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'Letters from Yelena' cracks top 100 in 'Amazon Bestsellers in Contemporary Fiction' chart

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'Letters from Yelena' was today added to the Amazon 'Twelve Days Of Kindle' promotional offer, where selected titles are available as E-books for 99p. Excitingly it peaked at #61 in the 'Bestsellers in Contemporary Fiction' chart. And at one point narrowly overtook 'Fifty Shades Of Grey'- which I would not have expected for a particularly dark novel about a troubled Ukrainian ballerina! Would be great if you could share the link below and help push the novel even higher for this short-lived offer- http://www.amazon.co.uk/Letters-From-Yelena-ebook/dp/B008PPMY9W/ref=tmm_kin_title_0

Reviews for 'Letters from Yelena'

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  ‘Guy Mankowski has written a truly wonderful novel. Considering that the author is male, he has managed to capture a realistic portrayal of a female ballerina. I found this beautifully written novel a joy to read. Five Stars.’  New Books Magazine ‘Unfolding through the letters between a Ukrainian dancer and her lover, the novel explores art and how people use it in their lives to complex and compelling effect.’   Attitude Magazine ‘A beautifully written story with convincing characters and a good if sometimes heart-breaking plot. Overall, a great novel from Mankowski.’   Novel Kicks Website ‘This epistolary novel takes the always present fascination with the torments of ballet dancers and adds a romantic twist. Mankowski brings every bruises foot and strained limb to life.’   The Simple Things Magazine ‘It’s unusual to find a young male writer who can write with such sensitivity and maturity. Guy Mankowski’s ...