Three people from the Sophie Trace Trilogy are featured in this series. If you didn't read the Sophie Trace books, it won't take away from the story. But if you did, it will add to it.

I had fun using some Cajun French in the stories and tried to make the setting as authentic as I could. The series takes place in the fictitious town of Les Barbes in South Louisiana. Les Barbes is French for "beards," which describes the way the Spanish moss hangs from the cypress trees and live oaks.

As I've created in all my stories, there is a central place where friends come together to talk. In this story, it's Zoe B's Cajun Eatery on rue Madeline, the main street in the tourist district.

Each story is suspense Kathy Herman style, and I don't think you'll be disappointed. However, I do have a caution.

Warning: this series may be hazardous to your waistline!
I craved seafood gumbo the entire time I wrote this series—and it shows!

So, kick back. Relax. Whether you’re reading an ebook or a paperback, enjoy the rich flavor of South Louisiana.

False Pretenses – available now
Dangerous Mercy – available October 2011
Relentless Pursuit – available Spring 2012