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Hero Interview! Meet Deven McLendon from J'nell Ciesielski's "Night Fox" (The Highlanders Romance Collection)

Welcome to the second in a series of interviews I'm hosting with heroes from the four novellas in Smitten's new romance collection THE HIGHLANDERS which just released on November 15th. Today I welcome our hero, Deven McLendon from J'nell Ciesielski's Night Fox. You'll adore him!
Night Fox
After the failed Jacobite Rebellion of 1715, war-weary Deven McLendon returns home to discover a thief creating chaos on his lands. But this thief isn't like any other. When Rooney Corsen sets out to steal jewels to repay her family’s debts and keep a roof over her little sisters’ heads, never does she imagine snagging the laird's heart instead.
Meet Highlander Hero Deven McLendon
Purchase LinkMRW - Hello, and thank you for taking time from your duties to meet with me, Deven, or should I call you m’laird—or Lord Glèidh— as so many know you by that title?
Deven - Deven or m’laird if ye must. The Lord Glèidh title is not one I’m accustomed to at the now. Seems as if it stills belongs to my father before he fell in battle fighting to put the Stuarts back on the throne.
MRW - You’ve shared your story in full with Mrs. Ciesielsi, so I hope you won’t mind my asking you again about your home and lands and what brought you back to them, if it isn’t too painful.
Deven - Pain is part of life. I willna take the coward’s way and run from it. My family settled these lands centuries ago in one of the bonniest parts of these western Highlands. When the call came from our clan chieftain to take up arms against the German usurper sitting on the English throne, the McLendons dinna back down. We fought with honor and many lives lost, including that of my own father. After losing the war, we were hunted men until eventually being pardoned to return to our homes. Years had passed since I stepped foot on my beloved Strathmoore, and now I do so as her new laird.
MRW - You seem to have settled back into the order of things there in Scotland, but I know from your story, all was not done easily. You’d no more returned when you were met with some trouble—some thievery going on. And the thief had the habit of leaving something behind after each heist. Can you tell us about that? If it isn’t giving away too much, can you tell us a tiny bit about your first encounter with this one they called the Night Fox?
Deven - Aye, that wee thief. You wouldna think so much trouble could be gained by a slip of a thing, but dinna let the size fool ye. She flies into yer window, paws through yer valuables, and then leaves her calling card of a foxtail bundle. I should’ve kenned it was her the first time I saw the prickly ends clinging to her skirts, but that red mane gleaming like an autumn sunset had my wits at a disadvantage. Of course, the first time I beheld her she was concealed in a cloak of black and crouched on my window sill. Lad, I called her. If I’d only known.
MRW - What were your hopes for Strathmoore at this time? 
Deven - Upon becoming laird of Strathmoore, I inherited years worth of debt. It’ll take careful management for her to become the shining jewel she once was, but I’m prepared for the hard work. She will be a beacon of protection and justice for all who live on or near her lands. I only hope to probe myself worthy as her master.
MRW - With so many things demanding your attention, you also found yourself coming to a young woman’s aid in the village. Miss Rooney Corsen, I believe. There was a bit of rumpus going on, some accusations—something about her father. Do you recall that incident? Tell us what you were thinking during that meeting, if you remember.
Deven - Aye, there was something about her father and debts, but it’s not my place to speak for another man. Nor will I condemn those left in his scurrilous shadow, which includes Miss Corsen. She proved herself to be a hard worker, brave, and proud. I admire a lass with such character.
MRW - You seemed to continue crossing paths with Miss Corsen. In fact, you came to her aid again later on. What troubles did you find her in? Why did you feel compelled to assist her?
Deven - The lass is always in trouble though she willna admit to it. Stubborn as a stake in the ground, that one. In the beginning I felt honor bound to help her as is my duty as laird. Everything that happens on my lands, good or bad, is under my supervision and I dare not take the task lightly. Why continue to help her, ye might ask? Weel, let’s just say she may have captured something of mine that no other lass had been able to.
MRW - Who is Sir Leslie, by the way? And do tell us a bit about Miss Logan. Didn’t she also have news to share about the Night Fox’s escapades? It seems his fame was spreading far and wide. You might even say the Night Fox was becoming legendary. Why was that?
Deven - Those two, bah! Like sore teeth I couldna wait to extract. Unless ye wish to see my blood boil, we’ll go to the next question.
MRW - From all you’ve told us so far, it sounds like you had your hands very full, and everyone had expectations of you. And in the thick of it was this problem of trying to catch the elusive Night Fox. Quite a merry game of chase the two of you played, it seems. If it won’t give too much away to readers, can you tell us when you first started suspecting who the culprit might be?
Deven - From first we met the Fox led me on a merry chase. The Fox has a distinct way of moving, a way that nearly looked like … nay, I willna be telling ye the way my redheaded lassie moves, but ‘tis uncanny the similarities.
MRW - The tale of The Night Fox is quite a romp, though I’m sure you’re glad to have put it to rest. What was it like, revealing your story to Mrs. Ciesielski? Did you spill it all at once, or did it take deep recollection?
Deven - I tell ye true, the recollection is nay far from my mind what with the mischief it wrought. How could I so easily forget a redheaded scamp climbing through my window? A scamp who now sits at my side making sure I dinna forget any detail. She loves pointing out how canty she is in all of this. Without her prodding, I never would have agreed to this interview as I’ve more important things to do in the village, but I canna tell my wee fox no.
MRW - Thank you again for joining me today, Deven. I’m sure readers will be as swept away into your story as the Night Fox was when spying a chance at a precious, rare broach. Best wishes to you and to all in fair Strathmoore.
Now Meet the Author
Believing she was born in the wrong era, J’nell Ciesielski spends her days writing heart-stopping heroes, brave heroines, and adventurous exploits in times gone by. Winner of the Romance Through the Ages contest and Maggie Award, J’nell can often be found dreaming of a second home in Scotland, indulging in chocolate of any kind, or watching old black and white movies. Born a Florida girl, she now calls Virginia home, along with her very understanding husband, young daughter, and one lazy beagle.
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Hero Interview! Meet Grant Cummings from Janet Grunst's "The Year Without a Summer" (The Highlanders Romance Collection)

Welcome to a series of interviews I'm hosting with heroes from the four novellas in Smitten's new romance collection THE HIGHLANDERS which releases November 15th. Today I welcome my first guest, a true and steady highlander, Grant Cummings from Janet Grunst's The Year Without a Summer. 
The Year Without a Summer
Shoved off his family’s land in Scotland in 1816, Grant Cummings looks for work in Ulster, Ireland. He needs money and a home to raise his young brother. Molly MacGregor loses her father and his income, but she has no time to grieve as she sews and spins to earn enough to keep her and her young brother alive. Renting out the hut on their land might be the answer, but only if she can overcome her prejudice against the handsome Highlander who moves in. Her heart might soften toward him, but not when he plans to set sail for America.
Meet Highlander Hero Grant Cummings
Buy LinkWR - Hello, Grant, it’s a pleasure to meet you. Thank you for your willingness to talk to me today. You seemed like a very straight-forward man. Were you as straight-forward when you sat down to share your story with Ms. Grunst so she could write it for all to read? How did that go? Was it easy to pour out, or did she have to wheedle it out of you, if you don’t mind my asking?
Grant - Well Mistress Musch, I'm honored ye have taken an interest. Bein a forthright fellow, there’s was nae problem telling Ms. Grunst. She had an understandin of the conditions in the Highlands and in Ireland and was curious how I came to ken Molly MacGregor and her brother Scott.
WR - I found the tale of you and your brother Keith’s adventure very interesting. First off tell us about yourself and your background. I understand you’re from Tullochgorum, south of Inverness. What brought you to Fort Augustus?
Grant - Aye, Keith and I are from Tullochgorum, near the River Spey in the Cairngorm Mountains. The family has lived thereabouts for generations. I came tae Fort Augustus because 'twould be foolish tae remain in Tullochgorum and be at the mercy of the local laird like my pa working in the linen mills so I studied and trained as a builder.
WR - That was foresightful of you to go into construction. Tell me more about this Caledonian canal project going on.
Grant - When I heard the Scottish engineer, Thomas Telford was constructing the Caledonian canal to connect the eastern coast near Inverness with the west coast near Fort William, I was eager to join that project. The canal is to run about sixty miles through several lochs in the Great Glen and will have near 30 locks when it is complete.
WR - You didn’t stay in Fort Augustus, though did you? You received some distressing news. Would you be willing to share what that was?
Grant - Aye, my widowed ma took ill, so I needed to return home. Could nae help but worry about her and my younger brother, Keith. The laddie was but eight and sure to be frightened.
WR - When you returned to Tullochgorum, you found a request waiting for you. What did you think when you read your ma’s letter?
Grant - Ma wanted me tae take Keith to where her sister Katherine lived in Northern Ireland. Ma suggested I find work there so Katherine could care for Keith. Since the laddie was so young, returning tae work on the canal and not bein able tae care fer him seemed unwise. Better tae find employment that would keep us together.
WR - Tell us a little bit about your aunt Katherine. She seems like a very interesting woman—and she seemed to have some ideas that might help when you and Keith arrived on her doorstep.
Grant - Katherine is a strong but kindly woman. She and her family left Scotland and settled in Aghadowey years ago. My aunt had asked Ma tae join her when my pa died but she chose tae continue being a spinner and crofter in the Highlands.
WR - It was aunt Katherine who introduced you to a certain young lady who intended to rent to a boarder. Can you share a little bit of your first reaction upon meeting Molly MacGregor and her brother Scott? And what did her reaction seem to be upon meeting you?
Grant - I met the lass at my aunt’s church, and the sight of her took my breath away. Scott and Keith took to each other immediately. Mistress MacGregor was reserved, all business and not eager to let to Highlanders.
WR - Was that a common opinion about Highlanders in Aghadowey? Tell us a little about that, and how you dealt with it.
Grant - Aghadowey is a small village and most folks were friendly. Many Scots from the lowlands had had settled in the area, so perhaps they were nae familiar with Highlanders.
WR - Did your landlady share these opinions?
Grant - (chuckles and rubs his chin) Molly MacGregor had some definite ideas about Highlanders—none of them good. She had wee interest in letting out her hut to Highlanders. But she was desperate.
WR - I see...well, who is Séamus Macaulay? Someone you get on with well together?
Grant - The Macaulay chap had a mind to marry Molly, but she was nae keen on him. He was a bit overbearing. The lass was not shy about sharing her disdain of Macaulay or Highlanders.
WR - Molly has some special skills that she uses to bring in extra money, and you made a kind gesture toward her to help her with the work she does. It was a very warm and touching scene. But Molly was dealing with some external anxiety that had to do with the crops and landlords. Can you tell us a little about that problem?
Grant - Molly was a spinner for the local mill and a very fine seamstress. As in the Highlands, the changing circumstances with the landlords was impacting the local mill workers, so she had to make some life-changing decisions for Scott and her.
WR - Can you tell us a little about that problem that had a lot to do with the title of the story?
Grant - (grins and shakes his head) Only time will tell.
WR -  Thanks, Grant, that's a good note to end on. I loved the beautiful, romantic conclusion to your story—which in some ways, is only just the beginning. It speaks to many of us with Scottish or Irish roots. I’m sure readers will be warmed and delighted as well.
Now Meet the Author

Janet is a wife, mother of two sons, and grandmother of eight who lives in the historic triangle of Virginia (Williamsburg, Jamestown, Yorktown) with her husband. Her debut novel, A Heart Set Free was a Selah Award winner. A Heart For Freedom was a Christian Indie Award winner. A lifelong student of history, her love of writing fiction grew out of a desire to share stories that communicate the truths of the Christian faith, as well as entertain, bring inspiration, and encouragement to the reader.
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Resting and Recuperating; Feeling Thankful; 99¢ Novel Deals

Resting and Recuperating 
I'm writing to you from my recovery lounge (read: recliner). That's not really so unusual. It's where I usually write, but this time I'm on strict doctor's orders to lie low for a couple weeks while I recover from surgery. Turns out that, after many years, they discovered a hole/hernia in my diaphragm that needed patching up. I might not have ever known, except it gave me some real trouble back in July and threatened to do so again. So last week I went "under the knife" as we like to call it in the Musch household (too many reruns of Last of the Mohicans). They fixed up an umbilical hernia while they were in there and removed a lypoma that had been bothering me on my arm for over a decade. I've got little slices and dices all over the place!
~~~THANKFUL~~~I'm SO thankful for what modern medicine can do. I had a similar umbilical surgery years ago that felt way more invasive. Jeff and I always thank our doctors and nurses for using the gifts and talents God blessed them with along with their training to care for people. We try to encourage them and let them know their work is greatly appreciated. It's a great reminder that "every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights in whom there is no variation, nor shadow do to change" -James 1:17.~~~~~My publisher surprised me with this sale on  Mist O'er the Voyageur . It's been a long time since they've offered this deal. It's a good time to send a few copies to friends. (Maybe you know someone else who's recuperating from surgery or illness.)  The first two books in my  Echoes of the Heart  series are on sale too. Book Three just released in August and concludes the series with a big heart tug.
BOTH OF THESE DEALS LAST THROUGH TOMORROW, NOVEMBER 1ST.



Feeling thankful and blessed,Naomi

Summer Inspy Giveaway, 25+ Books, an eReader, & more FREE Reads

Today, I have a fun surprise I’d like to share with you.
I’ve teamed up with 25+ fantastic authors to give away a huge collection of Inspy Romances to 2 lucky winners, PLUS a brand new eReader to the Grand Prize winner!

Oh, and did I mention you'll receive a collection of FREE reads just for entering?

"The Brightest Hope" Release Week ~ I'm throwing a party!

You're invited to my virtual launch party this Friday, on Facebook,from 10 am-8 pm central time (11-9 eastern).
Details at the end of the post.A rhythm of Hope beats deep in the heart of every human being. Sometimes, we get discouraged when our hopes do not come to fruition--at least in our time frame. Other times, we hope for the wrong things. Things we might regret longing for later. But always there is that right and true hope that, when it blooms brightly, brings us unspeakable joy. Scripture tells us "Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a desire fulfilled is a tree of life" (Proverbs 13:12).

With that thought, I present to you  The Brightest Hope , my third and final novel in the Echoes of the Heart series, set in post-WWI Wisconsin, 1924. Here's what two other authors of that time period say about the story:

"With a deft pen, Naomi Musch delivers a unique story of loss and redemption with a grace much needed in this difficult world. War leaves destruction in its wake, not only in the trenches but tearing at the hearts of those left behind, yet The Brightest Hope offers just that. Hope. Hope in love. Hope in faith. And hope in second chances."
    ~ J'nell Ciesielski, award-winning author of Among the Poppies.

"The Brightest Hope successfully captures the energy of the 1920s, with characters striving for a brighter future amid rapid social change and lingering memories of the Great War. This engaging story of love, loss, and second chances will lift your spirit and touch your heart."
   ~Jennifer Lamont Leo, author of You're the Cream in My Coffee and Ain't Misbehavin'
 READ AN EXCERPT HERE
ABOUT THE BOOK:Five years after the Great War...

Holly Allen is a well-adjusted war widow with a knack for running the family press. She's over the days of waiting for a white knight to ride in and sweep her away from her cares. Besides, if Hugh Phelps is a knight, he's certainly a black one—with his prison record, personal demons, and the ghosts of war that haunt him. When Holly hires Hugh, despite her reservations, it isn't long before she sees the man he could really be, and as Hugh finds his niche at Allen's Printing, he finds his lady boss equally appealing. Despite their attraction, however, Holly won't let herself fall for a faithless man, and Hugh isn't on gracious terms with God. Then, just when new beginnings seem possible, old heartaches from the war come calling. Now it might only be in letting go of everything dear that they both discover what real love is. 
The first two books in the series currently remain on sale for $2.99 each. The Brightest Hope is still available at the pre-order price also, but will go up soon.
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About That Party
The Brightest Hope book launch party runs from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. central time, Friday August 2nd. I will be most active from 10 a.m.-noon. and 6-8 p.m., but I will pop in and out during the entire day to chit-chat. The party theme (maybe obviously?) is HOPE. Updated information will be posted on the party page. There will be prize drawings for books, AND...

This needs a drum roll ~~~~~~

I'm having a special guest! My own sweet cover model and photographer Jessamyn Gehl will join me sometime during the early segment. We hope to make it a live interview (praying for no techno-glitches!) She's a little nervous about it, but she's bubbly by nature, so I think you'll be entertained. :)

I hope you can take part!
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Dickens Would Be Pleased ~ A Review of The Seamstress by Allison Pittman

Allison Pittman has written a fabulous work of historical fiction set during the French Revolution, in which she uniquely portrays the revolution from the years leading up to and during the event, and from both inside Paris and in the outlying French countryside.


I had to wait a few days to write this review. I had to take it in—the story, the bigness, the voices of the characters. This ambitious novel is what I would classify as real literature, told from the points of view of cousins, one in first person, one in third. The first-person point of view almost prevented me from picking up the book, not because I’m against first person, it’s just not my favorite. HOWEVER, Ms. Pittman not only wrote the first-person voice beautifully, she moved seamlessly between the first and third character, giving a whole new depth of perspective to the story.
I also loved that all the characters are flawed, some in big obvious ways, others more subtly, yet even the subtle flaws have huge impact on their lives. They are human. So human in fact, that this is only the second story in a long time to make me cry.
People, it's SO GOOD.
The Seamstress is based upon a minor character in Charles Dickens A Tale of Two Cities. I believe Mr. Dickens would be pleased to be associated with Ms. Pittman’s work. I think it will end up at the end of 2019 as one of my favorite books of the year.

As of the date of this review, it's on mark-down sale on Amazon.

(I received a copy of this book free from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review, which I am happy to give.)

Longing, Change, and Love Deferred ~ A Review of A Bound Heart by Laura Frantz

When I found out that one of my favorite authors, Laura Frantz, was releasing a new novel with a highlander hero coming to Colonial America, I let out a peal of delight. I admit that part of that reason was because I was in the throes of penning my own highlander-come-to-the-colonies novella, and I wanted to see how a popular author like Ms. Frantz handled it, but largely, it was because she always, always comes through with a marvelous story. A Bound Heart is no exception. Spanning the Atlantic Ocean from Scotland's craggy shores to Colonial Virginia and the Jamaican Islands, Ms. Frantz weaves a story the longing for home, of change when the future isn't ours to control, and especially of love deferred.




In A Bound Heart , the author not only touched on a spectacular tale of romance, peril, and adventure, but she delved into another era of history I've long enjoyed studying, that of the indentures that came to the new world for so many reasons and were "bound out" for so many more. In A Bound Heart we find characters from various stations of society, all bound together as prisoners from Scotland. First their is the Laird of Kerrara--Magnus Macleisch--and what a hero he is. He is conflicted, intelligent, and oh-so-handsome. His love interest, Lark McDougal, lives in a humble croft with her granny, but she has long had links to life in the Macleisch castle and brings life-saving healing to the people on her island. Another character who I really liked was "the captain" - Rory MacPherson. Rory was a dangerously intriguing character, handsome and devilish. Below is a spoiler about Rory.

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SPOILER ALERT: Don't read this if you haven't read the book yet. But if you have, go ahead. 
I'd like to know your thoughts. 

I feel like Rory was very complex, and he brought something really special to this story, even though we all knew he wasn't right for Lark. I was sad to hear that he was killed at the end. Unless...does Ms. Frantz have a sequel in mind? Is it truly the last we've heard from the notorious captain? I really have no idea, but if this were my book, I'd definitely bring him back for some redemption.

OKAY--END OF SPOILER.
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My Pick for Favorite Fiction of 2018 - A Book Review, with Insight for Writers

As many books as I've read and enjoyed in 2018, none have touched me as profoundly as Joanne Bischof's Sons of Blackbird Mountain. In fact, I just finished the ARC of Book Tow on my Kindle, and OH. MY. GOODNESS The combo should be a movie. So good. You really want to read both to go the full circle of the story. Book two is available for pre-order.


     Read book one now! Book two releases March 12, 2019.

Ms. Bischof's story of a young Irish woman finding a new beginning in the home of three Norwegian brothers, who live on a farm in the wilds of Appalachia, is perfectly plotted and beautifully written. Set in the 1890s, every character grabs you with a depth of feeling and personality in a truly unique story--especially the three Norgaard men. (Okay, they rather reminded me quite a lot of my three rough and tumble sons who also farm together and whose birth order and personalities coincide almost bizarrely with these characters. Maybe I was biased the moment the Norgaards started cleaning their guns on the kitchen table and one of them climbed up on the high beam to have a look-see down his rifle sight at the Klan approaching their mountaintop home.)
I heard rumblings all around social media about this story before I finally go it on my TBR list, but I'm so glad I finally did. There are so many nuances to this story that will touch you deeply, from the mounting conflict between the main characters as well as outsiders, to the beautiful and tender love story, to the realism and rich history... If you haven't gotten hold of this one yet, add it to your list!
THIS BOOK IS A SPECIAL TREAT IF YOU ARE A WRITER.

As I mentioned above, Sons of Blackbird Mountain is perfectly plotted. Ms. Bischof does an exceptional job of illuminating back story in a way that advances the plot and character development yet never dumps information on the reader. She also takes us deep into the characters' points-of-view by consistently showing without telling. The way she presents the POV of a deaf-mute is artistic.

Read it, highlight it, take notes to see how it's done. If you want to develop your own voice and writing style, it's imperative to read good writing. Ms. Bischof is the kind of writer whose works you want to have on your shelf or Kindle just to study the craft well done.

COURTING DANGER - New Release and Author Interview with Nike Chillemi

I am pleased to end  2018 by welcoming my special guest, award-winning author Nike Chillemi, who recently released her new romantic suspense novel Courting Danger. She's going to share the answers to a couple of questions that intrigued me about the book. I think you'll find the background to this novel interesting too.


I've so enjoyed developing a friendship with Nike on social media over the years. Even though we've never met in person, she is one of those people who I would count as a good friend. She has also consistently published page-turning detective fiction with great romantic threads. Here's what her newest release is all about:
About the Book:Newly installed Pelican Beach, Florida detective Katerina "Kat" Andruko fears the prime suspect will get off in the murder of a teen with the help of the department's forensics psychologist, a man she's just started to trust.
This case has national security implications that gives former US Army Ranger, Dr. Dimitri Garmonin a chance to work with the FBI. The case could give him the chance to obtain the funds needed to expand his small Behavior Analysis Unit. He's unmoved by the chic FBI agent sent to assist but is intrigued by Kat with whom he shares a Slavic heritage.
Kat and her partner detain two wrong suspects, giving the department negative press. The predator turns his anger on Kat, targeting her. Can Dimitri use his profiler skills to catch this killer before he hurts the woman he's growing to love?
Questions for Nike: Q:  I find this set up intriguing. The shared heritage angle is unique. Please give us some more insight into your main character(s). What does he/she do that is so special?

A:  In COURTING DANGER, both Det. Katerina "Kat Andruko and forensic psychologist Dimitri Garmonin have a Slavic background and so do I. This gave me an opportunity to draw from what I know (culture, food, religious attitudes), what I grew up with. Though parts of my psyche are imbedded in each of them, neither of them are me…not even close. They are defined personalities I created. They both share a few very special attitudes and values. They both live and thrive in modern America but have deep respect for old world Slavic values. In the modern world they live in and work in professionally, each wants to protect the innocent, find justice for victims, and keep Pelican Beach, Florida (the fictitious city they live in) safe.
Q:  This sounds like a pretty intense story too. How did the idea come to you?
A:  A while back the invasion of Crimea by Russia was 'the story' on all news television channels, and it flooded the internet. The image of Ukrainian Orthodox Priests in their robes standing in the war zone became seared in my memory. They defied Russian tanks holding Bibles and wooden crosses. It's like they were saying, "You have to come through us to get to our towns and the people." My heritage is Slavic. I know the culture, the foods, the religious values. Out of this COURTING DANGER evolved. Kat is an American girl who spent two years in Ukraine as a teen is now a detective in a Florida beach community. She teams up with Dimitri a Russian-born forensic psychologist who came to America as a boy. She initially distrusts him, still they must catch a killer.
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Thank you for dropping by, Nike!

FREE Book Alert! The Deepest Sigh ~ Echoes of the Heart, Book One

It's updated! It's re-issued! It's The Deepest Sigh ~ Echoes of the Heart, Book One . AND IT'S FREE!


The paperback will be available soon (in time for Christmas!). If you recall, this series went out of print when the publisher closed suddenly last summer. In fact, Book Two ~ The Softest Breath, had only just been released. The good news is that The Softest Breath has now also been re-issued! It's available for $3.99.  

Have a lovely and blessed Thanksgiving, everyone! I hope you get time over the holiday to kick back and relax with a good read. ~Naomi