The Undoing of Alejandro Velasco
A Novel
Published on 1. May 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
284 pages
978-1-6625-2725-8 (ISBN)
Description
After Alejandro Velasco is found dead, a handsome stranger visits the family. But when this newcomer's secrets collide with those of Alejandro's sister, sparks fly-and blood is shed.
A handsome young man named Julian Villareal arrives at the opulent Velasco estate to pay his respects after the unexpected death of Alejandro Velasco, his close friend and tennis rival. But he soon becomes entwined in the Velasco family's glamourous lifestyle-and their daughter Sofia's mysterious allure. Mercurial and quick-witted, Sofia seems determined to give Julian a run for his money. And he's prepared to play along-both on and off the tennis courts.
As the tension between Julian and Sofia sizzles, Julian hides a much darker secret: Alejandro's death was no accident. And the more Julian learns about the inner workings of the Velasco family, the greater the danger he uncovers. With power and status come opponents bent on toppling the empire-by blackmail, revenge, or even murder. Julian's quest for answers will only lure him deeper into this den of vipers, but teasing out Sofia's own intentions may be the steamiest-and deadliest-game of all.
A handsome young man named Julian Villareal arrives at the opulent Velasco estate to pay his respects after the unexpected death of Alejandro Velasco, his close friend and tennis rival. But he soon becomes entwined in the Velasco family's glamourous lifestyle-and their daughter Sofia's mysterious allure. Mercurial and quick-witted, Sofia seems determined to give Julian a run for his money. And he's prepared to play along-both on and off the tennis courts.
As the tension between Julian and Sofia sizzles, Julian hides a much darker secret: Alejandro's death was no accident. And the more Julian learns about the inner workings of the Velasco family, the greater the danger he uncovers. With power and status come opponents bent on toppling the empire-by blackmail, revenge, or even murder. Julian's quest for answers will only lure him deeper into this den of vipers, but teasing out Sofia's own intentions may be the steamiest-and deadliest-game of all.
Reviews / Votes
"Actor Boneta's sure-footed debut...culminates in a whiplash-inducing series of twists and double-crossings...Patricia Highsmith fans will enjoy this." -Publishers Weekly"From page one, Diego Boneta's debut thriller crackles with closely held secrets, conflicting agendas, and insatiable yearnings. Delivering pitch-perfect details that make his settings sing, Boneta examines the trappings of ambition and the dangers that linger behind the pursuit of power. Once you pick it up, you won't be able to put it down." -Lori Roy, Edgar Award-winning author
"Sexy, dark, and totally deadly: Julian should know better than to let Sofia get under his skin-then again, that's the fun part." -Andy Garcia, Academy Award-nominated actor
"Moody, sexy, and so clever. And no, I'm not talking about Diego Boneta. The Undoing of Alejandro Velasco is a seductive thriller that sucks you right into its dark world of twisted secrets. This is a sexy mystery that keeps you guessing until the bloody end." -Eva Longoria, Golden Globe-nominated actress and Emmy- and Oscar-nominated director
"The Undoing of Alejandro Velasco is a delightfully dark and seductive ride filled with glamour, secrets, and intrigue. Boneta's debut has flair and style to spare and a plot that pulls you close and won't let you go until the last page. Stunning!" -Ivy Pochoda, author of Sing Her Down
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Seattle
United States
Publishing group
Amazon Publishing
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 213 mm
Width: 137 mm
Thickness: 19 mm
Weight
295 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-6625-2725-8 (9781662527258)
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Person
Diego Boneta is an actor, producer, musician, and author. Born in Mexico City, Boneta is known for his starring role in the international Netflix sensation Luis Miguel: The Series, which he also produced; and is currently producing and starring in a major new spy series with Amazon. Diego plays the title role in Killing Castro (2024) opposite Al Pacino, which he executive produced. He both starred in and produced the Paramount+ film At Midnight (2023), which reached #1 on the platform in over twenty countries, and starred in and executive produced Nuevo Orden (2020), which won the Silver Lion at the Venice Film Festival.
Other lead roles of Diego's include starring in the Warner Brothers feature Father of the Bride (2022) and starring in the Amazon Prime series ?Quien lo mato? (2024), which shot to #1 in Mexico upon release. Boneta made his film debut in Rock of Ages (2012).
In addition to his work as an actor, Boneta is an award-winning musician who has recorded multiple albums, including one for Luis Miguel that went platinum. The actor is the face of OMEGA and Tiffany & Co. in Latin America, and he recently launched the tequila company Defrente. The Undoing of Alejandro Velasco is his first novel.
Other lead roles of Diego's include starring in the Warner Brothers feature Father of the Bride (2022) and starring in the Amazon Prime series ?Quien lo mato? (2024), which shot to #1 in Mexico upon release. Boneta made his film debut in Rock of Ages (2012).
In addition to his work as an actor, Boneta is an award-winning musician who has recorded multiple albums, including one for Luis Miguel that went platinum. The actor is the face of OMEGA and Tiffany & Co. in Latin America, and he recently launched the tequila company Defrente. The Undoing of Alejandro Velasco is his first novel.