Posts Tagged by debut novel
A Nail-Biting Debut Thriller
April 8, 2013 | Filled under Uncategorized |
Take a look at today’s nail-biting suspense and our featured book, HIDDEN by Derick Parsons. This well-reviewed thriller has a 4 star rating with over 95 comments. “Parsons interpretation of mental illness, trauma and therapeutic strategies were very realistic and I found his writing both engaging and entertaining. The mystery of it keeps you guessing until the very end and the climax is very well executed.” –Rebecca Azzi
So…What is HIDDEN About?
Psychologist Kate Bennett must find the answer to a beautiful young woman’s shadowy past containing drug use, promiscuity and murder…and buried secrets that keep her locked inside an insane asylum. Secrets that others will kill to keep HIDDEN? Kate must save her patient’s sanity…and both their lives. But Kate has a dark past of her own that will come back to haunt her. HIDDEN is a thriller, set in Dublin. It is also a voyage of self-discovery for Kate, as she helps to uncover not just the truth about her patient but some truths about herself, as well.
A Little About Author Derick Parsons:
Derick was born in Dublin, Ireland. Ever since he can remember he has considered himself a writer. He has written various poems and short stories, and completed his first full-length novel at the ripe old age of 10.
HIDDEN is the first novel he has written for the public, with all of his previous writing being intensely personal. A second, REDEMPTION SONG, is now also for sale on Kindle.
Some Praise From the Fans of HIDDEN:
“…really well written and you get into it from the first page – good writing, interesting characters – and the end does not disappoint ….!!! If this is his first book – I already welcome his second.” –Joan
“Good read. This book kept me on the edge of my seat til the end. Just when I thought I had it figured out, out comes another twist. Love the book.” –Allison Hutson
“A fast paced thriller, well written and insightful on child abuse, the characters are believable and the ending is surprising.” –Finngram E.
Grab your copy of the suspenseful debut, HIDDEN today. It will not disappoint.
An Intelligent & Sharp Debut Mystery
March 23, 2013 | Filled under Uncategorized |
Mystery lovers, take a look at today’s well-reviewed, sharply detailed, psychological suspense, and today’s featured book – A Guilty Mind by Kellie Larsen Murphy. It currently has an impressive 4.9 star rating with 29 reviews. “A Guilty Mind is one of those books where you just can’t put it down. The author has a unique ability to create tension and suspense through the thoughts and feelings of the characters, while keeping a nice pace to the events driving the plot…the author gives you delightful morsels to keep you guessing right up till the very end.” –Amazon Reader
A Little About A Guilty Mind:
George Vandenberg has it all–wealth, social standing, and a beautiful wife and family. But George is on the edge of a nervous breakdown, haunted by the memory of the woman he once loved and “accidentally” killed.
When his psychiatrist is found brutally stabbed to death in his office, George emerges as the primary suspect even as he becomes a target himself. To prove his innocence, George must face his doubting wife, an unyielding detective determined to find the truth, and the past he’s been unable to forget.
About the Author:
Kellie Larsen Murphy is a freelance writer who has worked in both the banking and publishing industries. In recent years, she has written on a variety of subjects and been featured frequently in several mid-Atlantic magazines. Her debut novel, A Guilty Mind, is the first in a series featuring Detective Michael Cancini. The second in the series, Stay of Execution, will be available in 2013. Kellie lives in Richmond, Virginia, with her husband, four children, and two dogs. She would be happy to hear from readers through her website, www.kellielarsenmurphy.com.
What Readers Are Saying About A Guilty Mind:
“”A Guilty Mind” is full of twist and turns and really keeps you on your toes! I started reading and could not put it down. Not only does it peak your interest but it challenges your intellect.” –Brooke Farley
“A Guilty Mind is every murder mystery reader’s delight. The book subtle foreshadowing brings out the detective in ALL of us.” –Maria Catalina Egan
“You will love this book if you love intelligently written mysteries that explore the hearts and minds of its characters. This book has a psychological edge and still pulls at your heart-strings. I highly recommend this book to fellow readers.” –Amazon Reader
You don’t want to miss this exciting thriller, pick up your copy of A Guilty Mind today.
An Unforgettable Debut Suspense Novel
January 16, 2013 | Filled under Uncategorized |
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Kindle peeps, today’s stellar debut novel and feature book is Finding Claire Fletcher by Lisa Regan. An exceptionally written read, it has received rave reviews racking up an outstanding 4.9 star rating with 40 customer comments. “Finding Claire Fletcher is a special kind of read. Brutally honest, well-written, gripping – a real page-turner. This is not your normal kind of crime thriller and detective novel. This is something more, something unique. Lisa Regan has created something special with this novel. If you are hooked on suspense this will not disappoint.” -Cindy Vine, Author of Not Telling
A Brief Summary of Finding Claire Fletcher:
Detective Connor Parks is recently divorced and his career is in jeopardy. He finds comfort in the arms of a beautiful woman he meets one evening at a bar. But when he awakens, Claire Fletcher is gone and all that remains is a piece of paper with an address. It leads to the home of the Fletcher family who inform Connor that their sister, Claire, was abducted ten years ago and is now presumed dead.
For ten years, Claire has undergone unthinkable torture by the man who abducted her. Beyond fearful and ashamed, she lives her life as Lynn, the identity forced upon her. When she betrays her abductor or attempts escape, someone dies. She knows her run-in with Connor has put his life at risk, as well as others she loves.
After speaking to her family, Connor quietly begins an investigation into her disappearance. Driven to see her again, he is determined to solve the mystery of her abduction no matter the cost. But finding Claire proves to be much more dangerous than he anticipated…maybe even deadly.
About the Author:
Lisa Regan is a suspense novelist. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in English and Master of Education Degree from Bloomsburg University. She lives in Philadelphia with her husband and daughter. Her website is http://www.lisaregan.com
What Readers Are Saying About Finding Claire Fletcher:
“Claire Fletcher is every child and Lisa Regan has told her story with respect and dignity. I can’t name one seasoned author who could have told this story with as much precision, emotion and well thought out story line or pulled it off as gracefully as Ms. Regan. If you love suspense this book is a must read, but more importantly if you love children this book is a must read. Kudos on a well told story Ms. Regan, I’ll be back for more.” –K. Mettner
“This is not your typical crime, suspense, mystery novel, while it is all those things it is also so much more. It is a testament to the human spirit, our will to survive and the lengths we will go to to protect the ones we love. I wish I was as talented at writing as the author so I could write a review worthy of this book. Trust me folks this is a must read!” –Virginia H.
“Rather than dashing us through a typical psychological thriller, Lisa takes time to explore the minds and motives of her characters in a way that continues to draw us in, totally captivated, until the very last page. I look forward to her next book…and to many more for years to come. It is truly outstanding!” –Peggy
A debut suspense novel with impressively high-praise. If you haven’t picked up your copy of Finding Claire Fletcher, you are truly missing out.
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A Stunning & Suspenseful Supernatural Romance
December 29, 2012 | Filled under Uncategorized |
Paranormal fans, we have the perfect book for you,  Hunter’s Blood Special Edition by Marianne Morea. This stunning debut novel, the first in the Cursed by Blood Saga, is a thrilling supernatural suspense. It currently has a 4.1 star rating with 18 reviews. “…ghosts, werewolves and vampires all in one exceptional read. The story line is great and keeps you turning the pages, while seeming realistic, full of danger and sexual tension.” -Catie Vargas
A Brief Synopsis of Hunter’s Blood Special Edition:
Revenge. It’s a way of life for psychic, Lily Saburi. Haunted since the brutal killing of her best friend and partner, she’s obsessed with retribution—a vigilante bent on striking a blow for humanity against the dark world of the supernatural. Prey turned predator she’s determined to even the score—one bullet at a time starting with the animal that changed her life forever.
Prepared for Armageddon she’s in for the fight of her life. But when mortally wounded by a diseased and unstable Were, Lily is rescued by a most unlikely savior—Were-hunter, Sean Leighton. Sexy and powerful, Leighton is charged with destroying anything infected with the deadly pathogen threatening the survival of his pack, and that includes Lily. But their immediate attraction leaves them both breathless and confused. As Lily wrestles with the truth about herself, Leighton is faced with the looming reality that he will most likely have to destroy the woman he’s falling in love with. Only time will tell if they are destined to be together or if they’ll fall victim to the Hunter’s Blood.
About the Author:
Marianne is a New Yorker, born and bred, and her stories embody the grit and complexity of the city. An avid traveler, she uses her experiences in all her books. There isn’t a place her characters live or travel to that she hasn’t been herself. Her dark paranormal romance, Blood Legacy, is the first book in her Legacy Series, and takes you from New York City to the Costa del la Luz in Spain, to foggy London and the romance of Rome. She is also a founding member and the current President of The Paranormal Romance Guild, a not-for-profit organization for readers and authors of the genre.
What People Are Saying About Hunter’s Blood Special Edition:
“Hunter’s Blood is not only a wonderful supernatural read but it is also a wonderful story that holds an underlining issue of how far someone will go in the name of grief….” –The Phantom Paragrapher @ Blogspot.com
“How many ways, and in how many languages, can I say “awesome”? I was truly blown away…Hunter’s Blood…fast paced, well written and well edited.” –Gateway Edited Books, Review by Alexx Mom Cat @ Blogspot.com
Don’t hesitate, grab your copy of Hunter’s Blood Special Edition today.
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A Top-Notch Action-Packed Romantic Suspense
November 29, 2012 | Filled under Uncategorized |
If you’re looking for an action-packed story of love and redemption, we have the book for you. Take a look at today’s HOT NEW Release, PHOENIX by Kimberly Packard. A Romantic Suspense novel that will keep you anxiously flipping the pages to discover where Amanda’s journey will finally lead. Packard’s debut novel is intriguing and top-notch.Â
A Brief Synopsis of PHOENIX:
PHOENIX is the story of Amanda, Alex and Shiloh, three individuals tied together by two crimes committed thousands of miles and ten years apart, each looking for redemption and forgiveness. Amanda Martin boards a bus in the middle of a cold Chicago night with no luggage and only two thoughts: get the hell away from the crazed gunman who obliterated her office and locate the man responsible for her indictment – and make him pay. A small Texas town of Phoenix becomes her refuge as she assumes a new identity to rediscover who she was before all the power and money changed her. She intends it to be a temporary stop before searching for her ex-boyfriend who ensnarled her in his securities fraud scandal, but the flirtatious advances of a handsome cop fuels her struggles between building a life there with him and her desire for vengeance. Uncovering a forgotten murder ignites Amanda’s need for redemption, but also drives a wedge in her new relationship, and puts her in the line of fire of two people who will stop at nothing to keep the case cold.
Praise for PHOENIX:
 “I was mesmerized by this story from the adrenaline-charged beginning to the brain scrambling ending that left me dying for more. Kimberly Packard has created a fascinating and creative tale of suspense, duality, hope and love.” –JTB
“This story couldn’t have opened with a more exhilarating and heart thumping first chapter. The story lines of the various characters are so deep and how their lives intertwine keeps the reader glued to each page. Packard has delivered an incredible story of a search for redemption.” –Susan Sheehey
Don’t hesitate…snag your copy of PHOENIX today.
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