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Pam of Babylon: A Small Town Hidden Secrets Women's Fiction Dark Romance With a Touch of Noir Kindle Edition

by Suzanne Jenkins (Author), Moonstruck Cover Design (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 out of 5 stars 3,245 ratings
A Reader's Favorite Award Winner and A #1 Bestseller!

When Jack has a heart attack on the train from Manhattan, his wife and his two lovers discover secrets and lies, and each other.


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Pam of Babylon will keep you turning the pages from start to finish. In fact, the best piece of advice I have for any reader is to have enough time aside to read this entire book at once, because once you start it, you will not want to put it down. Any reader who enjoys chick lit, women's fiction, or just an enjoyable read will love this book. I recommend Pam of Babylon, and am very much looking forward to reading the next installment in author Suzanne Jenkins' series as soon as possible.
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"An intriguing first novel that revolves around a husband's death andhidden secrets.
Women's fiction with a touch of noir."

A story about looking forward to restart life, even in the presence ofdeath
"When a book starts from a seemingly perfect place for the character, youknow he is not going to stay there long... So when Jack Smith is looking at theface of Sandra, his mistress, thinking "I am the luckiest man alive,"his luck is at its end. Not only would Marie, his wife's sister, find out abouthis affair, but he wouldn't live long enough to try to handle the scandal withPam, his meek, trusting wife.

This book is about looking forward to restart life already, even in thepresence of death. It is about healing, part of which comes from forgiveness. Iknow this sounds strange to some readers, who find Pam's behavior 'toounreal." Apparently it is easier and perhaps more natural for many of usto succumb to vengefulness. At the same time, this is exactly why this book isso fascinating. It offers a different possibility, a more hopefulone."There was something about cleaning up, washing everything, that spokeof new beginnings."
Five stars.
Author Uvi Poznansky, Author of The David Chronicles

Barbara M. I have had the Pam of Babylon series (well the first 8 books) on my Kindle and never started them...and then WOW. I can't stop reading...on 3 now and so happy I can keep going. Of course I purchased everything through 11.Nirvana to a reader is starting a series, falling in love, and knowing you can keep going!

1. Pam of Babylon
2. Don't You Forget About Me
3. Dream Lover
4. Prayers for the Dying
5. Family Dynamics
6.The Tao of Pam
7. In Memoriam
8. Soulmates9. Save the Date
10.I'll Always Love You
11.Beach Spirits
12. South Shore Romance
13. Meet Me at the Beach
14. Pam's Adventures in Babylon
15. Second Chance16. If I Ever Leave You17. Touch Me When We're Dancing18. Portrait of Marriage19. Children of the Dead20. Dinner with Pam21. Dancing by Moonlight22. Ginger HarrowFirst Sight
When I was Young
Gladys and Ed's Big Adventure
Beautiful HeartbreakerReturn to the BeachDear Love, From Pam
Short Stories: We're Just Friends, Julie HsuPam of Babylon Romance Boxed Set
Free on author's website: A Good Beach Day

From the Author

Pam of Babylon came to me as a fantasy; what I would do if faced with the issues Pam faces after Jack dies? I am at the opposite end of the spectrum of reactions....I wouldn't be forgiving and embracing. But it was an intriguing thought and as thinking about Pam became an obsession, I knew I had to write about her.

After writing about Pam almost daily for the past six years, she's as real to me as family members are. Pam's friends and family are critical of her for going into relationships too quickly. but what else is she going to do? She likes having a man around and unless I write a book titled Pam Takes a Break, she'll just keep jumping in! Suzanne Jenkins August 2016

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B005F5FUXW
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently Published
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 28, 2011
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 803 KB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 297 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 29 ‏ : ‎ Pam of Babylon
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Customers find the book captivating from beginning to end, with a fascinating storyline that keeps readers glued to the narrative. The writing is well-crafted, with one customer noting it reads like a mystery thriller, and customers appreciate the interesting characters that evoke strong emotions. Customers describe the book as thought-provoking with unique perspectives, and while some find it hard to put down, others mention it moves slowly.

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317 customers mention "Twists and turns"228 positive89 negative

Customers enjoy the twists and turns in this book, praising its fascinating storyline and well-woven plot that keeps readers glued to the narrative.

"...I am so glad that I stayed with it for the twists and turns are not just amazing, they are heartwarming, surprising, and against the grain...." Read more

"...The plot is different and it worked, and for a first novel, without the backing of a team of editors and a major house to back it up, I felt this..." Read more

"...The author weaves a powerful tale told in the third person narrative, focusing on the different perspectives of the husband and the three women in..." Read more

"I almost stopped reading this after about 10 chapters or so. Seemed very predictable, BUT THEN.... It all changed. I couldn't put the book down...." Read more

314 customers mention "Readability"287 positive27 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, enjoying it as a great summer read that kept them captivated from beginning to end.

"...Good reading to you!" Read more

"...The plot is different and it worked, and for a first novel, without the backing of a team of editors and a major house to back it up, I felt this..." Read more

"...Thank you, Ms.Jenkins, for a good read." Read more

"...Very exciting with the twists and turns. Its worth reading!" Read more

145 customers mention "Writing quality"111 positive34 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, noting its descriptive style and easy readability, with one customer mentioning it reads like a mystery thriller.

"...personalities: one is acerbic and unpopular, one is beautiful, smart and totally out of her element, the other is shy, quiet, friendless, and a true..." Read more

"...These women are fruitcakes. Fortunately, the author is a gifted writer, and I wanted to read all about the fruitcakes...." Read more

"...has created a fascinating cast of characters that are realistic, complex, have flaws and emotions that are easy to relate to...." Read more

"...There are a few repeat partial sentences and words and a couple of other issues, but I didn't find them distracting enough to make me stop reading...." Read more

112 customers mention "Character development"81 positive31 negative

Customers find the characters in the book engaging and emotional, with one customer noting how they unfold throughout the story.

"...Jenkins has build her characters well giving them very distinct personalities: one is acerbic and unpopular, one is beautiful, smart and totally..." Read more

"...Overall, I found this to be a fine example of storytelling. The characters have issues that make them more human and make you want to stay with them..." Read more

"...And not one reaction that any character has at any point in the book is appropriate to the action that's actually going on...." Read more

"...The author has created a fascinating cast of characters that are realistic, complex, have flaws and emotions that are easy to relate to...." Read more

33 customers mention "Thought provoking"30 positive3 negative

Customers find the book thought-provoking and surprising, appreciating its unique perspectives and mature themes.

"...the twists and turns are not just amazing, they are heartwarming, surprising, and against the grain...." Read more

"...This is not a light-hearted story, it is a brilliant exploration of lives as they explode and implode following the death of the main character, Jack..." Read more

"...It offers a different possibility, a more hopeful one. "..." Read more

"...pretty wild, unexpected events and all the social issues and mature themes imaginable. It is NOT a light and breezy "summer romance" novel AT ALL...." Read more

25 customers mention "Series length"25 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the series length, with many praising it as a fantastic four-book series and the first in a trilogy, while one customer notes how it builds and builds throughout.

"This is book one of a remarkable 8+ book series...." Read more

"...This is going to be a great series like Twin Peaks on steroids." Read more

"...I just bought books #9 and #10 of this oddly compelling series. After the first book I was hooked. I don't know why...." Read more

"...There are several more installments, which I will purchase and read, that cover the continuing mystery of Jacks secret life and what results it has..." Read more

22 customers mention "Difficulty to put down"16 positive6 negative

Customers find the book hard to put down and easy to read.

"...It is brilliantly written. Frankly, I could hardly put these books down, and thank goodness for a Kindle, could race from one to the next to the..." Read more

"...The writing is flawless with a wonderful flow. Very easy to follow along and not get lost...." Read more

"...In short, this novel was tedious and not even remotely interesting. I couldn't finish it and I certainly cannot recommend the parts I did read." Read more

"...It's such a quick, easy, and fun read!! Leaves you wondering what's going to happen next.... full of twists, turns, drama, and many surprises!..." Read more

25 customers mention "Pacing"12 positive13 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the pacing of the book, with some finding it moves quickly and moves along well, while others describe it as slow.

"...The book lagged in the middle, but it picked up. This book set out the foundation for the series. Pam's husband, Jack, dies from a heart attack...." Read more

"Pam of Babylon is filled with betrayal, cheating, secrets and abuse in the lives of a wealthy Long Island family...." Read more

"...But mosly it's the awkward sentence structure and poor flow that disappointed me. The author has promise, she's just not quite there yet." Read more

"...The writing is flawless with a wonderful flow. Very easy to follow along and not get lost...." Read more

Tissue alert as these three women try to reconcile the man they knew to the man he really was
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Tissue alert as these three women try to reconcile the man they knew to the man he really was
Definite tissue alert as these three women try to reconcile the man they knew to the man he really was. Pam, the actual wife takes it all in stride--mostly. Her kid sister--well she is plenty upset. His lover-who was about to break it off with him find that she is pregnant after he is murdered on his way home to Babylon LI on the train. It upset me no end when who did it and why is revealed--but then in novels and sometimes in real life things are not what they appear to be!
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  • YZPat
    5.0 out of 5 stars What a surprise!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2017
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    There is an old saying, "Never judge a book by its cover" which fits this book perfectly. I was in a quandary whether to read it or not. The cover really turned me off, but something nudged me to give it a try. So I did. I loved it so much that I gave up my housework, my writing, and missed church so that I could finish it. The plot is amazing. At first, I thought, "Oh, no, not this again." I had recently read two books that began similarly. I am so glad that I stayed with it for the twists and turns are not just amazing, they are heartwarming, surprising, and against the grain. There are three women caught in a situation that affects each of them differently: one is widowed suddenly, one is pregnant and alone, and one is a maiden sister with a secret that tightens the plot convincingly. Jenkins has build her characters well giving them very distinct personalities: one is acerbic and unpopular, one is beautiful, smart and totally out of her element, the other is shy, quiet, friendless, and a true martyr. Put them all together in a beautiful beach house for a weekend and expect something big. You will not be disappointed. When Jenkins throws in a gangster-like brother-in-law and a snobbish mother-in-law the scene is set for something totally out of the norm. You must read this story to understand that the little town of Babylon, New York where Pam has a life and a lovely home cannot yield its secrets without a catalyst and Jenkins gives us a surprising one. You will not be sorry--just plan to give up several hours when you cannot let go. Good reading to you!
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  • Ionia Froment
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good first novel, doorway to a great career perhaps...
    Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2013
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    Although there are controversial portions of this book (and you are forewarned in the blurb,) I thought this was a well written book about the damaging and crushing blows a wife takes when learning of her husband's betrayals after his death. I will not go into detail about everything that happens in the book, as I don't want to ruin it for other readers, but I will say that this book is more than just different.

    There are times while reading this that I absolutely could not believe anyone would react to another human being the way the main character did, that being said, she also reminded me that there are those who base their lives on forgiveness and her actions made her a stronger character. This book has some characters that I loved, some I loved when I didn't want to, and a couple that I absolutely detested. In the beginning I didn't understand why Pam's sister was such a spoiled brat and why she behaved the way she did toward Pam and toward Sandra. Later on, I did.

    There are some editing issues (not sure if it has been fixed since I downloaded my copy.) There are a few repeat partial sentences and words and a couple of other issues, but I didn't find them distracting enough to make me stop reading. For a first novel, I was surprised by the depth this book has.

    Overall, I found this to be a fine example of storytelling. The characters have issues that make them more human and make you want to stay with them on their journey. The plot is different and it worked, and for a first novel, without the backing of a team of editors and a major house to back it up, I felt this was a very promising start to a career in writing women's fiction. I would encourage you to read this book.
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  • Amazon Customer
    3.0 out of 5 stars good read
    Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2013
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    I liked this book. I have already read the second book of the series. There are quite a few grammatical errors, but none were irritating. The book lagged in the middle, but it picked up. This book set out the foundation for the series. Pam's husband, Jack, dies from a heart attack. In tending to his final affairs, Pam learns that Jack's mistress is pregnant, and that Jack has been sexually abusing her sister for many years. The situation is more than odd when these three women bond in close friendship. As the story progresses, Jack's family and Pam and her family focus on doing what is best for the baby. Pam immediately starts planning the nursey in her own home for the baby. This is where the story lags. These women are fruitcakes. Fortunately, the author is a gifted writer, and I wanted to read all about the fruitcakes. I liked the author's descriptions of New York City and the driving back and forth from Long Island to Manhattan. That was like a sight seeing tour for me. Pam and her sister have each met a man of their own within weeks of Jack's death. I do hope there is no more sharing the same man. An element of danger is introduced near the end of the book compelling the reader to read the next book of the series.

    The book is a fast read, and, dear readers, you will love it. I wrote a review of the second book, DON'T YOU FORGET ABOUT ME, on Goodreads and Amazon.

    Thank you, Ms.Jenkins, for a good read.
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  • sumit sabal
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in India on July 13, 2015
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    nice book
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  • Suziblue
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!!!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 12, 2017
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    I wasn't sure about this book, didn't think I could get into it, and thought its not really my thing, but get into it I did! I just loved all the characters, Suzanne brought them to life and I had a perfect picture of it all in my minds eye. I loved her writing style and I'm looking forward to reading the next instalment of this fabulous story!
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  • diesel
    5.0 out of 5 stars Thoroughly enjoyable & gripping
    Reviewed in Canada on September 17, 2018
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    Reading this book is like peeling an onion....so many layers!
    Just when you think you've gotten to the last layer, you discover that there are SO many more! Lots of intrigue & surprises, a totally engrossing story!
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  • Dizy
    4.0 out of 5 stars A good book to read, and hard to put down.
    Reviewed in Australia on December 26, 2018
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    This book is full of twists and turns as each characters personality and story is revealed. You cannot help feel sorry for Pam, as she discovers more and more about the man she thought she knew well and loved. It is worth it to carry on and read the next two books, so you can finally understand the relationships, sometimes horrific and sad, between some of the family members. No doubt some readers will relate this book to their own experiences in real life.
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  • Y.C
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on April 7, 2015
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    Very good book.
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