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Destiny Awaits #3
Beautiful Assassin: The Queen
As the reigning queen of a crime organization, hit-woman Celine Devereaux has a constant target on her back. Ruling alongside the boss is what she is made for. But when a new enemy arises, it catches the Devereaux organization off guard, triggering a war that erupts in the streets of Chicago.
With a battle raging, Celine and Brian fight with the strength not only of their army, but their love for one another to make it through unscathed. That same love drives the force of their determination to win… and winning is the only option, if they want to survive.
With a battle raging, Celine and Brian fight with the strength not only of their army, but their love for one another to make it through unscathed. That same love drives the force of their determination to win… and winning is the only option, if they want to survive.
158 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 14, 2019
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About the author
Stephanie Nicole Norris
113 books1,243 followersStephanie Nicole Norris is an author from Tennessee with a humble beginning. After becoming a young adult, her love for romance sparked, leaving her captivated by heroes and heroines alike. With a big imagination and a creative heart, Stephanie penned her first novel in 2010. She went on to write grin-inducing romance and has received multiple literary awards.
As a prolific writer, Stephanie’s catalog continues to grow. Her books can be found at major retailers, including Amazon, and her website, www.stephanienicolenorris.com.
As a prolific writer, Stephanie’s catalog continues to grow. Her books can be found at major retailers, including Amazon, and her website, www.stephanienicolenorris.com.
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May 11, 2023
Celine had to remind everybody she is that bxtch. This honestly wasn’t a finale because there’s still unfinished business. I want a spin-off on Marcus. He had too much BDE to not have a story. I wonder what’s going to happen to Sole. Cedric and Felix was dumb to think they could get away with it. All the snakes getting there’s was chefs kiss. Celine and Brian finally got there HEA w/ Marcus too 😏🤣
March 19, 2022
The Queen is invisible
Celine is the love of Brian's life and she has a target on her back as much as him. Someone is trying to take the family down from the inside. Celine and Brian find out their family is growing. However the past is trying to to take them all out. A revelation comes to light and Marcus is drawn to it like a moth to a flame. Great suspense and heated encounters keep you you flipping pages. Great read from a great author.
Celine is the love of Brian's life and she has a target on her back as much as him. Someone is trying to take the family down from the inside. Celine and Brian find out their family is growing. However the past is trying to to take them all out. A revelation comes to light and Marcus is drawn to it like a moth to a flame. Great suspense and heated encounters keep you you flipping pages. Great read from a great author.
June 10, 2025
Well…I wasn’t expecting that. I’m guessing there’s going to be another book. When you’re in that game, it’s hard to find people to trust.
June 21, 2025
3,5✨✨
March 13, 2022
Another good read
Except for a few inconsistent points Celine first husband was not her ex. He was murdered on Sade orders to get at Celine a miscalculation on her part .it brought Brain and Celine back together. Brian was a coward in not getting rid of Sade first. Who did he want more . The twist were great did see them coming. Marcus needs a Queen not the one he wants .
Except for a few inconsistent points Celine first husband was not her ex. He was murdered on Sade orders to get at Celine a miscalculation on her part .it brought Brain and Celine back together. Brian was a coward in not getting rid of Sade first. Who did he want more . The twist were great did see them coming. Marcus needs a Queen not the one he wants .
March 20, 2021
All hail the Queen
Great book series. I would love to read about Marcus and Sole, see how that turns out and if Celine and Brian have more kids.
Great book series. I would love to read about Marcus and Sole, see how that turns out and if Celine and Brian have more kids.
October 5, 2021
Give em hell!
You got the balls of steel to try to come for and double cross the Queen and the Boss!
Most think they have the heart for this life but they don’t. Let your emotions and thoughts get the better of you and you think you can take them on. Pssh betta act like you know - the Queen don’t play about hers!
You have 30 days to live. You’re now a marked man.
Mistakes are made, under-estimations as well. Too late to turn back prepare to die because they are for sure going to give and send you straight to hell!
You got the balls of steel to try to come for and double cross the Queen and the Boss!
Most think they have the heart for this life but they don’t. Let your emotions and thoughts get the better of you and you think you can take them on. Pssh betta act like you know - the Queen don’t play about hers!
You have 30 days to live. You’re now a marked man.
Mistakes are made, under-estimations as well. Too late to turn back prepare to die because they are for sure going to give and send you straight to hell!
April 29, 2025
3.5 stars
This was the best book in the series. Celine was less annoying. The sexual chemistry between Celine and Marcus is louder in this book. I'm happy with how the author resolved the issue. I loved the betrayal in this book. I didn't see it coming because I wasn't paying attention. I was shocked by the double-crosser and pleased that the betrayal had been going on for so long. made for a more exciting story. the reason for the betrayal was kind of week bc if that was the reason, he had numerous opportunities to settle the score.
anyway, happy with how the series ended.
This was the best book in the series. Celine was less annoying. The sexual chemistry between Celine and Marcus is louder in this book. I'm happy with how the author resolved the issue. I loved the betrayal in this book. I didn't see it coming because I wasn't paying attention. I was shocked by the double-crosser and pleased that the betrayal had been going on for so long. made for a more exciting story. the reason for the betrayal was kind of week bc if that was the reason, he had numerous opportunities to settle the score.
anyway, happy with how the series ended.
September 18, 2025
Book 6 of Shelf September is...Dangerously addictive, messy-love, boss-energy thriller.
Okay yall...buckle up. Destiny Awaits (Book 3) finishes this trilogy with teeth. It’s loud, emotional, and built for people who like their suspense served hot with a side of betrayal. Celine runs this world like the Queen she is: unapologetic, ruthless, and magnetic. Brian is steady in all the right ways, and their love? Earned, messy, and thrilling to watch survive the Devereaux chaos.
Plot moves fast- gunfights, shady alliances, double-crosses...so pay attention or you’ll get left behind. The author stacks twist on twist until you’re re-checking every conversation and wondering who’s really loyal. There’s heat, yes, but the emotional stakes are the real hook: loyalties fracture, hearts bleed, and people get sent to hell for underestimating the wrong woman.
Marcus had me soft in parts-layered, regretful, dangerous and his unexpected chemistry with Sole' (of all moments, in the middle of a firefight) gave this book an extra, delicious ache. Still, I’m left wanting more: the ending feels like a slammed door with a note under it. There’s unfinished business. Lots of threads that deserved another page, another scene, maybe a little epilogue to soothe this reader’s insomnia.
If you haven’t started the series, begin at book one- this finale lands richer if you’ve lived the whole ride. Overall: fierce characters, high-octane drama, and enough heart to keep it from being pure chaos. I’m giving it four stars because it grabbed me, thrilled me, and left me wanting one last, satisfying bow.
Okay yall...buckle up. Destiny Awaits (Book 3) finishes this trilogy with teeth. It’s loud, emotional, and built for people who like their suspense served hot with a side of betrayal. Celine runs this world like the Queen she is: unapologetic, ruthless, and magnetic. Brian is steady in all the right ways, and their love? Earned, messy, and thrilling to watch survive the Devereaux chaos.
Plot moves fast- gunfights, shady alliances, double-crosses...so pay attention or you’ll get left behind. The author stacks twist on twist until you’re re-checking every conversation and wondering who’s really loyal. There’s heat, yes, but the emotional stakes are the real hook: loyalties fracture, hearts bleed, and people get sent to hell for underestimating the wrong woman.
Marcus had me soft in parts-layered, regretful, dangerous and his unexpected chemistry with Sole' (of all moments, in the middle of a firefight) gave this book an extra, delicious ache. Still, I’m left wanting more: the ending feels like a slammed door with a note under it. There’s unfinished business. Lots of threads that deserved another page, another scene, maybe a little epilogue to soothe this reader’s insomnia.
If you haven’t started the series, begin at book one- this finale lands richer if you’ve lived the whole ride. Overall: fierce characters, high-octane drama, and enough heart to keep it from being pure chaos. I’m giving it four stars because it grabbed me, thrilled me, and left me wanting one last, satisfying bow.
March 22, 2021
Even though this is set as a trilogy, I feel like there is unfinished business here. I'm unresolved with the ending and also, Marcus and Sole' kind of had crazy chemistry that came up from a gun fight, which is normal for this series. It makes me wonder why he didn't throw Sade any rhythm. Especially when she kept popping up at his spot and brian made it clear that Celine was going to be queen.
November 17, 2022
Beautiful Assassin 🔥🔥🔥
I really enjoyed reading this entire series. It was action packed from beginning to the end. I love the chemistry and attraction between Celine and Brian. Their love is full of hardcore love making and hardcore killing. I love Marcus and his loyalty. I wish we could get a final installment to include a love for Marcus and Celine and Brian’s family life. 🔥🔥🔥
I really enjoyed reading this entire series. It was action packed from beginning to the end. I love the chemistry and attraction between Celine and Brian. Their love is full of hardcore love making and hardcore killing. I love Marcus and his loyalty. I wish we could get a final installment to include a love for Marcus and Celine and Brian’s family life. 🔥🔥🔥
September 16, 2020
Outstanding and thrilling
Brian, Celine and Marcus are group not to messed with. They protect their own and will fight till the death, but if you cross them; your life is over. This book provided you with some of everything from love to war! Great job Stephanie and I hope the characters keep talking to you because I want to read more!!!
Brian, Celine and Marcus are group not to messed with. They protect their own and will fight till the death, but if you cross them; your life is over. This book provided you with some of everything from love to war! Great job Stephanie and I hope the characters keep talking to you because I want to read more!!!
February 24, 2021
The ending though....
I really enjoyed this series. It was full of action, suspense and drama but that ending has left too many unanswered questions and I'm going to need to know if Sole resurfaces does she come as friend or foe, do they keep running the streets, what did they have! Come on Ms. Norris, we need closure! Overall a great read, took this one down in one sitting!
I really enjoyed this series. It was full of action, suspense and drama but that ending has left too many unanswered questions and I'm going to need to know if Sole resurfaces does she come as friend or foe, do they keep running the streets, what did they have! Come on Ms. Norris, we need closure! Overall a great read, took this one down in one sitting!
July 25, 2020
All Hail the Queen
I didn’t want the series to end. I still need some answers, Stephanie!!! I don’t want to ruin it for anyone but I hope the characters invade your sleep and demand for the rest of their story to be told!!
I didn’t want the series to end. I still need some answers, Stephanie!!! I don’t want to ruin it for anyone but I hope the characters invade your sleep and demand for the rest of their story to be told!!
April 23, 2021
Gangsta Love, who would have thought
While I love everything from Stephanie, this series had me a little concerned. The characters are so intense I felt like I was right there shooting with them!!! Another hit Stephanie!!!
While I love everything from Stephanie, this series had me a little concerned. The characters are so intense I felt like I was right there shooting with them!!! Another hit Stephanie!!!
March 20, 2022
OMG What!?? (Spoiler alert)
Tell me there is another! I have to know; I have questions. This whole series was so doggone good you have to tell us what happened with Marcus, Sole', Carter; what did Celine have? I'm not ready yet.
Tell me there is another! I have to know; I have questions. This whole series was so doggone good you have to tell us what happened with Marcus, Sole', Carter; what did Celine have? I'm not ready yet.
April 25, 2022
Well dammmmittt!
Okay then Nicole!!! I see ya guttahhh side is just as real as your sensual and passionate side!!!!
You can't leave us hangin like this tho!!! There's so much left unsaid!!!! Come on now in my Rick James, give it tah me baby!!😉😉
SheMarie
Okay then Nicole!!! I see ya guttahhh side is just as real as your sensual and passionate side!!!!
You can't leave us hangin like this tho!!! There's so much left unsaid!!!! Come on now in my Rick James, give it tah me baby!!😉😉
SheMarie
July 27, 2022
Decent
It was a goid story. I liked the plot and that's what kept me going but I didn't love the writing. Everything felt kind of rushed I guess. I'm not sure how to explain it. But like I said it was a god plot and I was able to get through it fairly quickly
It was a goid story. I liked the plot and that's what kept me going but I didn't love the writing. Everything felt kind of rushed I guess. I'm not sure how to explain it. But like I said it was a god plot and I was able to get through it fairly quickly
September 19, 2025
This book was the best one in series but I don’t like how it was rushed. It was shorter than the rest but so many turns and twist in it. I’m sure she will be writing another book for this series especially the way it ended.
December 27, 2025
Great
This book and series kept me on edge the whole time. Of course there has to be another book because you just can't leave Sole hanging out there, especially when they know where she is. Or rather Marcus. Keep up the great work Stephanie.
This book and series kept me on edge the whole time. Of course there has to be another book because you just can't leave Sole hanging out there, especially when they know where she is. Or rather Marcus. Keep up the great work Stephanie.
August 2, 2020
Wow!!!!
The Best trilogy I’ve read in a long time. OUTSTANDING !! I love your writing style Ms Norris❤️❤️Great job. 😍
The Best trilogy I’ve read in a long time. OUTSTANDING !! I love your writing style Ms Norris❤️❤️Great job. 😍
March 22, 2022
Loved the books
Loved all three books you left me hanging need to see what will happen to sole and marcus.
Love Brian and Celine they work hard and love hard
Loved all three books you left me hanging need to see what will happen to sole and marcus.
Love Brian and Celine they work hard and love hard
April 12, 2024
Great ending
Wow so much going and filled with surprises. Brian and his queen were meant to be together but they both recognize the other things at play.
Wow so much going and filled with surprises. Brian and his queen were meant to be together but they both recognize the other things at play.
May 18, 2025
So... I finished this series this weekend. It was a page-turner! Now I MUST know, what's next for the characters?!??!?!!
November 1, 2025
What a read Celine and Bryan been through hell and back. This trilogy was a great read assassins and Gun runners perfect combo.
January 5, 2026
2.5
This one was silly. You really have to suspend reality with this last installment.
This one was silly. You really have to suspend reality with this last installment.
November 7, 2025
So, they all are in love with the Queen? Is that sustainable?
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April 16, 2020
Title: Beautiful Assassin
Author: Stephanie Nicole Norris
Publisher: Love Is A Drug Ink
Series: Destiny Awaits Book 3
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Beautiful Assassin" By Stephanie Nicole Norris
My Rationalization:
I enjoyed the ending of this series in Destiny Awaits in book 3 being such a suspenseful thriller. This story was an emotional, dramatic, action-packed, and less not leave out sexy read that brings out the characters from Celine, Brian, Marcus, and a few others to give the reader quite a story. One could see why Celine was called Queen B because she ruled. When you can see so many twists and turns along with lots of betrayals from this story, you know you are going to be given quite a read. You will have to keep up because lots will be going on, so keeping up is very important. Oh, I would highly recommend you read the first two installments to this series so that you will have a better understanding of what all has gone on previously. I did love seeing the love that Cline and Brian had and, most of all, surviving in the Devereaux organization. I did feel somewhat sorry for Marcus, but it looks like he may have someone too.
Author: Stephanie Nicole Norris
Publisher: Love Is A Drug Ink
Series: Destiny Awaits Book 3
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Rating: Five
Review:
"Beautiful Assassin" By Stephanie Nicole Norris
My Rationalization:
I enjoyed the ending of this series in Destiny Awaits in book 3 being such a suspenseful thriller. This story was an emotional, dramatic, action-packed, and less not leave out sexy read that brings out the characters from Celine, Brian, Marcus, and a few others to give the reader quite a story. One could see why Celine was called Queen B because she ruled. When you can see so many twists and turns along with lots of betrayals from this story, you know you are going to be given quite a read. You will have to keep up because lots will be going on, so keeping up is very important. Oh, I would highly recommend you read the first two installments to this series so that you will have a better understanding of what all has gone on previously. I did love seeing the love that Cline and Brian had and, most of all, surviving in the Devereaux organization. I did feel somewhat sorry for Marcus, but it looks like he may have someone too.
November 22, 2019
Great read, but
This was a great read. Non stop action all the way until the very end. I knew when the author told us not to be mad at her about the ending, but I didn't think that she would do us, the readers like this!!!! And, then tell us that she may not pick this ending back up!!! Lies!!!
This was a great read. Non stop action all the way until the very end. I knew when the author told us not to be mad at her about the ending, but I didn't think that she would do us, the readers like this!!!! And, then tell us that she may not pick this ending back up!!! Lies!!!
November 30, 2019
I am not sure why my Kindle review did not transfer...BUT!!! I love this series... my first time reading this genre and Stephanie delivered!!!! The Queen should never be underestimated or counted out and the Boss is thug bae...he scares me and turn me on at the same damn time 😂😂😂😂 This book is full of drama, suspense, and action!!!!!! Super hot and spicy to calm yo nerves 😜😜😜😜
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