May News (w/ Madison's Song Giveaway)
Madison Carter
When I wrote the first four books in the Cassie Scot series, I made a mistake. Well, not so much a mistake as a miscalculation. In an attempt to create side characters who were well rounded and had internal lives of their own, I ended up creating characters who demanded to become the stars of their own books. Enter Madison Carter, one of Cassie's two best friends. She's shy, but possessed of an inner strength that bursts free when the people she loves are threatened. Even in Cassie’s shadow, we learn that Madison is a songbird (influencing emotions when she sings), that the man she called “Dad” her whole life isn’t her biological father, and that something is going on between her and Scott Lee (Evan’s best friend).
I wrote the prologue to Madison’s Song sometime during the initial drafting phase of Mind Games (Cassie Scot #3). It depicts a horrific encounter between Madison and Scott during which he saves her life, but at a high cost. Afterward, she is terrified of him and that remains the status quo for almost two years. It isn’t until Madison’s younger brother is bitten by a werewolf that Madison is able to get past her misgivings, once again showing hidden strength when the people she loves are hurt.
Madison’s Song is a stand-alone paranormal romantic suspense. But it isn’t just about Madison finding love, it’s also about her overcoming shyness and self doubt to find hidden strength.
FREE for a LIMITED TIME
For the first time ever, I’m giving away Madison’s Song – but only until the end of the month. I have no plans to make this book free again. The giveaway is part of the Paranormal, Fantasy, and Science Fiction Romance Giveaway through Book Funnel.
Madison’s Song is officially book 5 in the Cassie Scot series, but it can be read out of order (it does contain a few spoilers if you go back to read the original series).
Enjoy!
Author's Corner
This month, I wrote the first draft of a novella called The Cure – it’s about captive werewolves who are being experimented on at a military base. At this point, it still needs revision, but I’m not sure if I need to simplify the story so it works better as a novella or give in to the demanding subplots and make it a full-length novel. I’m leaning toward novel, but first I’m going to switch to another project and give this one some distance.
More FREEBIES!
I'm participating in five giveaways this month, including the paranormal romance giveaway in my spotlight above. All of these giveaways are chances to pick up some terrific books and find your next favorite author -- so check them out!
Paranormal, Fantasy, and Science Fiction Romance (Madison's Song)
The Beautiful Cover Giveaway (Cassie Scot #1) Feel free to judge these books by their covers!
Daring Damsels and Warrior Women (Cassie Scot #1) Check out these feisty heroines!
May Fantasy Explosion (Cassie Scot #1) 97 titles to choose from!
The Springtime Novella Jamboree (The Seer's Fate) For some quick reads!
This Month's Featured Review
Check out this great new review for the AUDIO version of Madison's Song:
An exciting trip back to Eagle Rock............
"For those readers of the Cassie Scot Series, Madison's Song is a an exciting trip back to the magical world of Eagle Rock. For those new to this world, the author does plenty of world-building, so that it could be enjoyed as a standalone. I really enjoyed the character of Cassie's friend Madison, and I always wondered what happened between Scott Lee, a werewolf, and her in previous books. This book starts by describing what exactly happened when Scott saved her from an evil mage, and why she has kept her distance from him since that night. Jump forward two years, and Madison needs Scott's help to save her brother, recently bitten and turned into a werewolf. From that point, the story takes off from one action scene to the next, interspersed with equally touching and frustrating scenes of Madison and Scott growing ever closer. Madison really comes into herself and her powers in this book, and Scott helps with this in so many ways. Madison and Scott are truly the perfect match for each other, and the ending will make you sigh with satisfaction.
Melissa Reizian Frank's narration is stellar as always. Although I so identified her as the voice of Cassie and Evan from previous books, I had no difficulty accepting her as Madison and Scott from the start of this book. Frank differentiates well between characters, and her delivery is absolutely perfect. Once again, the team of Amsden and Frank makes for a credit worthy audiobook." -- Katie, Audible listener
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