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#Giveaway Interview DARYNDA JONES and HellHounds #EighthGrave @Darynda @StMartinsPress

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Eighth Grave After Dark by Darynda Jones
ISBN: 9781250045652
Series: ,
Published by St. Martin's Press on 2015-05-19
Genres: Fantasy, Fiction, Mystery & Detective, Paranormal, Private Investigators, Women Sleuths
Pages: 352
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Sometimes I wonder if the purpose of my life
is to serve as a cautionary tale to others.
--T-shirt

With twelve hellhounds after her, pregnant Charley Davidson takes refuge at the only place she thinks they can’t get to her: the grounds of an abandoned convent. But after months of being cooped up there, Charley is ready to pop. Both metaphorically and literally since she is now roughly the size of a beached whale. Fortunately, a new case has captured her attention, one that involves a murder on the very grounds the team has taken shelter upon. A decades-old murder of the newly-vowed nun she keeps seeing in the shadows is almost enough to pull her out of her doldrums.

Charley’s been forbidden to step foot off the sacred grounds. While the angry hellhounds can’t traverse the consecrated soil, they can lurk just beyond its borders. They have the entire team on edge, especially Reyes. And if Charley didn’t know better, she would swear Reyes is getting sick. He grows hotter with every moment that passes, his heat scorching across her skin every time he’s near, but naturally he swears he’s fine.

While the team searches for clues on the Twelve, Charley just wants answers and is powerless to get them. But the mass of friends they’ve accrued helps. They convince her even more that everyone in her recent life has somehow been drawn to her, as though they were a part of a bigger picture all along. But the good feelings don’t last for long because Charley is about to get the surprise of her crazy, mixed-up, supernatural life….


About the Author

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author DARYNDA JONES won a RITA Award for best first novel for First Grave On The Right. As a born storyteller, she grew up spinning tales of dashing damsels and heroes in distress for any unfortunate soul who happened by, annoying man and beast alike. Jones lives in the Land of Enchantment, also known as Albuquerque, New Mexico, with her husband and two beautiful sons, the Mighty, Mighty Jones Boys.

 

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I was lucky to participate in a live conversation with DARYNDA JONES, author of the Charley Davidson series.

Mary: Hi, Darynda. It’s Mary from Book Hounds. Of course, my question is dog related. Were the hellhounds inspired by your own dogs?

Darynda Jones: That’s the best idea I ever heard. You know, I will say that’s very possible. They have put me through heck. I was so excited. I just got my author copies of Eighth Grave, I put the box in my office, and I’m so excited. I get up the next morning and my eight-month-old, Steffy [sp], decided to eat one.

Thank God she only ate one because she ripped through that box and could have had the entire box. So it could very well be. You might be onto something. Thank you.

I have to include a question from Kristie at Dark Faerie Tales  since it leads into my question. 

Kristie: I have kind of a two-fold question. You mentioned a possible spinoff in the future. When will that spin–in your planning, how far away is that spinoff going to be? And who is it going to feature? And is that character one of your favorite characters throughout this series? Or is this somebody that you’ve grown to love?

Darynda Jones: Okay.

I haven’t been telling people this, but, I love that you asked it. I do want to do it someday, so I thought maybe if I put it out there people would really want it. My plan was to have both the Charley series and the spinoff going at the same time, but because of timelines it wouldn’t have worked. Even my agent was against it. She was like no, you’re just going to have to wait until the Charley books end and then do the spinoff.

Of course, the way my mind is so chaotic and all over the place, I’m already working on the books for this spinoff that can’t happen.

I will say that from Eighth Grave they happen probably about 19 years later, if that gives you an idea of who it might be about. It’s Charley and Reyes’s daughter, and it’s her story.

It does feature a character who I’ve introduced who I’m absolutely in love with. Osh, or Osh’ekiel, is going to be in it too. So that’s going to be their books later on down the line. Keep your fingers crossed.

Kristie: I will keep my fingers crossed for it. Thank you.

Mary: Oh, I just got chills when you said that. I have a follow up.

Darynda Jones: That’s a good thing. Yay!

Mary: I was a huge fan of Dead Like Me. Were there books that inspired you to write Charley or TV shows?

Darynda Jones: I don’t know as far as books. You know, believe it or not, this is going to sound horrible but I didn’t really read that much paranormal before I got published in paranormal. Now I read almost all paranormal, I love it so much.

But I didn’t really read it before then. Honestly, I read historical romance, like, forever. That’s all I read.

I’ve written since I was little, and I realized growing up that I have always written either paranormal or science fiction. So I don’t think hardly any of my stories were just normal.

I think that’s part of it. Also, just a general love of anything paranormal. I’m a huge fan of Joss Whedon. I love Buffy and Angel and all of them. When I originally came up with Charley, that was my plan. I wanted just an ordinary world, an ordinary woman, with a little bit of Buffy in her.

Of course, that has grown and expanded. But, if anything I would probably say Buffy.

 

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  1. noraadrienne – Brooklyn, NY
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    I’ve read most of the books in this series and own an ARC of #6 that I won in a contest. I love the character and would be overjoyed to add this one to my collection.

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    • Victoria Sanders – I earned a Bachelors Degree in Literary Science at University of Dallas in 1988. I worked as an Editor for Lullaby Times, a children's picture book company for 9 years before opening Victoria Sanders Literary Agency in Plano, TX. I represent work in the genre of fantasy, science fiction, paranormal and detective crime.
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      Hi Darynda, great cover and interview. All the best.

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  7. jovialvampyre
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    Yes, and the shorts. I love Charley :). What a fantastic idea running the spinoff in tandem with Charley – can’t wait :)!

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  10. Eva Millien – Gonzales, Louisiana – I love to read, paranormal, urban fantasy, romantic suspense, erotic romance, science fiction / fantasy romance and military romance Single mom with 1 granddaughter love photography
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    Love this series and I enjoyed the chat! Thanks so much for sharing!

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  20. thegeekyjunkee
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    Awesome interview! Darynda is one of my favorite authors, and I love the Charley Davidson series. If you haven’t read it and you love snarky humor, read it now. I <3 Cookie!

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  23. @Simba_Puppy_The_Great – I'm just a perfect Shiba Inu in a hooman world, slowly taking over hearts and minds alike, while one day planning on being the first puppy on Mars. Come join me for some adventures!
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    I love this series and would love to get this copy to add to my series, thanks!

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  26. Bex | TotallyBex.com – Tennessee, US – Reviews and Recommendations for the Cozy-Minded Romance Reader
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    I have read all of the books and I am anxiously awaiting the next one!

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  28. says

    I have read all the books. I got a late start and picked up book 1 when book 5 was released. I loved them immediately and raced through the entire series, anxiously awaiting the next release. As I am now itching to read #8.

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  38. says

    I’ve actually started reading the first one, First Grave on the Right, and am almost done with it! I am LOVING it so far, and I can’t wait to read more of the series!!!

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  40. amy2read89 – Hates the term nerdy, I prefer to be known as intellectually badass. Generally i m good-natured, though at times i can be blunt and sarcastic. i love to travel, wear crazy socks. I love to read just about anything except science fiction. I am quiet with strangers, yet loud when among friends, and I am shy to many, yet friendly to more. I am a librarian with her ever-increasing library of books, and a writer with her tale caught in the midpoint of the mind. I'm a Junior in College, trying to make it throughout the commotion of classes and to the concise freedom at the end of the course. Im a hopeless romantic I love the feeling that im doing something worthwhile. I love any kind of music, one day I might find listening to music calming especially while taking a long walk and another day I can be found singing and dancing around my house cleaning with the music blasting. I love old tv shows and movies and I sometimes think I was born in the wrong era.
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    I’ve read the first two and i can’t wait to catch up 🙂

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  41. Michelle Willms – I am a professional reader, editor, blogger, and reviewer. I have experience in journalism, editing, grantwriting, PR, and other forms of writing. I have worked as a college professor in a past life, and have also been employed in many other interesting and not so interesting professions. I love writing, my family, animals, reading, writing, cooking, and reading some more. Did I mention reading and writing? If you'd like me to review your work, please send an email to me at michelle_willms@yahoo.com. I ONLY accept print copies for review.
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    I have read most books in this series and would love to have all of these books. I love her work.

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  42. says

    Yay! Wonderful interview! I just very recently discovered the Charley Davidson series. I’ve read the first three books and I cannot wait to read more! =)

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  43. says

    Darynda is one of the most talented authors I’ve read. I honestly count the days till I can read her latest in the Grave series.

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  47. finkleton – Kentucky – I have always been entranced by stories of magical adventure, and though I have had to live in the practical world, running a family business as well as two of my own, I have discovered that writing is an entirely new, exciting adventure all on its own! I also enjoy reading historical romance... sigh.
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    My cousin recommended this series to me and I wasn’t sure if I’d like it, but OMG, I love it so much! I so can’t wait to read Eighth Grave After Dark.

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  49. Alex – California – I love to read. Like seriously, I'm always reading s book and been like that since middle school. I'm a college student in my junior year and my major is Criminal Justice and I have plans on becoming a CSI.
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    An awesome series!!

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  52. dmwigand73
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    I have read all the Charley Davidson books that have been released so far. Darynda Jone is my #1 favorite author and a very sweet lady. What perfect combinations of humor, action, romance, suspense, and paranormal!

    Thank you for the giveaway!

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  55. bonniegill
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    Omg I love this series! I’ve read all of them at least three times. Today I just recommended it to my sister and nieces.

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  57. jerseygrl5
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    I have read and RE-READ all of the Charley Davidson series and I am HOOKED!! Can’t wait til Eighth Grave After Dark comes out!! ONLY 8 MORE DAYS!!! WOO HOO!!!!

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  63. says

    A while ago, I found her books in the library. I thought it looked pretty good, and it was!! I wrote her name down so I would remember it after returning the book. I just haven’t had time to get more. Winning this prize would be absolutely great! Thanks for the chance to win it!

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  65. says

    Not yet! I gave First Grave to a friend of mine for Christmas, figuring I would be able to borrow it back to read. Still waiting!!

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  69. says

    I have the audiobook of every book in the series so far… But if u can’t guess I’m in love with this series and have a few books in the series as well… I love Charley n Reyes.. And Darynda…. Oh but we can’t forgetCookie….. Ty for giveaway… Would Luv yo win

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  71. Texas Book Lover – US – Busy mom who loves to what football and read romances!
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    I’ve read the first several and am super excited to sit down and gorge on the rest now that this one is about to be released!!!

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  78. lori faires – I'm a street wise Witch Kitty who loves to read. I went to the School of Hard Knocks. I work at treating others as I wish to be treated. An' ye harm none, do what ye.will. To follow the rule of three, As what ye do comes back to thee times three. Blessed be. )O(
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    No, I haven’t read any of the books in this series, but they sound great. I can’t wait to start. I’ve got them on my TBR list. Blessings & Thanks to All

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  81. Claudette Melanson - Author of Dark Fantasy – Guelph, ON – Pick up one of my Dark Fantasy Titles on Amazon today! http://amzn.to/10l24aj Claudette Melanson lives in Guelph, Ontario, with her husband Ron and four bun babies: Tegan, Pepper, Butters & Beckett. She was born in Bristol, Tennessee and graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a BA in English and an MA in Literature. Vampires have been a passion since age five. She hopes to one day work full time as an author, since there are many, many books living inside her head.In her spare time (what’s that anyway?) she enjoys watching Japanese Anime and reading vampire stories....along with other great fiction. She is also very interested in good health and is an advocate of Ketogenic eating, using whole and natural foods. Future dreams include writing many more books, spending more time with her son, Jacob and sister, Susie. She hopes to take them and her nieces Maggie, Sadie and Sophie to Disneyworld with the proceeds from the first novel. A Rabbit Rescue fanatic, she also hopes to help rescues all over the world save many innocent lives.
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    I haven’t read any of the books yet, but they look so good. Definitely on my TBR list now!

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    • Victoria Sanders – I earned a Bachelors Degree in Literary Science at University of Dallas in 1988. I worked as an Editor for Lullaby Times, a children's picture book company for 9 years before opening Victoria Sanders Literary Agency in Plano, TX. I represent work in the genre of fantasy, science fiction, paranormal and detective crime.
      says

      Hello Darynda, nice cover and interview. All the best

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  88. Sophia Rose – USA – Book Reviewer Love to read, write, garden, bake, walk, travel, visit friends and family. Cat lover, westerner at heart, shy, baseball lover, chocoholic.
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    Fun interview and enjoyed the answers you ladies got. I love this series. I’ve read all, but this last one. Can’t wait for more Charley, Cookie, Uncle Bob and Reyes.

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  93. Stephanie F.
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    I am a little behind on the series but am eager to get caught up. It has always been a favorite series of mine. Love Charley and Cookie and Reyes is just yummy.

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  94. christytea – 22 y/o college grad who likes glee, kpop, lgbt films, and m/m romance novels
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    I’ve read most of the book in the series; it’s one of my favorite series!

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  95. Aila @ One Way Or An Author – Living life in the suburbs of Georgia as a student while traveling through fictional universes. What more can I say? I'm a wanderer at heart.
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    Thanks for the giveaway! I remember binge-reading the first six books over a week and fell in love with the characters. Can’t wait for this next book!

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  96. says

    I have read all of the Charlie books, and just received 8th Grave! Anxious to get started but hesitant because I will be lost when it ends…

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