Interview with Lydia Netzer (plus giveaway of HOW TO TELL TOLEDO FROM THE NIGHT SKY)

how to tell toledo from the nighy sky by lydia netzer

St. Martin’s- July 1

 

Today, I have an interview with the lovely Lydia Netzer, who is the author SHINE SHINE SHINE, a debut novel that took literary lovers by storm! Lydia is back- and her second novel- HOW TO TELL TOLDEO FROM THE NIGHT SKY (out July 1, 2014!) is already generating a great deal of buzz.

Lydia was kind enough to answer a few questions for Traveling With T and her publisher, St. Martin’s, was super-generous- so Traveling With T is getting to host a giveaway (more info on that after the interview!)

So, read on to the interview, gaze adoringly at that book cover (seriously, that book cover is made of awesome) and then after you read and fan-girl over Lydia a bit- check that Rafflecopter link for your chance to win! Continue reading

Giveaway & Interview with Luanne Rice, author of THE LEMON ORCHARD

the lemon orchard

Photo Credit: Goodreads

 

Last year, I requested The Lemon Orchard by Luanne Rice through Netgalley. After reviewing The Lemon Orchard, I added Luanne to my ever-growing list of authors that have a backlist of books I need to check out. This year, when Luanne’s publicist contacted me about a review or interview, I was able an interview (plus a giveaway!) for the readers of Traveling With T!

Read on for the interview with Luanne as she reveals how this story came about, some thoughts on grief and her role in the character’s story. Continue reading

Q&A with L. Alison Heller, author of THE NEVER NEVER SISTERS (plus giveaway!)

The Never Never Sisters by L. Alison Heller

 

Today, at Traveling With T, I have an Q&A with L. Alison Heller- the author of THE NEVER NEVER SISTERS. When I heard about this book, I was so curious- I loved the cover, wanted to know the meaning behind the title. Basically, I just wanted to dive into this book and find out all it’s secrets!

My review will post in the next few days- but I just couldn’t wait to share the Q&A and the giveaway!! The giveaway is US only and the details are with the Rafflecopter link (after the Q&A!)

 

 

Continue reading

Giveaway: STRANGER ON THE SHORE by Josh Lanyon

stranger on the shore by josh lanyon

Photo Credit: Harlequin

 

 

Stranger on the Shore by Josh Lanyon

Twenty years ago, little Brian Arlington was kidnapped from his family’s Long Island estate and was never seen again. The trail went cold, but investigative journalist Griff Hadley has always thought there was more to the story—much more. When the Arlingtons‘ patriarch invites him to stay at their estate to research his true crime book, Griff can’t say no. It’s the story of a lifetime.

 

But not everyone is happy about Griff’s presence. Relatives and staff alike regard him coldly, including Pierce Mather, the Arlingtons‘ attractive lawyer, who is more than a little wary of Griff’s motives.

 

When a stranger shows up claiming to be the long-lost Brian, Griff and Pierce are united in their suspicions. Startled to have found an ally in the buttoned-up lawyer, Griff soon realizes it’s hard to keep a professional distance. Even in the midst of a groundbreaking investigation, even in the face of a shocking family secret…

Continue reading

Giveaway: THE HOUSE ON MERMAID POINT by Wendy Wax

The House on Mermaid Point by Wendy Wax

Berkley Trade Paperback- July 1

 

 

Eeeek! Traveling With T has 1 copy of THE HOUSE ON MERMAID POINT by Wendy Wax to give away to a lucky person (US/Canada!) But wait, it’s not just an ARC.. Oh no- this is an EARLY FINISHIED COPY (I’ll pause while you run around the house screaming and shrieking with excitement).

Good! You’re back- well the details on how to win this glorious prize are at the bottom of the post along with the Rafflecopter link! I won’t lie- this book cover has been calling out to me for weeks- ever since I first saw it while investigating some summer reads- and I think it’s going to be fantastic!

 

Continue reading

Giveaway: PUSH by Claire Wallis

push by claire wallis

Photo Credit: Harlequin Books

 

 

Push by Claire Wallis

I feel like I am wrapped in a cyclone. Everything is whirling around me, draI feel like I am wing the air out of my lungs and filling me with the best kind of turmoil. Every time his tongue slides against mine, a prickle in my gut tells me how right we are together. How much I need David. How much I need us.

 

I hope the cyclone never stops.

 

Emma Searfoss has spent a lifetime trying to escape her abusive stepfather. It’s why she moved far away from home. It’s why she’s kept no ties with her remaining family. And it’s why she’s got a major rage problem. When her neighbor shows up to fix the kitchen in her new apartment, his enigmatic charm calms the fire in her. David is cool and collected, and he makes Emma feel safe for the first time ever. But David has his own chilling past—his six previous girlfriends have all disappeared without a trace. Emma’s walking a dangerous line, but David’s pull is intoxicating. And impossible to resist…

Continue reading

Giveaway: BREAKING POINT by Lindsay McKenna

breaking point by lindsey mckenna

Photo Credit: Harlequin

 

 

Breaking Point by Lindsay McKenna

 

An ongoing U.S. military experiment to test the integration of trained female military operatives in live combat scenarios… 

The Alpha Platoon. A unit of Navy SEALs stationed in the unforgiving dryness of Afghanistan…who just learned that their newest team member is a woman. But Bay Thorn has a spine of steel—and the chops to prove it. Without a team to back her up, however, she’s dead in the water. And her only ally is Gabe Griffin, a lone SEAL who is lethal, dangerous and unbearably attractive…. 

Between the open hostility from her team and the harsh Al Qaeda territory, Gabe is a lifeline for Bay. But mutual respect quickly grows into mutual attraction. And with each day and every assignment, the longing only deepens. 

They mustn’t speak of it. Mustn’t act on it. Because in this line of work, falling in love can get you killed…

Continue reading

Covet by Tracey Garvis-Graves (plus giveaway!)

covet by tracey garvis graves

Photo Credit: Plume Books

This book was sent to Traveling With T in exchange for a fair review.

Covet

When Claire gets pulled over for a routine traffic stop, she has no idea that something so simple has the strength to change her world and make her question her life. When Claire meets hunk-a-licious Daniel, his good looks are the only thing that makes that routine traffic stop bearable is the fact that Daniel is very easy on the eyes. When he lets her go with a warning, Claire figures she’ll never see him again. But, that was not the case.

Continue reading

Q&A with Eleanor Moran and giveaway of THE LAST TIME I SAW YOU

the last time I saw you

Photo Credit: Goodreads

 

A few weeks ago, I received a request to review THE LAST TIME I SAW YOU by Eleanor Moran. Enjoying stories with drama and best friend themes- I immediately said “YES!” Then….an interview and a giveaway?!!! Well, if you’ve spent any time at Traveling With T- you know that just sent me to “singing into my hairbrush” levels of excitement! So, lovely folks, today is the interview with Eleanor Moran and the giveaway of THE LAST TIME I SAW YOU!

Continue reading

Ember Island by Kimberley Freeman (plus giveaway!)

ember island by kimberly freeman

Photo Credit: Touchstone Books

This book was sent to Traveling With T in exchange for a honest review.

Ember Island

When Nina Jones arrives at Ember Island, she arrived with one mission- check on the family house, Starwater House, that she had been renting to a couple who was running a whale-watching business. When Nina arrives, she sees damage and already knows the couple has left the house- so she hopes to find someone who can quickly fix the place.

Continue reading