Betty Thomason Owens has a new book releasing Friday, July 14. I asked her to come by and tell us a little about this new story. Of course, I’ve read it, and I’m sure you’re going to like it.

Take it away, Betty!

About the Book

Genre: Cozy Mystery

Length: 153 pages

Publisher: Write Integrity Press

Amazon Link: Buy here

About the Author

I’m a writer of historical romance with a touch of suspense. That is, until a couple of years ago when I wrote Still Water, which was a mystery with a touch of romance. With that story, I dipped my toes in the murky waters of suspense writing and found out it was not for the “faint of heart.” It wasn’t as easy as I had envisioned.

So, when my publisher presented her idea for a multi-author novella mystery series with a common theme, I balked at first. I was already working on book two of the suspense series and didn’t want to take time away from that.

Then a golden retriever visited my thoughts, and an idea formed. He was an emotional service dog. His visit stirred up the old storyteller’s instincts. Hmm. This could be fun. I had to write it—a mystery without a body—kind of like Nancy Drew.

I set the family in a beautiful home on a couple of acres. Brought in a landscaper who may or may not have something to do with the crime. My main character, a young woman still finding her way in the world, needs her Aunt Connie’s help with her grieving mother. The level-headed Connie Wright helps maintain order when things…um…get a little weird.

I love dogs and cats, so of course, I included a couple of pets in the story. Not only do they provide occasional comic relief, but emotional support as well. And finally, romance—not too much—just a hint.

If I had it to do over, I may have included a body because, by the end of the story, I was definitely ready to put someone out of their misery. Fortunately, the main character and her mom had a different idea–one that I hope will inspire you.

Links

To connect with Betty and learn more about her books, visit her Blog, Facebook, and Instagram.

Happy reading, writing, and anything else you are doing to spread hope!