And now . . . the winner of a print copy of my novel, TROVE is:
LhasaLuma
Summer Lovin’
Just hearing that phrase, Summer Lovin’, and I’m back in the
days of my youth. Life was good, sweet even way back when. And summer, ahhhh, well
summertime was the absolute best!
Whenever I smell that distinctive aroma that can only be suntan
lotion, I’m immediately transported to the beach where the water was always
cold, the sand burning, and the guys smokin’ hot.
Those were the days . . .
the hot sun beating down on my friends and me as we lay on the beach
towel slathered in lotion, the radio rocking the summer music, and me with a
paperback romance in my hand (which I actually did read while checking out the
buff guys strutting their stuff along the water’s edge).
I like my romance stories to challenge me, make my brain
“sit up and take notice” and have to work at anticipating where the story is
going. So, it shouldn’t surprise you when I reveal that I like to read romantic
suspense, which not so coincidentally is what I like to write. I love the mystery
of trying to figure out just where the plot is going to take me and I revel in
the twists and turns that some authors write. And rest assured that I love to
take my readers on an adventure and sweep them into another world.
My debut novel Trove, the
first of The Katie Walsh Mysteries does just that. Starting in Boston, then
jetting across the Atlantic to the Isle of Skye, with a brief stop in the West
Country area of England, Trove will
entertain you with an adventure that challenges long held legends and treats
the reader to a complicated romance between Katie Walsh, an investigative
mythologist, and Alec MacGowan, an archaeologist.
Night Owl Reviews
This was an enjoyable story with just the right mix of mystery, murder and romance. I loved the chemistry between Alec MacGowan and Katie Walsh and I really wanted them to be together. I also loved how it spanned between Boston and Scotland. I enjoy reading mysteries and I especially have a soft spot for stories that take place in Scotland, so I found this to be the perfect mix for me to really sit back and lose myself in. Ms. Montgomery provided me with plenty of twists and turns in her storyline to keep me riveted to my seat and she sprinkled it with a budding romance between Alec and Katie to make my heart swoon. I enjoyed this book so much that I found myself burning through the pages to see what was going to happen next. If you’re in the market for a book that contains intrigue, mystery, romance and murder, than look no further. Nicely done, Ms. Montgomery! -- Diana Coyle, Night Owl Reviews
Alec MacGowan, a handsome and sexy archaeologist, is in search of finding the person who murdered his friend. He’ll stop at nothing to find the killer. Katie Walsh, a beautiful mythologist in search of Norland, lends a hand to Alec to see if she can assist him in finding out who killed his friend. These two have a past together and working with each other seems to have reignited the sparks that burn between them. Are Alec and Katie able to find out who the killer is before he strikes again – this time making one of them the victim?
Excerpt from Trove
Katie looked so lost sitting on the edge of the bed
with her head bent forward. Alec was surprised how quickly she’d responded to
him, surrendered herself. He was a fool for letting it go too far. He put her
reputation at risk, but he couldn’t stop himself. For five years he’d thought
of her, kicking himself for agreeing to her no-names rule. Five frigging years
of missing her, her touch, her scent, and now he’d probably screwed it up big
time. His plan was simple. Get the job and get the runes translated. Once he
had them, he planned on leaving. Then he’d bring the murderer out in the open.
It should’ve worked. Yet since the moment he’d seen her at the conference, the
plan had taken on a life of its own. He still needed the translation, and he
still needed to leave, but he didn’t want to now. She was back in his life, not
exactly like he wanted, but she was here. Only now, he felt like he’d hung a
flashing neon sign over her head. She didn’t deserve this, didn’t ask to be
used the way he was manipulating her. Robert was right. She deserved to be told
the truth, deserved to make the decision to help him, not be forced because he was
her boss. Like it or not, the stakes had risen.
Trove is available at:
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/trove-kj-montgomery/1115921844?ean=9781482758436
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Contest Prize from me:
One lucky commenter will win a print copy of Trove, just leave a comment telling me about your favorite place to read your summer romance novels.
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Shame that it's US only, Trove sounds good!
ReplyDeleteswordlily_girl(at)yahoo(dot)com
So sorry, Swordlily but thanks for stopping by.
DeleteA hammock in the shade is the best place to read in the summer...with a tall, cool drink close by.
ReplyDeleteWhoops! Forgot my email: cjburright@live.com
DeleteI can so picture that. Sounds like a great way to spend a hot afternoon!
ReplyDeleteI like relaxing on the swing on my front porch.
ReplyDeletevampiremistress2010(at)gmail(dot)com
Sounds wonderful. I always wanted a porch swing (would help if I had a porch ...LOL)!
DeleteIn my bed with the fan on and the air conditioner vent shooting cold air right up towards me. LOL I'm such a heat hater - summer heat, not book heat. :D Thanks! heather1974 at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteThe summer heat can really be brutal... thank heaven someone invented A/C! Makes reading on a hot day so much easier, especially if the story's smokin' .
DeleteMy favorite place to read is on my back porch or near water Thanks for the giveaway carlywood@comcast.net
ReplyDeleteWater is the best...the negative ions given off my moving water is so energizing.
ReplyDeleteAnywhere :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the awesome giveaway!
dixiedukegurl2 AT yahoo DOT com
Thanks for stopping by, Cassandra. I actually get some reading done on the train during the morning and evening commute. Lucky for me it's generally quiet.
DeleteMy favorite place is on our new couch! all the cushions, including the back ones, are removable, so you can set up your reading fort however you like! Thanks a bunch for the hop/giveaway! Kyla Patton- kamclauc AT gmail DOT com
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a wonderful retreat...a reading fort right in the house!
DeleteI love reading on the beach. This is made so much easier with an ereader.
ReplyDeletejess820 at gmail dot com
That's where I read my first racy romance...didn't think the beach could get any hotter...LOL!
DeleteLove laying in my hammock with my ipod on low, and falling into a good read.
ReplyDeletevals_hemi at yahoo dot com
I think the swaying of the hammock beneath whispering pine trees would be beautiful.
DeleteKJ,
ReplyDeleteI enjoy reading by the pool with a margarita nearby. I read and loved Trove. Can't wait until book 2!
I'm actually working on HARBINGER today. Since it takes place in the winter, I'm hoping the setting might cool me off...(so HOT and HUMID these last few weeks).
DeleteSomewhere with AC. If I'm outside in the summer, reading is the last thing on my mind.
ReplyDeletebituin76 at hotmail dot com
After these last few weeks in the New England I can surely worship the man who invented A/C ... LOL!
DeleteOutside in a comfy chair.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win!
natasha_donohoo_8 at hotmail dot com
My favorite outdoor chair is the Adirondack; low to the ground with a high, slanted back and wide arms that can hold a drink (or two)...LOL!
DeleteI love to read anywhere! I can get so lost in books that I totally forget my surroundings.
ReplyDeleteIf only we could freeze time so that we could catch up on our reading without missing out on life!
DeleteMy favorite place to read is in my bed snuggled under the covers with a hot romance book. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Thanks for sharing the awesome giveaways. evamillien at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteMy only problem with reading in bed is that I fall asleep.
Deletei have a lot of pillows on my couch that i cuddle into and read
ReplyDeletemeandi09@yahoo.com
Can't have enough pillows they're comfortable and the larger ones are like small table tops (great for placing your book on).
DeleteOn my bed :D
ReplyDeletejacquelinesreads(at)gmail(dot)com
I can tell you're a serious reader, thanks for hopping over.
DeleteMy favorite place to read is my hammock in my backyard or in my favorite recliner in the living room.
ReplyDeletehuntress023(at)hotmail(dot)com
Hammocks seem to be a favorite, might just to have to try it out!
DeleteMy bed :)
ReplyDeleteThanks!
Janhvi
justjanhvi at gmail dot com
Such a comfortable spot!
DeleteI totally understand...now if I just had more time to read, LOL
ReplyDeleteI, too, love romantic suspense. I hope if I'm lucky enough to win Trove that you'll autograph it for me. My favorite summer place to read is in a nice lawn chair on the deck, when such a chair is available. When it's not, I like to curl up on the couch with the air conditioning on high under a blanket. Thanks for the great giveaway. michelle_willms@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteSounds like you're ready for any summer weather.
DeleteI could read anywhere as long as it is comfortable. Thank you for the chance to win.
ReplyDeletestrawberryrose@earthlink.net
I've certainly gotten some greats for where to do my summer reading!
DeleteI love sitting initial a large comfy chair. All snuggled in.
ReplyDeleteMel
bournmelissa at hotmail dot com
I don't think too much beats a really comfy chair. I like a foot stool too and everyone knows not to sit in my chair. LOL!
DeleteI usually sit on the couch but during the summer I like to bust out the hammock and just swing away under the shade.
ReplyDeleteI think the hammock seems to be the favorite spot of many readers...really have to look into getting one.
DeleteI love reading on the beach!
ReplyDeleteI'm just entering the Kindle Giveaway -- I already have a print copy of Trove -- which I'm enjoying immensely, BTW!
elizabeth @ bookattict . com
Thanks for stopping by Elizabeth and thanks for waiting...hope I'm entertaining you...LOL!
Deletethanks for the awesome giveaway!
ReplyDeletewandad1961@yahoo.com
anywhere, my kids can be there and talking it will not bother me.
I envy you that you can block the noise out. Thanks for stopping over.
DeleteMy favorite place to read is on my front porch after my kids have gone to bed! Thank you so much for being a part of this hop and for giving me the opportunity to win! usmcwifey1(at)live(dot)com
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by.
DeleteHi! My favorite place is my room. Its quiet, my space and its tranquil. Thank you for the fun hop and giveaway! :)
ReplyDeleteshadowluvs2read(at)gmail(dot)com
It's great to have a quiet space.
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