Welcome to another Tuesday celebrating bookish events, First Chapter/Intros, hosted by Bibliophile by the Sea; and Teaser Tuesdays hosted by Books & a Beat.
Today I’m sharing excerpts from a book written by a favorite author, Catherine McKenzie: the book, The Murder Game, she wrote as “Julie Apple,” the character in her novel Fractured.
Intro: (Prologue, March, 2008)
It was Laura who called to tell me the news.
“Meredith?” Her voice echoed down the bad connection, repeating itself like a rock skipping across the water. “It’s about Julian…”
I gripped the phone tightly as his name echoed through the receiver. Julian. Julian. Julian.
“Have you seen Lily?” I said through the lump in my throat.
“N0. She’s not seeing anyone. Not even Jonathan.”
My heart constricted again as this second name bounced across the world to me.
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Teaser: Headline News (June 11, 2007)
I woke shivering from the cold night air that had seeped in through the open window. Chris lay next to me, snoring softly with the covers tucked up under his chin. I looked at the clock. It was a quarter to seven. (1%).
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Synopsis: For fans of The Secret History and How to Get Away With Murder comes an exciting new voice in suspense fiction.
Ten years working as a prosecutor have left Meredith Delay jaded and unsure of what she wants out of life. She’s good at her job, but it haunts her. Her boyfriend wants her to commit, but she keeps him at arm’s length. Then Meredith is assigned to a high-profile prosecution involving the violent murder of a fallen hockey star. At first, it appears to be just another case to work. But when her old friend Julian is accused of the murder, it takes on a whole new dimension.
Meredith, Julian, Jonathan, and Lily were a tight-knit group in law school. But now, Jonathan’s defending Julian, and Lily’s loyalties aren’t clear. And when Julian invokes a rare—and risky—defense, Meredith is forced to confront their past.
Has something they played at as students finally been brought to death?
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What do you think? Does this one tempt you? Would you keep reading?
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Very tempted indeed Laurel – I like the voice in the opener and the synopsis indicating split loyalties between the group sounds intriguing too
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Thanks, Cleo, I’m very excited about this one. Enjoy yours, and I’m glad you could stop by.
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I really wonder what the call was about.
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Definitely! When I got to the teaser, it seemed as though we were going back into the past, and would lead up to events. Thanks for stopping by, Alice Audrey.
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I can’t wait to read this one, especially having recently read Fractured. It’s a neat idea, writing a mystery novel by one of your characters. 🙂 Thanks for sharing, Laurel-Rain. I hope you enjoy this one!
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Thanks, Wendy, all through Fractured, we knew the MC had written a book that led to her problems (stalker, etc.), so it was great to hear about this novel.
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This sounds very interesting to me, will see if the library has it.
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Thanks, Karen, glad you could stop by. Enjoy!
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This sounds like a really enticing premise, Laurel. Oh yes – I’d continue this one, alright. I hope you’re enjoying it:) This is my TT – https://sjhigbee.wordpress.com/2016/11/22/teaser-tuesday-22nd-november-2016/
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Thanks, Sarah, I hope to start this one today. Just finishing up Inheriting Edith. Enjoy your book, and thanks for visiting.
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I look forward to your review on Inheriting Edith. Yes, thank you – so far I’m having a blast with Blood Rush and very much hope the end is suitably satisfying.
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I love the writing of the teaser you have shared with us.
My teaser this week: https://collinesblog.com/2016/11/22/unwind-by-neil-shusterman/
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Thanks, Colline, and I’ll hop on over to yours! Enjoy!
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This sounds like such an intriguing read! I can’t wait to find out what happens next.
My teaser for the week.
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Thanks, Majanka, I feel the same way. Thanks for visiting.
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Sounds interesting, I would keep reading.
Mine this week is from I Am Malala: https://wp.me/p3Nz8P-13u
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Thanks, P. D., I am excited about it, too, having met the “author” of the book in another novel. Enjoy your pick.
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Sounds suspenseful — enjoy! MINE
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Thanks, Heather, I’m excited about it. Enjoy yours!
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The mention of The Secret History makes this even more tempting. Will look forward to your thoughts!
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Thanks, JoAnn…excited about finally starting to read this one. Enjoy your book!
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I love the image in the teaser. The synopsis makes it sound very interesting. Hope you enjoy it! My Teaser
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Thanks, Laura, I’m pretty sure I’ll love it. Glad you could stop by!
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This sounds great. I’ll have to look for a copy. My teaser this week is from one of my favorite authors – When All the Girls Have Gone by Jayne Ann Krentz. Happy reading!
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Thanks for visiting, Kathy, and I’m envious that you have the new Jayne Ann Krentz. Enjoy!
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And wonder if the novel How to Get Away With Murder is connected to the television show of the same name. I enjoy that one, although they just killed off my favorite character. Hope this one keeps you entertained. Here’s Mine
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Oh, yes, I was so sorry about who they killed off in How to Get Away with Murder! Definitely not good for the other characters. Thanks for visiting, Paulita.
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I love the writing in that first paragraph. It looks like this is going to be a character-rich novel. Do enjoy.
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Thanks, Margot, I think so, too. Glad you could stop by. Enjoy your reading.
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Sounds very interesting! I’ve a fondness for murder mystery/suspense. Thanks for stopping by!
I hope you will consider joining in the 2017 PenPal Sign-ups on my blog:
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Thanks, Colletta, I’ll take a look at the sign-ups. Enjoy your week, and thanks for visiting!
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I would keep reading. I hope you enjoy it. GIrl Who Reads
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Thanks, Donna, here’s hoping it is a fabulous read!
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I had no idea that Catherine McKenzie wrote under a pseudonym and both books sound really intriguing. Thanks for that. My link for today is: http://wp.me/p4DMf0-1ny
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Thanks, Ms. M, and I suspect this is the first one she’s written this way. It fits perfectly with the “mother book” Fractured.
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It does tempt me!
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Thanks, Nise, enjoy your week!
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Sorry I’m a little late responding but this has been a stressful week with testing and doctor appointments.
I would definitely like to read this book, the intro leaves me curious.
I hope you and your family have a special Thanksgiving.
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Oh, no worries, Diane. Hope all went well with your appointments, etc.
I am enjoying this book so far, and I want to get my hands on your Wally Lamb book. Thanks for visiting and enjoy your week!
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