New Release: "Blood, Money, Power" by Michele Marie Tate

New Release:

Blood, Money, Power, the debut novel from Michele Marie Tate, is now available for purchase.

Description:

Blood, Money, Power is an epic political novel inspired by a true story. Your’e invited to follow the Preston family bloodline for three generations. In 1920, Otto Preston a lawyer and politician, arrives in the beautiful coastal city of Santa Barbara. As he builds his legacy, you’ll relive the colorful folklore of Hearst castle, the dazzling lives of Hollywood’s legendary movie stars and learn what drives someone to make the ultimate sacrifice in the name of love.

Discover the families dark secrets, callous deeds and personal trappings that lead to foreign intrigue, adventure and danger. Mystery and murder appear as you join Amber as she fights for justice in a land known for its breath-taking natural beauty – Portland, Oregon. Come explore the action paced world of drug and diamond smugglers, international mafia and vipers who murder their victims and leave a trail of blood, money and power.

Review:

“The glamorous Hearst era, with movie star parties at San Simeon and the ‘Ocean House’ … Life among the very rich members of high society with never-good-enough Otto, exotic Adan, wicked Cynthia and determined Amber … dastardly deeds, murders most foul and rampant couplings of every variety. There are conflicts, dark secrets, adventure and danger…” -R. Craig Hindley

About the Author:

Michele Marie Tate was born in Cleveland, Ohio. She moved to California as a child and spent most of her life there. She now resides in Portland, Oregon with her husband, their daughter and her family. For many years she worked in the health care profession and enjoyed writing in her free time. Blood, Money, Power is her debut novel.