Having read and reviewed all 3 of the Huntington Desert Mystery Series by Anna Celeste Burke-I, like many of you wanted to read about a character in all those novels-Bernadette! Bernadette, one of my favorite characters in this series has a book about her as well--it is the prequel to all these books. Everyone should have a Bernadette in their lives especially if you are among the 1% that live in California and are spoiled, rich and totally unhappy as all the women in this series are, and so are most of their mothers!
Bernadette, the housekeeper and somewhat surrogate Mom tells her story to 9 year old Jessica in such a way that you can actually feel every last occurrence. You will laugh and cry as Bernadette tells her amazing tale of love found and lost, that not all people are good--even family and that trust in the almighty will pull you through. But is also trying to teach Jessica that Hasta luego is not goodbye!
You really have to read this--and the author is giving away 1 Grand prize US & Can and 10 e--book winners-
Grand Prize--$25 Amazon-signed copy of book & tea US & Canada
And 10 others will win an E-Book copy of A Foot Above the Ground
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About the Book: (from Amazon)
*****Voted one of the 50 Self-published books worth reading, 2015!*****
We should all have a Bernadette in our lives... Set in California and Mexico in the 1960s this tale evokes a simpler, more innocent time and place. A story of love, loss, and resilience in the face of a haunting mystery.
What readers are saying about Love a Foot Above the Ground
5***** “If you believe in love, please read this book and you will be enlightened by the power of everlasting love....Five stars to this one!”
5***** “This is a stunningly rich saga played out in the culture of Mexico's Baja California, as a young girl learns the lessons of life, love, jealousy and betrayal. Against the odds, she ultimately finds peace and happiness, but not in any way you might expect from the intricacies of this fine saga.”
5***** “The writing style is fabulously romantic and mysterious and the scenery brilliantly described. By the end of the book I felt as though the people and places involved were actually real.”
5***** “The book was so powerful and a completely fascinating read.”
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About the Author: (from Amazon)
Life is an extravaganza! figuring out how to hang tough and make the most of the wild ride is the challenge.
On my way to Oahu to join the rock musician and high school drop-out I had met in San Diego and married in Tijuana, I was nabbed by the police as a runaway. When the police let me go and the rock band broke up, my husband and I had to find another way to survive. Our next stop: Disney World where we trained to be chefs, courtesy of the Walt Disney World University. A GED for my husband, and many more years of education landed us in academia at The Ohio State University. Retired now from my role as a professor in social work and behavioral science, I have picked up a long-time interest in writing fiction. I'm still married to the same sweet guy and live with him in the Palm Springs area. In addition to reading and writing fiction, I enjoy painting, hiking, hanging out with my handsome husband and tending to my Siamese kitties.
An award-winning and bestselling author I enjoy snooping into life's mysteries with fun, fiction, & food—California style! My books include the Jessica Huntington Desert Cities Mystery series set in the Coachella Valley near Palm Springs, the Corsario Cove Cozy Mystery series set on California’s Central Coast, and The Georgie Shaw Cozy Mystery series set in Orange County, California--the OC. Coming soon: The Misadventures of Betsy Stark also set here in the Coachella Valley. Find out more at http://www.desertcitiesmystery.com.
If you go to her website this author also does a lot of giveaways for her own books as well as in collaboration with other authors.
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And here is the Giveaway--
This contest is open world wide for the E-books. The Grand Prize can only be won by someone residing in the US or Canada. anyone aged 18 years of age or older. One winner will be chosen via Rafflecopter for the Grand prize--10 will be choosen for the e-books,at the end of the giveaway. I will email those winners-they must reply within 48 hours with the e-mail they wish the e-books prize sent to. The Grand Prize winner must send me their full name and snail mail address. I will forward that information to the author who is responsible for getting you the prize.
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44 comments :
Woohoo! Thanks so much for the great review and for hosting the giveaway. Yes, rich or not, we should all have a Bernadette in our lives. xx
Bernadette must be more than wonderful with so many books featuring her! Thank you for the giveaway!
Going to add these to book list now!
It's great when you find a character you love and can follow them through their own series!
I like when pre/sequels tell different characters' stories. I also think the author should make her life story into a book!
I can't say that I've read any of her books previously, but my wife has. I seem to recall her talking about Maddie's Project since it's the same name as our daughter.
I have read a few of her books, Ill have to add this one to the list for sure!
I have not read any of her books. I think the George Shaw cozy mystery series looks good.
I've never read her books. Will have to give them a try!
Isn't it just the best feeling to settle down with the latest book in your favorite series? Like catching up with old friends.
I haven't read any of her books before. I would be interested in reading all of these. They all look really good! :)
This sounds like a great read! I've never heard or read any of her books before! I will have to check them out!
The main character is a lady I'd love in my household too. I love that you are also offering a nice giveaway
I would love to read this book! Sounds like an amazing read! New to this author!never read any of her books but I am going to!!!!
Great opportunity...thanks for your offer.
I am a first time visitor to this site. I have yet to read one of your books. However, I have added them to my list since they sound like the kind I enjoy reading
jwisley(at)aol(dot)com
Fascinating post and I'm intrigued by Anna's life experiences--Quite a road to follow.
Thanks for the intro to a new to me author. I'm interested in trying any new mystery series.
This is wonderful!
I have not and I would say Love Notes in the Key of Sea.
No I haven't. I think that my wife would like Summer Bliss.
I haven't read any of your books. I do however have Mother's Day Magic and Happy Homocides 2.
I don't think I've gotten around to reading any of her books. I am getting a review copy of Happy Homicides 4, though.
I haven't read any if her books but I want to, I would really really want to read therm!!!
I have one in print and several downloaded.
Thanks for the chance.
Carol Smith
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Just bought Happy Homicides 4..can't wait to read Love A Foot Above The Ground...all of your books are so worth buying...
hugs..shirley
I have read both books with Kim & Brien, all 3 Georgie Shaw books, and Maddie's Project. I plan on reading the Jessica Hunter series. I love all of them!
I wrote Huntington but auto correct changed it!
Well, I posted on the wrong page! But I love the books I've read by Anna Celeste Burke--- have not read MikkisHope. Great review!
Sounds really good!
humor, love great friendships - great combination for great series!
I haven't read any of the books, but Murder at Catmmando Mountain has me really intrigued. The title and cover are just great! Thanks for the giveaway!
i haven't read any of her books yet, but i'd love to know which one of her books SHE recommends! thank you!
I haven't read any of her books yet. They sound great!
I loved Murder at Catmmando Mountain!
Your new to me, but, I'm glad to see this. It looks great! Donamaekutska7@gmail.com
I think All Hallows' Eve Heist and Murder At Catmmando Mountain both sounds like good stories.
So far I haven't read any of her books, but I'd like to.
I have not had the opportunity as of yet to read any of this author's work, but I would love to read the Mystery Gone Mad series.
I would love to read All Halloweens Heist because I love anything Halloween or Christmas themed. But it sounds good...
Marilyn ewatvess@yahoo.com
I love Halloween..it is my favorite part of the fall season!!💜💜. Thanks for the chance to win! Haven't read yet but looking forward to it!!
Yes, I have read several of her books, and really enjoyed them.
Yes I have read several of her books, I have now purchased 2 more so I can stay up on the series.
I have read several of her books. I am on the Cosario Cove #2 now.
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