Readers, I have some shocking news for you, something that’s never happened before. Take a look at the letter below that I received in the mail, just before the launch of Sins of the Past–-my novella with Lynette Eason and Dee Henderson.

Enclosed with the note was a list of profiles of Lynette’s and Dee’s, and my characters. Apparently Anonymous has been stalking our books for quite some time. I can only assume the “clues” Anonymous promised to reveal will help rule out some of the characters below.

Potential Victims

• Evie Blackwell From: Traces of Guilt by Dee Henderson
  Occupation: Illinois state police detective
  Most Likely to be Found: Solving puzzles, watching classic movies, trying new restaurants

• Jillian Carter From: When A Secret Kills by Lynette Eason
  Occupation: Investigative reporter
  Most Likely to Be Found: Hiding from a killer who wants her dead, spending time with her daughter

• Kirra Jacobs From: Sabotaged by Dani Pettrey
  Occupation: Veterinarian, owner of a shelter for rescued sled dogs
  Most Likely to be Found: Caring for animals, snowshoeing, or cross-country skiing

• David Hackett From: No One To Trust by Lynette Eason
  Occupation: Former Special Forces
  Most Likely to Be Found: Doing something for his wife, Summer, or helping someone in need

• Charlotte Graham From: Unspoken by Dee Henderson
  Occupation: Artist
  Most Likely to be Found: Selling old collectible coins, drawing, attending sporting events

• Macey Adams From: Blackout by Lynette Eason (novella in Sins of the Past)
  Occupation: Paramedic
  Most Likely to Be Found: At work or driving an ambulance

• Mark Bishop From: Undetected by Dee Henderson
  Occupation: Navy commander
  Most Likely to be Found: At work on a submarine, reading a good mystery

• Piper McKenna From: Shattered by Dani Pettrey
  Occupation: Co-owner of Last Frontier Adventures
  Most Likely to be Found: Reading a mystery novel, traveling, planning a party with friends

• Olivia Edwards From: Always Watching by Lynette Eason
  Occupation: Bodyguard
  Most Likely to Be Found: At work since she doesn’t know what it means to relax

• Griffin McCray From: Cold Shot by Dani Pettrey
  Occupation: Gettysburg park ranger
  Most Likely to be Found: Hiking, watching a baseball game, or making homemade trail mix

• Gage McKenna From: Stranded by Dani Pettrey
  Occupation: Co-owner of Last Frontier Adventures
  Most Likely to be Found: Cooking, kayaking, practicing the trumpet or the piano

What Can You Do?

Amy Green, the fiction publicist at Bethany House, is appointing herself the investigative lead on this mystery, but she can’t do it alone. It’ll take a team to solve the mystery, rescue the character, and bring the kidnapper to justice. That’s why I’m asking you, dear readers, to join us. Lynette, Dee, and I  already recruited the help of bookstore owners and book review bloggers to help us find clues to determine which character is being held hostage and how we can rescue him or her. The stops on the tour are listed below. Make sure you don’t miss a single step of the investigation!

Clues will be revealed at each stop to help you figure out which character has been kidnapped. (If you can’t make it in person to the bookstore events, don’t worry—Lynette and I will post the clue from the events on our Facebook pages within 24 hours of the event.)

Friday, April 29, 4 PM
LifeWay Christian Bookstore
3726 E Franklin Blvd
Gastonia, NC 28054

Saturday, April 30, 1 PM
Christian Supply
1600 John B White Sr Blvd
Spartanburg, SC 29301

Wednesday, May 4
Just Commonly with Annie

Saturday, May 7
Just Romantic Suspense

Wednesday, May 11
Reading is My Superpower with Carrie

Saturday, May 14, 1 PM
His Way Christian Bookstore
Southdale Shopping Center
8 Mountain Rd
Glen Burnie MD 21060

Sunday, May 15, 2 PM
Barnes & Noble
620 Marketplace Dr.
Bel Air, MD 21014

Wednesday, May 18
Finding Wonderland with Rissi

Saturday, May 21
Will Bake for Books with Bekah

Wednesday, May 25
The Suspense Zone

Thursday, June 2, 7-9 PM Eastern
Sins of the Past Mystery and Mayhem Facebook Party

Be sure to RSVP to the Facebook party on June 2—if enough concerned readers show up, Lynette, Dee and I are hoping Anonymous will make an appearance as well so we can solve the case. Don’t worry: with a team of loyal readers like you, we’re sure we’ll get the character back safe and sound!

Drop by Bethany House’s blog for more details and information.

Thanks for your help!