Welcome, Ana!
Tell us about your book.
Mortician, Lily Reynolds is used to seeing bodies, but not the type murdered in her own funeral home. As Detective James Rivers zeroes in on her as the town’s number one suspect she must rise above the accusations and rumors to solve the case herself while keeping her attraction to the troubled detective at bay.
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James has a past. The last time he let someone into his life she wound up dead. Vowing never to let that happen again he has sworn off dating for good. Until he meets Lily. In his gut he knows she’s not the murderer but pressure to solve the case puts him on the wrong trail while he struggles to keep Lily off the case.
Can she solve the case on her own or will their scandalous romance get in the way of proving her innocence?
Excerpt:
“That’s Detective James Rivers,” Abrams said. “He came all the way up from New York City to our little town in the scenic Hudson Valley. He’ll be the lead investigator on this case since I know you ladies will be frequent callers.”
“Let’s be clear, I’ve never called you,” Lily said. “It’s always been Shanna.”
Abrams gave her a coy smile. He seemed flattered by the idea.
“Nice to meet you, Detective Rivers,” Lily said, finally turning toward the man who approached them.
Her breath caught in her throat. She didn’t know what she had been expecting, but not this—the angelic face with large sky-blue eyes, pronounced cheekbones and silken black hair. The only part of him that matched her ideas of what detectives looked like were his tattooed arms. She should know; her dad had been a cop.
May he rest in peace.
But James’s tattoos weren’t subtle. Snakes slid up his arms, past his rolled-up shirtsleeves, coiling around his thick forearms and biceps. One corner of his mouth lifted as he caught her staring.
Speed Round:
Ice cream (favorite flavor)? Cookies and Cream
Coffee or tea or wine? Coffee
What does your desk look like? It’s pretty empty. I have a glass of water, my phone and sometimes a cat.
What is your writing vice or must-haves? Headphones, for all the distractions.
Where is your favorite place you’ve visited (or wish to visit)? I went to Bora Bora on my honeymoon.
What do you like to do when not writing? Gym or shopping.
Beach, lake, or mountains? Beach
You’re a new addition to the crayon box. What color would you be and why? Glittery silver because who doesn’t like a little sparkle?
What are you known for? Dark humor.
Morning rooster, night owl, or midday lark? Morning rooster
What comes first, character or plot (or other)? Character
How many hours a day (or week) do you write? As many as my brain will let me.
You’re on a desert island, besides essentials, what do you bring? A way to get off the island.