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Into the Mist follows a woman running from heartbreak who is drawn to the mysteries behind the walls of the abandoned Victorian home she stumbles across. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?
In the mostly rural area I live in it is not uncommon to see abandoned Victorian houses tucked away here and there along the country roads. As I began writing Into the Mist, I thought again of those lonely old mansions, some of them still standing strong, and I instantly pictured the main character Cheyenne, in her emotional distress, being drawn to one of them out of desperation. And then while she’s still reeling, experiencing a sort of disconnect from reality as she seeks to escape her own life by obsessing over the previous inhabitants of the home, which in turn leaves her susceptible to certain effects. And the story just evolved from there.
What are some things that you find interesting about the human condition that you think make for great fiction?
How people cope with life’s ups and downs, in particular when ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances are jarred out of their normal lives and how they react to it — the good, the bad, and my favorite, the absurd.
Time travel fiction always intrigues me. What do you find is the key to getting it just right?
I believe the key is to focus on the characters and what they are experiencing, providing just enough explanation and detail to make it believable while not getting mired down in the methodology and technicalities of it, especially if you don’t have the necessary background and know-how. The mind-boggling and possibly long-term ramifications of time travel to me holds much more weight than any theoretical mechanism causing it to occur. The wonder of being able to step into the past, or the future, and experience it firsthand is what I think makes it truly compelling.
Can we look forward to more work from you soon? What are you currently working on?
I do have one novel, The House on Chestnut Circle, that I recently completed coming soon. In it a man follows his ex-wife to another state to be near his son and moves into a house that soon has him embroiled in a decades-old mystery involving a woman’s disappearance. And, in addition to that book, I am also working on a collection of short stories and a dystopian novel to follow sometime after.
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Cheyenne Tanner, a woman who has lost everything, journeys down a road shrouded in mist and stumbles upon an abandoned home. The aging house, once a grand Victorian mansion, is now in decline with leaning posts on an overgrown property.
Inside, forgotten moments whisper through dusty hallways, beckoning her to bygone days. But is there something more going on there than a structure slowly sinking into ruin?
Slipping into the year 1895, she encounters the owner, Augustus Moore, who is struggling to keep pace with a changing world as well as with conflicts of his own. Little does she know how closely their fates are about to intertwine, and how far she is willing to go for him.
Into the Mist
A single act of betrayal sends Cheyenne Tanner spiraling into heartbreak, prompting her to flee with no destination in mind. Lost and overwhelmed, she stumbles upon an overgrown driveway that leads to a crumbling yet captivating Victorian mansion. Drawn by its eerie allure, Cheyenne wrestles with fear and a strange compulsion to enter the house. When the door creaks open, she steps inside, unaware of the dark mysteries that await her. What secrets does this house conceal?
Into the Mist, by Sharon Mikeworth, weaves a suspenseful narrative of love, mystery, and time travel. At its heart is Cheyenne, a woman burdened by personal betrayal and emotional upheaval, who finds herself inexplicably drawn to the mansion. Her journey takes an extraordinary turn when she is transported back to 1895, where she forges connections with Gus and a vibrant cast of characters from a bygone era. Mikeworth’s writing shines with its vivid descriptions and emotional depth, skillfully blending suspense, humor, and historical intrigue. Her dynamic dialogue and nuanced tone transitions keep the reader engrossed, shifting seamlessly between lighthearted moments and raw emotional intensity. The novel masterfully fuses historical fiction, paranormal romance, and mystery/suspense into a cohesive and compelling story.
Into the Mist is a captivating tale perfect for cozy evenings by the fire, offering readers an immersive escape into Cheyenne’s world—a world both mysterious and achingly relatable. The plot twists and turns, defying expectations and keeping the suspense palpable. With its haunting Victorian setting, intricately developed characters, and enthralling narrative, Into the Mist is a must-read for fans of dark, atmospheric fiction steeped in intrigue and emotion.
Pages: 452 | ASIN : B0DN27KR4N
Into the Mist
In a world where past and present collide… Cheyenne Tanner, heartbroken and lost, stumbles upon a Victorian mansion shrouded in mist. Inside, forgotten memories whisper through dusty hallways… and the past beckons her. Slipping into the year 1895, she meets Augustus Moore, a man whose fate is destined to intertwine with hers. As time fractures, Cheyenne uncovers a sinister plot—a betrayal that could destroy everything and everyone she has come to love. Can her heart’s strength rewrite destiny? “Into the Mist.” Hurry, time is running out.
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