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Friday, December 16, 2016

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Memories of Murder
Detective Quaid Mysteries Series
Book 2

Audible Audio Edition

Decades ago, the seeds were planted. Today, dark, fathomless eyes rake the image before him.

One final task, and the transformation is complete. Steady fingers screw intricately carved horns on each side of a stiff brow, and a gargoyle suitable for Notre Dame scowls from the smoky mirror in satisfaction. A jagged smile rips through his smooth, hairless face, and inked, reptilian scales caress his naked body. A laugh of hideous resonance emanates from his gut as the demons of hell welcome Lucifer into their fold.

In a dungeon-like chamber, his Lilith awaits. The kidnapped daughter of a nun, groomed to fit the final piece in the complex puzzle for world domination. Will Lucifer marry his bride, on the summer solstice?

Only two things stand in his way: his greed and Detective Steven Quaid.

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Murder, Madness & Love

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Monday, October 24, 2016

AN AUDIO VERSION OF MURDER

BLACK WIDOW FLEES SEATTLE

Sarah Palmer becomes Chairman of the Board as investigations into her husband's death continue.

(UPDATE NEWS – September 21, 20XX) Sarah Palmer, the widow of Michael Palmer, has taken on the role of Chairman of the Board for the Palmer Corporation, one year after the death of her husband. The company, which her husband built from a one-room storefront to a multi-million dollar business resource company, has flourished under the guidance of the former corporate attorney and his best friend, Gerald Kessler. Mrs. Palmer, a graduate of the University of Washington, recently moved back to her hometown of Anchorage, Alaska. Is it possible this talented artist is getting away with murder?

Despite labeling Michael Palmer’s death an accident, official sources have reported that there is an ongoing investigation into the unusual circumstances. Netta Greenwald, Michael Palmer’s aunt, has also hired private investigators to look into her nephew’s death. Mrs. Greenwald claims Michael Palmer wanted to end his marriage, a plan he shared with her just a week before his death.

Thrown clear of the Porsche 918 Spyder, Michael Palmer died of a broken neck when his vehicle careened off the road and into a stand of trees. His young wife, Sarah Davis, had generously presented him with the Spyder after his thirty-eighth birthday luncheon at the Herbfarm Restaurant in Woodinville, Washington.

Estimated speeds were as high as 90 mph, as Palmer broke in his gift, but speed was only a contributing factor. To avoid children exiting a school bus, he swerved off the road, at which point, the vehicle hit a tree and was engulfed in flames.

While experts believe the car’s brakes had malfunctioned, the fire destroyed any evidence of tampering. The question remains: how could a brand new Porsche, just delivered from the showroom floor, not have working brakes? Various local media outlets suspect Mrs. Palmer of foul play, labeling her a black widow seeking full control of her late husband’s millions, as well as the corporation.

Will these questions ever be answered, and justice found for the young entrepreneur? Will Sarah Palmer ever be free of the black widow label? Police Detective Terry O'Conner, believes that the evidence is out there and that while the case has gone cold, secrets never stay secrets forever.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016

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A TRILOGY SET IN ALASKA

MURDER, MADNESS & LOVE

MEMORIES OF MURDER

MURDER & OBSESSION

Light is a fleeting moment in the frozen north that is Alaska. Although the sun shines brightly during the Summer Solstice, Detective Steven Quaid struggles to hold on to what he holds dear during life's darkest moments, his love for family, and professional achievement. Will a murderous stalker, a self-proclaimed Lucifer resurrected, or insidious obsession prove more powerful than this dedicated detective? Three separate life-threatening situations. One determined man.

MURDER, MADNESS & LOVE

Detective Steven Quaid is the Anchorage Police Department's top investigator. When he's called in to protect a beautiful widow from a stalker, he's not entirely sure she isn't behind the scheme herself. Before long, Sarah has him wound up tighter than barbed wire.

But one of the police department's best and brightest detectives may just be in over his head, especially when the facts start pointing to a conclusion he isn't willing to face. With a killer on the loose and a climbing body count, Steven can't afford to hedge his bets—or his life.

Is Sarah a victim or a very skilled manipulator?

MEMORIES OF MURDER

Catching Alaska’s most notorious serial killer as a rookie made Detective Steven Quaid a hero, but falling in love with a victim from his last case tarnishes that status.

While attempting to repair both his personal and professional life, he stumbles upon an unusual case–and an even more extraordinary foe: a man who believes he is Lucifer. An insidious man who delivers Quaid the ultimate choice: save his fiancée from an assassin’s bullet or stop the sacrifice of a young girl.

MURDER & OBSESSION

Love is never easy, but for Detective Steve Quaid and his fiancée, their road to happiness is laden with minefields.

After spending countless hours reconverting his grandfather’s cabin into the perfect honeymoon retreat for his bride, the cabin becomes a bloody crime scene detailing her death. Accused, Steven escapes into the Alaskan mountains, biding his time to find the truth.

Who killed his beloved?

A seasoned woodsman, he outsmarts even the cleverest of trackers. All but one.

Mauled by a grizzly, a half-dead Steven barely escapes.

But will he live to bring the rightful murderer to Justice?

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Tuesday, April 5, 2016

D - DEADHORSE

D IS FOR DEADHORSE

Deadhorse consists mainly of facilities to house the workers from the companies that operate the Prudhoe Bay oil fields. 495 miles from Fairbanks trucks carry the supplies needed during the winter months using the Haul Road. The facility was built on man-made gravel pads.

The story behind the name is a long one, but basically, a gravel company, called Dead Horse Haulers, the company that hauled most of the gravel for those gravel pads, was so familiar to residents and non-residents alike, they used the name until it became the known name. Despite the best efforts of Prudhoe Bay - Deadhorse was the name that appeared in the official zip code directory. You can read the full story HERE!

For Detective Quaid, in Murder & Obsession it's supposed to hold his alibi . . .

Yolanda Renée Copyright

Murder & Obsession

Excerpt:

Helen inspected the main room, noting the items out of place, the fingerprint dust still clinging to most of the surfaces. Forensics had ruined Steven’s romantic honeymoon getaway. She wondered if Sarah had appreciated the trouble Steven had gone to in order to make his cabin hideaway comfortable, although Helen had always found the cabin cozy.

“Detective, it’s fresh.” Kelly handed her a cup of coffee.

“Thanks. Crazy night. Have you checked on Quaid’s alibi?”

“I’m leaving for Deadhorse now. I can’t reach anyone by phone or radio. I think it’s best if I just drive. What do you think?”

“Take George; he’s bored. I want official statements, so stay until you’ve talked to everyone. Keep in touch. Take the satellite phone. I have more equipment on the way.”

“Yes, sir.” Kelly saluted and hurried out the door; Helen couldn’t help but wonder if he was glad to be free of her sour attitude. The cold had turned her temperament to ice, and she saw her own anxiety reflected on the faces of her team.

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Thursday, March 10, 2016

IT'S HERE! MURDER & OBSESSION

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MURDER & OBSESSION

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MURDER & OBSESSION

Light and love seem a fleeting moment in the frozen north of Alaska. Despite his personal experiences with evil, Detective Steven Quaid is determined to hold on to that light amidst the darkness. Accused of murdering his fiancée, Detective Quaid flees incarceration to track down the culprit.

He might survive the wilderness, and a savage bear attack, but another man's insidious obsession could finally prove more powerful than this dedicated detective.

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March 16, 2016 Denise Covey Why Alaska

March 21, 2016 MichaelDi Gesu Need Some Intrigue?

March 25, 2016 StuartWest Couples Counseling

March 28, 2016 AlexJ. Cavanaugh It's All About Snark

March 30, 2016 Robyn Campbell Character Interview

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Tuesday, November 10, 2015

LADY ENIGMATIC

When I envisioned Lady Enigmatic – this is how I saw her, not as a vampire but as a badass capable of riding a polar bear and leading an army. For some reason, all my alter egos have dark hair.

To help introduce Lady Enigmatic to you, I've asked her to sit for an interview – not something she enjoys, but if presenting herself to the public will help her win The Joust, she's willing to play along.

Kate Beckinsale in Underworld Rise of the Lycans

You're a warrior, why do you love solving mysteries.

I don't like secrets, and yet everyone has one, some minor but some deadly. I've always had the ability to sense a lie. It's aided me well in negotiations, but even better, during interrogations of the murderers I haul in.

So, if I said, you don't have a snowballs chance in hell of winning The Joust, would that be a lie or the truth.

Neither, it is your opinion. I am quite capable of winning The Joust on skill alone, but I may fail, as I am an unknown, from an unknown land. What will be will be, my fate is in the hands of the populace.

How did you get started telling tales of murder and mystery?

Ever since I was a squire, on long excursions, we'd sit around the fire and exchange tales. I share stories of the beasts that hide in the shadows and covet our comforts.

Do you really have a pet dragon?

You question the possibility.

(I thought she might slay me right there?) I … well, it's just that I've never seen a real dragon, I stuttered.

Then it is good I left him at home. I feared one of the Knights might make it their quest to defeat Maximillian. He is undefeated.

Undefeated? He fights – whom?

He leads an army of Dragon Warriors, against the Abominable Ice Creatures in the Northland.

I see. (I didn't, not really, but I wasn't going to argue. She has the sharpest sword. I was going to ask her about the rumor of her being a cutpurse, a thief, but didn't want her to react and ask questions later. I'd also heard the other Knights started the rumor. Field competition?)

My last question – I understand you ride polar bears to practice for The Joust.

Of course, they perform better on the ice and snow, but my horse is also trained well for the games here.

I shook her hand. Thank you for agreeing to an interview. I wish you all success today, and all week as the games continue.

She bowed and strode away.

Gosh if only I could be a warrior with a pet dragon. Dream on Renee. Dream on.

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