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December 1, 2024

We Become Ravens Final Edits Complete

Hello Book Friends,

It's been a busy week, but I can confirm that the final edits for We Become Ravens have been approved—yippee! The book is now in the formatting stage, but once it is done, it will be ready for ARCs. Keep your eyes on my social media sites for updates as it will go out on NetGalley and through the Hot Tree Influencer Program if you have applied for this. If you have not applied and this sounds like something you would love to be part of, then check out their website:
https://sites.google.com/hottreepubli...

I will also be contacting some lucky readers through Instagram to receive paperback copies when I get my hands on them.

In the meantime, here's a reminder of what We Become Ravens is all about.

What can the man convicted of killing your brother possibly want if he doesn’t desire forgiveness?

Evangeline Bransby’s world is thrown into turmoil when she receives an unexpected invite from Valdemar Montresor, the man convicted of killing her twin brother ten years ago.

Within the ominous walls of Monroe Penitentiary, Evangeline is beguiled by Valdemar, a man wrapped in darkness and danger yet with a seductive allure she cannot ignore.

As he reveals the secrets of the Raven Hands and the truth behind her brother’s death, Evangeline finds herself caught between the dream world and reality—where the dead are restless and intent on being heard.

Evangeline must seek the truth to unravel the mystery that binds her to Valdemar and discover the power within herself to see beyond the veil of death.

Can she be the saviour, or will she perish in the arms of the man who shattered her world?

Woven with the macabre echoes of Edgar Allan Poe, We Become Ravens is a haunting tale of forbidden romance, dangerous liaisons, and ghostly nightmares.

Have a great reading week.
Maria
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Published on December 01, 2024 02:47

November 20, 2024

We Become Ravens Cover has been REVEALED!

Be sure to visit my Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok sites to check out the cover reveal for We Become Ravens. She is a beauty!
Alternatively, check out the cover on Amazon and preorder your copy at the same time.
Here is the blurb as a reminder of what We Become Ravens is all about. 🐦‍⬛ And don't forget to add We Become Ravens to your Goodreads TBR.

Paranormal gothic romance WE BECOME RAVENS releases March 20th.
Preorder today!
⮕ Amazon: https://readerlinks.com/l/4395498
⮕ All links: https://books2read.com/webecomeravens

What can the man convicted of killing your brother possibly want if he doesn’t desire forgiveness?

Evangeline Bransby’s world is thrown into turmoil when she receives an unexpected invite from Valdemar Montresor, the man convicted of killing her twin brother ten years ago.

Within the ominous walls of Monroe Penitentiary, Evangeline is beguiled by Valdemar, a man wrapped in darkness and danger yet with a seductive allure she cannot ignore.

As he reveals the secrets of the Raven Hands and the truth behind her brother’s death, Evangeline finds herself caught between the dream world and reality—where the dead are restless and intent on being heard.

Evangeline must seek the truth to unravel the mystery that binds her to Valdemar and discover the power within herself to see beyond the veil of death.

Can she be the saviour, or will she perish in the arms of the man who shattered her world?

Woven with the macabre echoes of Edgar Allan Poe, We Become Ravens is a haunting tale of forbidden romance, dangerous liaisons, and ghostly nightmares.
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Published on November 20, 2024 09:24

November 15, 2024

Cover Reveal Coming Soon!

Keep your eyes peeled for the cover reveal of We Become Ravens, which is due to be unveiled next week. I'm so excited to share the cover, which took a great deal of work to get right. I have the lovely BookSmith Designs to thank for the wonderful final cover.
The cover reveal will be on all my social media, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, and if you follow Hot Tree Publishing, it will also be on their social media. Don't miss it!
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Published on November 15, 2024 03:48

November 9, 2024

Press Release for New Gothic Romance

Hot Tree Publishing Announces "We Become Ravens"—A Haunting Tale of Forbidden Love and Redemption
Step into a world where love defies darkness, and destiny weaves a dangerous path through hidden truths.
By: Hot Tree Publishing

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GYMPIE, Australia - Oct. 28, 2024 - PRLog -- Hot Tree Publishing is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of We Become Ravens by acclaimed author Maria Dean. Set against the atmospheric backdrop of Amontillado, We Become Ravens lures readers into a world of dark enchantment, forbidden desires, and deadly secrets.

We Become Ravens introduces Evangeline Bransby, a journalist whose pursuit of the truth becomes deeply personal when she faces Valdemar Montresor, leader of the Raven Hands—and the man responsible for her twin brother's death. As their paths intertwine in Monroe Penitentiary, Evangeline is torn between her drive for vengeance and an undeniable, forbidden connection to Valdemar, whose dark magnetism only intensifies as his secrets unravel. Amid haunted dreams and dangerous revelations, their bond defies logic, thrusting Evangeline into a role she never expected, testing her heart and her fate in ways she could never have foreseen.

Embracing a blend of Gothic allure, fated mates, and a passionate "villain gets the girl" trope, We Become Ravens is a captivating tale of fate, loyalty, and love. As the story unfolds, readers are drawn into a sinister romance full of mystery, dark magic, and powerful forces beyond their control.

Acquisitions Editor, Kristin Scearce, commented on the upcoming release, saying, "Maria Dean crafts a story that masterfully explores the tension between light and dark, innocence and desire. We Become Ravens is a breathtaking journey through Amontillado's shadowed corners and the consuming pull of love that both defies and redeems. It's a novel that will leave readers haunted long after the final page."

About the Author
Maria Dean (https://authormariadean.com/) is an author from Yorkshire, England, where she lives with her husband, two boys, and her faithful Boston terrier. Her short stories have appeared in various publications and range from fantasy to science fiction and the supernatural, but for the long haul, her heart remains rooted in romance novels.

Availability
We Become Ravens will be available on March 20, 2025, via online retailers and in eBook formats. For more information, exclusive excerpts, and pre-order details, please visit Hot Tree Publishing's website (https://www.hottreepublishing.com).

Join Evangeline Bransby on a passionate descent into the world of the Raven Hands, where love, fate, and the haunting truths of the past intertwine in an unforgettable gothic romance.

Contact
Lori Greis
***@hottreepublishing.com

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Published on November 09, 2024 04:07