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Crow Moon by Suzie Aspley#Extract #Giveaway #AMarthaStrangewaysInvestigationBook1

  I am delighted to introduce the first in a new series by debut writer, Suzie Aspley . The atmospheric thriller, Crow Moon was published by Orenda on March 14th. Today I have an extract for you to read and the chance to win a print copy of Crow Moon . Details on how to enter are at the foot of this post. When the crow moon rises, the darkness is unleashed… Martha Strangeways is struggling to find purpose in her life, after giving up her career as an investigative reporter when her young twins died in a house fire. Overwhelmed by guilt and grief, her life changes when she stumbles across the body of a missing teenager – a tragedy that turns even more sinister when a poem about crows is discovered inked onto his back... When another teenager goes missing in the remote landscape, Martha is drawn into the investigation, teaming up with DI Derek Summers, as malevolent rumours begin to spread and paranoia grows. As darkness descends on the village of Strathbran, it soon becomes

The House at Greenacres by Darcie Boleyn #GuestPost #Review



I am delighted to welcome Darcie Boleyn to the blog today to celebrate her latest novel, The House at Greenacres



All roads lead home…

When Holly Dryden fled Penhallow Sands nearly a year ago she was determined to put the past – and Rich Turner – behind her. But now an unexpected loss and financial trouble has led her back to the family vineyard and it’s time to tell Rich the truth – he’s a father.

Surrounded by the memories of what they once shared Holly’s anger fades in the glow of Rich’s undeniable love for their son and the way he selflessly steps in to help the vineyard out of trouble. As Holly watches Rich flourish in his new role as father to baby Luke, she realises that though they can’t change the past, the future is still theirs to write…

An uplifting, emotional romance set in Cornwall perfect for fans of Holly Martin and Phillipa Ashley

Darcie has kindly let us have her playlist to accompany the novel - and here it is...




Playlist for The House at Greenacres

  1. Lady Gaga – Always Remember Us This Way – https://youtu.be/5vheNbQlsyU

2.    Calum Scott – You are the Reason – https://youtu.be/ShZ978fBl6Y

3.    Natalie Cole – Wild Women Do –https://youtu.be/MuAHV8ybdeY

4.     LeAnn Rimes – Can’t Fight the Moonlight –https://youtu.be/MIF8nvl1xHw

5.     Justin Timberlake – Can’t Stop the Feeling – https://youtu.be/ru0K8uYEZWw

6.    Pharell Williams – Happy – https://youtu.be/y6Sxv-sUYtM

7.   Maroon 5 – Sugar – https://youtu.be/09R8_2nJtjg

8.   Keith Urban – Coming Home – https://youtu.be/iC7wWFQUUqU


My Thoughts

 Full of family and friends, The House at Greenacres is a heart-warming and enjoyable read. Holly proves to be a caring character who appreciates the life and community she has at Penhallow Sands. Rich turns out to be a harder character to read. You are gradually introduced to the demons in his past and to understand why he felt he could not commit to Holly. However, it takes time to get to know him and to see his hidden depths.

    I particularly liked the secondary characters, especially Holly's grandmother. It was good to see how loved she was despite her eccentric behaviour and she certainly contributed some humorous touches to the story. You never get to actually meet Holly's grandfather as he has died before the story started but his strong personality lingers in the farmhouse. I can foresee a sequel to the story, especially centred around Holly's friend, Fran and fingers crossed, there will be one. 

In short: A mix of family, friendship and beautiful Cornwall adds up to a great read.

About the Author


 

Darcie Boleyn has a huge heart and is a real softy. She never fails to cry at books and movies, whether the ending is happy or not. Darcie is in possession of an overactive imagination that often keeps her awake at night. Her childhood dream was to become a Jedi but she hasn’t yet found suitable transport to take her to a galaxy far, far away. She also has reservations about how she’d look in a gold bikini, as she rather enjoys red wine, cheese and loves anything with ginger or cherries in it – especially chocolate. Darcie fell in love in New York, got married in the snow, rescues uncoordinated greyhounds and can usually be found reading or typing away on her laptop.


You can follow Darcie here: Twitter  |  Website 
 
Book link: Amazon UK   |  Kobo UK   |  Google Books UK 
               |  Apple Books UK
 
Thanks to Darcie Boleyn, and Ellie Pilcher of Canelo for the interview and a place on the tour.
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