Camille24 (camilleisreading)
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Tim Johnston:
Dear Tim Johnston, I'm halfway through "Descent" and am totally hooked--I will probably finish it in another day or so. The sense of place and setting is so strong. To me, it feels as though the Rockies are a character in this story. They seem so menacing, constantly looming over everything... My question is, what inspired this setting choice? Did you live in Colorado or visit this area before writing the book?
Tim Johnston
So glad you enjoyed the book, Camille...or were enjoying it 8 mos ago (!!). In fact, I was living in the Colorado Rockies when I conceived of, & began writing, Descent. The new one, The Current, is set in Minnesota. Cheers!
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Rebecca Kane
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Tim Johnston:
You have ruined me. Such brilliance-now anything I read going forward will be compared to The Current. You have set the bar high and I thank you for it. Many mysteries fall short of depth and character development. Maybe now others can see a new standard and begin to revolt against the James Patterson trend. ????
A Goodreads user
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Tim Johnston:
Thanks so much for writing DESCENT, Tim!!! It was one of my favorite reads of the year, and one of the best mystery/thrillers I have ever read. The book reminded of both THE COLLECTOR by John Fowles, and INTENSITY by Dean Koontz. Can't wait to read your next book... Just wondering if you grew up in Iowa?
Rebecca Kane
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Tim Johnston:
I did have a question. In the acknowledgments, you mentioned that The Current was based off a short story you wrote called "Water." I have written many short stories and I am fascinated with the process of turning a short story into a novel. Do you have a link to the story you can send? Thanks
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