The Fallen Man takes us deep into the Pacific Northwest’s Olympic Peninsula for a gripping exploration of loyalty, betrayal, and the haunted landscapes of the human psyche. This romance novel revolves around Edward, a disillusioned ex-priest whose return to his hometown sets off a chain of events that threatens to unearth buried secrets and shatter fragile lives. Author Cat Treadgold’s narrative, which is rich with atmospheric detail and sharply drawn characters, draws the reader into a world where the past is never truly in the past, and redemption is a hard-earned prize. Treadgold’s prose ..read more

Love Hate Law by Mark M. Bello presents an engaging narrative set in the legal world, where the lives of two contrasting lawyers, Andrea and Michael, intertwine. Andrea, a dedicated lawyer from an average American background, is committed to representing the underdog. On the other hand, Michael, born into privilege and accustomed to the finest education, tends to gravitate towards financially lucrative corporate clients. Their differing approaches to law are challenged when they find themselves entangled in a high-profile case, leading to unexpected shifts in their career trajectories and pe ..read more

Cat Treadgold Author Interview The Changed Man follows a former CEO who leaves the family business to become a thriller author, causing some strain among family and friends. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? In Book 1 of this series, The Silent Woodsman, fraternal twins Joe and Jake have a rivalry that dates back to high school. Joe was a musician and a babe magnet from an early age. He matured earlier than Jake and was far more confident; that gave him a distinct advantage with the girls. Two incidents in particular caused their estrangement, and that plays heavily into th ..read more

Cat Treadgold’s novel, The Changed Man presents a compelling story revolving around Jake O’Connell. A figure of disruption, Jake attends his brother’s wedding in Port Townsend, signaling a departure from his previous life as a CEO in North Bend. The narrative delves into Jake’s transformation and his complex relationship with his family, particularly his twin, country singer Joe Bob Blade. Resentment lingers as Jake grapples with his past role in the family business, setting the foundation for an engaging tale. In Port Townsend, Jake inhabits a Victorian mansion, where his life appears conte ..read more

Laurie Elizabeth Murphy’s novel Dream Me Home: A Story of Betrayal, Infidelity, and Love embarks on its narrative journey as a gripping murder mystery. The story opens with Peggy, the protagonist, grappling with her own demise and reflecting on the disintegration of her once-idyllic life and marriage. Set against the backdrop of Florida’s glitz, the plot thickens as Peggy’s husband, a prominent plastic surgeon, finds himself at the center of a high-profile investigation into her mysterious death. The initial chapters promise an absorbing tale, with elements of betrayal and intrigue skillfull ..read more

Step into a world of intrigue and mystery in The New Neighbors, where Sophie’s life takes an unexpected turn with the arrival of enigmatic newcomers in the dead of night. Meet Sophie, a woman with a growing sense of unease about her new neighbors. Amid her own curiosity, she forms a unique bond with Matt, a teenager grappling with the tragic loss of his parents and adjusting to a new life under the care of his aunt and uncle. But it’s not long before Sophie’s unease deepens, and the atmosphere thickens with unsettling incidents that defy explanation. A pervasive sense of danger looms, leavin ..read more

Lena Gibson Author Interview The Wish follows a woman in an abusive marriage who has not spoken in two years and who travels back in time to try and change her future. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?  My mother was abused when I was a child. I was helpless to do anything about it, and it is something I have been working through. Also, I’ve often struggled to speak, though not to the same extent as Elizabeth. I have become one of the more experienced teachers on my staff and I often feel an obligation to speak up on important issues, even when ..read more

Lena Gibson’s The Wish elegantly melds the thrilling with the emotional, taking readers on a time-traveling journey that is as suspenseful as it is moving. After a heart-wrenching accident leaves Elizabeth mute for two years, a fervent wish catapults her from 2022 back to 2017. As she unravels her past and confronts the haunting reasons behind her boyfriend’s coma, she finds an unlikely ally in his enigmatic brother. Yet, as her wish is granted, a lurking threat in the form of a stalker casts a shadow on her newfound chance at happiness. Gibson masterfully narrates the tale across two timeli ..read more

KD Sherrinford Author Interview Song for Someone follows a young woman who, through her parents’ diaries, discovers the love story of an opera singer and the mysterious detective Sherlock Holmes. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? I was inspired to write my debut novel, Song for Someone, after visiting the Sherlock Holmes Museum on Baker Street in 2019. I remember it was just before lockdown. I had always been fascinated by the iconic character Irene Adler and felt disappointed when she failed to appear in any further episodes after A Scandal in Bohemia. Other ..read more

Bella Anderson, a recently retired university professor now facing the somber reality of widowhood, begins a new phase of life in the picturesque and tranquil setting of the Smoky Mountains. Inheriting her family’s charming cabin, she anticipates a peaceful existence, a gentle retirement amid the splendor of nature. This idyllic vision is shattered, however, when unexpected events thrust her into a world of crime, action, and danger, turning her once-peaceful haven into a foreboding landscape that challenges her in unexpected ways. In High on a Mountain, author Jacque Jacobs crafts a thrilli ..read more