Novels by Betty Lana

Watching from the sidelines, Evelyn was seething in a pool of rage. Who the hell did that bitch think she was? Seeing Alex enjoy dancing with Matilda was kindling the flames of her wrath. And yet, she couldn't explain why she felt fear creeping along her spine. There was something about this Matilda that robbed her of wrongly. That face. There was something about it that bothered Evelyn. Christ, and when she had spoken, Evelyn had been just as spooked as Alex. No, no, it was just a coincidence, nothing more. But she found herself thinking of her stepsister, Kate. How many years had passed since she disappeared from their lives? She's gone Evelyn, gone forever. Remember it's Kate. But...That unsettling feeling wasn't going anywhere. Kate had been brittle, simple, easily manipulated and weak, but as she watched this Matilda, she knew the other woman was a formidable opponent. Nothing like Kate.Still, Evelyn hated anyone who stole her shine. It got more personal when Matilda openl

There was a large gathering in the most expensive hotel in Dubai. It was a big headline in the news. Matilda Emerson, CEO of Hilton Enterprises, one of the world's leading businesses was partnering with Multi-trex Incorporation, "the sinking ship" as the media termed it, in what would be the biggest deal about to go down. Investors and billionaires alike were all in attendance. It was a crowd for the rich and powerful. Alex was feeling a little anxious. All of it still felt surreal. He didn't know if it was luck or like Evelyn had claimed, "their long-standing reputation in the business world, just a few bad deals here and there didn't erase the fact that Multi-trex was still a profitable giant." "Relax honey," Evelyn said beside him. "You are too tense." She had worn her most expensive dress, and diamonds were glittering around her neck. She wouldn't let the billionaire mogul, Matilda Emerson, upstage her look. Alex knew Evelyn was vain but sometimes it got to a point where he f

Alex was drowning in a financial mess. The press was on his ass, he had lost a lot of fortune to that foolish project and now his company was in ruins. All his allies had abandoned him to his sinking ship. He blamed himself for listening to the advice Evelyn gave him. She was the one who brought up the project to him. He'd been wary at first, doubting the legitimacy of it, the whole thing had felt like a risk but Evelyn had assured him it was legit. She claimed she had gotten a tip from a confidential source. It would be a shame not to take advantage of it. Now everything was a fucking mess. He pinched the bridge of his nose, feeling a migraine set in. Evelyn walked into his office. She was wearing a designer dress and carrying the latest Gucci bag. She splurged on everything and anything. Her makeup was flawless as usual. Sometimes he wondered who the real Evelyn was. "Oh, don't look so sad, honey, it's not the end of the world.""You tell me, Evelyn, isn't it? I've lost everyt

"Mummy, you promised to take us out." Blake accused his Mom, watching her work on her computer. "Mom!" "I'm coming honey, Mummy needs to work you know," Kate spared her four-year-old son a glance. He was pouting and clearly annoyed with her. She had to laugh. "Give me a minute, honey, Mom will soon be done." Jake, his twin brother, was probably playing with his games. Jake had taken more of her temperament than Blake. Although, they were identical, Blake was his father's son to the bone. From their mannerisms to their sense of humour. The old wound had finally healed but the scars were still there, and sometimes they hurt. But her boys were her pride and joy. She loved them to death and would do anything to protect them even if it meant keeping their father's identity a secret. But as they got older each year, they continued to look more and more like Alex. Edward strolled into the house munching on an apple. "Uncle Ed!" Blake yelled, flinging himself at Edward. "

What the hell was going on? Evelyn frowned, tapping her foot restlessly. The thugs she'd hired to deal with Kate were not picking up her calls. And now, the bitch had gone off the radar. Nowhere to be found. Evelyn didn't like things like this. Her control was slipping and the whole plan was going to shit. She knew Kate had changed but something about the way she had looked that day in the living room was unsettling. But it's Kate, Evelyn thought with a touch of doubt--naive, simple Kate, what could she possibly be up to? Oh, the stress was getting to Evelyn. She primped and fussed over the mirror, another day like this and she'd start looking wrinkled. She dialled Alex's line on her phone. It went straight to voicemail. "For God's sake!" She screamed, smashing a perfume bottle against the wall. She'd thought that after Alex signed the divorce papers, he'd come back to her fully. But no, he became more and more distant, like he couldn't even stand the sight of her. It was all very

The D-day arrived for Kate on a Monday morning. She had an appointment at the lawyer's office. Time, 9:00 am sharp. She looked at herself in the mirror. A different woman stared back at her. The suit she had chosen was stylish. Tailored to fit her slim build. She kept her hand on her stomach. It was too early for a baby bump to show. But she felt changed already. Like the child in her womb had made her a whole new person. A reason to live. Her little miracle. Kate's grey eyes steeled with resolve. She was ready for a new chapter. The cab dropped her at the premises of Walter brown and Co. One of the most distinguished law firms in New York. Kate stepped out of the car, blinking at the brilliant sunlight glaring down at her. She stared at the tall building stretching to the sky. Alex was up there somewhere. A week had passed since she parked her load from his house, and she hadn't set her eyes on him since then. She walked up to the receptionist, a beautiful brunette smiling