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March 24, 2014
"DEADLY CATCH" NONINATED FOR RONE AWARD!
My first Mac McClellan Mystery, "Deadly Catch," has been nominated by InD'tale Magazine for a RONE Award! Please help send me to The Golden Nugget Hotel in Las Vegas this July by voting for "Deadly Catch." Voting is for ONE WEEK ONLY -- March 24 - 30.
Here's the url: http://www.indtale.com/2014-rone-awards
You don't have to subscribe to InD'tale to vote. Simply send an e-mail to: anasmith@indtale.com
Put "RONE Awards Voting" in the subject line, and the following info in the body of your message:
Category: Mystery
Title: Deadly Catch
Author: E. Michael Helms
That's all there is to it! I really appreciate your vote, and please help spread the word for me -- thanks! --Michael
Here's the url: http://www.indtale.com/2014-rone-awards
You don't have to subscribe to InD'tale to vote. Simply send an e-mail to: anasmith@indtale.com
Put "RONE Awards Voting" in the subject line, and the following info in the body of your message:
Category: Mystery
Title: Deadly Catch
Author: E. Michael Helms
That's all there is to it! I really appreciate your vote, and please help spread the word for me -- thanks! --Michael
March 19, 2014
KAREN-ANNE STEWART UP FOR RONE AWARDS!
My friend and fellow author, Karen-Anne Stewart has TWO books nominated for the RONE Awards, sponsored by InD'tale Magazine:
"Saving Rain" and "After the Rain"
They are part of Karen-Anne's "Rain" trilogy. Help me send her to The Golden Nugget Resort in Las Vegas, NV this July!
Go to: http://www.indtale.com/2014-rone-awards and vote:
Category: New Adult
Title: "Saving Rain" or, "After the Rain"
Author: Karen-Anne Stewart
Voting is going on NOW until March 23.
Or, send an e-mail to: anasmith@indtale.com and include the above information.
Remember, voting ends March 23! Karen-Anne is very deserving of this award, so PLEASE VOTE! Thanks, everyone! Michael
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"Saving Rain" and "After the Rain"
They are part of Karen-Anne's "Rain" trilogy. Help me send her to The Golden Nugget Resort in Las Vegas, NV this July!
Go to: http://www.indtale.com/2014-rone-awards and vote:
Category: New Adult
Title: "Saving Rain" or, "After the Rain"
Author: Karen-Anne Stewart
Voting is going on NOW until March 23.
Or, send an e-mail to: anasmith@indtale.com and include the above information.
Remember, voting ends March 23! Karen-Anne is very deserving of this award, so PLEASE VOTE! Thanks, everyone! Michael
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March 10, 2014
OF BLOOD AND BROTHERS NOMINATED FOR RONE AWARDS!
Exciting News! Of Blood & Brothers is Nominated for the RONE Awards!
03/10/2014
Vote for Of Blood and Brothers by E. Michael Helms in the RONE Awards/
Of Blood & Brothers was recently reviewed by In D'Tale Magazine and, because it received a high review rating, it has continued to the public voting phase for the RONE Awards (Readers Of Novel Excellence). This phase, which begins on March 10th, will open the award voting to readers and narrow the contestants down to 4 - 6 finalists per genre.
The voting is open only from March 10th - March 16th!
Please bookmark and share this link to help me move on to phase 3 and take home an award.
To vote, send an e-mail to: anasmith@indtale.com with the following information (it's ok to copy/paste):
Genre: American Historical
Book: Of Blood and Brothers: Book One - A Novel of the Civil War
Author: E Michael Helms
Voting for this book will be for one week only, so it is extremely important that you vote ASAP. Please also let your friends/relatives know!
Thanks, Michael
03/10/2014
Vote for Of Blood and Brothers by E. Michael Helms in the RONE Awards/
Of Blood & Brothers was recently reviewed by In D'Tale Magazine and, because it received a high review rating, it has continued to the public voting phase for the RONE Awards (Readers Of Novel Excellence). This phase, which begins on March 10th, will open the award voting to readers and narrow the contestants down to 4 - 6 finalists per genre.
The voting is open only from March 10th - March 16th!
Please bookmark and share this link to help me move on to phase 3 and take home an award.
To vote, send an e-mail to: anasmith@indtale.com with the following information (it's ok to copy/paste):
Genre: American Historical
Book: Of Blood and Brothers: Book One - A Novel of the Civil War
Author: E Michael Helms
Voting for this book will be for one week only, so it is extremely important that you vote ASAP. Please also let your friends/relatives know!
Thanks, Michael
March 5, 2014
NATIONWIDE RADIO APPEARANCE!
This Friday, March 7, from 11 p.m - Midnight Eastern Time, I'll be a guest on the Jim Bohannon Radio Show. His show airs on 500 stations nationwide! We will mainly be discussing DEADLY CATCH, the first book in my Mac McClellan Mystery series (Seventh Street Books).
If you have the time, please tune in and call with a comment or question (I'll need a lot of help filling up an entire hour!).
Here's the number to call:
1-866-505-4626
And here is the URL to find a station near you:
http://www.jimbotalk.net/stationfinde...
Thanks, and hope to see (hear) you there!
If you have the time, please tune in and call with a comment or question (I'll need a lot of help filling up an entire hour!).
Here's the number to call:
1-866-505-4626
And here is the URL to find a station near you:
http://www.jimbotalk.net/stationfinde...
Thanks, and hope to see (hear) you there!
February 27, 2014
Are Publishers Charging too much for E-books?
Are publishers hurting their authors and themselves by overpricing e-books? Ah, that is today’s question. To keep matters as simplified as possible, I’ll be using Amazon.com as the sole source of price reference while examining this question (prices as of 2/23/14, and subject to change). I’ll also be using my own published works and a few random self-published authors’ books, for comparison. I’ll throw myself to the lions to begin:
My first published book, THE PROUD BASTARDS (Simon & Schuster/Pocket) is currently priced at $8.09 for the mass market paperback version, and $7.69 for the Kindle edition. (Wow, a whopping 40-cents difference!)
My two-part Civil War historical saga, OF BLOOD AND BROTHERS (Koehler Books): Book One -- $13.79 trade paperback, $6.12 Kindle. Book Two -- $13.55 trade paperback, $7.96 Kindle.
DEADLY CATCH: A Mac McClellan Mystery (Seventh Street Books) -- $12.29 trade paper, $8.69 Kindle.
And now, a few self-published authors who are selling quite well:
BLACK ROSES -- Book 1: The Jessica Hart Series by Jenn Brink -- $13.50 trade paperback, $0.99 Kindle.
CERULEAN SEAS – Book 2: The Jessica Hart Series by Jenn Brink -- $13.39 trade paperback, $2.99 Kindle.
A DEAD RED CADILLAC by RP Dahlke -- $11.65 trade paperback, $2.99 Kindle.
A DEAD RED OLEANDER by RP Dahlke -- $11.66 trade paperback, $2.99 Kindle.
LICHGATES: Book One of The Grigmore Saga by S.M. Boyce -- $12.98 trade paperback, $2.99 Kindle.
TREASON: Book Two of The Grigmore Saga by S.M. Boyce -- $13.46 trade paperback, $3.99 Kindle. (Note: this author publishes under Acorn Valley Press; only her books are listed, that I could find. My apologies if I am mistaken by listing these books as self-published, but the prices are in line with this discussion, i.e., reasonable.)
I could go on and on, but I’m sure you are bored stiff by now, and I think you get the point. All the physical books are priced reasonably comparable, but there is a wide gap between the pricing of E-books. KUDOS to those publishers who ARE charging reasonable prices for their E-books! They are to be commended!
Many of these self-publishers have HUNDREDS of reviews, and I (along with many others) feel the reason is because so many traditional publishing houses (large, mid-size, and small) have refused to drop their prices for E-books. Think of the number of potential readers/reviews we traditionally published authors are missing out on! I for one wouldn't want to pay what most (not all, mind you) traditional publishers are asking for their e-books.
I personally consider it a rip-off!
Once the preliminary basic costs of E-books are set up (a minimal cost in the world of publishing), it’s practically all gravy from there. Most readers aren’t the least bit concerned with who the publisher is, only that they receive a quality product and a good bang for their buck. It’s my honest belief that mainstream publishers are cutting off their noses to spite their faces (how’s that for a cliché?).
By reducing prices for their E-books, I believe publishers (and authors by association) would rack up a lot more sales, money, and readers/reviews, ie. fan base potential! Think about it -- think long and hard!
I leave you with a VERY interesting and revealing article I came across: “Author Earnings” from The 7k Report. Here is the URL to this eye-opening and thought-provoking report:
http://authorearnings.com/the-report/
Do yourself a huge favor and read this. It’s rather lengthy, but worth every minute you spend reading, studying, and considering what it has to say.
Disclaimer: I am in no way, shape, or form affiliated with The 7k Report or the author of this article. I’m also not a self-publisher (yet). Thanks, and I hope this gives us all much food for thought!
**Look for "The Private War of Corporal Henson" coming in June 2014 from Stairway Press**
My first published book, THE PROUD BASTARDS (Simon & Schuster/Pocket) is currently priced at $8.09 for the mass market paperback version, and $7.69 for the Kindle edition. (Wow, a whopping 40-cents difference!)
My two-part Civil War historical saga, OF BLOOD AND BROTHERS (Koehler Books): Book One -- $13.79 trade paperback, $6.12 Kindle. Book Two -- $13.55 trade paperback, $7.96 Kindle.
DEADLY CATCH: A Mac McClellan Mystery (Seventh Street Books) -- $12.29 trade paper, $8.69 Kindle.
And now, a few self-published authors who are selling quite well:
BLACK ROSES -- Book 1: The Jessica Hart Series by Jenn Brink -- $13.50 trade paperback, $0.99 Kindle.
CERULEAN SEAS – Book 2: The Jessica Hart Series by Jenn Brink -- $13.39 trade paperback, $2.99 Kindle.
A DEAD RED CADILLAC by RP Dahlke -- $11.65 trade paperback, $2.99 Kindle.
A DEAD RED OLEANDER by RP Dahlke -- $11.66 trade paperback, $2.99 Kindle.
LICHGATES: Book One of The Grigmore Saga by S.M. Boyce -- $12.98 trade paperback, $2.99 Kindle.
TREASON: Book Two of The Grigmore Saga by S.M. Boyce -- $13.46 trade paperback, $3.99 Kindle. (Note: this author publishes under Acorn Valley Press; only her books are listed, that I could find. My apologies if I am mistaken by listing these books as self-published, but the prices are in line with this discussion, i.e., reasonable.)
I could go on and on, but I’m sure you are bored stiff by now, and I think you get the point. All the physical books are priced reasonably comparable, but there is a wide gap between the pricing of E-books. KUDOS to those publishers who ARE charging reasonable prices for their E-books! They are to be commended!
Many of these self-publishers have HUNDREDS of reviews, and I (along with many others) feel the reason is because so many traditional publishing houses (large, mid-size, and small) have refused to drop their prices for E-books. Think of the number of potential readers/reviews we traditionally published authors are missing out on! I for one wouldn't want to pay what most (not all, mind you) traditional publishers are asking for their e-books.
I personally consider it a rip-off!
Once the preliminary basic costs of E-books are set up (a minimal cost in the world of publishing), it’s practically all gravy from there. Most readers aren’t the least bit concerned with who the publisher is, only that they receive a quality product and a good bang for their buck. It’s my honest belief that mainstream publishers are cutting off their noses to spite their faces (how’s that for a cliché?).
By reducing prices for their E-books, I believe publishers (and authors by association) would rack up a lot more sales, money, and readers/reviews, ie. fan base potential! Think about it -- think long and hard!
I leave you with a VERY interesting and revealing article I came across: “Author Earnings” from The 7k Report. Here is the URL to this eye-opening and thought-provoking report:
http://authorearnings.com/the-report/
Do yourself a huge favor and read this. It’s rather lengthy, but worth every minute you spend reading, studying, and considering what it has to say.
Disclaimer: I am in no way, shape, or form affiliated with The 7k Report or the author of this article. I’m also not a self-publisher (yet). Thanks, and I hope this gives us all much food for thought!
**Look for "The Private War of Corporal Henson" coming in June 2014 from Stairway Press**
February 14, 2014
OF BLOOD AND BROTHERS: BOOK TWO is available now!
I just received word from the publisher that the second part of my Civil War/Reconstruction saga, "Of Blood and Brothers: Book Two" is available for sale (and reviews -- hint, hint!) NOW at Amazon.com!
Do a starving author a favor and check out the "Of Blood and Brothers" series. It's not just a book about a long ago war. It deals with family conflict, love of family and slaves who were considered and treated like family, and there is a romantic love story running throughout both volumes. It is historically accurate, and the women I've heard from have really enjoyed the story. Thanks!
Do a starving author a favor and check out the "Of Blood and Brothers" series. It's not just a book about a long ago war. It deals with family conflict, love of family and slaves who were considered and treated like family, and there is a romantic love story running throughout both volumes. It is historically accurate, and the women I've heard from have really enjoyed the story. Thanks!
February 12, 2014
7 Things Your Readers Want to See in Your Books
Used by permission of Ashley Lamar, Closed The Cover (www.closedthecover.com)
•The opening paragraph should be thrilling! Please, do not open with descriptions of the weather or the location. Do not open in the middle of a scene or a conversation. Do not open with a flashback. Readers aren't as concerned with the opening sentence as much as they are with the opening paragraph. We'll give you a paragraph to tell us why we should continue reading but a full paragraph that tells us how gray and cloudy the evening sky was or opens in the middle of dialogue that we can't follow isn't going to do it. Instead introduce your characters thoughts or dreams, set up a mission or purpose, or open with action.
•Don't tell the reader everything. I don't mean the "show don't tell" idiom although that's a true philosophy that should be followed; rather I mean to allow the reader to question the story. Give the reader ample opportunity to be curious and wonder about the who, what, where, when, why and how's of the story. It doesn't have to be a mystery novel to allow a reader's curiosity to flourish! Does your main female character have conflict with another minor character? Let readers wonder about their history for a while. Why are there hard feelings there? Hint at it but don't tell us outright. Let curiosity keep readers reading!
•Well-developed multi-dimensional characters. If you want your readers to know and love a character then you must know and love your character yourself! It doesn't have to be included in the novel but you, as the author, should understand your character's childhood, hobbies, talents, passions and dreams. You, the author, should know how many brothers, sisters, aunt, uncles and cousins your character has, when their birthday is and their favorite color. Sure, it might sound a bit mundane and pointless but when you know your character that intimately they will appear more authentic in your book and capture the heart of your readers.
•Accuracy! This is especially important if you are writing historical fiction or mysteries. I once read a historical fiction novel that referred to World War I beginning in 1908. Think about that for a second... If it was an alternate history then perhaps that would be acceptable but it is not acceptable in a historical fiction novel. If you are going to include facts in your book then it is your duty and obligation to make sure the facts are accurate. I will immediately stop reading any novel that is inaccurate when it comes to historical details. The same applies to mystery novels - any information or clue that is used to identify the perpetrator had better be accurate. Do not include forensic science if you can not accurately portray that science.
•The book should have a great cover. Every reader has heard the adage, "Don't judge a book by its cover" but all readers do it and some aren't even ashamed to admit it. Don't spend weeks, months, years working on a novel and then just slap some horrible graphic on it and think readers will be enticed to read it. They won't. Readers look at the cover before they read the synopsis. If the cover is anything less than stellar readers will have doubts. It's a harsh truth. Oh, and PLEASE, unless it's an erotic novel keep your characters clothed! Better yet, don't put characters on the cover. I say this only based off of a recent conversation with book-reading friends who have all agreed a symbolic cover is better than a character cover.
•At least a little bit of predictability. Do you remember the theme song to that tv series, "Full House"? It started out with, "Whatever happened to predictability? The milkman, the paper boy, evening TV?" That truth still applies. Yes, you can be creative, take liberties and try to write an unpredictable novel but give readers some predictability. Consider the Song of Fire and Ice (Game of Thrones) series by George R.R. Martin, he broke away from predictability when he beheaded Lord Stark and later killed other prominent characters in the "Red Wedding" scene. He also has maintained some levels of predictability with battle victories, the lives of children and other magic. When the novel is entirely unpredictable it becomes overwhelming and readers will be turned off.
•An ending that fits the novel. I have heard from many authors who said that at some point during the writing process the characters took on a life of their own and the story ended in a way that even the author didn't expect in the beginning. That doesn't happen with every author but it does happen to some. If it happens to you, let it. There is nothing worse than reading 400 pages of a great novel only to have a terrible ending that feels forced and disconnected. This happens when an author tries to force a story to fit a preconceived ending idea instead of letting the story tell itself. Don't force the story and if the ending doesn't fit - change it!
•The opening paragraph should be thrilling! Please, do not open with descriptions of the weather or the location. Do not open in the middle of a scene or a conversation. Do not open with a flashback. Readers aren't as concerned with the opening sentence as much as they are with the opening paragraph. We'll give you a paragraph to tell us why we should continue reading but a full paragraph that tells us how gray and cloudy the evening sky was or opens in the middle of dialogue that we can't follow isn't going to do it. Instead introduce your characters thoughts or dreams, set up a mission or purpose, or open with action.
•Don't tell the reader everything. I don't mean the "show don't tell" idiom although that's a true philosophy that should be followed; rather I mean to allow the reader to question the story. Give the reader ample opportunity to be curious and wonder about the who, what, where, when, why and how's of the story. It doesn't have to be a mystery novel to allow a reader's curiosity to flourish! Does your main female character have conflict with another minor character? Let readers wonder about their history for a while. Why are there hard feelings there? Hint at it but don't tell us outright. Let curiosity keep readers reading!
•Well-developed multi-dimensional characters. If you want your readers to know and love a character then you must know and love your character yourself! It doesn't have to be included in the novel but you, as the author, should understand your character's childhood, hobbies, talents, passions and dreams. You, the author, should know how many brothers, sisters, aunt, uncles and cousins your character has, when their birthday is and their favorite color. Sure, it might sound a bit mundane and pointless but when you know your character that intimately they will appear more authentic in your book and capture the heart of your readers.
•Accuracy! This is especially important if you are writing historical fiction or mysteries. I once read a historical fiction novel that referred to World War I beginning in 1908. Think about that for a second... If it was an alternate history then perhaps that would be acceptable but it is not acceptable in a historical fiction novel. If you are going to include facts in your book then it is your duty and obligation to make sure the facts are accurate. I will immediately stop reading any novel that is inaccurate when it comes to historical details. The same applies to mystery novels - any information or clue that is used to identify the perpetrator had better be accurate. Do not include forensic science if you can not accurately portray that science.
•The book should have a great cover. Every reader has heard the adage, "Don't judge a book by its cover" but all readers do it and some aren't even ashamed to admit it. Don't spend weeks, months, years working on a novel and then just slap some horrible graphic on it and think readers will be enticed to read it. They won't. Readers look at the cover before they read the synopsis. If the cover is anything less than stellar readers will have doubts. It's a harsh truth. Oh, and PLEASE, unless it's an erotic novel keep your characters clothed! Better yet, don't put characters on the cover. I say this only based off of a recent conversation with book-reading friends who have all agreed a symbolic cover is better than a character cover.
•At least a little bit of predictability. Do you remember the theme song to that tv series, "Full House"? It started out with, "Whatever happened to predictability? The milkman, the paper boy, evening TV?" That truth still applies. Yes, you can be creative, take liberties and try to write an unpredictable novel but give readers some predictability. Consider the Song of Fire and Ice (Game of Thrones) series by George R.R. Martin, he broke away from predictability when he beheaded Lord Stark and later killed other prominent characters in the "Red Wedding" scene. He also has maintained some levels of predictability with battle victories, the lives of children and other magic. When the novel is entirely unpredictable it becomes overwhelming and readers will be turned off.
•An ending that fits the novel. I have heard from many authors who said that at some point during the writing process the characters took on a life of their own and the story ended in a way that even the author didn't expect in the beginning. That doesn't happen with every author but it does happen to some. If it happens to you, let it. There is nothing worse than reading 400 pages of a great novel only to have a terrible ending that feels forced and disconnected. This happens when an author tries to force a story to fit a preconceived ending idea instead of letting the story tell itself. Don't force the story and if the ending doesn't fit - change it!
February 4, 2014
Great Review of DEADLY CATCH from Dianne of Tome Tender!
Dianne's review
Feb 03, 14
5 of 5 stars
bookshelves: 1-in-series, adult-fiction, murder-mystery, mystery, own, recommended, thriller-mystery, well-developed-characters
Read in February, 2014 — I own a copy
For most people, taking a relaxing fishing vacation, is just that, relaxing, but for retired Marine, Mac McClellan, his first cast of the day nets him more trouble than he could have imagined. On the end of his line wasn’t the prize catch of the day, but a badly decomposing body and the sharks are circling as he becomes a suspect in the murder of a local small town girl. Something’s rotten in the small Florida fishing town and Mac isn’t sure who he can trust, but one thing’s certain, he didn’t survive active duty and a divorce to end up accused of a crime he didn’t commit. With an uneasy alliance with a local Sheriff, Mac becomes an unofficial investigator to discover who is setting him up and why. What he discovers is bigger than anyone could have imagined and the players hold enough power to get him killed.
Deadly Catch by author E. Michael Helms is filled with his signature flair for detail that places the reader directly in the thick of the action without slowing down the flow. Scents, sights and sounds come alive through his words. Mac’s character has the confidence of a career marine, who boldly, if not a little blindly stumbles through his investigation while we have the pleasure of sharing his thought process and actions minus the bullseye clearly painted on his back. What mystery is complete without a romantic interest? Mac is no James Bond, so down-to-earth Kate is the perfect match for him, but will their budding romance last? Only Mac, Kate and E. Michael Helms know for sure.
Written without excessive gore, but filled with conflict, deceit, some small town charm, and a dash of subtle humor, Deadly Catch is a firm foundation to a new series and great way to escape into a good mystery that will find you riding the twists and turns while trying to figure out who-dun-it!
Series: Mac McClellan Mysteries, Book One
Publication Date: November 12, 2013
Publisher: Seventh Street Books
ISBN: 1616148675
Genre: Adult Mystery
Number of Pages: 210
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
Feb 03, 14
5 of 5 stars
bookshelves: 1-in-series, adult-fiction, murder-mystery, mystery, own, recommended, thriller-mystery, well-developed-characters
Read in February, 2014 — I own a copy
For most people, taking a relaxing fishing vacation, is just that, relaxing, but for retired Marine, Mac McClellan, his first cast of the day nets him more trouble than he could have imagined. On the end of his line wasn’t the prize catch of the day, but a badly decomposing body and the sharks are circling as he becomes a suspect in the murder of a local small town girl. Something’s rotten in the small Florida fishing town and Mac isn’t sure who he can trust, but one thing’s certain, he didn’t survive active duty and a divorce to end up accused of a crime he didn’t commit. With an uneasy alliance with a local Sheriff, Mac becomes an unofficial investigator to discover who is setting him up and why. What he discovers is bigger than anyone could have imagined and the players hold enough power to get him killed.
Deadly Catch by author E. Michael Helms is filled with his signature flair for detail that places the reader directly in the thick of the action without slowing down the flow. Scents, sights and sounds come alive through his words. Mac’s character has the confidence of a career marine, who boldly, if not a little blindly stumbles through his investigation while we have the pleasure of sharing his thought process and actions minus the bullseye clearly painted on his back. What mystery is complete without a romantic interest? Mac is no James Bond, so down-to-earth Kate is the perfect match for him, but will their budding romance last? Only Mac, Kate and E. Michael Helms know for sure.
Written without excessive gore, but filled with conflict, deceit, some small town charm, and a dash of subtle humor, Deadly Catch is a firm foundation to a new series and great way to escape into a good mystery that will find you riding the twists and turns while trying to figure out who-dun-it!
Series: Mac McClellan Mysteries, Book One
Publication Date: November 12, 2013
Publisher: Seventh Street Books
ISBN: 1616148675
Genre: Adult Mystery
Number of Pages: 210
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
January 20, 2014
WiLoveBooks gives "DEADLY CATCH" Great 5-Star Review!
Brinda's Review: http://wilovebooks.blogspot.com/
I was drawn into this book from the first sentence "The First cast of the day turned my dream vacation into a nightmare." It is written in first person from the point of view of Mac McClellan and the style is sort of casual and laid back. A comfortable read. Mac is a likeable character. He is just trying to relax on vacation before figuring out what to do with his life and he gets pulled into a mystery involving murder and drugs. The mystery has enough going on to keep you guessing. Held my interest to the end. There is also a bit of romance which fit perfectly into the story. I look forward to more Mac McClellan mysteries.
My Rating: *****
Steam Factor: !!
I was drawn into this book from the first sentence "The First cast of the day turned my dream vacation into a nightmare." It is written in first person from the point of view of Mac McClellan and the style is sort of casual and laid back. A comfortable read. Mac is a likeable character. He is just trying to relax on vacation before figuring out what to do with his life and he gets pulled into a mystery involving murder and drugs. The mystery has enough going on to keep you guessing. Held my interest to the end. There is also a bit of romance which fit perfectly into the story. I look forward to more Mac McClellan mysteries.
My Rating: *****
Steam Factor: !!
January 19, 2014
BOUND 4 ESCAPE FEATURING "DEADLY CATCH" TODAY!
Today, January 19, Bound 4 Escape is featuring a review of "Deadly Catch: A Mac McClellan Mystery." Please visit www.bound4escape.com to read the review and enter the giveaway for autographed copies of "Deadly Catch"!
Full details of the schedule and giveaway entry can be found at Closed The Cover: http://www.closedthecover.com/deadly-...
Full details of the schedule and giveaway entry can be found at Closed The Cover: http://www.closedthecover.com/deadly-...
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