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The Weekly Recap – 10/8/21

Posted on October 8, 2021October 8, 2021 by adminrachelgrant

Win a Kindle copy of Broken Falcon

Enter for a chance to win one of 100 copies of BROKEN FALCON on Goodreads! The giveaway for a Kindle copy of Broken Falcon is open until October 21, 2021.

Listen to an Extended Audioclip of Broken Falcon

Are you ready for Chase? Prepare yourself for my steamiest book yet as Chase finally gets his hard-earned happily ever after! Listen to Chase and Eden’s first meeting in this long excerpt and order the ebook or audiobook to keep reading/listening!

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From USA Today bestselling author Rachel Grant comes a sizzling romantic suspense where a damaged hero’s search for missing girls endangers the one woman he can’t live without.

“Rachel Grant writes smart, complex romantic suspense with incredible detail and page-turning urgency! You’ll be hooked from beginning to end!” – #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy

Chase Johnston is leading a double life. After two years of psychological torment, the quiet, highly skilled Raptor operative now has a darker side, and he’s hellbent on bringing human-traffickers to justice—using any means necessary. The only relief he finds for his troubled mind is a woman he’ll never meet in person.

Eden O’Keeffe is also leading a double life. By day she’s a grad student and barista, but at night she sits in front of a camera and provides companionship for those seeking entertainment, titillation, or simple conversation. She enjoys the freedom of being a siren online, but her secret career comes with risks that force her to hide her true identity at all costs.

When Chase walks into a coffee shop and comes face to face with the one person who makes him feel again, it seems his long nightmare may be coming to an end. But in entering Eden’s world, he’s bringing that nightmare—and the danger that comes with it—to her doorstep.

Join Me for Halloween Fun!

I’ve signed up to be part of Midnight in the Garden’s Annual Tricks & Book Treats Halloween Giveaway! On October 29th, over 160 authors will be part of this one day event, giving away books, gift cards, and swag.

Click the image below to join the group early so you can participate in the fun!

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The Weekly Recap – 10/1/21

Posted on October 1, 2021October 1, 2021 by adminrachelgrant

Don’t Miss My Conversation with Laura Griffin!

If you missed it on September 29th, you can still listen and watch anytime on YouTube at the link below. We experienced a few technical difficulties, but it was great to have a chat with Laura!

BROKEN FALCON (Evidence #11) is on PreOrder!

You can now pre-order both the BROKEN FALCON ebook AND the audiobook narrated by Nicol Zanzarella & Greg Tremblay! Pre-order now, so you can read or listen to the rest on October 22nd.

Chase Johnston is leading a double life. After two years of psychological torment, the quiet, highly skilled Raptor operative now has a darker side, and he’s hellbent on bringing sex-traffickers to justice—using any means necessary. The only relief he finds for his troubled mind is a woman he’ll never meet in person.

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The Weekly Recap – 9/24/21

Posted on September 24, 2021September 24, 2021 by adminrachelgrant

Join Me for a Conversation with Laura Griffin on 9/29

I am so excited about this event with Laura Griffin hosted by Murder by the Book! Not to brag or anything, but I got to read an advance copy of LAST SEEN ALONE and it is SO GOOD!

Mark your calendar for Wednesday, Sept 29th 7:00pm Central / 5:00pm Pacific
www.murderbooks.com/griffin-grant

Both books are available to order from Murder by the Book (buy links are on the event page).

BROKEN FALCON (Evidence #11) is on PreOrder!

You can now pre-order both the BROKEN FALCON ebook AND the audiobook narrated by Nicol Zanzarella & Greg Tremblay! Pre-order now, so you can read or listen to the rest on October 22nd.

Chase Johnston is leading a double life. After two years of psychological torment, the quiet, highly skilled Raptor operative now has a darker side, and he’s hellbent on bringing sex-traffickers to justice—using any means necessary. The only relief he finds for his troubled mind is a woman he’ll never meet in person.

Three Great Book Recommendations

Jenn Stark is part of a brand-new werewolf anthology!

The brand-new werewolf anthology HIGH MOON is on SALE – only .99!

My friend Jenn Stark is part of this fun new anthology of eight exclusive novellas by today’s top urban-fantasy authors.

“Fox Hunt” by Aimee Easterling – Mai’s life revolves around acting human and teaching fencing to middleschoolers. Then a student goes missing just as werewolves start breathing down her neck. Can she hunt the hunters without revealing her identity as a fox?

“Wereabouts Unknown” by Jenn Stark – Having strutted her way from cop to carny fortune teller to the newest, most fabulous member of a group of Tarot mystics, Nikki Dawes has the world in the palms of her bedazzle-gloved hands. But now a pack of displaced werewolves is relying on her to find the rest of their kind. Can she reunite those snarly, sexy beasts in time to win the war on magic?

“Elemental Witch” by B R Kingsolver – After a magical disaster puts Joanna’s future in jeopardy, the Supernatural Council gives her a second chance at Midleton College. New friends, a hot wolf shifter, and a serene campus grow on her fast. Then some fool summons a demon. Can Joanna clean up the mess before the demon kills her friends?

“Dragon Tears” by Marina Finlayson – New wolf Nat Turner jumps at the chance to escape her controlling pack when she’s offered a job as bodyguard to a powerful dragon. But her dream job becomes a nightmare when she realises she must also protect the magical gems known as dragon tears that contain his power. Because holy hell, does that man have a lot of enemies.

“Lunaticking” by Dale Ivan Smith – Sorcerer-Agent Elizabeth Marquez tracks illegal wolf-men manifestations. Shifter Chloe must find her kidnapped pack leader. Together, these two wielders of different magics must find the supernatural culprits behind both crimes, and stop a far greater one from happening.

“Prowl” by N. R. Hairston – Wereskunk Anise is constantly ducking werewolves and vampires intent upon harvesting her high-dollar skunk oil. Will alpha werewolf Brick really help, or is he just another poacher hunting her?

“Full Moon’s Curse” by Jenn Windrow – Sometimes the cure is worse than the curse. Cursed by a witch on a power kick, Julia Monroe has twenty-four hours to kill the leader of the local coven. If she fails, she’ll be forced to live as a wolf for the rest of her life. If she succeeds, she’ll be excommunicated from her pack and her family.

“A Myth in Moonlight” by Becca Andre – Leena knows that mythical creatures don’t exist – not in the modern magical world. But when the old werewolf myth proves to have some…bite, she must reexamine her beliefs to break an improbable curse before it runs wild in Cincinnati.

Serena Bell has a new release!

I absolutely loved this sexy romcom by Serena Bell!! WHAT is Rachel selling on Brody’s boat??? Let me know when you find out…….

What’s a bad boy doing hosting a book club on his boat? Excellent question. All I can tell you is, it’s not going well. I forgot the bug wipes, the extra TP, and the hand sanitizer, we’re out of wine, and… well, I may have made some people angry, if the reviews are any indication. The only way to dig myself out of this hole is to redeem myself by offering the best girls’ nights out in town.

Enter my best friend’s sister. I’ve gone out of my way to avoid Rachel, since despite her good-girl rep, I can’t seem to get her out of my head. Now she’s in my boat… and if I don’t watch myself, soon she’ll be in my bed. Things are going surprisingly well between us… but I know myself, and I’m not this guy. I’m the guy you want for fantasy fulfillment, not the guy you want for forever.

But what if I need this time to be different?

Toni Anderson has a new Cold Novel!!

Cold as Ice: FBI Romantic Thriller (Cold Justice – The Negotiators Book 5)

When Darby O’Roarke wakes up in a strange house with a dead man – with no memory of what happened – she knows who she has to call: FBI Supervisory Special Agent Eban Winters…the man she fell for, and who rejected her, last summer.

A negotiator isn’t supposed to get involved with kidnap victims, and Eban has been trying to avoid the temptation that is Darby O’Roarke ever since they met. One frantic phone call has him racing to Alaska to uncover the truth, but he faces stubborn opposition from the local police, and a growing media frenzy.

Getting Darby released from jail and keeping her safe is his first priority. When another woman is brutally slain, evidence emerges that suggests Darby is being framed, and that the culprit is a vicious serial killer who has eluded the FBI for more than a decade…and, now, the killer has Darby in their sights.

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The Weekly Recap – 9/17/21

Posted on September 17, 2021September 17, 2021 by adminrachelgrant

BROKEN FALCON (Evidence #11) is on PreOrder!

You can now pre-order both the BROKEN FALCON ebook AND the audiobook narrated by Nicol Zanzarella & Greg Tremblay! Pre-order now, so you can read or listen to the rest on October 22nd.

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Chase Johnston is leading a double life. After two years of psychological torment, the quiet, highly skilled Raptor operative now has a darker side, and he’s hellbent on bringing sex-traffickers to justice—using any means necessary. The only relief he finds for his troubled mind is a woman he’ll never meet in person.

Join Me for a Conversation with Laura Griffin

Enter Lucy Monroe’s Contest for a Crash Site ARC

Author Lucy Monroe is hosting a contest for an ARC of Crash Site! Enter before 11:59 pm Saturday, Sep 18, 2021. Enter by clicking the link below or here: https://contest.rachel-grant.net.

And be sure to say hello to the wonderful Lucy Monroe on her Facebook page!

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The Weekly Recap – 9/10/21

Posted on September 10, 2021 by adminrachelgrant

Last Call to Enter my Book Club Contest!

Are you in a book club? Do you want your club to read DANGEROUS GROUND? I’m running a contest in which your book club can win up to 12 print copies plus 1 set of audio CDs of DANGEROUS GROUND!

Books and CDs will be shipped to U.S. mailing addresses only.

For virtual book clubs, up to 12 U.S. mailing addresses can be provided if submitted via spreadsheet.

If scheduling permits, I am available to drop in at the end of the book club meeting via Zoom and answer questions about the book.

BROKEN FALCON (Evidence #11) is on PreOrder!

You can now pre-order the BROKEN FALCON audiobook narrated by Nicol Zanzarella & Greg Tremblay! Enjoy the snippet below and pre-order now, so you can read or listen to the rest on October 22nd.

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Chase Johnston is leading a double life. After two years of psychological torment, the quiet, highly skilled Raptor operative now has a darker side, and he’s hellbent on bringing sex-traffickers to justice—using any means necessary. The only relief he finds for his troubled mind is a woman he’ll never meet in person.

DANGEROUS GROUND Audiobook Clip

Here is a snippet from the DANGEROUS GROUND audiobook narrated by Eva Kaminsky, A.T. Chandler, and Michele Yatchmeneff. This clip is from early in the book, narrated by Eva. At this point in the story, Fiona doesn’t know who “Bill” is….

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In the remote and unpredictable Aleutians, danger comes without warning in an adrenaline rush of a novel by USA Today bestselling author Rachel Grant.

Archaeologist Fiona Carver has unfinished business in the Aleutian Islands. After an emergency evacuation cut her first expedition short, she’s finally back. But time is not on her side as she races to finish documenting the remnants of a prehistoric village, recover missing artifacts, and track down missing volcanologist Dylan Slater.

Having bluffed his way onto Fiona’s team with fake credentials, wildlife photographer Dean Slater is willing to risk more than federal prison to find his missing brother, but he needs Fiona’s help. She knows the inhospitable terrain better than anyone.

When the two set out together on a perilous journey, it becomes more than a recovery mission. In their fight for survival, nature isn’t the only threat. They aren’t the only ones on the hunt. Mile by dangerous mile, someone is hunting them.

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The Weekly Recap – 9/3/21

Posted on September 3, 2021September 3, 2021 by adminrachelgrant

DANGEROUS GROUND is Available Now!

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Fiona Carver #1

In the remote and unpredictable Aleutians, danger comes without warning in an adrenaline rush of a novel by USA Today bestselling author Rachel Grant.

Calling All Book Club Members!

Are you in a book club? Do you want your club to read DANGEROUS GROUND? I’m running a contest in which your book club can win up to 12 print copies plus 1 set of audio CDs of DANGEROUS GROUND!

Books and CDs will be shipped to U.S. mailing addresses only.

For virtual book clubs, up to 12 U.S. mailing addresses can be provided if submitted via spreadsheet.

If scheduling permits, I am available to drop in at the end of the book club meeting via Zoom and answer questions about the book.

My Guest Spot on a Podcast!

At the beginning of the summer I had the thrill of being a guest of author Aime Austin on her podcast, A Time to Thrill! This was such a fun interview that covers a wide range of topics across my writing and archaeological background and I got to learn so much about Aime too!

Episode 17: A Time to Thrill – Conversation with Aime Austin – featuring Rachel Grant

Ready for the next Fiona Carver? PreOrder Today!

For archaeologist Fiona Carver, the Caribbean glistens with untold menace in a heart-racing novel by Rachel Grant, USA Today bestselling author of Dangerous Ground.

Fiona Carver has landed a dream assignment: conducting an archaeological inventory of Ruby Island, a privately owned, pristine gem in the Caribbean. Two months in paradise exploring and mapping a lush rain forest, vast caves, and a seventeenth-century star fort and following up on legends of hidden Spanish gold. Add a simmering reunion with wildlife photographer Dean Slater and it’s enough to take Fiona’s breath away. But the sparkle fades when Dean’s arrival is met with sudden, terrifying danger.

Reunited and determined to see the project through, Fiona and Dean find themselves in a swirl of intrigue as they delve into the complex history of the unspoiled refuge, now a tropical haven for billionaires and their secrets. But the work isn’t easy, as someone appears determined to kill the project—by any means necessary.

As betrayal casts tropical storm clouds over Ruby Island and treasured friendships dissolve into distrust, one thing becomes clear: Fiona and Dean are trapped in a dangerous paradise.

A New Release from Louise Dawn

Louise Dawn has a new release and it looks amazing! STRIKING BLOW is book 2 of her Strike Zone Series.

As a teenager, Pearl escaped her small Colorado town for a glamorous career as a model. Now, a decade later, she’s a divorced single mother, with a target on her back. Hiding from her ex-husband—a war criminal—will take all of her efforts. But, she’s not alone—her tiny daughter is not alone. A hardened diplomatic agent steps in to help and Pearl finds comfort in his sheltering protection.

DSS Agent, Antonio Torres, doesn’t do sentimental, sweet, or angelic. His brutal past and militaristic lifestyle leave little room for tenderness. When a friend asks for a favor, escorting the terrified woman and her child to the States, Antonio cannot refuse. Despite their heated attraction, getting involved with the pretty socialite and her tangled past is not an option. After escorting Pearl Bandara to the US, he’ll walk away. Job done and favor repaid. So why does he feel like he’s throwing her to the wolves.

As their world turns upside down, Pearl and Antonio struggle with their heated desires. And a mercenary army in pursuit forces them to flee. The odds are stacked against them, and the capable agent will give up his life to save both mother and child. Will they survive the hunt?

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The Weekly Recap – 8/27/21

Posted on August 27, 2021August 28, 2021 by adminrachelgrant

DANGEROUS GROUND Audiobook News

I am so thrilled to share with you that DANGEROUS GROUND has THREE narrators: Eva Kaminsky, A.T. Chandler, and Michele Yatchmeneff. Romance audiobook fans will likely be familiar with Eva Kaminsky and A.T. Chandler (although they might be more familiar with A.T.’s work as Aiden Snow). I’m a huge fan of both narrators and am thrilled they were cast as Fiona and Dean! ?

In addition, I am deeply honored that Michele Yatchmeneff narrated a pivotal scene in the story that was written from the point of view of a Unangax? woman. There aren’t enough words to convey how over the moon I am that Brilliance Audio, my audiobook publisher, went the extra mile to cast a woman from the community to voice the role! ?

Fiona Carver #1

In the remote and unpredictable Aleutians, danger comes without warning in an adrenaline rush of a novel by USA Today bestselling author Rachel Grant.

Ready for the next Fiona Carver? PreOrder Today!

For archaeologist Fiona Carver, the Caribbean glistens with untold menace in a heart-racing novel by Rachel Grant, USA Today bestselling author of Dangerous Ground.

As betrayal casts tropical storm clouds over Ruby Island and treasured friendships dissolve into distrust, one thing becomes clear: Fiona and Dean are trapped in a dangerous paradise.

CONCRETE EVIDENCE News

Audiobook rights to CONCRETE EVIDENCE recently reverted to me, and as it was the only book in the Evidence Series that wasn’t narrated by Nicol Zanzarella, I was eager to have it re-recorded. As an audiobook listener, I’m a big fan of dual narration, and I also love Greg Tremblay’s work on the Flashpoint Series, so this felt like the perfect opportunity to ask both Nicol and Greg to narrate the book. I’m so thrilled they both were eager for the project and listening to them voice Erica and Lee felt like a homecoming of sorts. (And they’re teaming up again for BROKEN FALCON which will be out October 22nd!)

I took the opportunity to do some light revisions of the book and added an epilouge that I had only been able to offer as a separate bonus while the original audiobook was under contract. Readers have long wanted a little more of Erica and Lee’s happily ever after and I’m happy to share that you can now download the updated ebook and purchase the new audiobook.

The ebook of CONCRETE EVIDENCE is free at all etailers!

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The Weekly Recap – 8/20/21

Posted on August 20, 2021August 20, 2021 by adminrachelgrant

DANGEROUS GROUND is Available Now!!

Fiona Carver #1

In the remote and unpredictable Aleutians, danger comes without warning in an adrenaline rush of a novel by USA Today bestselling author Rachel Grant.

Christina Dodd shared this exclusive excerpt from DANGEROUS GROUND

I’m so thrilled that Christina Dodd shared this DANGEROUS GROUND excerpt on her Facebook page!

Dean lowered the camera and searched with unenhanced vision, spotting a small shape on the roof of one of the dilapidated structures as the moon rose behind it. He raised the viewfinder to his eye and zoomed in. Sure enough, it was a short-eared owl.

He snapped several pictures. These would be keepers, as the moonrise and the crumbling structure combined with the owl’s fixed, knowing gaze gave the image an eerie feel. He could sell these shots. A good price could pay his bail if he ended up getting arrested.

“What is it?” Fiona asked.

“Short-eared owl. Third building over. On the roofline.” He offered her his camera. “Want to see?”

“Yes, please.”

She stepped beside him, and he draped the sturdy strap of his camera around her neck, then pointed the lens toward the round-headed raptor.

She let out a soft gasp. “Oh! He’s beautiful. I mean, if it’s a he.”

“It’s hard to tell with short-eared owls. The females are slightly larger than the males and maybe darker. But that’s difficult to gauge in this light and without both present.”

“Well, it’s beautiful, whatever it is.”

He looked down at the woman holding his favorite camera, as she gazed with rapture at the tiny bird thirty meters away. The rising moon gave her skin an ethereal glow.

Usually, in moments like this, he was the one holding the camera. Or the moment of discovery was planned, expected even, as part of the expedition. Tonight was random; that’s why it felt . . . special.

“Take a few pictures if you want,” he said. “I’ve got more than enough memory cards for the next two weeks.” He bought them in bulk, like they were Costco bags of Halloween candy.

“I don’t know where to begin. I’ve never used anything more complex than a point-and-shoot.”

“I’ve already set the shutter speed and adjusted the light meter for these conditions and that depth of field. You’re good to go.” He moved her finger to the shutter release button.

“Fire away.”She did, and after she took a few, she lowered the camera to look at the screen, which showed the last image taken. “I took that?”

He smiled at her obvious joy. “You did.”

“Well, I kind of cheated, but still, it might be the prettiest photo I’ve ever taken.”

“I’ll email it to you.”

“I’ll have it mounted and framed and tell everyone who will listen that I was the photographer.”

His grin deepened. He liked this side of her. “If you want, I can give you photography lessons when we’re on Chiksook.”

“Really?” Her face lit with excitement. “That would be amazing. Learning how to use a real camera is one of those things I’ve always wanted to do but have never had time for.”

“First weather day, you’ll get a lesson.” And he’d enjoy every moment like this one. Standing close. Teaching her . . .

On instinct, he dipped his head down, making a move without thought. This was as natural as breathing, as ingrained as scratching an itch. Fiona leaned in, lips ever so slightly parted, but then she dropped back. “Bill, don’t. Don’t ruin this. I don’t do field flings. Ever.”

All at once, he was zapped back into the moment. His name was Bill. She was Fiona. His brother’s girlfriend.

And he’d almost kissed her.

Watch and Listen to My Facebook Live Chat with Jayne Ann Krentz!

On August 19th I had the BEST chat with the always amazing Jayne Ann Krentz!

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