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***Happy Book Release Day to Sandra Renee Appet and her Fire and Midnight***

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Today the wonderful Sandra Renee Appet releases her Contemporary Romance, Fire and Midnight!

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My Five Star Review:

This was a wonderful, romantic and extremely well written love story.   Jane Keegan does something completely out of her comfort zone and ends up meeting Ryan Zeigler.  Jane is an amazing character but I’ve got to tell you, Ryan stole my heart. I laughed with them, I smiled with them, I cried with them, I loved with them and there were even a few awww moments.   There were ups and downs for this couple but I couldn’t help but cheer them on with every single page I turned.  If you love a really excellent love story, then you must pick up Fire and Midnight.  You will not be disappointed.

About Fire and Midnight:

He could be her best worst decision… With a glass of wine in hand, Jane Keegan’s finger is poised to delete the account her pushy BFF created for her on “The Cowboys” escort service website. Sure, she’s lonely, but not desperate. Then an image of sky-blue eyes and warm, tanned muscles jumps off the screen. And she finds herself hitting the “Book Now” button. After all, why not? She’s a free, divorced woman on business in San Antonio. There’s nothing to lose…except her nerve. Especially when Mr. Tall Dark And Incredibly Sexy meets her at a River Walk bar—and his only-for-you smile turns her insides into a quivering mass of second thoughts. Ryan Zeigler is enduring one last escort assignment as a favor before hanging up his Cowboys hat to run his own restaurant. Yet there’s something about the pretty New Yorker’s vulnerable grin and I’ve-got-baggage eyes that halts his usual dating M.O. in its tracks. When Ryan sweetens the deal—no strings, no payment expected—Jane the good girl takes the bold step of letting her vixen out to play. But when it’s time to go home, her heart is at a crossroads. Is Ryan the real deal? Or is she letting yet another man take her heart for a ride?

Learn More about Sandra: 

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Sandra is an author of romance who stays up too late dreaming up sexy heroes. When she’s not writing, shoe shopping or saving wayward turtles, Sandra can be found with a cup of coffee browsing the shelves of an indie bookstore. As a social media junkie, Sandra loves to chat with readers and formed the Bookalicious Babes Facebook group where members share their love of books.

Find Sandra Here:  Website, Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, Amazon, Evernight.

I received a copy of this book directly from the author.

As Always, Keep Writing/Keep Reading ~ janisf

It’s time to find out “Who is Alice England.”

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Some of you may have heard of Alice England. She’s the star of an upcoming mystery novel from Curiosity Quills. Alice has talked the publisher into running a little game – a find and unscramble-the-letters puzzle to reveal the title of the book, set to release October 17, 2016.

The 13 letters are scattered across a number of book blogger and author websites, each linking to the next. Start the trail here (http://bit.ly/2dEZofi) to collect the letters, and you will finish up at the entry form to submit your guess and go in the draw to win a 2-book pack from Curiosity Quills and a print of your choice by Evie Seo.

When you submit your guess, you will also find out the correct title and get to see the cover in advance of the official reveal. Look for letters in an aquamarine square with the seashell key symbol. Write down the letter and click to proceed to the next clue!

Good luck!

Prizes you could win! 

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Review/Release Day Giveaway: Deadly Silence (Blood Brothers -1) by Rebecca Zanetti

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Rebecca Zanetti hits the mark again in this new Paranormal Romantic Suspense series Blood Brothers with her first installment, Deadly Silence.  Blood Brothers is a spin-off from her popular Sin Brothers series.

Deadly Silence releases today, October 4, 2016

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My FIVE Star Review: 

Let me start by saying I have not read any of Rebecca’s Sin Brothers books.  I have read just about every other book she has written but I just never picked up Sin Brothers.  So my thoughts are, you don’t need to read Sin Brothers before you read this one.  I didn’t feel like I was missing out on anything that may have happened in the other series.

This book basically highlights three brothers, Ryker, Heath and Denver who end up in the same boys home at the age of 12.  They may not be related by blood but to these three men they are most definitely brothers and will do whatever is necessary to keep each other safe.

Twenty years later and they are still together running Lost Bastards Investigative Services. They find the lost and are currently working on a case reluctantly with the FBI.  Since this is a paranormal, I’m not giving anything away by saying each of these men are a bit different and not in a bad way.  You’ll need to read to find out exactly what makes them different.  Each brother also has a past and a childhood they are trying to understand.

There is a case to be solved and the case itself is not resolved by the end of the book but there are many twists, turns and new information along the way.  Of course there is also romance and a strong female lead, Zara Remington, I absolutely loved and her grandmother who I wanted as my own.

Rebbecc’a writing is amazing, her descriptions, scenes and stories are fantastic.  It is always an adventure when you’re reading her books. If you love paranormal suspense written with an easy flow and lots of action, then definitely pick up this book.  I would highly recommend any of her books.   It releases October 4, 2016.

More about Deadly Silence: 

“Under siege. That’s how Ryker Jones feels. The Lost Bastards Investigative Agency he opened up with his blood brothers has lost a client in a brutal way. The past he can’t outrun is resurfacing, threatening to drag him down in the undertow. And the beautiful woman he’s been trying to keep at arm’s length is in danger…and he’ll destroy anything and anyone to keep her safe.

Paralegal Zara Remington is in over her head. She’s making risky moves at work by day and indulging in an affair with a darkly dangerous PI by night. There’s a lot Ryker isn’t telling her and the more she uncovers, the less she wants to know. But when all hell breaks loose, Ryker may be the only one to save her. If his past doesn’t catch up to them first…”

Excerpt: 

Heat from his body washed over her, but she lifted her head to meet his gaze. “We don’t have a relationship.”
He smiled then, and the curve of his lips held more determination than amusement. “I’m not letting you run, and I’m certainly not letting you hide, baby. Although neither of us has been in this for the long haul, I’m staying in Wyoming for the moment. The first thing that’s going to happen is I’m going to figure out who dared put a hand on you and make sure it doesn’t happen again.”
For the first time, she saw a side of him that gave her true pause. In the long haul, he’d be unbearably possessive. Why did that give her an intriguing sense of safety? “Knock it off,” she snapped in his face. “Get out of my business.”
That quickly, she found her back against the door and her front pinned by hard male. His hands planted on either side of her neck, his thumbs at her jaw, forcing her to look at him. “Something you need to understand and pretty damn quick is that your business is my business right now.” His thumb swept up and over the offensive bruise on her face.
“Step back.” Her voice trembled.
He ignored the very calm order. “No. You don’t want to tell me who did this? Fine. I’ll find out on my own, and I’ll have the name by the time I pick you up for supper. What you don’t want to do is deal with him or his case until I have that name. Kicking him in the balls might’ve just pissed him off more, and now you’ve let a bully stew on it for a while, which might be dangerous for you. Got it?”
“You have no right to interfere,” she whispered.
“Baby, I’ve been fuckin’ you for months. That gives me every right.” Anger glowed dark in his eyes.
“We’re done. Get out.”
His eyes softened. “You shouldn’t make statements you can’t back up.”
She shoved against his ripped abs.
He didn’t move a millimeter.
And then he did.
His head dipped, and his mouth found her neck and wandered up to her ear. His teeth scraped, and then his tongue licked the slight wound.
Of its own volition, her body did a full tremble.
He leaned back. “That.”
Her mind fuzzed.
His mouth slammed down on hers. She knew his kiss—often dreamed about it. Not soft and sweet . . . not even lustful. It was dangerous. From day one, she’d tasted danger on his tongue, and it burned her hotter than she’d ever been.
Never had she dated a bad boy, but after living her desired routine-driven life for years, she’d craved adventure, and he filled that need. He drew out a wildness she hadn’t realized she possessed.
He held her flush against the door, kissing her hard, sending a craving along her nerves that almost hurt. His tongue went to work, his left hand keeping her jaw open for him. His right hand found her hip and dragged her against the obvious bulge in his jeans. By the time he released her, she’d stopped thinking completely.
“What time are you finished today?” he asked, his breath heating her face.
“Fi-five,” she stuttered.
He leaned back and gently put her to the side. “Stay in the office until I come for you at five, Zara.” He ran his thumb across her bottom lip. “Cross me on this, baby, and I ain’t gonna be gentle.” He had already shut the door behind himself before she could take a whole breath.
She blinked several times, her fingers going to her still-tingling mouth. What had just happened?

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About Rebecca Zanetti:

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Photo Credit Dylan Patrick
Rebecca Zanetti is the author of over twenty-five romantic suspense, dark paranormal, and contemporary romances, and her books have appeared multiple times on the New York Times, USA Today, and Amazon bestseller lists. She has received a Publisher’s Weekly Starred Review for Wicked Edge, Romantic Times Reviewer Choice Nominations for Forgotten Sins and Sweet Revenge, and RT Top Picks for several of her novels.  She lives in the wilds of the Pacific Northwest with her own alpha hero, two kids, a couple of dogs, a crazy cat…and a huge extended family.  She believes strongly in luck, karma, and working her butt off…and she thinks one of the best things about being an author, unlike the lawyer she used to be, is that she can let the crazy out.

Find Rebecca here:  Website, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, Goodreads.

Click here to see some of my other reviews of Rebecca’s Books.

Buy Deadly Silence Here: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, Google Play, iBooks, IndieBound, Kobo.

Follow Forever Online: Website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest. 

I received a copy of this novel directly from NetGalley.

As Always, Keep Writing/Keep Reading ~ janisf

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Mirror Series (Mirror Me, Rule of Thirds, Walk in My Shadow) by Stephanie Tyler/SE Jakes

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NY Times Best Selling Author Stephanie Tyler/SE Jakes Mirror Series is a Dark Mystery/Suspense Romantic Thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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The first 3 books, Mirror Me, Rule of Thirds and Walk in My Shadow are stories based on characters in WITSEC with FBI, CIA, serial killers and a huge amount of action/suspense thrown in.  Of course there is also some very wonderful romance.  My reviews are below:

My Five Star Review of Mirror Me:

Mirror Me is the story of  Kayla Peters who is in the Witness Protection Program because of her serial killing twin sister.  Kayla is desperate for a normal life but knows there is no way to get one until her sister is caught.  Abby Daniels, the US Marshall charged with protecting Kayla decided to set her up in a rental house in Abby’s home town.  A small town mostly retired military and their families.  A rental house that just happens to be located next to her retired Delta Force brother Teige Junos.

Abby and Teige intrigue each other and after one hot kiss, Teige can’t get Abby out of his head but a killer is coming and Teige’s instincts to protect kick in.  Teige, Abby and her new partner, Jacoby Razwell, work together to keep Kayla safe and stop a killer from killing again.  It is a roller-coaster ride you do not want to miss.

Abby and Teige are basically the main characters but stories for Abby and Jacoby start in this book and finish in the next two.  All of these characters are well developed and I absolutely loved each one of them.

My Four Star Review of Rule of Thirds: 

Rule of Thirds is the story of Jacoby Razwell FBI and in WITSEC due to his serial killing sister, and Special Agent Ward Thayer.  We first meet Jacoby in Mirror Me and I knew there was more to him then meets the eye.  You are not going to believe this guys history.

Again, this story is very much a psychological thriller and things get a bit messy and graphic. There is a lot of history between these two men that finally comes full circle and you can feel the love down deep in your soul with every word Stephanie writes.  Jacoby is on the hunt to find his sister and stop her but who exactly is the one being hunted.  This book is a true roller-coaster ride that keep me whispering, “oh no” several times.

If you love a good thriller with some amazing male love thrown in, then you definitely want to pick up this book.  You can absolutely read this as a stand alone.

My Four Star Review of Walk in my Shadow:

Walk in my Shadow is the story of US Marshall Abby Daniels and CIA Special Agent Vance. Abby has a new witness she is protecting and Vance is trying to located his brother Ethan’s (who happens to have been Abby’s former friend and lover) killer.  Vance does a few questionable things in the beginning that I was sure Abby’s brother Teige or Jacoby was going to kill him for.  Teige and Kayla as well as Jacoby and Ward make an appearances in this book and it was wonderful to see them again.  Abby is one tough woman and I loved her the minute I met her in Mirror Me.  She is just as tough and capable in Walk in my Shadow. I love books with strong woman who can absolutely keep up with the boys and at times even pass them.  (I would suggest you read Mirror Me before you read this book.  A few things happen in that book and you’ll want to know them before heading into Walk in my Shadow. Stephanie does re-cap a bit but trust me, you are going to want to know it all.)

The chemistry between Abby and Vance is completely off the charts even from the very beginning.  All Vance wants to do is protect Abby, Abby can certainly protect herself but can she survive a third encounter with a serial killer.

As with the other books in this series, there is a killer, lots of action, adventure and romance.  Many things come to light in this book and you are introduced to a new character, CIA Agent Knox’s, who will be getting is own Mirror book.

I have read just about every book by Stephanie Tyler/SE Jakes and each and everyone is wonderful.  Her writing flows smoothly, books are easy to read and the stories always keep me turning the pages.  I would highly recommend any of her books.

To find out more about the Mirror Series, check out Stephanie’s website here.

Find Stephanie Tyler here: Facebook, Internet, Goodreads, Twitter, Amazon.

Find SE Jakes here: Facebook, Internet, Goodreads, Twitter, Amazon.

As Always, Keep Writing/Keep Reading ~ janisf

 

Guest Blogger: Lea Bronsen with The Hotter the Love

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Please welcome Lea Bronsen to my blog today to talk about her new release The Hotter the Love book 3 in her Hot Model Mine Trilogy. I’ve read all three books and loved each one. Here’s what I thought of The Hotter the Love:

“I was extremely lucky to receive and advanced reader copy of this final book in Lea’s Trilogy – Hot Model Mine.
A lot happened in Book two – Mine to Love and the Hotter the Love picks up the story. Our sexy cover model Yushka and hard working author Andrea are working hard to make their relationship work even with several obstacles in their path. There are many decisions to be made before this couple can have a chance at a happily ever after but I was rooting for them from day one. The chemistry between these two is off the charts hot and really has been since they met.  Yushka is an amazing character and I absolutely loved the way Lea wrote him throughout this series. He is a truly good, kind, straight forward person and you felt it in every word. He will hold a special place in my heart for a very long time.
You can absolutely read this book as a standalone. Lea does a great job of recapping the first two books to get you up to speed and then finishing out this love story. Go pick it up today!” ~janisf

Everyone say Hi to Lea and give her a big welcome!! 

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Hi and thank you so much for hosting the third and last book of the Hot Model Mine trilogy!

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After sexy cover model Yushka proposed, life is more turbulent than ever for erotic romance author Andrea. He is expecting a baby with his ex-girlfriend, who says she doesn’t want to keep it. How will Andrea’s sons take upcoming life changes? To make things more complicated, her ex goes to great lengths to coax her back, and one of her sons’ girlfriend is a tad too interested in Andrea’s young and very handsome fiancé…

On the writing front, Andrea anxiously awaits news on her latest manuscript submission, and she has to decide whether to accept her publisher’s offer to model in a sexy photo shoot—the same kind she and Yushka did in Cannes—in the hopes of making a new “Cover Photo of the Year”. Considering the erotic poses the previous photographer demanded, can Andrea model with another guy other than Yushka?

Excerpt
We enter a hall so big the tiniest sound echoes. It’s quite humbling. I shrink in my clothes and barely dare to breathe. Dark wood furniture towers over us, with a mix of contradictory smells—orchid-scented sanitizer and old dust—filling the space.
Shoes clamping on a hardwood floor, we follow the tall, silver-haired man into a living room with exquisite furniture, gold-framed mirrors, and classic paintings on the walls. Heavy velvet curtains adorn the windows, and an impressive floor-to-ceiling library on one side has to contain literary curiosities from every part of the world. Marveling, I study each magnificent object.
The man stops and glares across the room, his facial expression clearly one of annoyance. What an oppressive atmosphere.
Yushka stands beside him and stares in the same direction.
I follow their gaze. A young and strikingly beautiful woman is half-seated on a green velvet couch with her legs folded underneath her. Dark doe eyes and pink lips stand out in a pale, oval face. A waterfall of rich, glowing auburn-colored hair contrasts with her white dress. She looks cast in a scene from the Russian classic Doctor Zhivago. Beneath full breasts, a pregnant belly protrudes, far too round and big for her frail frame. Jekaterina?
My chest tightens. The more I look at her, the more her beauty takes my breath away. She’s the woman Yushka was in love with last year. The one he slept with and impregnated.
Her gaze is riveted on him, the recognition and warmth fiery.
I shoot him a glance. His features are tight, as if he’s trying to hide his reaction, but he doesn’t take his gaze off her. This is exactly what I feared. They’ve had feelings for each other. Maybe meeting now will revive them. He has fallen for her once, so why would he not fall for her again?
I feel bad, nauseous, want to get out of here. But she’s carrying the baby girl I’m going to call mine very soon. I need to overcome my unease. Hopefully, once the formalities are done, this is the only time we’ll have to meet.
She tells him a few words in Russian, her voice the cooing of a turtledove.
Yushka replies calmly, but his throat sounds choked. He grabs my hand, palm sweaty, and leads me to a sofa opposite hers. His discomfort is more than clear in his features. He tears his gaze from her and searches me, his expression vibrating with an intensity I seldom see. It hits me—he’s afraid.
I squeeze his hand. “Is everything okay?”
“Yes,” he replies instantly, but his tension is palpable.
My chest tightens to a painful level. What is he so nervous about? From his interaction with Jekaterina, this has nothing to do with the baby. It’s about them, their relationship, and me. Is he afraid he’ll have to choose between us?
Goodness, I’m delirious. I sit very still, take small, shallow breaths, and pray for everything to be all right. Then bolt out of this house after the arrangements are resolved.
Jekaterina addresses me, her dark pupils glimmering. “You’re very beautiful. Are you a model, too?”
I’m as taken aback by her speaking a fluent English as I am by her compliment, and need a few seconds to shake myself. “Um, no, I’m not.”
She raises a brow. “That’s funny. I would’ve sworn you were a model. So how did you two meet?”
“At an author conference.”
Yushka clears his throat. “Andrea writes books, and I’m featured on the cover of her last one.”
“Oh, how exciting.” Her lips curve upward. I can’t decide whether it’s a genuine smile or she’s faking it.
“Yes,” he continues. “That’s why we … uh … were bound to meet. They had organized a Meet-and-Greet for authors and cover models of their books.” Why does he sound like he’s trying to make an excuse?
She flutters her long lashes at me. “What kind of books do you write?”
Before I can answer, her father walks over to a cabinet and picks up a bunch of papers. “All right, enough chit-chat.” His voice booms like thunder.

Book trailer
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Book Links:
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About the other books in the series

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The Perfect Shoot (book #1)
When Andrea Johnson, writing as author Cindy Vega, signed up for a Meet & Greet with the cover model of her latest book, she didn’t expect sparks to fly. Yushka is dangerously good-looking and too young for her. But their connection is instantaneous, and during a photo shoot with the two, the photographer picks up on their growing attraction. Seeing the potential for THE cover photo of the century, he decides to push their comfort limits…

Get The Perfect Shoot at http://www.evernightpublishing.com/the-perfect-shoot-by-lea-bronsen/

Mine to Love (book #2)
The writing conference in sunny Cannes was fantastical, a dream. Back at home, reality catches up with author Andrea Johnson and the sexy cover model of her book, Yushka. With tough working schedules, challenging family relations, and seductive temptation from all sides, the couple’s explosive romance is put to the test. Will their love be strong enough to have a future?

Get Mine to Love at http://www.evernightpublishing.com/mine-to-love-by-lea-bronsen/

About Lea Bronsen:

I like my reads hot, fast, and edgy, and strive to give my own stories the same intensity. After venturing into dirty inner-city crime drama with my debut novel Wild Hearted, I divide my writing time between psychological thriller, suspense romance, and erotic dark/contemporary romance.

I love to hear from my readers! Write to leabronsen@yahoo.com or meet me on:
Website / Lea’s Crazy Nights Blog / Facebook profile / Facebook page / Twitter / Amazon

Thank you, Lea, for stopping by Book Reviews by janisf and leisha.  It was great to have you here to share your Hot Model Mine series with us.

As Always, Keep Writing/Keep Reading ~ janisf

After the Fire (One Pass Away Book 3) by Mary J. Williams

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After the Fire is a Contemporary Sports Romance with a sexy quarterback, a girl from the past and decisions that changed their lives.

It’s the third book in Mary’s One Pass Away series but all books can be read as a standalone. Recommended for readers over 18 years old.

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My Four Star review:

After the Fire is the first book I’ve read by Mary J Williams and I’m looking forward to reading the other novels in this series.

Gaige Benson stole my heart in the very first chapter.  At the age of 13 he found a football and taught himself how to throw it. Kids from Brooklyn didn’t dream of big and better but things changed for Gaige after he sent a football sailing into a strangers hands.  From that day forward football meant everything to Gaige.  He played in high school, got a full football scholarship to Yale and was the first pick in the NFL draft.  Things were right on track for this talented, smart, good looking young man.

Violet Reed has dreams of her own and the big one is becoming a doctor.  A chance meeting sends the ball sailing in this very well written story.  It’s full of emotion, laughs, friendship, football and of course love.

If you enjoy a nice “second chance love” kind of story, then definitely pick up this book.

 

More About After the Fire:

“In his lifetime, Gaige Benson has dreamed of only two things. Playing football and Violet Reed.
WELCOME TO THE NFL
The Seattle Knights have the hottest players in the game. On and off the field.
Second Chances. First Love.
Gaige Benson is the NFL’s golden boy. He’s done it all. Won every award. Except that elusive Super Bowl ring. This year he is hanging up his cleats and he plans on going out a winner.
Even a golden boy has secrets. Will Gaige’s past be the one thing that derails his future?
Violet Reed almost lost it all. Her sight, her dreams of becoming a doctor, and the only man she ever loved. A miracle saved the first two. Sixteen years later she is getting her second chance at love.
Secrets kept them apart. Will the truth separate them forever?”

Find Mary Here: Facebook, Internet, Goodreads, Twitter, Amazon.

One Pass Away:  After the Rain (Book 1), After all these Years (Book 2), After the Fire (Book 3).

I received a copy of this novel directly from NetGalley.

As Always, Keep Writing/Keep Reading ~ janisf

Who is Alice England?

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Update October 2, 2016

Join in the fun and find out exactly who Alice England is in this fun Scavenger Hunt.  Follow the clues and collect all the letters.  Just click the letter below.

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August 10, 2016

For the past few months I’ve been asking you, “Who is Alice England?”

Well, I subscribed to her mailing list and I got this e-mail this morning.  I wanted to share it with you in hopes you will follow along, help me find the secret surprises and determine exactly what Alice is up to.

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 Message from Alice England: 

Hello Again,

Can you guess what I have been doing over the past few weeks? I’ve been making a website for my father’s business.

I’m proud of my family’s company, England’s Funeral Parlor. My Great-Uncle Maurice changed the name to Tranquility Funerals in the 1990s but I prefer the original name. When I take over the business one day, I think I will probably change it back.

When I’m not studying or at school, I have a part time job at the funeral parlor. It’s my role to arrange trinkets and mementos on the bodies, to pass out sprigs of rosemary at funerals, and to serve drinks at the post-service tea. It’s a nice job. Much better than working at a fast food outlet like the other kids in the senior year at Damascus Cove High. The things people give us to place in the casket with their loved ones can be very interesting.

I do hope you will visit our website and click on some of the things you see, as you never know what secret surprises are hiding behind the obvious. The website is here:www.englandsfuneralparlor.com

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Need to get caught up, check out my other Who is Alice England? posts.

Post from May: https://bookreviewsjanisf.com/2016/05/04/who-is-alice-england/

Post from July:  https://bookreviewsjanisf.com/2016/07/27/who-is-alice-england-2/

As Always, Keep Writing/Keep Reading ~ janisf