The Dead Game by Susanne Leist

The Dead Game

By Susanne Leist

This book, “The Dead Game” would make an excellent horror movie. I just could not get enough of it, and would love to see it on the silver screen. In fact, I think it would be even more fantastic in 3 dimensional.  

Let me start by saying: I read this in the dark, along with one light on and in a big house. Wait, did I mention I was alone? I might suggest that , you might not want to do that. I’m just sayin…

Just let me be frank with you here. Okay, wait. I still want to be me. Here goes. I honestly love watching TV, and I know what would make for a good show, or movie. And as I was reading this, I was just so totally freaking out all through it, I could totally visualize everything. I know this book would be amazing as a Movie, you seriously need to read it, because you know it goes. When they turn books into Movies, they ruin them. And if the words are this good, you need to read them now!

Another thing that I loved about this book, was the fact that it is portrayed in Oasis, Florida. As most of you know, I am I currently live in Florida. So I love it when books put Florida, or Ohio on the map, I’m in. 

This book, “The Dead Game” has Vampires, Beachfront property, a scary haunted mansion, dead bodies, romance and of course people. What a unique kind of mix.

But let me tell you, never ever go to a place called: “End house” and never attend a party on a Friday night where the invitation envelopes are black. I mean if that doesn’t just say: “It’s going to get weird.” As a warning, then nothing will. 

I was so impressed, with “The Dead Game”, I couldn’t put it down. I give it five stars, it was just that exciting. If you’re anything like me, and enjoy horror, with a kick, then you need to read this. And you better be ready to get comfortable, because you’re not going to want to put this book down! It’s just that enjoyable. 

My Questions for Susanne:

1. What made you decide to write this book?

  

     I have always been an avid reader. I grew up on Agatha Christie and Sherlock Holmes. In recent years, I began to read paranormal books. They bring fantasy and the surreal to life. But few combine paranormal with the classic murder mystery. I decided to write a paranormal, murder mystery of my own. It’s the type of book that I search for and love to read. Seven long years later, The Dead Game was born. 

     The Dead Game has dead bodies and suspects like a traditional murder mystery. However, it also has humans, vampires, and vampire derivatives. And don’t forget the haunted house—we must have one of these.

 2. What are you working on now?

     The Dead Game is the first book of three books. The first book resolves the murder mystery, but at the same time, opens a Pandora box of new mysteries. Its surprise ending will lead to more surprises.

     I have just begun to write the second book. I have my outline and notes ready and waiting. My writing often leads me in unknown directions, so I won’t know how the book will end until it does. But so far, the second book is slated to resolve the mysteries of The Dead in the United States. The last book will follow The Dead and their deadly activities abroad.

3. What are your hobbies?

     I love to swim and read books.

4. Who is/are your favorite Author(s)?

     The murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie was the first murder mystery I read. I was ten years old. Soon after, I read most of her collection. And she had one big collection. My love for murder mysteries continued with Arthur Conan Doyle and Alistair Maclean. These books taught me how to analyze clues and crime scenes. 

     Today, my favorite authors are Brad Meltzer and Linda Fairstein. Brad Meltzer’s Zero Game prompted me to write my own book. He doesn’t write in a pompous way. He follows through with the plot and clues. I was inspired.

 5. What education have you had?

     My first career was in Finance. I have an M.B.A. in Finance. I worked in the fields of commodities, financial analysis, and budgeting. The creative side of me felt trapped and wanted to be set free. I listened and wrote my first book, The Dead Game, a paranormal mystery/thriller with vampires and human vampires.

     I am married with two beautiful daughters. My oldest is married and is a buyer. My second has just graduated from college.

     My life is complete.

 6. What do you suggest for anyone thinking of or wanting to write a book?

     The best advice for a new writer is to have everything in place before you launch your book. I had nothing ready when I was told that my book was being published. I had to learn how to use Twitter, Facebook, and Google. I created blogs. I read articles and books about marketing books. I now have blogs on Tumblr, Blogspot, and WordPress. It was a year later before I was able to sit back and take a breath. 

     My advice to a new author is to have everything in place before your book is published. Blogs and online accounts should be open and ready. It shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone but an anticipated event.

7. Are you familiar with Oasis, Florida?

    There could be a town in Florida, where residents hide during the day and come out at night. Dark shadows roam the streets after the sun sets for the evenings. Dead bodies roll in with the tides and settle in the white sand. Beach communities have sunshine during the day and trade winds at night.The rest of the story could easily be the result of someone’s imagination: my over-active imagination. 

8. What scares you?

     Death scares me, but not the type of death in my book. Death by vampire is a good way for me to deal with my fears. Here’s to the bloodsuckers!

9. Please share with us the links to your books and your social media sites:

Kindle

http://amzn.to/1lKvMrP

Nook

http://bit.ly/1lFdqNj

https://susanneleist.wordpress.com

http://susanneleist.tumblr.com

https://twitter.com/SusanneLeist

http://susbs1000.wix.com/susanneleist

http://thedeadgamebysusanne.blogspot.com

The Dead Game by Susanne Leist
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book, “The Dead Game” would make an excellent horror movie. I just could not get enough of it, and would love to see it on the silver screen. In fact, I think it would be even more fantastic in 3 dimensional.

Let me start by saying: I read this in the dark, along with one light on and in a big house. Wait, did I mention I was alone? I might suggest that , you might not want to do that. I’m just sayin…

Just let me be frank with you here. Okay, wait. I still want to be me. Here goes. I honestly love watching TV, and I know what would make for a good show, or movie. And as I was reading this, I was just so totally freaking out all through it, I could totally visualize everything. I know this book would be amazing as a Movie, you seriously need to read it, because you know it goes. When they turn books into Movies, they ruin them. And if the words are this good, you need to read them now!

Another thing that I loved about this book, was the fact that it is portrayed in Oasis, Florida. As most of you know, I am I currently live in Florida. So I love it when books put Florida, or Ohio on the map, I’m in.

This book, “The Dead Game” has Vampires, Beachfront property, a scary haunted mansion, dead bodies, romance and of course people. What a unique kind of mix.

But let me tell you, never ever go to a place called: “End house” and never attend a party on a Friday night where the invitation envelopes are black. I mean if that doesn’t just say: “It’s going to get weird.” As a warning, then nothing will.

I was so impressed, with “The Dead Game”, I couldn’t put it down. I give it five stars, it was just that exciting. If you’re anything like me, and enjoy horror, with a kick, then you need to read this. And you better be ready to get comfortable, because you’re not going to want to put this book down! It’s just that enjoyable.





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Claiming the She Wolf - Louisa Bacio

Claiming the She Wolf

By Louisa Bacio 

 

Now that Tala Graystone’s brother has decided to leave the nest, she is determined to restore the bed and breakfast. It will keep her occupied and after all, it could use a woman’s touch, or maybe even a wolf’s touch. However, now she has found that she requires a little help, because she cannot do this alone.

Yas Collins feels beckoned by Black Hills, South Dakota. He himself has a background in construction.  Once he finds himself there, the town doesn’t seem very welcoming of him, however he does seem to find work at Tala’s. 

I loved the part when she shows him to his room, and he looks at the walls, which are lavender, and he says, this doesn’t look like it would be for me, it looks like it would be a room for you. And she tells him it is the best room in the house, and that it is her room. They exchange glances. And you can, as you read just feel the aura as you read it. 

The drawing of them wanting and yearning in the very beginning, the desire is there, but you know how people, (and apparently wolves) we play it cool in the beginning.

They find themselves meeting glances, and finding their desires and cravings, and getting to know one another. 

Not only do they work on the bed and breakfast, but they build a relationship with one another. I loved how playful they were, silly, and fun loving. This made me smile a lot. I actually found myself smiling and giggling quite a lot through out this book. 

It is very romantic book, truly helps you to see that love can prevail in the long run, so long as you work at it. But the book also shows you, that the outside world always likes to put there two sense in, and to just ignore it, and them and love will prevail.

I give this book five starts, when a book makes you smile while reading it, it is truly worthy of reading again and again!

Now my questions for Lousia:

1.) the characters do you have any photos or descriptions to provide for us to imagine or see who they are?

Attached are images I used when writing the book. (Did not come through, I apologize.~Deneale)

2.) what made you write this delicious book?

The idea of the shared world of Black Hills Wolves intrigued me. Writing with the established world and guidelines added another challenge. The characters also came to life pretty fast.

3.) what are you working on now?

Nothing! Seriously, I just submitted a new novella in a series two days ago. I’ve already started on book two. But, tomorrow is another story, lol.

Winter Solstice Ménage – which features Yas’s sister Sugar, came out recently. I have a third book with Tala’s brother planned.  

In my Sex University series, I’m waiting for book 3, “The Master Class,” a F/F/M that I’ve been wanting to share for a long time! (2016)

4.) Aside from writing, what other hobbies do you have?

Primarily, spending time with my family. On top of that, we have a slew of pets that require plenty of love and attention. I’m talking about dogs, rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, fish tanks and on and on.

5.) how long did it take you to write this book?

I had five months to write the books. Yes, that seems like a LONG time. I probably took all of it, and then some. Some thing I tend to write fast. It doesn’t always feel that way to me.

6.) out of all your own books- which one is your favorite?

Ah, woman! It’s an impossible question! The boys in Winter Solstice Ménage are hot-hot-hot. For the longest time, it was Nick from The Vampire, the Witch & The Werewolf novels. Now, maybe Tyler. 

(I liked the green cock!)

7.) any tips for new writers?

There’s a meme about how other writers are not our competition. Make friends with others who understand. Plus bloggers and readers are your friends. They may be shy. Even if you are, make yourself as approachable as possible.

8.) please share with us all of your sites, info and where we can learn all about you:

Website http://www.louisabacio.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/louisabacio

https://www.facebook.com/Louisabacioauthor/  

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/louisabacio

Any extra info you'd like to add or share:

Find your joy in life. It’s different for everyone. What brings you happiness? Embrace it, and share it with others.

  

Claiming the She-Wolf by Louisa Bacio
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Now that Tala Graystone’s brother has decided to leave the nest, she is determined to restore the bed and breakfast. It will keep her occupied and after all, it could use a woman’s touch, or maybe even a wolf’s touch. However, now she has found that she requires a little help, because she cannot do this alone.

Yas Collins feels beckoned by Black Hills, South Dakota. He himself has a background in construction. Once he finds himself there, the town doesn’t seem very welcoming of him, however he does seem to find work at Tala’s.

I loved the part when she shows him to his room, and he looks at the walls, which are lavender, and he says, this doesn’t look like it would be for me, it looks like it would be a room for you. And she tells him it is the best room in the house, and that it is her room. They exchange glances. And you can, as you read just feel the aura as you read it.

The drawing of them wanting and yearning in the very beginning, the desire is there, but you know how people, (and apparently wolves) we play it cool in the beginning.
They find themselves meeting glances, and finding their desires and cravings, and getting to know one another.

Not only do they work on the bed and breakfast, but they build a relationship with one another. I loved how playful they were, silly, and fun loving. This made me smile a lot. I actually found myself smiling and giggling quite a lot through out this book.

It is very romantic book, truly helps you to see that love can prevail in the long run, so long as you work at it. But the book also shows you, that the outside world always likes to put there two sense in, and to just ignore it, and them and love will prevail.

I give this book five starts, when a book makes you smile while reading it, it is truly worthy of reading again and again!


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