New Novel 'Twisted' Explores the Art of Making a Living in the Sex Trade

As Gary Stout of Readers’ Favorite wrote – “Twisted is a nightmare journey into the life of Julia, a young woman from Ukraine who, struggling for a future, follows her sister’s path into the sex trade.”

Penned by Ukrainian author Lola Smirnova who for many years worked in the sex industry, “Twisted” is a true life shaped into fiction story of vulnerability, courage and the art of making a living in the sex trade.

“I was inspired to write Twisted because I hope that my story can help change the common misconceptions of women working in the sex industry, victims of which usually are young inexperienced women. I want the reader to realize that these working girls are human. They dream, love or suffer the same way as anyone’s girlfriend, sister or daughter,” says Smirnova.

Twisted is a disturbing behind-the-scenes look at a world that most will never see. It is shocking, raw, and explicit.

In the corrupt economy of post-Soviet Ukraine, opportunities are scarce. Young and eager sisters – Natalia, Lena and Julia – harbor dreams of a better life. Naive and tempted by the allure of quick money, the girls set off on an adventure that changes their lives forever.

Can they stay out of trouble enough to fulfill their ambitions? Can they hold on to their idealism in a world where depravity and danger are constant companions? How far are they willing to go to make a buck?

Smirnova is currently working on her second book – a sequel to Twisted. To learn more, go to http://lolasmirnova.com/.

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