Deception
by Erin O'Reilly
Is release and is available at SCP and Bella Books

Valerie Hayken Photography and Design

Listen to a reading. Watch a trailer created by JM Dragon

Synopsis

Lane Cuthbert knew exactly where she wanted to go and what she had to do to get there. Her goal was to challenge the network legal gurus for their positions but first, she needed a juicy scandal or murder. What she found was a beautiful woman with a secret in need of a lawyer.

When the sheriff charges beautiful and wealthy Bryce Clayton with the murder of her nemesis Preston Garrett, Lane sees her chance at fame. The only problem is, Bryce won’t say where she was at the time of the murder. Although Lane is able to discredit many of the district attorney’s witnesses she still has a problem – the alleged murder weapon belongs to Bryce.

Through twists and turns the trial reveals secrets that people wished to keep private. Can Lane convince the jury of her client’s innocence or will Bryce pay the ultimate price for her silence? Deception is the pretext that allows secrets to flourish and allows murderers to conceal the truth.

New Beginnings
by JM Dragon and Erin O'Reilly

JM Dragon and I are pleased to announce the release of New Beginnings (ISBN: 978-1-933113-76-0) on December 16, 2007, by Intaglio Publications. You can find this story along with other fine Intaglio Publications at SCP.

Valerie Hayken Photography and Design

Synopsis

This two-story odyssey inextricably links the lives of four women in a curious mix of intrigue, deception, and understanding.

When Lauren Walker and Maggie Sullivan meet, they have a spontaneous attraction that sparks immediately. Judge Victoria Walker, Lauren's
domineering mother, becomes a reluctant pivotal catalyst that sends them on a journey of discovery.

Maggie, who is desperate to keep her past a secret, is drawn into the equation in a way she never expected or wanted. Those events inevitably connect them to the path of Harriet Aristides and Nichola (Nicky) Ralston, whose journey toward the promise of a new start is far from simple.

Tragedy appears to be the middle name of Harriet; it is hard to believe she will ever be truly happy again. Corporate intrigue involving the promise of medical discoveries defines her life. Uncharacteristically, she enters the unknown realm of fieldwork in the jungles of South America. Among the small team of people with her on the trip is Nichola Ralston. Nicky has a secret that could dramatically change the way Harriet views their growing friendship.

Festering away in the dark is a situation that insidiously enters all their lives.

Revelations

I am pleased to announce the release of Revelations ( ISBN: 978-1-933113-75-3) available now at SCP. This rewritten and reedited version of Emma’s Journey includes new scenes and a more satisfying ending. I wish to thank Intaglio Publications for their faith in this story and me. I also wish to express my gratitude to all the readers of my stories on the Internet who have supported me and encouraged me to continue writing.

Valerie Hayken Photography and Design

Story Synopsis

Emma Sanders survives in a dark world of fear and shadows created by her mother. Circumstances thrown into her life's path keep her isolated, alone, and far removed from the trappings of modern society. She does what she has to do to endure life in spite of her perceived inadequacies and worthlessness.

When a shadowy figure emerges from the muddy depths of water near her boat dock, light begins to creep into Emma's lonely existence. Cay O'Neill's path twists and turns, bringing her to Jones' Lake and Emma Sanders.

Slowly, Emma allows Cay into her life, rejoicing in the new found emotion of friendship and other feelings that she can’t quite explain. But a common enemy threatens the fledgling relationship. Can they form a strong bond in a fight to stay alive? Will the light of a once-inconceivable world shine on her or will Emma find betrayal?

To read an excerpt from the book click here.

To view the trailer created by JM Dragon for Revelations click here.

I had an online interview with the l-word fan site. Click here to read the interview.

Echoes of the Past is complete. We have included a zip link at the end of the story. Echoes of the Past is the third story in J.M. Dragon's storyline When Heaven Meets Hell and Fatal Hesitation. Olivia and Amelia are living together in a platonic relationship when an old love asks for Olivia's help. Will the old feelings Olivia had for her first love reemerge or will she stay with Amelia? This fast moving story has twists and turns and some you won't see coming.

I would like to extend my thanks to JM Dragon for hosting my site. Visit her site for wonderful stories that will fill your heart with happiness.

I am honored that Missy' Covers has created a cover for my story 'Specter Of Fear'. Click here to see this fabulous work, then please let her know what you think.

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