☀ Two Reasons to Run: Pelican Harbor [2] - Colleen Coble

Thank you for joining us on the Virtual Book Tour for Two Reasons to Run, a Romantic Suspense by Colleen Coble (8 September 2020, Thomas Nelson, 348 pages).

This is the second book in the Pelican Harbor series

“Colleen Coble’s super power is transporting her readers into beautiful settings in vivid detail. One Little Lie is no exception. Add to that the suspense that keeps you wanting to know more, and characters that pull at your heart.” —Terri Blackstock, USA TODAY bestselling author of If I Run

 “Colleen Coble’s latest has it all: characters to root for, a sinister villain, and a story that just won’t stop.” —Siri Mitchell, author of State of Lies

PREVIEW: Check out the book's synopsis and the Kindle Cloud Reader Preview below, as well as full details of the series.

Author Colleen Coble will be awarding a  copy of One Little Lie to three randomly drawn winners via Rafflecopter during the tour.   Please do take part: comment on our post and follow the tour where you will be able to read other excerpts (☀), interviews (ℚ), reviews (✍) and guest blog posts (✉).

On Writing What You Don't Want To Write - An Essay by Ross Klavan

Today novelist, screenwriter and voiceover artist Ross Klavan takes over our blog to share his thoughts "On Writing What You Don't Want To Write", a craft essay.

Today also sees the publication of Third Degree (5 October 2020, Down & Out Books, 274 pages), a Crime Collection, book three in the 3 Authors, 3 Novellas series, by Ross Klavan, Tim O'Mara, and Charles Salzberg.

Cut Loose All Those Who Drag You Down is Ross Klavan's offering: "A crooked reporter who fronts for the mob and who’s been married eight times gets a visit from his oldest friend, a disgraced and defrocked shrink. The man is in deep trouble and it’s clear somebody is going to pay with his life."

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☀ Third Degree: 3 Authors, 3 Novellas [3] - Klavan, O'Mara, Salzberg

Thank you for joining us on the Virtual Book Tour for Third Degree, a Crime Collection by Ross Klavan, Tim O'Mara, and Charles Salzberg (5 October 2020, Down & Out Books, 274 pages).

This is the third book in the 3 Authors, 3 Novellas series.

Don't miss our guest post by author Ross Klavan, a craft essay "On Writing What You Don't Want To Write".

PREVIEW: Check out the book's synopsis and the Kindle Cloud Reader Preview below, as well as details of the other books in the series.

The authors will be awarding a $20 Amazon gift card to two randomly drawn winners via Rafflecopter during the tour.   Please do take part: comment on our post and follow the tour where you will be able to read other excerpts (☀), interviews (ℚ), reviews (✍) and guest blog posts (✉).

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ℚ Emergency Powers: Imogen Trager [3] - James McCrone

Today we have the pleasure of meeting up with author James McCrone to talk about Emergency Powers (30 September 2020, James McCrone, 304 pages), a Suspense-Thriller, book three in the Imogen Trager series.

 Imogen Trager is “a heroine who makes both good and bad decisions… providing action-packed and unexpected moments throughout.”— DIANE DONOVAN, Midwest Book Review

“McCrone’s research and political insight are an intriguing backdrop…and will be a pleasant surprise to readers used to more gunplay-style action. Great for fans of Brad Meltzer, David Baldacci.”— PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

☀ Emergency Powers: Imogen Trager [3] - James McCrone

Thank you for joining us on the Virtual Book Tour for Emergency Powers, a Suspense-Thriller by James McCrone (30 September 2020, James McCrone, 304 pages).

This is the third book in the Imogen Trager series.

Don't miss our interview with author James McCrone.

PREVIEW: Check out the book's synopsis and the Kindle Cloud Reader Preview below, as well as full details of the series.

Author James McCrone will be awarding two $20 Amazon gift cards, and two print copies of Emergency Powers to randomly drawn winners via Rafflecopter during the tour.   Please do take part: comment on our post and follow the tour where you will be able to read other excerpts (☀), interviews (ℚ), reviews (✍) and guest blog posts (✉).

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ℚ♫ Derailed: Kelly Pruett Mysteries [1] - Mary Keliikoa

Today we have the pleasure of meeting up with author Mary Keliikoa to talk about Derailed (12 May 2020, Camel Press, 234 pages), a Mystery, book one in the Kelly Pruett Mysteries series.

“Derailed has it all: an engaging heroine, a twisty, twisted crime, and plenty of food for thought about families and their secrets. I loved this debut and can’t wait to read about Kelly Pruett’s next case”. Kristen Lepionka, Shamus Award-winning author, the Roxane Weary mystery series

“Mary Keliikoa’s debut novel is an important addition to the PI genre – strong with voice, a compelling protagonist in Kelly Pruett, and unforgettable family secrets. Derailed was hard to put down – and I can’t wait to read the next book in this crackling new series.” Alex Segura, author, Blackout and Miami Midnight

☀ Derailed: Kelly Pruett Mysteries [1] - Mary Keliikoa

Thank you for joining us on the Virtual Book Tour for Derailed, a Mystery by Mary Keliikoa (12 May 2020, Camel Press, 234 pages).

This is the first book in the Kelly Pruett Mysteries series.

Don't miss our interview with author Mary Keliikoa.

PREVIEW: Check out the book's synopsis and the Kindle Cloud Reader Preview below.

Author Mary Keliikoa will be awarding a $10 Amazon gift card to two randomly drawn winners via Rafflecopter during the tour.   Please do take part: comment on our post and follow the tour where you will be able to read other excerpts (☀), interviews (ℚ), reviews (✍) and guest blog posts (✉).

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✍ Tooth for Tooth: Eye for Eye Trilogy (Talion) [2] - J.K. Franko

Genre: Crime Thriller
Published 2 April 2020 by Talion Publishing
Number of pages: 418

My rating: ★ ★ ★ ★  I really liked it  

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"What would YOU do if you got away with murder? Would you stop there? Could you?

Roy and Susie thought they had committed the perfect crime. Their planning was meticulous. Their execution was flawless. But, there is always a loose end, isn’t there? Always a singing bone.

✍ Eye For Eye: Talion [1] - J.K. Franko

Genre: Crime Thriller
Published 16 March 2019 by Talion Publishing
Number of pages: 434

My rating: ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆  It was memorable  

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"What would YOU do if someone hurt the one you love?

Roy and Susie are the perfect couple, an ideal family living a fairy-tale life... until their teenage daughter is senselessly killed.

Just as they’re managing to put that tragic loss behind them, a complete stranger approaches Roy in a bar with a drunken proposal—he invokes their daughter’s memory to ask Roy to kill a man.

ℚ♫ Little Falls - Elizabeth Lewes

Today we have the pleasure of meeting up with author Elizabeth Lewes to talk about Little Falls (11 August 2020, Crooked Lane Books, 293 pages), a Rural Mystery Noir.

"The tight, well-constructed plot complements the searing portrait of Camille as she deals with the guilt she feels over her daughter and her general rage at the world. Lewes is off to a strong start." --Publishers Weekly, starred review 

"Little Falls snaps with suspense from beginning to end. With skilled execution of setting and plot, Elizabeth Lewes shuttles the reader between continents on a thrilling journey that reveals haunting secrets. I couldn't put this book down!" --Margaret Mizushima, author of the award-winning Timber Creek K-9 Mysteries, including Hanging Falls

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