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A wedding, long lost relatives and …

December 22, 2018 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews, Information on books 6 Comments

Hello and Seasons Greetings,

It’s nearly Christmas! How did that happen? I know it’s said that time flies as you get older, but really, this year has disappeared in a whirl! The tree is up, the halls have been decked, but how and where we spend Christmas is up in the air. With my second grandchild due imminently, it is quite literally a movable feast this year.  Here’s hoping we have an extra special reason for celebration, to add to the arrival of gorgeous great-nephew Harry earlier this week.

Thank you to all those kind enough to have read and reviewed Quite by Chance, it was  a little different to the usual Meredith & Hodge set up, and it was certainly a marmite novel  for Meredith & Hodge fans. Some of you loved it, some said, “Nah, let’s get back to normal.”

Whichever side of the fence you sit on this, they are back to a more familiar routine in Family Matters, which is almost ready for its first edit. To keep me focused and on schedule, it’s up for pre-order HERE. I think you’ll like this one. A twisted ex-con is stalking Patsy and Amanda, there’s a wedding, and Meredith’s half brother turns up with trouble not far behind, and the body of an old friend in his car! Which colour cover do you prefer? I can’t decide.

Pardon? What do you mean, whose wedding? I’m not telling, that would ruin the fun!

Once Family Matters has been put to bed, I’ll be getting on with the next in the Bearing Witness series, Terms of Affection. I’m really looking forward to getting back to those wonderful Bearing women. If you have yet to venture into the Bearing Witness series, Witness for Wendy is on offer at 0.99 until December 26th, if you want a bargain read for the holidays, pick up a copy now.

Don’t forget if you follow me on BookBub you may choose a free ebook from my list of novels. Simply click here and you’ll be taken to my author page, and find the follow button on the top right. If you don’t use your own name for BookBub please drop me a line and let me know what it is and I’ll be in touch.

I’m happy to report all my reviews are up to date for 2018, somehow I don’t think I’ll be finishing another before the New Year.  I’ve read some crackers recently, you can see my reviews here.

That’s it for now, I’m off to wrap some presents and put the sprouts on – just kidding, the presents are wrapped. Wherever and whatever is happening with your Christmas this year, I hope you have a jolly good one. Here’s to a wonderful and peaceful Christmas and a very Happy New Year.

 

Couldn’t leave you with out an ahhh moment, so here he is, our lovely, little Harry. Simply perfect!

 

 

December 22, 2018 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews, Information on books 6 Comments

A Celebratory Giveaway

September 25, 2018 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews, Giveaways, Information on books 34 Comments

Hello again,

I’m back, and bearing gifts as promised.

First, thank you so much to those of you who have already ordered, Quite by Chance. For those yet to do so, click HERE to order yours.

To celebrate this latest novel in the Meredith & Hodge story, I have a free copy of The Making of Meredith for you. Love him or hate him, most readers find Meredith a compelling character, so I thought it would be a good idea to share his young life with you.

When a writer creates a character, there is always a back story, that you, the reader, isn’t told about, and most of the time you don’t need that information as it would simply get in the way of the story. Of course, there may be a vague reference here or there to the character’s past, and sometimes it will form part of the story. For instance, I loved introducing Ben Jacobs in The Wrong Shoes, but for the best part, although the back story helps shape the character, and how they respond to different situations, it doesn’t need to be explained.

My character’s backgrounds, likes, dislikes, foibles etc., are always bubbling around in my head, it is, after all, what helps make them tick. When there is a lot of information, as with a complex character like Meredith, I actually write it down – somewhere – unfortunately it’s not always in the same place. I have been known to search a stack of filled notebooks simply to find out something like how old Meredith was when . . .

For instance, do you know what Meredith was doing when he first met best friend, Ben Jacobs? Or where he was when he found out he was going to be a father? No? I did, and I had a wonderful time sharing all that with you. So, if you would like to know what made Meredith the man he became, please let me know by commenting below or messaging me via the contact page.

You have to do nothing to get your free copy of the Making of Meredith, other than promise to leave an honest review once you’ve read it.

That’s it for now, other than to say, yes, my reviews are now up to date, you can see them HERE. Take a peep, I read some gems over the summer. Don’t forget to get your order in for Quite by Chance.

Happy reading,

September 25, 2018 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews, Giveaways, Information on books 34 Comments

A Message from Linda Callow

June 8, 2018 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews, Information on books 14 Comments

Hello Wonderful Readers,

As the author, MKT, is tied up with other stuff at the moment, I thought it was about time someone made contact with you, and when I say someone, I mean me, Linda, we met in Misplaced Loyalty. Remember? I can feel some hesitation . . . I think that a formal introduction might be necessary.

I’m Linda Callow, IT whiz kid, and almost a fully-fledged detective. I met Patsy Hodge in Misplaced Loyalty, in fact I was instrumental in cracking the case as I’m sure you’ll remember. No? Perhaps if I tell you that the Skipper, Meredith, calls me Loopy it will help? “Skipper?” I hear some of you ask. Well that’s a long story depending on how far you are in the series, and all is revealed in Mistaken Beliefs, but that’s not why I’m here. The picture on the right is pretty much what MKT has been doing for the last few weeks, that and a lot of reading, and the latest Meredith & Hodge novel – Quite by Chance – has not progressed much, nor has she written a newsletter. So, here I am, to talk about Ill Conceived, the second in the Meredith & Hodge series.

All the books in the Meredith & Hodge series can be read as stand-alone novels, but if you want to read Misplaced Loyalty first, drop her an email, or comment below and we’ll get a link off to you so you can download the ebook free.

Anyway, back to Ill Conceived. The Skipp . . . okay, I’ll call him Meredith, I don’t want to confuse you, Meredith arrests a gorgeous suspect for a seemingly motiveless murder. All the evidence says she did it, but Meredith doesn’t think so. He turns his normal working practice on its head and tries to prove her innocence. He’s also keeping secrets from Patsy, (and what a secret!), and ignoring her advice. Men can be quite stupid sometimes, because despite knowing she’s getting miffed, he ploughs on regardless, and look what happened! If you don’t know, I won’t tell you, it’ll ruin the surprise – although shock is probably a better word.

Meanwhile, Patsy is hired to solve a paternity case by successful local business woman, and it’s not straightforward. Well, it wouldn’t be would it? That wouldn’t make for good reading. It’s messy and it’s dangerous.

During their investigations, their paths cross, not that Meredith told Patsy that – he’ll never learn – and once again, I’m working away in the background, and turning up clues, but even I didn’t realise how much attention they had drawn to themselves, and that their lives were in danger from an unexpected quarter. Then of course there’s that knock at the door at the end. Wow.

Phew, I’m getting quite worked up remembering all this. There must be a cup of coffee and a cake somewhere with my name on it.  If you haven’t already read Ill Conceived, you should, you won’t be disappointed. You can download it by clicking here or on the cover, and all MKT’s books are free on KU.

I think I’d better go and get MKT out of her granddaughter’s tent and put her in front of the laptop to get on with Quite by Chance. If you liked hearing from me let MKT know, and I’ll pop back over for a chat sometime. Oh, and if you have any questions, ask away. Oops, I almost forgot, if you want to know what MKT has been reading, she’s updated her reviews here, she has read some crackers including her book of the year to date, so I suppose she has been doing something!

Until the next time, happy reading,

Linda

June 8, 2018 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews, Information on books 14 Comments

Not enough hours . . .

August 12, 2017 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews, Information on books 6 Comments

Hello, & welcome new subscribers,

It’s been a while since my last update, mainly because I’ve had my head down working on Witness for Wendy. As previously mentioned, this is not a Meredith & Hodge, more of psychological suspense with a touch of paranormal – I know – what a change in direction! It’s nearing its conclusion, and as always I now have to decide which of the three suspects ‘did it’. The wonderful Antony at ebook.designs.co.uk has come up with this cover for me. I like it, but what do you think? What does it say to you? Would this grab your attention? I’ve had to force myself to stay away from Meredith – a new plot is bubbling away in the background, and I know if I even type a note, Wendy will lie waiting for me until Meredith & Hodge are sorted. There are simply not enough hours . . .

In other news. . . my darling granddaughter is growing by the day and has such a cheeky smile – the dogs are behaving themselves (almost), and I’ve just discovered I have over thirty books on my kindle awaiting my attention. I think I need to book a holiday and get some serious reading done. Must finish Witness for Wendy first though! I have just taken some time out to get my reviews up to date. You can read them here: mkturnerbooks.co.uk/reviews/

A reader has asked, (some might say he’s cheeky, I say if you don’t ask you’ll never know) if any of my other books will be going on offer. So, to enable you to see what made Meredith the man he is, I’m pleased to say that The Making of Meredith will be reduced to .99 for a week from the 14th August. Click on the cover if you want to grab a copy.

Finally, if you have read the first three of the Meredith & Hodge series – I now have a box set available and I’m in need of reviews to qualify for a promotion I want to run. If you enjoyed reading, Misplaced Loyalty, Ill Conceived and The Wrong Shoes, your honest thoughts would be wonderful. Please click here to leave even the most basic of reviews.

That’s it for now, back to the laptop…

 

Happy reading,

 

August 12, 2017 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews, Information on books 6 Comments

Celebratory Quiz Questions 4 & 5

June 27, 2017 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews, Giveaways Leave a Comment

Hello, and welcome new subscribers,

The celebrations for the release of Mistaken Beliefs continue. Here are the final two questions about Mistaken Beliefs:

4. What was the name of Tania Davidson’s son?

5. Who was the police officer in charge of Ben Jacobs when he escaped custody?

On Friday I will be sending out the six questions covering the other novels in the Meredith & Hodge series. Keep a watch on your inbox. Here’s a quick reminder of the rules:

You may answer as many of questions 1 – 5 as you choose, or you may simply answer  the 6 questions across the series. Correct answers for each question will be placed into a draw and the winner will receive a print version of Mistaken Beliefs or a £10/$10 Amazon voucher if they prefer. The correct entry drawn for answering the the final six questions will win the all-new Fire 7 tablet . Good luck!

My latest work in progress – working title: Witness for Wendy – continues to grow, and I’ve outlined several new story ideas for Meredith & Hodge to get their teeth into. All I need now are more hours in the day.

Finally, I have a favour to ask. Many of you are reading this newsletter because you received a free copy of Misplaced Loyalty, and I know many of you have gone on to read others in the series. A huge thank you to those who have kindly left reviews, and a request to those of you who have enjoyed meeting Meredith & Hodge to leave an honest review as and when you are able. It need only be a few words, but it really does help. To make life easier, if you click on the cover of the novel(s) you have read, you will be taken to the Amazon page.

Thank you in anticipation, I’ll be back on Friday. Happy reading,

 

 

 

June 27, 2017 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews, Giveaways Leave a Comment

Babies, Books & Readers Team

May 26, 2017 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews, Information on books 16 Comments

Hello, and welcome to all new subscribers,

I’m thrilled that my first grandchild is due to be born at the end of the month, although it is distracting me from my stork with babywriting. My mind wanders from which murder weapon, to, should I buy X (insert baby item of choice) now, or wait until the baby arrives? I have no idea how I’ll control my brain for the first couple of months.  So, at the moment, I’m getting as much done as I can. I have two new novels in progress, working titles: An Unexpected Turn of Events, and Witness for Wendy, and if I get stuck on one, or need to do more research I pop over to the other. You can find out more about those by clicking here.

I’ve also updated my Reading page, where you can find out what I read, what I thought, and what my current favourite is. If something takes your fancy, you can now click the cover and be taken to Amazon to check the blurb and or buy it. Have a peep here.

Mistaken-Beliefs Amazon CoverI’m currently awaiting the printed copies of the new Meredith & Hodge novel, Mistaken Beliefs, for a final proof read, and then it’ll will be all systems go to get it out there. They should be here within the next few days, and if everything goes according to plan it will be available for pre-order shortly, and published in mid-June. Click here for the blurb. On that note, I’m also in the process of building my readers group. At the moment I have a dozen or so readers who Beta read, and or receive advanced copies of new releases for their honest opinions. They let me know if the story line works, if I’ve made any glaring errors, and sometimes suggestions where improvements can be made. It works really well for all of us, I get pointers to improve other reader’s enjoyment of my novels, and a prompt honest review, and they get free advanced copies of all my work. I’m looking to expand my team, so if you have enjoyed reading my novels and may be interested in joining my readers group, please leave me a message below and I’ll get right back to you.

That’s it for now, I really must get some writing done before my nappy changing duties call – still very excited…

Happy Reading,

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May 26, 2017 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews, Information on books 16 Comments

Feeding Authors #5

September 14, 2016 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews Leave a Comment

It’s done. Here are the final four reviews, I am now up to date! I have repeated one that I reviewed here a while back, but as I noticed that A Kind of Loving was currently onFeed the authors sale for kindle at 99p, and as it’s one of my all time favourites, I thought I should encourage you to read it.

darknessDarkness & Decadence – The Grumblings of a Gargoyle  Lynn Gerrard 5*****

I feel very guilty that it has taken me so long to  write this review, and I have no idea how I overlooked it. I don’t usually read poetry, other than the odd poem that crosses my path – certainly not books of, but having had several exchanges with the very witty Lynn Gerrard on both Facebook and Twitter, and enjoyed the poetry she posted on her blog and social media, I bought it. I’m so glad I did, although as the title suggests the poems are dark in nature, they are also moving, on occasion laugh out loud, and in some cases a sad reflection on the society in which we live. I should also confess that ‘Going Home’ reduced me to tears. Even if poetry is not your normal read, I highly recommend you make an exception with this. You won’t regret it.

i-let-u-goI Let You Go – Clare Mackintosh 4****

I was recommended this book by my sister who thought I would enjoy it. She was right! You are immediately drawn into the story, wanting to know how Jenna will cope with what has happened to her, then when you are least expecting it – BANG – a twist you never saw coming. However, from then on in, although you have to keep reading, the plot becomes a little predictable, although not too much so. I wanted another twist which I didn’t get, and I found the police characters to be uninteresting, and would have liked DI Stevens to have had more of an emotional input into his home life. That said, still a good read

11781217A Kind of Loving – Stan Barstow 5*****

I first read this when I was thirteen, having convinced an older pupil to borrow it from the school library for me. Its spine had a blue sticker which meant only pupils over the age of sixteen could borrow it – although these days it would be considered tame.  Despite knowing what was coming, when I re-read it I still urged Vic Brown, the main character to take a different course, and I felt the same as I did all those years ago when he settled for a kind of loving, rather than finding the love of his life, the special person, his soul mate who he knew was out there somewhere. Set in Yorkshire in the late fifties/early sixties, it’s difficult to imagine, that despite the mess Vic finds himself in, life was so simple and clear cut. There were rules and you followed them, if you didn’t there was a code of conduct and you stuck to it – even if that means a hurried wedding with no fanfare. It’s difficult to explain why this tale is so compelling but it is, and if you haven’t read it, give it a go, I’m sure you won’t be disappointed.

 

cutCut Short – Leigh Russell 3***

For me, this book started with a lot more promise than it eventually delivered. I didn’t not enjoy it, but it was one I was able to dip in and out of when I had a moment rather than keeping me turning the pages and that’s always a disappointment.

 

 

I hope you find something that takes your fancy, I think I need to get some writing done now…although I did find so many books on my kindle I’d forgotten I had purchased, I might make a to be read list first!

Happy reading,

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September 14, 2016 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews Leave a Comment

Feeding Authors #4

September 9, 2016 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews Leave a Comment

And I’m back at it. More Feeding for the Authors, and I’m particularly keen to do this as the first reviews are in for The Making of Meredith and they are great, which makes it all worth while. You canFeed the authors check out the Meredith reviews in the US here, and in the UK here. They seem to have the measure of Meredith!

Now on with my own reviews:

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In the Devil’s Own Words – Elizabeth Wixley 5****

Not my usual read at all, I rarely read fantasy adventure novels, but as Liz Wixley, is a Bristol author, I thought I’d make an exception, and I’m glad I did. I thoroughly enjoyed this dark tale, and loved the premise of the book written by the devil, a sort of counter Arc of the Covenant. I immediately empathised with Isobel, and was drawn along with her on this adventure. I found the expected monsters, evil doers and hero’s, which I usually avoid, but this is written in a way that hooked me in and kept me turning pages. An apocalyptic journey that I’d recommend.

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The Actress – Elizabeth Sims 4****

A good entertaining read. What begins as an interesting assignment for down on her luck actress, Rita, soon becomes a mystery for her to solve, as she takes on the coaching of Eileen, a mother accused of murder. I wasn’t convinced on the portrayal of how Rita’s son was rescued, but other than that an enjoyable read.

 

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Imperfect Strangers David M Staniforth 5*****

A good old fashioned thriller that keeps you turning the pages. Sally is a nice normal girl, kind and generous in her actions to the odd man at work Keith. Keith is a poor victim of an abusive mother, and you know immediately Sally throws him an innocent smile, he is going to harm her, despite his best intentions. Well written with great sympathy for poor old Keith. I won’t tell you if he does harm her, have a read and find out.

 

That’s it for today, I hope one of them takes your fancy. I’m off to walk the dogs, and then I’ll get on with some writing. Unlike last night, when this happened instead.  me-boys

 

Happy Reading

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September 9, 2016 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews Leave a Comment

Feeding Authors #2

September 6, 2016 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews Leave a Comment

Feed the authorsDay two of ‘Feed the Authors!’ – my catch up on reviews of the books I’ve enjoyed reading this year continues, (and on the day I’m told by a reader, via a review of Misplaced Loyalty, that she found herself fancying Meredith – which is wonderful). Here are my latest reviews, four today, and I have already posted on Amazon and Goodreads.

Starting with an oldie, and one of my favourite authors.

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The Likes of Us – Stan Barstow 5*****

A collection of short stories about working class people, more often than not, struggling with their lot. Definitely thought provoking, and although you could often guess what was coming you braced yourself for the outcome, all the while willing the characters to take a different path. They rarely did! Still a wonderful read.

 

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Nine Lives – Terry Tyler 4*****

Another collection of short stories that I thoroughly enjoyed, great pacing and introduction of characters. Several with twists that I never saw coming, and a couple of endings where your mind shouts ‘Nooo!’ at the page. Recommended.

 

The Street Lawyer

The Street Lawyer – John Grisham 4****

I was delighted when I found this on offer as I had thought I’d read all of Grisham’s novels, and whilst I enjoyed the story of Michael Brock turning his back on the corporate world when a homeless man is killed in front of him, I found the pace in the middle of the story too slow. That said, I still enjoyed it, and as always the big guns had to pay the price for their wrong doing. If only real life worked like that!

 

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The Gypsy’s Dream – Sara Alexi 5*****

I’ve now read several of the Greek Village series and this one didn’t disappoint. I loved the character of Stella, and enjoyed the building of tension in the café/bar as Stella coped with the appearance of a young English girl. Dark secrets are revealed, and as always Juliet is there on hand to give some sage advice. Recommended.

 

 

That’s it for today, I hope you find something you like.book reviews picture

Happy reading

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September 6, 2016 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews Leave a Comment

Feeding Authors #1

September 5, 2016 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews Leave a Comment

As always, I sit down at my computer to check my emails and then write, and instead I find myself distracted by posts on social media. Today, another author had shared this ‘FEED THE AUTHORS’ image on Facebook, and I immediately felt guilty.

I Feed the authorscheck reviews on my novels every couple of days and I’m always delighted when a new review has been posted, even if it’s not glowing, as you can’t please all of the people etc. I’ve read many books that were, to me, simply ok – and a few that I hated. We all have different tastes. I felt very guilty that I hadn’t taken the time to review the many books I have read and enjoyed this year. I always click on the number of stars I feel appropriate at the end of an ebook, and then plan to do a written review next time I’m sitting with the laptop, but finalising The Making of Meredith and getting it published (and dipping in and out of Facebook and Twitter) has taken up most of my time and I simply haven’t done it.

So, here I am, I’m planning on doing at least three reviews a day until I catch up. As a result they won’t be in depth (they don’t have to be – a review is not an English assignment), but will give you my overview. I will make sure I publish them on Amazon and Goodreads, and of course share them with you. I hope you find something that takes your fancy.

 

Death & DeceptionDeath & Deception – Bernie Steadman  5*****

An excellent start to the DI Hellier series. What begins as an apparent straight forward murder of a young girl, steps up a pace to reveal a much more horrific and far reaching crime, than Hellier’s team expected. I would have liked to have learned more about Hellier, so will have to buy the sequel to find out what happened in his past. Highly recommended. AND ONLY 99p at the moment – Grab a bargain quick!

 

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Above Suspicion – Lynda La Plant   4****

A reasonable enough plot, and the introduction of Travis and Langdon, however unlike le Plant’s other works, I was able to dip in and out of this one when I had time, and would have like to have been more gripped. I will read the next Travis & Langdon outing as they do hold a certain promise.

 

Bricking it

Bricking It –Nick Spalding  4****

This is the third book I’ve read by this author and he never fails to deliver a laugh out loud moment or two. Although I didn’t find this as entertaining as Love from Both Sides, which I loved, and the plot was a little predictable, I did enjoy it, and will read more of his work.

 

At least another three tomorrow – I will not hit social media until they are done!

Happy reading,

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September 5, 2016 by MK Turner Filed Under: Authors Ramblings, Book reviews Leave a Comment

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