A Gem And A Giveaway!

Do you love discovering new authors as much as I do? It’s like finding a hidden gem and a wonderful feeling when you discover a new author that just pulls you in from the very first line. . . like this one:

Danielle Lake was fifteen years old the first time she saw a dead body.

Secrets She Knew - A Secrets and Lies Suspense Novel by D.L Wood did that and then some. This was the first book by D.L. Wood that I’ve read, but I can say I’ve become a fan.     

A Decade-plus old Murder. A killer behind bars. A detective that can’t let the case go. It has it all.

As a teenager, Dani Lake finds the body of her friend, Jennifer Cartwright and her life is forever changed. 

The incident shaped Dani’s future career as a police officer and later as a detective. Dani never believed the sweet man convicted of Jennifer’s death was guilty. Through the years, the case has called out to her. Dani is determined to find out the truth behind the murder no matter the cost.

When Dani accidentally stumbles onto Jennifer’s diary, the case that was once closed tight suddenly is blown wide open, and the identity of the killer will take you by surprise. I loved the mystery, the suspense, the characters, and the sleepy little town that has held a secret no one ever expected. If you like edge-of-your-seat suspense and an ending that will keep you guessing throughout the entire book, then this one is for you. I loved it.

What about you? Have you discovered any new authors lately that made you want to read more of their books? If so, leave a comment with your email address for a chance to win an e-book copy of Secrets She Knew.

Here’s a little about Secrets She Knew:

Boston police detective Dani Lake dreads returning to her small hometown of Skye, Alabama, for her ten-year high school reunion--and not just for the normal reasons.

At only fifteen, Dani tragically discovered the body of her murdered classmate, setting in motion the process that led to the unjust conviction of her dear friend and an unshakable burden of guilt she carries to this day. So when new evidence surfaces during her trip home which suggests the truth Dani's always suspected, she embarks on a mission to expose the real killer, aided by Skye detective Chris Newton--who happens to be the man Dani's best friend is dying to set her up with, and also the only person who believes her.

But when Dani pushes too hard, someone pushes back, endangering Dani and those closest to her as she unearths secrets deeper and darker than she ever expected to learn--secrets that may bring the truth to light, if they don't get her killed first.

D.L. Wood is an award-winning author, attorney and worship leader who writes Clean Captivating Fiction that entertains AND uplifts. She loves the art of storytelling, particularly any story involving suspense or the epic struggle of good versus evil. In her faith-laced suspense novels, Wood tries to give her readers the same thing she wants: a “can’t-put-it-down-stay-up-till-3am-story” that stays clean without sacrificing an iota of quality, believability or adrenaline. If she isn’t writing, you’ll either catch her practicing behind the keys or curled up with a cup of tea and her Westies, bingeing on the latest Sherlock series. She lives in North Alabama with her husband, twin daughters, and Westies, Frodo and Dobby.

All the best...

Mary Alford

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