Dollars & Diamonds

by Paris Jean

"Author Paris Jean dares anyone to read Dollars & Diamonds, a beautiful and engaging book packed with a perfect fusion of hilarious, serious, sensual, happy, sad, and shocking events introduced by three of its terrific characters—Jean, Tammy, and Bobette.

These characters will take readers on a journey into their hilarious world To follow their interesting life's, learn about their relationships, experience their exciting affairs, and feel the excitement and different feelings of their great adventures. Throughout this book, readers will explore more into their world where diverse occurrences happen as these characters live each day of their lives.

Filled with terrific characters and an absorbing storyline, Dollars & Diamonds is one memorable read everyone will enjoy.

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359 pages, Paperback

First published January 20, 2012

About the author

I have just written Dollars & Diamonds. It is a humor based novel.
come and follow the three main characters Jean, Tammy and Bobette. Their world is fun, shocking and totally make believe.
I like to write poetry on a daily basis. when not writing, I enjoy taking long country walks and spending time with my dogs : )

Reviews

[E.K. Ellis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hell hath no fury like a woman ruining a good pair of expensive shoes or handbag. A good man may look sweet on the outside but inside he’s superficial to the core.
Vanity overlaps with absurdity which keeps the reader wondering the emotional depths of these characters.
Humorous, clever dialogue, flamboyant characters, entertaining banter, and distinctively creative storytelling with an interesting twist, makes for a charming tale.
Dollars & Diamonds is impressive with the sheer witty way in which the author, Paris Jean penned this novel.

[Laurie Franco · Rating 1 out of 5]

Dollars & Diamonds is the tale of two friends, Jean and Tam, and their exploits through life. Along the way they also pick up Bobette, a cross dresser who is probably the most likable character in the entire story. While the premise of the book is that it is a funny make believe tale about the friends, I found it dragged quite a bit. Tam wasn't too bad, and at least seemed to have a smidgen of common sense. Jean is probably the most annoying of the three, and I found her quite ridiculous really. She has to be the most clueless person around, between leaving music on for the neighborhood rodents, to thinking that her boyfriend Brad was just "friends" with a fellow guest at the ranch they were vacationing at, it's a truly awful character. Good lord! I hate to say that as much as I had hoped to enjoy this book, I found it very difficult to get through. I think that with a lot more effort and polish the author has potential to perhaps turn out an enjoyable novel, but definitely not with these characters. This is not a book I could recommend to anyone in good conscience. Perhaps the humor is strictly British and maybe should be read only there, but a friend of mine also read it (to be sure it wasn't just me) and neither she, nor her step-daughter, could finish it either. Anyone who has seen my previous reviews knows I never give a bad review, as I understand the up and coming author bit, but I could not in good conscious just let this dog lie by the wayside. I DO NOT recommend it to anyone, especially my friends!

[Paris · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book, Dollars and Diamonds , is about the amazing journey of Jean,Tammy and Bobette. It takes you through a roll coaster of laughter, emotions, insights, and at times, shock, utter shock. The book has been written in a very light style, and it's almost like the author is sitting next to you and talking to you. It's really soothing after a long hard day at work to make a hot cup of cocoa and pick up this book. But it comes with a warning. You wont be able to put it down once you pick it up. I finished it in one sitting, couldn't sleep without getting to the end, and had to turn the page.
I personally loved the writing style of the author, Paris Jean. she makes you visualize what's happening with every line. You can actually see, in your head, Jean dreaming of Joel. You can imagine on her face, the disappointment, the determination and the joy.
And Bobette ! You cannot resist falling in love with her ! She is charming, helpful and downright crazy. You fall in love with her antics.
I'd love to read the sequel to Dollars & Diamonds as soon as possible. I've already recommended the book to two of my friends. For anyone who loves humor and real plots, Dollars and Diamonds is a must, because the language is easy, the story is hilarious, and the narration is super crazy. All in all, the book spells the start of a perfect weekend

SG SINGLA