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10.21.2020

The Light of Wyndcliff ~ Review with Author Q&A and Giveaway

The Light of Wyndcliff

Cornwall #3
By Sarah E. Ladd
Evelyn Bray has called Wyndcliff home since her grandfather's disgrace took her from the life she should have had - a life of wealth and privilege. She has lived on the promise of restoration that her mother gave her, but the years have passed, and Evelyn is no closer to the life that should have been hers. With her mother pursuing a life without her, Evelyn must decide how the rest of her life will proceed - one of her Grandfather's choosing, the elusive dream of her mother, or one that she finds for herself. Change is coming, and the arrival of the new master of Wyndcliff Hall isn't the only one.
Liam Twethewey has a dream - a dream he hopes will bring financial aid to the tenants of Pevlyn and stability to the estate and himself. But Pevlyn isn't what he expected; the financial situation is direr than he was lead to believe, and the estate is in a deteriorating state in need of attention. But trust for a newcomer is not easily won, and there seem to be many who are working contrary to his goals.
When a shipwreck occurs shortly after Liam's arrival, he is shocked at the behavior of those who live along the coast and their attitude towards the wreck. With but two survivors, Liam opens his home to them as they hopefully recover. Evelyn helps as she can, though her grandfather frowns upon her taking part in such common activities. But helping out at Wyndcliff leaves her with questions about the night of the shipwreck. Questions that she and Liam both want answers to. But learn the truth can be dangerous, especially when keeping secrets has become a way of life.
This is the third book in The Cornwall novels series, and it is as delightful a read as the first two books. I appreciate this glimpse into the past, which in this case, is 1820. Life isn't easy, and livelihood depends upon the estate one finds oneself living near or on, which in this case has not been tended to since the death of Liam's great uncle. While this is a Historical Romance/Fiction, there is a thread of mystery that runs through it. This is most definitely a book that will draw one in from the opening page that sets the stage for Evelyn's life in the years to come. This book can be enjoyed without reading the previous books in the series, but I would recommend going back to read them afterward if you haven't yet enjoyed them.
I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I provide my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.
About the Book: 
The Light at Wyndcliff
Paperback: 352 Pages
Publisher: Thomas Nelson (October 13, 2020)

Set in 1820s Cornwall, this Regency romance evokes the captivating worlds and delicious dramas of Jane Austen, Daphne DuMaurier, and Winston Graham.

Raised on the sprawling and rugged Wyndcliff Estate near the dangerous coast of South Cornwall, Evelyn Bray lives with her grandfather, a once-wealthy man reduced to the post of steward. Evelyn is still grieving her father’s death and her mother’s abandonment when a passing ship is dashed against the rocks. The only survivors, a little girl and her injured mother, are rescued and brought to Wyndcliff Hall.

Liam Twethewey is just twenty-two when he inherits Wyndcliff Estate from his great uncle. His optimistic plans to open a china clay pit to employ the estate’s tenants meets unexpected resistance, and the rumors of smuggling and illegal activity challenge his new-found authority. Though wise beyond his years, young Liam quickly finds himself out of his depth in this land where long-held secrets and high-stakes agendas make no room for newcomers.

Brought together by troubling questions surrounding the shipwreck, Evelyn and Liam uncover even darker mysteries shrouding the estate. But as they untangle truths from deceptions, their loyalties separate them—and their budding love might not be strong enough to overcome the distance.

Purchase Links

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About Sarah E. Ladd

 Sarah E. Ladd received the 2011 Genesis Award in historical   romance for The Heiress of Winterwood. She is a graduate of   Ball State University and has more than ten years of marketing   experience. Sarah lives in Indiana with her amazing family and
 a spunky Golden Retriever.

 Connect with Sarah

  Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram




Author Q/A:

1) What attracted you to this time period?
 
I was drawn to this period by ... reading! 

Growing up I loved the literature and poetry of the Romantic Period, and the Regency Era overlaps this time. I adored Austen, Keats, and Byron and how they each gave us a glimpse into their world through their writing. The more I learned about that time in history, the more I wanted to know about it, and that is what started my research. 
 
2) Who is you favorite character to date in this series?
 
This is easy for me ... Evelyn Bray from The Light at Wyndcliff. (But that isn't really a fair answer, because my favorite characters are always the ones that I am either currently writing or have just written!) 
 
 
3) What one question do you wish you were asked and how would you answer it?
 
Interesting question! 

No one has ever asked me the following question: If you were to write in another time period besides the Regency Era, what time period would you choose? 

My answer would be Edwardian England ... which takes place roughly a century after the Regency Era! Like the Regency Era, the Edwardian Era was a time of great social change, I think that social change is a great way to ground fiction into actual history.


Enter the Giveaway:
One (1) winner will win a copy of The Light of Wyndcliff
Entry limited to those with a US mailing address only
The giveaway will run from October 21, 2020, 12:00 am CDT
to October 27, 2020, 11:59 pm CDT.
The winner will have 24 hours to respond, or an alternate winner will be
selected. 


Sarah E. Ladd’s TLC Book Tours TOUR STOPS:

Monday, October 12th: Amy’s Book-et List and @amysbooketlist

Monday, October 12th: She Just Loves Books and @shejustlovesbooks

Wednesday, October 14th: From the TBR Pile

Thursday, October 15th: @addie.yoder

Sunday, October 18th: @nurse_bookie

Monday, October 19th: @the_unwined

Tuesday, October 20th: Christian Chick’s Thoughts

Wednesday, October 21st: Blooming with Books

Thursday, October 22nd: Reading Reality

Monday, October 26th: What is That Book About – excerpt

Wednesday, October 28th: @myreadingchronicles

Wednesday, October 28th: @lowkey.bookish

Friday, October 30th: @shobizreads

Monday, November 2nd: Leighellen Landskov and @mommaleighellensbooknook

Wednesday, November 4th: Books Cooks Looks

Thursday, November 5th: @adrianna.reads

Friday, November 6th: Living My Best Book Life and @livingmybestbooklife

Monday, November 9th: Laura’s Reviews and @laurasreviews_1

Wednesday, November 11th: @booktimistic

Friday, November 13th: @rendezvous_with_reading

Tuesday, October 13th: @thebookdistiller

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8.26.2020

Poison's Dance ~ Review with Mini Interview

Poison's Dance
Beyond the Tales #3
By Tricia Mingerink

High King Alexander has been awake from his broken curse for over a year now. He survived a plot by King Cassius to curse him, though not without cost to his friend Daemyn Rand. When he receives an invitation from Queen Valinda of Tuckawassee to visit her kingdom and accept her sister's hand in marriage.

Alex is not looking to marry, not when he still has so much to learn and do as High King. But the potential of peace is too great to ignore at least considering a marriage alliance with Prince Tamya. But the treachery of Tuckawassee can't be put aside, for this offer of peace could be a trap to ensnare Alex in yet another curse. Relying once again on Daemyn century of experience, Alex sets out to give peace a chance.

Tamya loves her sisters and her kingdom, and she'll do what she needs to secure a better life for them all. But marriage to a stranger? She's not sure she is willing to do this, especially if it means trapping the High King in their curse too. But for her sisters, she's ready to do it. To do otherwise would be going against her sister and her queen, but Valinda's plan just feels wrong somehow.

The treachery of Tuckawassee knows no bounds, and soon Daemyn and Alex are facing choices neither thought he'd have to make - love or duty - life or death. 

Poison's Dance is the third book in the Beyond the Tales series and totally worth reading. Now I will say I highly recommend reading the previous books first (Dagger's Sleep and Midnight's Curse) just so you have the back story upon which this book is built. You can enjoy this book without this foundation, but why would you want to.

I really like Daemyn, but I have enjoyed seeing Alex grow through this series. This story is yet another stepping stone in his journey to becoming the High King he is meant to be. Alex is offered the chance to bring peace to the kingdoms but is this the path the Highest King has set before him or a temptation to lure him away from the one he is to follow? The interaction between the 12 sisters is most definitely a complex and complicated one. Is loyalty more important than righteousness? How is Tamya to decide?

I was provided with a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I offer my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.

About the Book:

Beyond the Tales #3 

If he falls to the lure of the curse, the dance might trap him forever. 

Alex has survived his first year as High King. The new council has improved cooperation between the kingdoms, and peace seems achievable. When the Tuckawassee queen sends him an invitation he can't refuse, Alex must once again face his greatest threat for the sake of peace. 

Princess Tamya of Tuckawassee, along with her eleven sisters, has danced from sunset until sunrise every night of her life. It is her gift and her curse. When Queen Valinda wishes to use the power their cursed dance gives them to rule all of Tallahatchia, Tamya must decide if she will do what is right even if it betrays her own sister. 

Daemyn Rand has survived a hundred years' worth of battles. All he wants to do now is safely marry his princess. Will he be forced to choose between the love of his life and the high king he has loyally served for years? 

They have faced certain death before. This time, they might not make it out alive. 

Don't miss this re-envisioning of the Twelve Dancing Princesses fairy tale. 

Purchase Link: Amazon 

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Series Link 



Author Bio:

Tricia Mingerink is a twenty-something, book-loving, horse-riding country girl. She lives in Michigan with her family and their pack of pets. When she isn't writing, she can be found pursuing backwoods adventures across the country. 

Find her online at: 

Website || Goodreads || Facebook || Twitter || Instagram || Amazon




Mini Interview with Tricia:

1)  If you had to pick another format for your books to be shared through, what would it be - musical, movie, public readings, serial release(a chapter at a time), graphic novel?

I've always thought a movie of my books would be cool...as long as the movies were as well done as the Lord of the Rings movies, lol. 
 
2)  Who is your favorite character (or two) in your Beyond the Tales series? 

Daemyn will always be a favorite. He's the quiet, tortured hero that always seems to pop up in my books one way or another. And, Alex is near and dear to my heart. 

3) What one question do you wish you would be asked, and how would you answer it?

I love getting humorous or wacky questions rather than the standard, author interview questions. I like humor. 

For example, my favorite interview question I have ever been asked was during a school visit to a 5th-grade class (taught by my brother). One of his students asked, "how does your writing inspire your home decor?" It was a rather insightful and interesting question for a 5th grader, and it took me a few moments to answer. I ended up telling the class how I have decorated my library with medieval weaponry. I currently own a cheap knock-off replica of Eowyn's helmet from the Lord of the Rings movies, a claymore, 2 other swords, a Roman gladius, 6 Blades of Acktar style knives, a Bowie knife (like Daemyn or Rosanna would carry in Beyond the Tales), and a small battle ax that a friend gave me for my birthday. And, yes, the fifth graders then asked if I had ever used the battle-ax, and, no, the battle ax is just a decoration. I've never used it. I had a really riveted fifth-grade class, and that whole school visit was so much fun! 

So, I guess, I wish more people asked questions the way fifth graders do, lol. 


Tour Schedule:

Five Reasons to Read:
Knitted by God's Plan
Light and Shadows

Guest Posts:
Live. Love. Read.: Writing Allegorical Fairy Tales
The Heart of a Scribe: The Castles of Tallahatchia
Abby's Blog: The Places of Tallahatchia


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6.08.2020

The Earl's Winning Wager ~ Review with Giveaway and Interview

Welcome to Day One of 
The Earl's Winning Wager 
Blog Tour
The Earl's Winning Wager
Lords for the Sisters of Sussex #2
By Jen Geigle Johnson

 This is the second book in the Lords for the Sisters of Sussex and the Duke of Granbury in an underhanded manner, at least in Lord Morley's opinion, hands off his responsibilities of the Standish sisters. Gerald knows his best friend lost them and the estates and holdings on purpose in an attempt to help him find a wife. Miss Standish caught his eye before but not in any meaningful way, now he finds himself charmed by her and her sisters. 

 Miss June Standish is determined to see her sisters all married and happy and she finds the attentions of Lord Morley just a bit confusing. One moment he seems to show an interest in her and in the next speaks of helping her and her sisters find suitable gentlemen to whom they might form an attachment. Having never expecting to have her own heart touched June is at a loss as to what to make of this situation. A situation in which she is not fully aware of all the particulars - like that she and her sisters were stakes in a card game. June wants her independence and the chance to decide her own future but as the poor offspring of a once noble house, her choices and options are few.

 Can these two find love and happiness together or will the truth of their situations be the very thing that keeps them apart? 

 This is a sweet, clean enjoyable read that won't spoil your day or your mood. Not too long it is perfect for a long Saturday afternoon or for a chapter here or there during the week. If you are a fan of gentle reads, clean fiction, and the Regency period you have found the newest book in your summer TBR list.

 I was provided a copy of this book with no expectations but my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.
About the Book:
Lord Morley's life will change forever when he wins a game of cards and a family of sisters to go along with it.

Miss Standish in none too pleased to have become the responsibility of yet another Lord, even if he is full of charm and goodness. Her responsibilities are to her sisters first.

With the repairs on the castle moving forward nicely and concerted efforts in a season in Bath made to find suitors for them all, Miss Standish and Lord Morley must determine where duty stops and matters of the heart take over.

Read this warm tale of family, sisters, loyalty, and love to get a huge dose of the best part of a regency romance fans of Jane Austen or Georgette Heyer would enjoy.


Author Interview:

1) What do you most like about this era?


I love gentlemen. I love ladies who are passionate and work within the constraints society has given. I love pretty dresses.



2) What one author past or present would you like to mentor you?

I’d love to talk to Jane Austen. How did she capture so many in such a way that people are imitating her style for so many years later?

3) What one book would you recommend that everyone read?

Everyone should read …. One book? One single book? Read your scriptures. Read God’s Word. Then, cheat and read another book too, read a book that captures you so completely you feel like you are living in that world, with characters that are as real as your neighbors, more so, and that when you put it down, you are better for having experienced the story.

4) Do you have a favorite author that you would recommend?

I love Heather B. Moore and Rebecca Connolly. I love to read the authors in the Regency House Party Series. They each have their own style and their stories really pull me in. 

5) What one question do you wish you would be asked and how would you answer it?

My main hope when I write stories is that the readers will leave feeling better than they did when they started. My love for the person reading the words is far greater than any story I write. 


About the Author
An award-winning author, including the GOLD in Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards, Jen Geigle Johnson discovered her passion for England while kayaking on the Thames near London as a young teenager. 

She once greeted an ancient turtle under the water by grabbing her fin. She knows all about the sound a water-ski makes on glassy water and how to fall down steep moguls with grace. During a study break date in college, she sat on top of a jeep's roll bars up in the mountains and fell in love. 

Now, she loves to share bits of history that might otherwise be forgotten. Whether in Regency England, the French Revolution, or Colonial America, her romance novels are much like life is supposed to be: full of adventure.



Giveaway
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Giveaway ends June 14 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time.
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4.07.2020

Author Q&A with Bonnie Leon ~ Interview

Today Blooming with Books is hosting Bonnie Leon author of One Hundred Valleys.

1) If you had to pick another format for your books to be shared what would it be -
musical, movie, public readings, serial release(a chapter at a time), graphic
novel?

I would choose movies. I love movies, all sorts of genres, except horror. Often
times while watching a well-done movie I pay close attention to how a scene is
set up, how characters communicate through body language, and how tension
builds through a scene. There is a lot to learn from a good movie. Plus settling
down in my comfiest clothes with a blanket and possibly a bowl of popcorn, then
allowing myself to be caught up in the story playing on the screen is always fun.
Still, I prefer novels, but occasionally a movie is better than “the book”.

2) What one author past or present would you like to mentor you?

 John Steinbeck is at the top of my list. Many of his stories are dark and tend to look at
the underbelly of humanity, but I love the depth of his writing. It often feels melodic to
me, like a composition by Beethoven or Bach. It’s not unusual for me to read and reread
a portion of his work to get a better grasp of how he created the emotion and intensity of
a scene. He could take the simplest thing, like a fly, and use it to create tension. In my
mind, he was a writing genius.

3)  What one book would you recommend that everyone read?

Hinds Feet On High Places is the first book that comes to mind. It is an allegory, something I’ve never written, and it has been many years since I read the book, but I can still feel the power and impact of the story. Through the years, I’ve purchased many copies and have given them to people I thought could use the blessing of the truths it contains. I’ve lost count of how many.

It is a book with the capacity to change lives.





Oh, I love that book and its sequel Mountains of Spice. You are right this is an excellent book and for me to it has been several years since I've last read it.


4)  Do you have a favorite author that you would recommend?

Choosing only one favorite author is so difficult. There are many wonderful, creative and gifted writers. This is an agonizing decision.

If I must choose only one, it would have to be Lynn Austen. She creates entertaining
and heartfelt historical novels. Once I begin reading I cannot walk away from the book.
She always hooks me from the very beginning and the story is never a disappointment.
Ms. Austen packs a great deal of historical detail into her books and manages to do so
without intruding on the story. I always come away from one of her books not only
inspired but better educated.

5) What one question do you wish you would be asked and how would you answer it?
“Is being a writer a gift or a curse?”

 It is definitely a gift, but I cannot deny that sometimes it can feel like a curse.
I am thankful for the gift of writing, which was given to by God when I most needed
something in my life that required creativity, dedication and purpose. And I am forever
grateful for His mercy and provision.

Through the years, because of writing, I’ve met some of the most interesting people.
Writers and others in the industry are truly fascinating. They are thoughtful, sometimes
quirky, and always intelligent. Many have kindness at their core and some have become
dear friends. My readers have been a huge source of blessing to me and because of
the magic of social networking, I hear from them often. They write to tell me they are
praying for me. Or they want to share a part of their life with me. Sometimes, something
I’ve written has touched their life in a special way and they just want me to know.
Hearing from them is always an encouragement.

There is a special beauty in being a writer. Crafting a novel is hard work and requires
hundreds of hours. Even so, creating characters and their story fulfills something deep
in my spirit that is more satisfying than most everything else in my life. I think it must be
very much like the work of an artist who creates a painting or a sculpture or a piece of
music. Crafting what we hope is a thing of beauty is our joy.

Well, thank you, Bonnie, for taking the time today to visit and share with us. 
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More about Bonnie Leon:
Bonnie Leon is the author of twenty-two novels, including the recently released One
Hundred Valleys, the popular Alaskan Skies and bestselling The Journey of Eleven Moons.

Bonnie’s books are being read internationally and she hears from readers in Australia, Europe, Poland, and even Africa. She enjoys speaking for women’s groups and mentoring up and coming authors.

Bonnie and her husband, Greg, live in Southern Oregon. They have three grown children and seven grandchildren.

Unveiling Truth Through Fiction

Now Available for purchase: One Hundred Valleys

After the death of her mother, Emmalin Hammond discovers she is not the heiress she’d always assumed she’d be. The revelation exposes her fiancé’s true intentions when he withdraws his marriage proposal, leaving Emmalin heartbroken and humiliated. When she discovers the father she believed to be dead is still alive and living in the Oregon Territory she decides it is time to meet the man who has been hidden from her all of her life.

Accompanied by her Uncle Jonathon, she sets out for the Oregon Territory in search of answers and hoping for a renewed relationship with her father. When tragedy strikes, she confronts the terrifying challenge of completing her quest alone. Faced with few options, she entrusts her life to a mountain man named Jacob Landon who agrees to transport her to a small settlement in Southern Oregon called Deer Creek, a place also known as the Land of One Hundred Valleys.

Emmalin is not prepared for the hardships of life in the Oregon wilderness. Each day presents a new challenge. Newfound friends, including the reserved Jacob Landon, who unexpectedly stirs her heart, come alongside to help her adapt. Yet she feels out of place. Should she brave the arduous journey back to Philadelphia for the life she once knew or remain and hope for something better in the Oregon wilderness?

Other titles by Bonnie Leon:

              The Journey of Eleven Moons  
              Return to the Misty Shore
              In the Land of White Nights, book two in the Northern Lights series.
              To Dance With Dolphins
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8.07.2019

Midnight's Curse ~ Review with Author Interview and Giveaway

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Welcome to the blog tour for Midnight's Curse, book two in the Beyond the Tales series by Tricia Mingerink. Beyond the Tales is a series of fairy tale retellings with hints of allegorical elements set in a world based on the Appalachian Mountains. 


Don't miss the giveaway at the end of this blog post nor the invitation to the 
Facebook party on Friday for more giveaways!


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Midnight's Curse
Beyond the Tales #2
By Tricia Mingerink

High King Alexander has awoken from his 100 years of sleep to a nation divided - the Seven Kingdoms of Tallahatchia are on the edge of yet another war and not sure that they want to be ruled once again by a High King.

Over the years Daemyn Rand has served the High King and with the curse broken finds himself still serving Alex. But his life is different now as he has found love in the Princess Rosanna the princess who broke the curse placed upon the High King. But the past still has its hand on him and the thought of living a normal life and aging with those around him is unfamiliar to him.

Elara Ashen spends her days bemoaning her existence as a maidservant in the home of Baroness Hackett. Elara wants the life that Monica and Beatrice Hackett have - a life of position, of silk gowns, balls, and wealth. And when the King Cassius of Pohatomie invites the High King of Tallahatchia to the Harvest Festival and all the noble persons of the kingdom are invited Elara's wish to attend seems the least possible thing in the world. At least, until a chance encounter with the loveliest Fae she could ever imagine offers her heart's desire. All she needs to do is accept the offered gift of a pair of glass slippers which will make her the envy of every woman and the desire of every man's heart, including the High King's!

But when Elara's dream takes a most unexpected turn she is forced to see just where her jealousy and discontent has lead her - straight into a mess that she doesn't want to be in. And worse she just may destroy all hopes of a reunited Tallahatchia unless she can find a way to stop the curse she now finds herself under.

This is a lovely sequel to Dagger's Sleep as it continues the story that was first presented there (the awakening of the High King). I really like how we see how both Daemyn and Alex are struggling with learning to accept how their lives are now Alex to a kingdom in disarray that has little use for what was and Daemyn who is no longer on a quest to find a princess to break the curse. If you like a twist on the traditional fairy tale this one will most certainly give you that - this is one Cinderella tale that you will want to read again and again.

I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I offer my honest opinion - all thoughts expressed are my own.



About the Book:
The glass slippers might be her dreams come true...or her worst nightmare. 

High King Alexander rules the Seven Kingdoms of Tallahatchia—a divided nation on the brink
of yet another war. When an invitation arrives from the king of Pohatomie, Alex knows it must
be a trap, but could it also be his opportunity to unite the kingdoms?

Daemyn Rand has lived a hundred years, served an arrogant prince, fallen in love with a
princess, and lost himself somewhere along the way. He has already died for his loyalty. Will
standing at the high king’s side cost him his last chance to truly live?

Elara Ashen is a lowly, miserable servant. All she wants is to spend even one night in a fancy
dress dancing with the high king. When she is offered a pair of glass slippers, it seems that all
her dreams have come true.

But dreams have a price, and gifts can be curses in disguise. What will it cost to stop this curse
from tearing Tallahatchia apart yet again?

Fairy tales meet the Appalachian Mountains in this adventurous fantasy retelling of the classic
Cinderella story.



Author Interview:
1)  Who (or) what is your favorite comfort read author or genre?
Light and humorous fairy tale retellings. They have always been my go-to comfort read from the time I was little. K.M. Shea, J.M. Stengl, Melanie Cellier are my favorites. K.M. Shea especially has a lot of retellings out there, and her writing is so hysterically funny all the time. I wish I could write as funny as she does. 

2)  What one author past or present would you like to mentor you? 

C.S. Lewis. He was seriously brilliant when it came to writing an allegorical story. The Chronicles of Narnia are so well written I get something new out of them every time I read them (and I re-read them at least once a year). I don't know how it is possible to pack so much into the books and still have the allegorical elements feel so natural and integral to the story. 

3)  How do you develop your setting (a photo, a trip, a random comment)? 

 Many of my settings are based on places I have actually been. Since I have never traveled outside of the United States yet, that means they are based on settings in the United States. It's a good thing we have such a variety of geography, lol. I write about waterfalls I have actually visited, trails I have walked, places my family got lost in, because it helps me bring the settings more alive on the page. 

4)  Do you have a favorite author that you would recommend?

A favorite author? Sorry, I can't pick just one, lol. For Christian fantasy: Jaye L. Knight, Morgan Huneke, Nadine Brandes, Jill Williamson, Morgan Busse. For fairy tale retellings, K.M. Shea, J.M. Stengl, Melanie Cellier, W.R. Gingell, Lucy Tempest, and many more are my favorites. I can come up with a mile-long list if you'd like, lol. 

I totally agree - whenever anyone asks for my favorite author I can never pick just one - Nope not possible. I love that some of the authors you named are on my list of favorites too - must be why I love your books we have similar tastes in reading!

5)  Who is your favorite character (or two) in Midnight's Curse? 

I love writing Alex, lol. He can be so annoyingly flawed at times but also so fun to write. It's a good thing I like writing about him since I have two more books with him as a main character. And also, Daemyn. Because Daemyn is awesome. 

6)  Midnight's Curse and the Dagger's Sleep, do you need to read one to read the other? Do you have a favorite? Why or why not?


It would certainly help to read Dagger's Sleep before Midnight's Curse because Midnight's Curse is a continuation with many of the same characters as the first book. But I did try to write Midnight's Curse so that you could jump straight into it if a Cinderella retelling sounded more appealing than a Sleeping Beauty retelling. You might be mildly confused at the beginning, but it shouldn't be impossibly confusing, if that makes sense.



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The first book in the series Dagger's Sleep, a Sleeping Beauty retelling where the prince is cursed to sleep and the princess must wake him, is on sale for $.99 on Kindle!
Follow this link to snag this deal while it lasts!

DSC09450-2About the Author

Tricia Mingerink is a twenty-something, book-loving, horse-riding country girl. She lives in Michigan with her family and their pack of pets. When she isn't writing, she can be found pursuing backwoods adventures across the country.

You can connect with Tricia on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Facebook Party!

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 The Facebook party should be a blast with giveaways of 
Midnight's Curse, 
Dagger's Sleep, 
and over ten other Cinderella retellings by indie authors!

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Blog Tour Giveaway 
 Enter to win signed copies of Dagger's Sleep and Midnight's Curse 
(it will be the actual copy, not a proof copy as shown) 
as well as a Currently Reading 4oz candle from Novelly Yours Candles. 
 Due to shipping, the giveaway is open to the US only. 
Void where prohibited. 

Blog Tour Schedule

Monday – August 5
Tuesday – August 6 – Release Day!
Wednesday – August 7
Thursday – August 8
Friday – August 9
Saturday – August 10
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