Make Me Buy Your Book: Mysteries

Make Me Buy Your Book!



Here we are at round two of my monthly challenge for authors to make me buy your book! This month, I'm hankering after historical mysteries. I love 'em and frankly, can't get enough.


For these, think of books like the Falco mysteries by Lindsay Davis—which are a total blast to read. They are set in ancient Rome and poor Falco somehow manages to bungle his way through the politics and bullies in one of the oldest cities on earth. I'm also totally addicted to Charles Todd's books set in post WWI England. They are so atmospheric and richly detailed, you feel as if you are living during that difficult period.


Again, I'm looking mainly for e-books to read on my Kindle. And I welcome both traditionally published authors as well as independents to leave a comment here.


What should you include?


The blurb for your book and a link so we can buy it, of course! I'm serious about that part. I go through all these comments with my Kindle in hand, looking for things to buy. There are a lot of other readers here too who are probably just as desperate to find a good book to curl up with.


If you could also include a bit about what to expect, e.g. is it a cozy-type mystery set in the past, or is it more gritty? Give us the scoop—we're dying to hear about it and this is your opportunity to spread the word about your terrific novel.


My only restrictions are: no erotica and please don't include anything offensive or over a PG rating in the comments.


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