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I grew up knowing family is paramount. I was blessed to spend time with extended family daily, not just on holidays or weekends. Because of those close-knit familial bonds, every day was full of love and laughter, food and fun.

Life took me away from that extended family for twenty years before I finally made it back. And while I'd done my best to keep the traditions alive across the miles, I realize there truly is no place like home.

Through my fiction, I share those traditions and the importance of relationships with you. Mystery or suspense, romance or mainstream, sci-fi or thriller—in my stories, family (however you define it) is paramount.

To learn more about me, visit me at http://stacitroilo.com or connect with me on social media.
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Staci Troilo Don't get angry. I don't really get writer's block. There are days I know what I want to say but can't figure out the right way to say it, but that's …moreDon't get angry. I don't really get writer's block. There are days I know what I want to say but can't figure out the right way to say it, but that's different than not knowing what to say at all. When that happens, I just write poorly. I can always clean up bad writing later. For people who don't know what to say at all? Well, I'd say write anything. Write gibberish if you have to. Eventually that will turn into crappy words, which will turn into something better. And then you'll have a story, which you can then go back and edit later. Who knows? The gibberish may end up being fodder for your next story, anyway.(less)
Staci Troilo That's hard to say. The answer will be different for everyone. It's probably different for me every day. But I think having a creative outlet for all …moreThat's hard to say. The answer will be different for everyone. It's probably different for me every day. But I think having a creative outlet for all the things I want to say is pretty darn satisfying.(less)
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Ciao, amici! Just wanted to handle a bit of business before wrapping up for the year. Annual Cookie Exchange I wanted to take a moment to thank all the bakers who participated in this year’s annual cookie exchange. Everything looks DELICIOUS! I’m so glad you shared your treats with us. I also wanted to thank … Continue reading Gratitude and Greetings Read more of this blog post »
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The writing consistency in this series swings pretty far. This one was much smoother, much like book six was. The crutch phrases and word echoes were mostly contained, making the reading easier.

This plot and this pacing kept me turning the pages. Thi
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Well, this one went right back to the repetitive phrases and crutch words that detract from what would otherwise be an engaging story. As such, it puts distance between the reader and the work.

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It’s funny to me that in my last review I mentioned I’d have expected writer growth by then because we finally get it in this book. Fewer crutch phrases, better pacing. It made this read more enjoyable.

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This installment leans away from typical murder and into more of an “environmental thriller” flavor, though it’s not fast or furious enough to hold the “thriller” title. Still, the story evolves logically, both from a book and series standpoint. The ...more
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This third book of the series really moves from “getting to know” the characters to them feeling like coworkers, neighbors, or friends. We even meet Duke’s parents and Trip’s dad, and those relationships both shaped this story and promise to guide th ...more
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This second-in-series lets us get to know the characters a little better. It also takes us deeper into Sheriff Ray Duke’s twenty-five year nightmare—the unsolved disappearance of his sister. When tragedy pours salt into his old wound, he’s torn betwe ...more
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Wow, this one was a heartbreaker. I usually figure out what’s going on long before the reveal, but this one stumped me as long as it did the hero.

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“It opens the lungs, washes the countenance, exercises the eyes, and softens down the temper, said Mr. Bumble. So cry away.”
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Staci Troilo Hi, Karen! Sorry to have missed you in PA.


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Karen Malena Hello again! Nice to see you in here too!


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