant… Franklin Bevins—a UPS executive and Reginald’s best friend since the carefree days of childhood. Reggie has never made a life-changing decision without Frank’s input; a practice they may soon live to regret… Olivia Brooks—Reginald and Tracy’s eldest daughter. Family isn’t very high on Olivia’s list of priorities. With her primary focus on a man, Olivia seems nonchalant about the significant changes in her family’s life until a shocking demand gets her full attention… Valerie Brooks—the younger of Reggie and Tracy’s two daughters. A curious teen on the verge of adulthood when a hard knock lesson brings her questionable habits to a screeching halt. From the plush streets of Miami to the glamour of New York City, follow the families of Reginald Brooks as their lives of sex, love, hate and surprise unfolds to an agonizing climax! This debut novel by Millenia Black is anticipated to spark a tantalizing blend of emotions, and may even leave you wondering if perhaps you know someone who might be…THE GREAT PRETENDER.


About the Author
Millenia Black gets great joy from the art of intriguing storytelling, but she is also an avid reader. The Great Pretender is her debut novel. When she's not writing, she has several hobbies, but the ones that bring her the most pleasure are enjoying the music of Nat King Cole and Judy Garland, and watching old Hollywood classics. She was born and raised in South Florida, where she still resides today. Millenia is currently at work on her second captivating novel, so visit her on the web and join the mailing list to receive all announcements! Millenia loves to hear from her readers!


Excerpted from The Great Pretender by Millenia Black. Copyright © 2002. Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.
Orlando, Florida—May 1998 Orlando was no longer what it had once been to Reginald Brooks. For years the central Florida city had symbolized all that was fresh and stimulating for him…but lately, something unusual was happening. Overtaking a white sedan, Reginald glanced at his Rolex and knew he was going to be late for dinner. The procurement meeting for Disney’s new advertising campaign had run over the allotted time, and he hadn't had a moment to call Renee. He knew she would be pissed. The fact that tonight’s delay was legitimate would be of no consequence, since Renee was never able to decipher the truths and the lies. He thought about calling her on his cellular, but changed his mind. Driving past their town home community, Reginald headed for the local Blossom Bloom and bought flowers instead. That would do the trick. It always had.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

ONE MAN, TWO LIVES:

For over six years, Reginald Brooks has managed to pull it off. Having two families, leading two lives. Now, the pretending must stop.

But how?

THE GREAT PRETENDER-an electrifying tale of how one man tries to untangle his life, setting a full-fledged arena of wife against husband, lover against lover, friend against friend, and family against family.

Once you begin this engaging tale, you will witness how one man's decision to pretend ricochets through the lives of several people. For some, escape may become a welcome solution...

Reginald Brooks-a polished marketing VP who shrewdly built a dual life around his work. But without warning, that life begins to come apart at the seams and Reginald makes a decision that could threaten his very future, and the lives of those he loves the most...

Tracy Brooks-Reginald's wife of nearly 20 years. While the cat's away, the mice will play. She's got secrets of her own to protect...

Renee Jameson-the younger woman with the killer body who managed to turn Reginald's head long enough to become pregnant...

Franklin Bevins-a UPS executive and Reginald's best friend since the carefree days of childhood. Reggie has never made a life-changing decision without Frank's input; a practice they may soon live to regret...

Olivia Brooks-Reginald and Tracy's eldest daughter. Family isn't very high on Olivia's list of priorities. With her primary focus on a man, Olivia seems nonchalant about the significant changes in her family's life until a shocking demand gets her full attention...

Valerie Brooks-the younger of Reggie and Tracy's two daughters. A curious teen onthe verge of adulthood when a hard knock lesson brings her questionable habits to a screeching halt.

*From the plush streets of Miami to the glamour of New York City, follow the families of Reginald Brooks as their lives of sex, love, hate and surprise unfolds to an agonizing climax!

This debut novel by Millenia Black is anticipated to spark a tantalizing blend of emotions, and may even leave you wondering if perhaps you know someone who might be-THE GREAT PRETENDER.


About the Author