New novel, “Shameful Prowess” by Charlee Rae Valentine, an autobiographical story of love and manipulation, receives endorsement from Mariel Hemingway

Mariel Hemingway recommends Shameful Prowess by Charlee Rae Valentine, stating, "Charlee unapologetically bares the story of her life, taking charge of presenting who she is and what she’s done."

Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States - September 7, 2023 /MarketersMEDIA/ —

“Shameful Prowess” by Charlee Rae Valentine, a riveting, autobiographical novel of seduction, power, and self-discovery is now available worldwide. This 448-page novel, which has achieved Amazon Bestseller status as #5 in the “Sexuality” category and #10 in the “Historical Erotica” category, tells the real-life story of Charlee Rae Valentine (a pseudonym used to protect the author’s identity) as she uses her powers of manipulation and sex appeal to claw her way from a poverty-stricken small town to a place among the social elite.

Recently endorsed by Mariel Hemingway, Oscar-nominated actress and granddaughter of Nobel Prize-winning novelist Ernest Hemingway, the book is a genre-crossing character study that examines what people are willing to do to get ahead, and the consequences they face in the pursuit of power and status. Sometimes erotically charged, sometimes hilarious, and thrilling from cover to cover, Valentine’s story is more than a romance. Through her journey from poverty to a posh lifestyle, leaving a trail of damaged relationships in her wake, Charlee finds a chance at real love and must learn to overcome her selfish impulses.

About the book, Mariel Hemingway says, “The great thing about this book is that even if you’re shy and reserved a little bit like me, you can escape into her tales of fast-paced relationships and sexual control. The way that she works her seductive charms and negotiates for power and money with her body makes her such a badass woman. Charlee unapologetically bares the story of her life, taking charge of presenting who she is and what she’s done.”

See the full endorsement at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJCOMTZgnug

From cover to cover, Valentine’s debut novel is full of surprises. From shocking moments of manipulation to powerful scenes of self-reflection, the book shows that growth is always possible – yet refuses to shy away from the ugly side of pursuing wealth and status.

Shameful Prowess (ISBN: 9781958729281 / 9781958729298) can be purchased through retailers worldwide, including Barnes and Noble and Amazon. The paperback retails for $24.99, the hardcover retails for $37.99, and the ebook retails for $9.99. Review copies and interviews are available upon request.

Learn more at https://shamefulprowess.com/

From the back cover:

Charlee Rae grew up tucked away in a pauperized small town in Northern Mississippi. She knew at a young age that she had no desire to follow in the isolated footsteps of everyone in the deep South, especially those living in her sleepy town. She was born with ambition, vitality, discipline, and above all, the natural looks and personality that set her apart from most of the world.

Trying to escape the label of garbage can poor, Charlee’s charisma was inherent in her personality; yet her biggest fear was a life of strife and impoverishment. Due to this overwhelming fear, she grew up obsessed with opulence and positioning herself among the social elite.

Charlee Rae’s targets were easily fooled by her charming character, which hid a cunning villainy. She was uninhibited and iniquitous in using her appeal to lure in any man of her choice. However, these men always had one thing in common--money. Her endless games of trickery and implausible convictions fueled a thrilling rush but pushed her into a world of immorality.

Witness as Charlee Rae masters her craft of seduction to control the world’s richest and most powerful men. Take a front-row seat to learn the bona fide secrets and wretchedness that clung to the crème de la crème. At what price would you sell your soul or commodify your body to the illusion of the haut monde? Suppose you were Charlee Rae, would you make the same risky decisions? Will authentic love finally end her compulsions?

About the author:

Charlee Rae Valentine is an American author and a member of Romance Writers of America (RMA). The erotic romance super novel, Shameful Prowess, is Charlee Rae’s authorial debut, where she displays her thought-provoking, evocative fiction, leaving your mind racing ferociously for hours after turning the last page. An inner balance in her words serves as both an escape from reality and the staple trope of the erotic romance genre. Evolving towards a trilogy, her work across multiple disciplines addresses broad narratives that are committed to her art form. Doubling down on her extensive writing experience, Charlee Rae inspires a life of purpose and fulfillment through her innovative prose.

About the Publisher:

MindStir Media is an Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private company in America. MindStir helps authors from all walks of life publish, distribute and market their books. For more information go to mindstirmedia.com.

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