A Flute in the Willows
Carole Brown
Story and Logic Media Group
December 2017
2.99 Ebook
12,99 Print
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About the Book
Both rebels in their own way, Josie and Jerry Patterson must
figure out how to keep the other's love...and keep the German enemy at bay.
She has two loves—her skating and Jerry, her husband. But
when he returns home looking like a skeleton trying to return to life, she's
scared. What happened in Germany to change a man so much? Has another woman
captured his heart?
Jerry has vowed to let Josie live her own glamourous
life...especially after what happened in Germany. But when his wife's life is
threatened, Jerry realizes he can't stand by and do nothing. Jerry has to risk
all for the very soul and life of himself—Josie.
These two damaged, rebellious people learn the hard way that
leaning on God instead of their own selves and abilities is the only true way
to love and happiness.
Carole, what do you love about this book?
A Flute in the Willows was one of my hardest to write. Yet I
loved how it came together and ended. I was able to bring several pertinent
topics (to today's world) such as PTSD and marital relationships. Then Josie
and Jerry Patterson appealed to me and touched my heart because of their
selfish ways and the hardships they had to endure to learn that God's way is
the best. They came from different backgrounds, yet both ignored God. Josie
because of her self-regard in wanting to succeed with her own desires and lack
of comprehension of the love her family had for her. Jerry, though came from a
family with a father who was so busy with his own work that he ignored his
loved ones and belittled Jerry when he didn't achieve what his father felt he
should.
Introduce us to a minor character.
One of my favorite characters in this series is Papa Ossie.
Oswald Rayner is big, handsome, loud, and a widower, but he adores his
daughters and does his best to lead them right. In A Flute in the Willows he's
especially noticeable because he's not only trying to save Josie, his second,
and most rebellious daughter, but her husband too. His advice is down to earth
and not always easily swallowed, but it's given with so much and care that he
doesn't overstep the boundaries, but instead, helps them both to consider
better ways that will yield what they need. Because Josie is so much like him,
he understands her moves and ways which helps him in giving the advice he knows
can help her—if she accepts it.
He's a great father and character, and though not a perfect
person, he's realistic and likeable, and that's what counts.
Share two things you learned either about the era/genre or
about publishing while writing this book.
In each of these WWII era books, the research will overlap,
but I positively found it swooningly interesting. I adore the early 1900s
history. If I have to pick out two...
The fashion of the day was quite engaging. I particularly
enjoyed learning about the hats worn then, the variety and, for the men's, the
meaning of the styles and tilts.
The spy business. Romance, danger, secrets, travel and
results all gave me pause for thought. It wasn't that the spies were always
hidden, checking out people,etc. Sometimes, spying in plain sight, parties and
women, meeting the well-known, high society activities: all were a part of a
spy's life. It was invigorating and alluring, but also detrimental too. The
cost was high if caught. Shame, prison and death were to be expected.
But the study of it was an eye-opening time.
What are you working on now?
I'm finishing up book four of my Appleton, WV Romantic
Mystery series: Toby's Troubles.
Toby Gibson's sister—Caroline Gibson Carrington, co-owner of
Undiscovered Treasures—just got married to his best friend and left him holding
the reins of the shop. The problem is, a ghost (or is it a real live person?)
is searching for something in his shop late at night, and it's getting
tiresome. On top of that, one of his friends is trying to outbid him in
purchasing the property between their businesses. And he suspects she's in love
with him.
He's much too busy to dwell on love with Amy Sanderson,
until the ghost/person invades her property searching for...what? A new
handsome man in town and a gorgeous blond that looks a bit like his friend
steal their attention, but the question is: do either of these have anything to
do with the break-ins?
Can Toby catch the person interrupting his sleep? Do they
both find the love of their lives or is it right under their noses?
Coming late summer...
How do you overcome your biggest challenge to publication?
By never giving up! Writing
the book, sometimes, seems the easiest part. Publication, not so much. With
more books coming out than ever before, it can be discouraging. Being a hybrid
author (both traditionally and Indie), means that I have both methods available
to me. Some authors refuse to consider Indie publishing, but others use it and
succeed in their endeavors. I see advantages in both.
About the Author
Besides being a member and active participant of many
writing groups, Carole Brown enjoys mentoring beginning writers. An author of
ten books, she loves to weave suspense and tough topics into her books, along
with a touch of romance and whimsy, and is always on the lookout for
outstanding titles and catchy ideas. She and her husband reside in SE Ohio but
have ministered and counseled nationally and internationally. Together, they
enjoy their grandsons, traveling, gardening, good food, the simple life, and
did she mention their grandsons?
Connect with Carole:
Personal blog: http://sunnebnkwrtr.blogspot.com/
Amazon Author Page: http://www.amazon.com/Carole-Brown/e/B00EZV4RFY/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1427898838&sr=8-1
Twitter: https://twitter.com/browncarole212
Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/sunnywrtr/boards/
Stitches in Time: http://stitchesthrutime.blogspot.com/
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