Suspense

Romantic suspense or thrillers provide readers with heightened feelings of suspense, excitement, surprise, anticipation and/or anxiety.

  • Suspense

    Seduction in Sierra Leone (Men of FTI 1) @OliviaNightRead #RLFblog #RomanticSuspense

    Cover Love includes a cover, blurb, buy links, and social media contacts for the author. Today’s featured book is Seduction In Sierra Leone, The Men of FTI Book One by Olivia Night.

    About the Book
    Title: Seduction in Sierra Leone, The Men of FTI Book 1
    Genre:  Contemporary, Romantic Suspense
    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R
    In the mangroves of Sierra Leone, two strangers raised a world apart find themselves inextricably connected. Seduction in Sierra Leone, the first in a series of three novels, is a fast-paced tale of murder, lust, and love that transports the reader to a foreign and mysterious world of danger.
    Aislinn Salameh, an American relief worker, is searching for purpose in her self- imposed lonely world. The stranger who enters her village on a blistering hot day seems more animal than human. She knows she should stay far away but can’t stop herself from being drawn to the mysterious man.
    Brandt Fairlane is haunted by the sins of his past. Detached from others, Brandt has spent his life alone. His line of work is too dangerous for the luxuries of love and family.
    When Brandt sees Aislinn and her haunting eyes, he knows he must possess her. But when Brandt’s past comes back from the dead and Aislinn is caught in the crossfire, it is up to him to keep her safe. In order to survive, they must learn to rely on one another. As they run for their lives, the heat between them becomes undeniable. Now, Brandt must not only protect Aislinn from a madman committed to stealing her away, but he also must protect her from himself. Because if Brandt steals her body and her heart, he’ll never let her go.
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    (e-book and paperback available)
    Barnes and Noble – http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/seduction-in-sierra-leone-olivia-night/1122341426?ean=9781622102426
    Kobo – https://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/seduction-in-sierra-leone
    iBooks-  https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/seduction-in-sierra-leone/id1020494392?mt=11
    About the Author
    Olivia Night, a fictional character herself, has always been an avid reader and writer. She found the romance genre in college and has never been able to get enough. One sleepless night, the main characters of Book One in her Men of FTI  series sprang from her head fully formed. They demanded she tell their story; so she did. As they revealed themselves, so did two other intriguing characters. Those characters convinced her to give them their own books because their stories were worth telling too. And so Olivia suddenly became a romance author. When Olivia is not writing, she has the best job in the world, which, too, will remain a secret. In her free time, she reads, write, drinks wine, or is, most likely, out emulating Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Olivia lives in one of the most diverse and vibrant cities in the U.S.—Baltimore. She lives with her cat, which she is convinced was a gladiator in his past life. Olivia plans to continue being awesome at this thing called life. Really, that’s her only goal.
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    A Pawn for Malice by @cynthiasromance #RLFblog #Romance #Suspense

    Today’s featured book is A Pawn for Malice by Cynthia Roberts

    About the Book

    Title: A Pawn for Malice
    Genre: Romance Suspense
    Author: Cynthia Roberts
    Book heat level (based on movie ratings R):
    Does an ex-cop ever lose his “nose” for investigating? Freshmen Senator, Bryon Gallagher, certainly hasn’t, when the love of his life, Jessica, is kidnapped by a mad man. No stone is left unturned, as he plays the role of senator by day and rogue detective by night, calling in favors and working his past snitches to the bone to find her. The only problem is, who does he focus his efforts on … her deranged, former father-in-law who lusts after her, a crazed felon hell-bent on revenging the execution of his brother put to death under the Senator’s newly passed Death Penalty Bill, or an unknown psycho, looking for his “moment of fame”?
    Pawn for Malice is a thrilling and passionate love story that is a blend of crime action, suspense, and self-discovery, or one could even say, a cross between Safe Haven meets Criminal Minds. Order before it launches on Nov. 7th, and receive 60% off.

    Buy This Book

    Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LZUXZ1Q
    Barnes and Noble http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-pawn-for-malice-cynthia-roberts/1124676776?ean=2940153744445
    Kobo https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/a-pawn-for-malice
    Apple iBooks https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/a-pawn-for-malice/id1157620765?mt=11&ign-mpt=uo%3D10

    About the Author

    My love of reading romance fiction goes back to those early years when I was raising a young family. It wasn’t until much later in life I actually took up the pen to write my first historical romance, Wind Warrior. I really don’t fit into one specific niche. Once a story starts to flow, it’s only then I know what genre/sub-genre it will fit under.
    I have only one regret, and that is not getting to this point in my career much sooner, rather than later. Life has a way of setting up road blocks, which for me, was supposed to work out that way. Because of those detours, I have become a more passionate and expressive writer, allowing me to create the kind of raw human emotion I want my readership to feel.
    It is my hope you walk away with not just an entertaining read, but the importance in knowing, “Without imagination & dreams, we lose the excitement of wonderful possibilities.

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    Till Life Do Us Part by @Carmen_Books #RLFblog #Paranormal Romantic Suspense

    Today’s featured book is Till Life Do Us Part by Carmen
    Stefanescu
    About the Book
    Title Till Life Do Us Part
    Genre Paranormal/romantic suspense
    Author Carmen Stefanescu
    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): PG
    Barbara Heyer can hear voices of dead people. They whisper
    of their deaths, seek comfort for those left behind, and occasionally even warn
    her about future events. But when Barbara’s brother, Colin, is accused of
    murder, it will take more than her gift to prove his innocence.
    Becoming smitten with the handsome investigator, Detective
    Patrick Fischer, is a serious complication given his assignment to her
    brother’s case. Barbara senses there is something far deeper—and perhaps much
    older—than the surface attraction between them. Could that be why she’s visited
    by a mysterious woman named Emma in her dreams? Could past life regression tie
    all the seemingly unconnected events together?
    Barbara and Patrick must overcome heartache to find the
    truth to save Colin, and perhaps themselves.

    Buy This Book

    Publisher http://solsticepublishing.com/till-life-do-us-part/
    Barnes and Noble http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/till-life-do-us-part-carmen-stefanescu/1123896837?ean=9781625263858

    About the Author

    Carmen Stefanescu resides in Romania, the native country of
    the infamous vampire Count Dracula, but where, for about 50 years of communist
    dictatorship, just speaking about God, faith, reincarnation or paranormal
    phenomena could have led someone to great trouble – the psychiatric hospital if
    not to prison.
    High school teacher of English and German in her native
    country, and mother of two daughters, Carmen Stefanescu survived the grim years
    of oppression, by escaping in a parallel world that of the books.
    Several of her poems were successfully published in a
    collection of Contemporary English Poems, Muse Whispers vol.1 and Muse Whispers
    vol.2 by Midnight Edition Publication, in 2001 and 2002.
    Her first novel, Shadows of the Past, was released in 2012
    by Wild Child Publishing, USA.
    Carmen joined the volunteer staff at Marketing For Romance
    Writers Author blog and is the coordinator of #Thursday13 posts.

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    Website http://carmenstefanescu.simplesite.com
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    Seduction in Seville a new #RomanticSuspense @olivianightread #RLFblog

    This quick interview includes info about the author and introduces the story.

    About the Author

    Olivia Night, a fictional character herself, has always been an avid reader and writer. She found the romance genre in college and has never been able to get enough. One sleepless night, the main characters of Book One in her Men of FTI  series sprang from her head fully formed. They demanded she tell their story; so she did. As they revealed themselves, so did two other intriguing characters. Those characters convinced her to give them their own books because their stories were worth telling too. And so Olivia suddenly became a romance author. When Olivia is not writing, she has the best job in the world, which, too, will remain a secret. In her free time, she reads, write, drinks wine, or is, most likely, out emulating Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Olivia lives in one of the most diverse and vibrant cities in the U.S.—Baltimore. She lives with her cat, which she is convinced was a gladiator in his past life. Olivia plans to continue being awesome at this thing called life. Really, that’s her only goal.

    Interview with Olivia Night

    Why did you write this book? 
    This novel is the second in a series. The main characters, Patrick Kane and Madison Lockwood are introduced in the first novel. Their story is very different from Seduction in Sierra Leone, but all the suspense, sexiness, and love are all there! 
    What is your favorite genre to read?
    It actually varies depending on my mood. But I have an entire book case dedicated to Historical Non-Fiction and Biographies. So totally different from Romantic Suspense obviously! 
    Who is your favorite character from fiction (not including your own)?
    Anne Shirley, without a doubt. I love her spunk. And I like to think that I have it, too!
    What are you working on at the moment, and will see from you in coming months?
    The third novel in this series, Seduction in Scotland will be released on August 1st. I also just finished a manuscript for a new series tentatively titled A Second Chance Series. I am really excited about both of these novels. A spin-off of The Men of FTI is in the works as well. The series is titled Interitus and follows a  group of military men who are part of a secret “peace making group”. 

    Please tell us about your latest book.

    In a hospital in Seville, Spain, Patrick Kane lies in a coma. Ambushed and shot while protecting a friend, he fights to survive.

    She never thought she would see him again. Patrick, the man who’d brought her back.
    Eight years ago, Patrick Kane, a joint partner in Fairlane Trade International, descended into a basement of horrors. That horrible day he rescued many women, but one he would always remember. Her beautiful doe eyes filled his dreams and haunted his nightmares.
    Madison Lockwood, a nurse, has struggled to put her past behind her, trying to forget the time she spent in captivity. But she recognizes the man who rescued her and brought her out of that terrifying reality. She owes him her life. Patrick is gravely injured, and Madison vows to see him through.
    When Patrick opens his eyes, he instantly knows that he made a mistake leaving Madison after freeing her from the clutches of a human trafficking ring. She is meant to be his. As Patrick tries to win over a wary Madison, the past they both thought was gone for good comes back with a vengeance. One by one, the survivors of the horrific ordeal are being murdered. Patrick knows that Madison will be next if he doesn’t protect her.
    Together they must fight for their survival. Seduction In Seville, book two in the Men of FTI series, is a tale of redemption, murder, new beginnings, and love that takes the reader on a wild, exotic ride. 

    About the Book

    Title: Seduction in Seville, The Men of FTI Book Two 
    Genre: Romantic Suspense
    Author: Olivia Night
    Book heat level (based on movie ratings):  R

    Buy This Book

    Barnes and Noble – http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/seduction-in-sierra-leone-olivia-night/1122341426

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  • Stressing the Heroine,  Suspense

    Stressing Cass McKay from Undone a #Contemporary RS by @LiviaQuinn #RLFblog

    Stressing Cass McKay from Undone by Livia Quinn.

    Author Bio

    Livia Quinn is a DC native who lives on the bayou in Louisiana. She met her hero, Cass McKay, while listening to Jesse Cook’s “Breathing Below Surface” and Bonnie Raitt’s “I Can’t Make You Love Me if You Don’t”. When I turned down a narrow street there he was, in the flesh leaning against the wall of Elektra’s shop (well, a store on the corner on my route, actually but still,) all tawny and golden, asking for my help to get his woman back. I could tell he was desperate so… what else could I do? Undone was born.

    About the Book

    Title Undone (A Sexy Romantic Adventure)
    Genre Contemporary Romance
    Author Livia Quinn
    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R
    When Aussie gem hunter Cass McKay appears unexpectedly on Elektra’s design shop doorway, her reasons for sending him away a year ago suddenly seem…complicated, their passion for each other and the secret, intricately entwined.
    One year ago on the eve of Carnival, Elektra broke their engagement after the “Blood” opal was stolen. No one steals from Cass, especially not when it cost him the woman he loved.
    Elektra’s reason for breaking their engagement has now come back to bite her. Cass intends to return to Brazil, putting himself in danger to retrieve her opal, in hopes that Elektra will give their relationship another chance.
    Staying out of Cass’ bed isn’t an option if she’s going to keep him safe, but coming clean might make things worse. Elektra is walking a tightrope between desire and deceit, and the truth will endanger not only their love, but their lives.

    Stressing The Hero

    Every hero has a story. He has a background, a history, and a past. This interview allows us to meet a hero and get to know him better, by focusing on how he handles being relaxed, as well as how he handles stress.

    The Hero’s Relaxed Side

    This hero is at a party. Considering his story, describe the party.
    A pleasant crowd of friends and family, couples sharing good food, drink and dancing to the Latin beats, from the slow sultry rumba and tango to the lively salsa
    How does the hero feel about being at this particular party, and what body language is he displaying that gives it away?
    He loves these people and especially the woman he hasn’t seen in a year. He’s banking on the atmosphere and the music to draw her in. He cues the music and begins to dance, his hips and eyes telling her the slow deliberate steps of their favorite dance how he feels.
    Is he more likely to mingle or remain aloof?
    Oh, Cass is a mingler, an extrovert who is well-liked and at home in two countries, Brazil and Australia. He tries to remain aloof with Elektra but the beat of the music is making him crazy. Hopefully, she’s not unaffected.
    If he drinks, what is his drink of choice at this party?
    Cass isn’t one to over indulge. But tonight he’s intoxicated by her presence and he goes a bit too far.
    The hero figures out where the hiding places are and then goes there. Is it to hide, to avoid someone, or to go drag a friend back to the party?
    When Elektra runs in the heat of the dance, he knows where to find her. And there’s hell to pay. He’s determined to make her admit her feelings but she’s well aware of the cost of giving in after all this time.

    The Hero’s Stressed Out Side

    How does the hero handle it if the cops or some other authority figure pulls him aside when he was blameless in a situation?
    Cass is an even-tempered guy who has no trouble talking his way in or out of situations.
    How does the hero react to hearing a scream?
    Well, like a hero. He would act before considering the danger to himself.
    What does he tell himself in order to get through the situation?
    If he can get the opal back and Elektra back in his arms, his world will be right again.

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    Publisher Campbell Hill Publishing
    Amazon  Link   http://amzn.to/1K9EbD8
    AllRomanceEbooks bit.ly/1l10PH8
    Barnes and Noble bit.ly/1ZgT7WX
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    Goodreads bit.ly/1UJSILf
    IBooks apple.co/1SgeKHR
    Inktera bit.ly/Un-in
    Author Central http://amzn.to/1OLwtUX

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    Website: http://liviaquinn.com
    Livia’s Author Central http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00KPDXXE2
    Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/livia-quinn-6aa3a792
    Instagram http://instagram.com/liviaquinnauthor
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    Illusions of Death #RomSuspense @LaurenLinwood #RLFblog

    Illusions of Death by Lauren Linwood.

    About the Book

    Title: Illusions of Death
    Genre: Romantic Suspense
    Author: Lauren Linwood
    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): PG13

    Best-selling author Karlyn Campbell is ready for a new start after her recent divorce from a temperamental artist. When she receives word that her father had a stroke, she heads for Walton Springs with mixed feelings. Broderick Campbell wrote Pulitzer Prize-winning literary novels and denounced his daughter’s work as pedestrian and commercial, causing a rift that finally heals on his deathbed. Karlyn chooses to stay in the small Georgia town to write her popular Matt Collins series and decides to try her hand at true crime when Atlanta’s Rainbow Killer, Roy G. Biv, captures her interest.
    Detective Logan Warner’s marriage didn’t survive after he lost his twins to a crazed killer who was never caught. He returns to his hometown’s police force and runs for police chief, happy he’s escaped big city crime and corruption. Emotionally dead, his interest in life is renewed when he falls in love with Karlyn and begins to build a new life with her.
    But the Rainbow Killer moves beyond Atlanta, leaving a trail of dead bodies painted in bright hues in several towns north of the city. Leaving no trace evidence or DNA and choosing random victims with no apparent rhyme or reason, Roy proves unstoppable. Then he arrives in Walton Springs, threatening the peaceful town with his murder spree. With a serial killer in their back yard, Logan and Karlyn unite with the FBI to find the killer—before he finds them.

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    Publisher: Soul Mate Publishing
    Amazon:  http://amzn.com/B019Y45TS0

    About the Author

    Lauren Linwood’s historical romances use history as a backdrop to place her characters in extraordinary circumstances, where their intense desire for one another grows into the treasured gift of love. Her romantic suspense novels feature strong heroes and heroines who unite to defeat a clever antagonist and discover a deep, abiding love during their journey.
    A native Texan, Lauren is an avid reader, moviegoer, and sports fan who manages stress by alternating yoga with long walks. She plans to start a support group for Fixer Upper addicts—as soon as she finishes her next piece of dark chocolate.

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