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A Rising Tide follows a bookstore owner with supernatural gifts who starts having haunting dreams sending her on a journey of self-discovery filled with danger and a confrontation with her detiny. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?
This is the 13th book in the series and Jessie has wondered where her gift came from. Matt paid for her to go to Ireland because her family came from Ireland. The idea shows up in several of the books but I knew the trip had to show her why she had the gift that she does. This would be a crucial point in the series. The culture of Ireland is perfect for the possibility of magic with all its wonderful legends and magical creatures.
Do you think there’s a single moment in everyone’s life, maybe not as traumatic, that is life-changing?
Yes, it is possible that one single moment can alter the course of our life. But I also believe we have many life changing moments in our journey, We can change and continue to grow through out our lives. To me Jessie epitomizes the idea of what would happen if we became truly aware of the world around us and could seen what is often unseen.
What was the hardest part about writing a mystery story, where you constantly have to give just enough to keep the mystery alive until the big reveal?
Keeping the mystery with a few red herrings to keep the story interesting is the tough part. Sometimes I feel like my characters are leading me and I like that. My editor tells me to read the manuscript like a reader. I try hard to take subjects that are important to me and make them somehow entertaining at the same time.
What is the next book that you are working on, and when can your fans expect it to be out?
My next book is in the final galley stage and ready to be signed off on. It will be out this year and will take Matt and Jessie through their wedding, but not without some problems.
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Once again Matt will be challenged to think outside the box when Jessie’s look-alike relative from the past shows up along with several ancient artifacts, and a grumpy ghost who takes up residency in her store to guard them. With all the strangeness that surrounds their relationship Matt finds himself more in love with his little warrior than ever.
A Rising Tide
A Rising Tide by Iona Morrison is a wonderfully crafted novel that seamlessly blends suspense, romance, and supernatural intrigue. Set in the picturesque yet mysterious town of Blue Cove, the story revolves around Jessie, a bookstore owner with a deep connection to her ancestral gifts. As she becomes enmeshed in enigmatic events, haunting dreams, and escalating threats, Jessie is propelled into a journey of self-discovery and courage. With the steadfast support of her boyfriend Matt and a close-knit circle of family and friends, she must navigate the delicate interplay between supernatural forces and tangible dangers, ultimately confronting her destiny amidst a rising tide of darkness.
Morrison’s storytelling shines in her ability to intricately weave together diverse elements—romance, heritage, mystical abilities, and societal challenges—into a cohesive and riveting narrative. Jessie emerges as a compelling protagonist and her personal growth was both inspiring and relatable. Her relationship with Matt provides a heartwarming counterbalance to the tension and peril that drive the story.
The vividly depicted setting of Blue Cove, with its serene exterior concealing deeper undercurrents of unrest, mirrors Jessie’s own struggles with precision and depth. The novel’s ambition is undeniable, offering a rich tapestry of plotlines that range from the discovery of ancient family scrolls to the unraveling of contemporary crimes. This expansive scope occasionally felt overwhelming to me. Certain intriguing aspects, such as the mystical artifacts and the concept of influencers shaping events, I think would benefit from deeper development. Nevertheless, these minor critiques do little to detract from the novel’s overall impact.
A Rising Tide is both a thrilling and heartwarming tale, deftly combining paranormal elements with themes of resilience, love, and community. Morrison’s ability to create a story that is at once captivating and deeply human ensures an engaging experience for readers. Fans of paranormal fiction infused with romance and mystery will find themselves thoroughly enchanted by this remarkable work.
Pages: 298 | ASIN : B0DCZTD26N
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