I am happy to showcase another Wild Press author on my blog today! Folks, I have read this book and as you’ll see from my review, I enjoyed it immensely! But I’ll let Debby tell you about it.
Thank you, Jan, for hosting me on your blog today!
I love both the ocean and mountains. I live near the ocean, and thankfully my cousins live a few hours away in North Carolina. The idea for Mountain Blaze came to me while we were all touring the area around Asheville, NC. It was Fall, and the spectacular display of color against the backdrop of the Smoky Mountains was breathtaking. We hiked a while and discovered a scenic overlook which revealed a stream winding through the valley below.
We came upon a small ranch with cabins to rent and horseback riding. As we waited for the horses to be saddled for a trail ride, my writer’s imagination replaced the nice older man with a handsome cowboy. Now, what would be his story? As we rode through the lush woods, the air fragrant with the smell of pine, Dillon McCoy took shape in my mind.
We drove down the mountain into Waynesville. This is a great little town where I discovered Mast General. A fun old-fashioned country store, this is one of my favorite places to shop. We decided to stop in a café, and while sipping a delicious cup of coffee, I noticed an attractive woman seated at an adjacent table. Her clothes were stylish. She looked as if she had just walked off Fifth Avenue. Once again, my writer’s imagination took over, and Diana Thompson was born. Now, what circumstances could bring the cowboy and the wealthy city girl together?
In all my books, I like to have some type of mystery. So not only do Diana and Dillon need to meet, they must discover what outside force is determined to keep them apart and endanger their lives.
Mountain Blaze blurb:
Disillusioned by his wife’s betrayal, rodeo star Dillon McCoy comes home to the mountains of North Carolina to lick his wounds. When he agrees to take over the family ranch, the Lazy M, he’s unaware danger waits.
Diana Thompson is having doubts about her engagement to Trent Sawyer. She agrees to leave Chapel Hill and spend Thanksgiving with her friend Jenn at the Lazy M. When Diana and Dillon meet, neither can deny their attraction, but both must resolve past relationships while fighting their growing desire.
After Dillon turns down an anonymous offer to purchase the ranch, attempts are made on his life. When a body is found, Dillon sets out to discover who wants the McCoy land enough to commit murder.
Excerpt:
Once she made it to the trees, the snow was deeper. Sinking to her knees, Diana struggled to move quickly. Knowing her trail would be easily followed, she pushed on. Not having a clue where she was going, Diana hoped to spot a landmark she’d recognize from their trail rides. Was Dillon coming? Did he know she was missing? Surely by now he was looking for her. But how long would it take for him to realize she was at the ranch?
Breathless, her hands and feet numb, she wiped tears from her cheeks. Stop it. You have to remain strong to survive. She gritted her teeth. Why had she changed from her sturdy boots to these fancy leather ones. She could almost hear Jenn now, “Girl, what’s the matter with you?”
None of this made any sense. What in the world was she doing lost in the woods in the snow running from a killer?
MY REVIEW:
Sizzling romance, murder and blackmail Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2020 Verified Purchase.
Diana, a wealthy socialite with her entire life laid out ahead of her questions whether or not she is in love with her fiance, Trent. When a friend suggests a getaway to her family’s ranch, Diana is unprepared for the sparks that fly between her and Dillon McCoy, a rodeo cowboy. They could not be more opposite. I loved how this author took two flawed people and wove their lives together into an intricate web. This story has it all from sizzling romance to murder, blackmail, and cheating. I couldn’t put it down. I had to know what would happen to Diana and Dillon and whether they would confess their love for each other – that is if they lived long enough. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and will be picking up other novels from this author!
Bio:
Award winning author, Debby Grahl, lives on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, with her husband, David. Besides writing, she enjoys biking, walking on the beach and a glass of wine at sunset. Her favorite places to visit are New Orleans, New York City, Captiva Island in Florida, the Cotswolds of England, and her home state of Michigan. She is a history buff who also enjoys reading murder mysteries, time travel, and, of course, romance. Visually impaired since childhood by Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), she uses screen-reading software to research and write her books. His Magic Touch, a paranormal romance, was released by Wild Rose Press December 5, 2018. Her latest book, Mountain Blaze, was released November 2.
You can find Debby at the following:
Website — www.debbygrahl.com
Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/debbygrahlauthor?ref=br_rs
Bookbub — https://www.bookbub.com/search/authors?search=debby%20grahl
Twitter — https://twitter.com/DebbyGrahl
Other books by Debby Grahl – Amazon Author Page — https://www.amazon.com/Debby-Grahl/e/B00B34HM26
B&N —https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Debby+Grahl?_requestid=5525094
Great review but not my genre.
John, thanks for taking the time to stop by. If you know of anyone who likes romantic suspense, please let them know about Mountain Blaze.
Totally understand, John, but thank you for your support!
I enjoyed the excerpt and added this to my TBR:)
Wonderful, Denise. I know you will enjoy it!
This sounds like a page-turner. Looks like I’m adding another to my overflowing Kindle.
Lol, Pete. It’s an affliction that we all suffer from. 🙂 This was a really good story and I enjoyed it! Thanks for dropping by!
Thank you for the introduction to Debby, Jan, and for hosting her today.
John, thanks so much for stopping by!
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My pleasure, John! Thanks for stopping by!
I love the cover. The book sounds as good as the cover looks.
Linda, thank you so much!
Hi, Linda! Thanks for stopping by to help support Debby! The book is an amazing read!
Sounds like a wonderful book. Good luck with it!
Jennifer, thanks so much!
It is a great read, Jennifer! Thanks for stopping by to support Debby!
Great interview. Your book sounds wonderful.
Donna, thanks for stopping by!
Thank you, Donna, for stopping by! It’s a great read!
This sounds very exciting, Jan. Great to learn about Debby and this book.
It was a very good book and I enjoyed it immensely! Thanks for stopping by, Robbie!
Robbie, thanks so much!
Hi,
Just reading about her background made me want to read the book. I’ve never read anything of hers before but now I will. Thanks for introducing her. The Wild Rose Press has some very interesting and engaging authors.
Shalom aleichem,
Pat Garcia
Thank you, Pat! I really enjoyed this book and I think you will too! It’s a great romance with lots of mystery thrown in!
Pat, thank you so much! I hope you enjoy the book!
I love the inspiration for this story. Best wishes, Debby.
Thanks, Jan.
It is always fascinating to learn how a story is born and the elements that inspire it. Thank you for stopping by, Staci!
Pat, thank you so much! I hope you enjoy the book!
Staci, thanks for stopping by!
Mountain Blaze sounds fascinating! Good luck, Debby!
It is a great read, Parris! Thank you for stopping by!
Thanks, Parris!
Jan, a lovely review and I enjoyed reading Debby Grahl’s introduction to the book and the excellent excerpt. It sounds like a terrific story of contrasts, romance & murder! Wow! One to add to my tbr list! Many thanks for sharing.
It is a really good story, Annika, and I think you will enjoy it. I certainly did! Thank you for stopping by!
Annika, thanks so much! I’m thrilled by the wonderful reviews the book is getting.