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Wonderment in Death description/discussion

I usually let everyone else chime in about books but last weekend I had a chance to read “Wonderment in Death” — the In Death novella in Down the Rabbit Hole — and in my opinion it’s a particular standoutamong the 11 novellas under JD’s belt.

The official description for the anthology?

You’re late for a very important date…

Enter a wonderland of mesmerizing tales. It’s a place that’s neither here nor there, where things are never quite as they seem. Inspired by Lewis Carroll’s whimsical mast...

In Death World

It’s always gratifying to know how excited readers are when a new In Death book comes out. I’m so grateful for the loyalty of the readership, and hope–every time–those readers will enjoy the book.

I understand some will enjoy any given book more than another. Some will be delighted with it, others a little disappointed. Or completely dissatisfied. That’s the individuality of reading. However. Every time a new book in this series comes out, I get numerous–NUMEROUS–comments of this variety: ...

Devoted in Death discussion thread

How fast did you read Devoted in Death? Do you gulp and now need to go back, reread and savor?

This is the place to discuss all things Devoted so be warned: spoilers will abound.

Laura

Montana! Photos

Nora, Bruce, Jason and Kat sent photos from Montana daily, giving me the difficult task of choosing what to use to illustrate Nora’s travelogues. Some fun, gorgeous photos didn’t make the cut, so I thought I’d share in a post for your enjoyment.

As many guessed, but I refused to make public because it was vacation, they stayed at The Resort at Paw’s Up.

I’ve got an inkling as to where the 2016 vacation will be, but we’ll have to wait awhile for those. Good thing we have releases and Nora’s ta...

Montana! Day 15

We had our last best day, perfect from start to finish.

We start on the hilltop of Spa Town and yoga on a crystal clear morning. My loft workout was good, and necessary, but following it with hilltop yoga can’t be beat. Our instructor is Cat, who’s fairly new to yoga herself–about six months in–and her love and enthusiasm for it adds an element of charm to a lovely practice.

BW decrees an early for us lunch. It’s just too beautiful a day not to take advantage so Jason and I walk, Kat bikes, a...

Montana! Day 14

Our time in Montana winds down with beautiful weather, a sky so clear we can see the far peaks of the wilderness. We have leftovers for lunch, sliding lazily into the day. BW and I have a date with Spa Town.

Spa town

I take Natalia’s advice and go for The Last Best Massage. It surely was. 90 minutes of wonderful with the breeze flowing through the tent. I hear a hawk cry while I’m blissing on the heated table. I’ve loved every treatment here, but no doubt this is the last and the best.

BW loo...

Montana! Day 13

A gorgeous day to experience some never-done-befores.

While it starts off downright cold, with that marvelously spooky mist, my gang heads out early for their hot air balloon ride. I putter a bit, then go up to the loft for my workout. I’m nearly halfway through the cardio section when I hear my cellphone signal.

First thought, ignore that. But hard on the heels is my gang is somewhere in that big sky in a balloon! Did they crash? Are the winds taking them to Canada? Do I need to mount a resc...

Stars of Fortune excerpt

Are you curious about Nora’s upcoming Guardians Trilogy? The first book will be in stores on November 3 but here’s your chance to get a taste of the adventure to come! Just click on the link: Stars of Fortune – Chapter One

Laura

Devoted in Death teasers

One week until release day in theUS and Canada (nine days in the UK, Ireland, SA, AUS and NZ).

As has become habit over the last few releases, I’ll post one teaser a day until Friday. These will not spoil the mystery or give away huge plot points — instead they are things to look for when you devour the newest addition to the In Death series.

Please scroll down for the teasers. Laura

September 7:

A Peabody teaser! Early on she dares fate when she corrects Eve. And we get a little glimpse of t...

Montana! Day 12

Still cool after my workout, but I finally decide to try that walk. It’s good to be out in the air for a bit. Though when I look up? Clouds Angry!! I’m sure this will bring more rain, but apparently the angry clouds stormed away elsewhere.

I walk one way, then wander back and walk the other to watch one of the cattle drives, and yes, can still spot just a touch of snow on one of the far peaks. Summer appears to be done here–though reports from home say we’ll go back to it on our return.

BW an...