Today, I’m delighted to welcome Suzanne Burke to my blog with the cover reveal for her upcoming release, The Alternative. I had the pleasure of getting a sneak peek at this collection, and it’s a winner! Now that the book is up for pre-order, I’ve already reserved my copy. Check out the deets and cover below, then follow the links to pre-order your own copy of The Alternative.
Take it away, Soooz . . .
Hello, and welcome to the Cover Reveal of my New Thriller Anthology
“The Alternative”
The Alternative
The Alternative
by S.Burke
Available to Pre-Order NOW.
Release Date: Monday June 18th 2018
Mystery> Thriller & Suspense > Anthology.
It is such an exciting time for an author when releasing a new book! I would be remiss in not sharing my heartfelt thanks to the marvelous people who gave of their time so readily to beta read my latest book. Their valuable insights helped me enormously when crafting “The Alternative”
At long last, I’m able to share the cover and blurb for “The Alternative” my latest Thriller Anthology. “The Alternative ” is due for release on June 18th.
It is NOW available for Pre-Order
I have many good friends sharing this cover across the blogosphere today and tomorrow, so you’re likely to see it pop up in various places. Thank you to everyone participating in my cover reveal splash, and to everyone dropping by to share in my excitement. Here’s my new baby . . .
With much gratitude to Eeva Lancaster at The Book Khaleesi for the cover creation.
Cover Created by Eeva Lancaster at The Book Khalessi
Presenting “The Alternative” A Thriller Anthology.
“The Alternative”
BLURB:
The Alternative.
There are those that cling unreservedly to the lifeboat that believing in Karma hands them so willingly.
They work, they live, and they function in a world that allows them the option of unreservedly trusting that Karma has no deadline.
Until they are handed the spark that ignites them into becoming the instrument of Karma itself.
There are others who have had all they once held to be truths, everything they once stood for and took pride in, torn apart and ripped from them by the hand of a cruel fate.
Then, of course, there are those who believed in nothing and no one, to begin with …
These are their stories.
The stories of people both good and bad, who made the choice to exact “The Alternative.”
An excerpt from Chapter 1. Picasso.
February 1990.
The tall man stretched his arms and flexed his long artistic fingers. He stood back to gain a different perspective of his latest work of art. He’d spent a great deal of time sketching his outline and was well satisfied with the outcome. Perhaps this one would be the perfection he craved above all else.
His other efforts were upstairs in the gallery, and while they were far from his lofty imaginings, they each represented another step forward toward his ultimate goal. He knew this exhibition would prompt worldwide interest, that was a given. His reputation was on the line. That at least was something he valued.
He grunted and moved the newest piece into the workroom. The more difficult application of his talent needed to begin.
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NEW YORK JULY 2015
Meredith keyed in her code, shouldered the door open and dropped her briefcase onto the polished boards of the entry. Working on autopilot, she flicked on the light and bent to collect the mail from the floor; throwing it onto the small bureau without bothering to check the sender. She shrugged off her coat and draped it over the arm of the sofa. Too damned weary to be bothered with any external interruptions tonight, she removed the home phone from its cradle and headed to the kitchen to fix enough coffee to sustain the long evening ahead, deliberately ignoring the well-stocked bar. She was well aware that she’d need every bit of concentration she could muster. She removed the Glock from her handbag, and out of habit, she placed it on the coffee table next to the perpetually full ashtray.
Her head was already pounding and she rubbed at her tense neck muscles until her fingers ached. Relief from the unresolved tension still hovered … just out of reach. She held her breath for a moment, stilling her impatience. If all went to plan, this thing would be finally ended. If justice existed at all, it would go well. All the years she’d worked to bring what was the only course left open to herself and the others to completion was coming. ‘Soon now’, was her daily mantra. But the darker visions still danced vividly in her mind’s eye and tormented her rare sleeping hours … it had been that way for almost twenty-five years.
The memory haunted her, dark and unforgivingly brutal. It replayed in clear and explicit detail every time she was forced to reflect on it … and its aftermath.
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THE ALTERNATIVE IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER
“The Alternative” on AMAZON.COM
Suzanne Burke Amazon Author Page
Thank you so much for joining me here today. Your support is very much appreciated.
I would be delighted to hear your thoughts and comments below.
Great to see your amazing cover release in on so many blogs:)
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🙂Thanks, Denise. The support has been amazing.
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It’s a celebration! So glad to have you join Sooz today of her cover reveal, Denise!
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Nice to see your preorder making such a huge splash. Best wishes with the release, Soooz.
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How lovely to see you stopping by again, Staci. Thank you so much.🙂
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It’s a great one, Staci. I was a beta reader and loved it!
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Congrats, Soooz. This is an incredible anthology and your cover is terrific.
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🙂Thanks again, Gwen. The response has been amazing.
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I couldn’t agree more, Gwen. Thanks for stopping by to support Soooz!
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Reblogged this on Viv Drewa – The Owl Lady.
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🙂Thank you so much! I appreciate the support.
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You’re very welcome, Soooz!
Hugz on owl wings! @v@ ❤
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Thanks so much for sharing, Viv!
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You’re very welcome, Mae!
Hugz on owl wings! @v@ ❤
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Awesome cover – best wishes with your new release, Soooz!
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Hi, Teri and thanks so much for stopping by. The response to my cover has been so amazing. I’m delighted.🙂
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Thanks for stopping by to check out the Soooz’s latest release, Teri. I was a beta reader on this and the cover is perfect. Such a unique collection of stories!
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Best wishes, Soooz. Thanks, Mae.
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🙂Thank you again, my friend.
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Thanks for stopping by to support Soooz, John! 🙂
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😀
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looks intriguing… best wishes.
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🙂Thank you.
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It’s an awesome read. I was a beta reader and can vouch it’s a very unique collection. Thanks for dropping by to check it out!
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The cover is great! I’m excited to read The Alternative. Thanks, Mae.
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Thanks so much, Linda! I’m thrilled with the response the cover has received.🙂
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It’s a great collection, Linda. It’s lovely to have you drop by to support Soooz!
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Reblogged this on The Long and Short Stories of Life and commented:
Author, Mae Clair welcomes Suzanne Burke to her blog with a cover reveal of her upcoming release, The Alternative. The book is ready for pre-order. Order yours today.
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🙂How lovely! Thanks so much for the reblogg, Linda!
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Fantastic, Linda! Thank you for reblogging and helping to spread the word about Soooz’s upcoming release!
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❤️️ Mae Clair I was so privileged to have you beta read “The Alternative” Your insights helped me to create this book. Thank you again, my friend. Your support is awesome.
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Aww, Soooz, I am so happy and honored you asked me to be a beta reader. You created an awesome collection of stories and I’m delighted to tell the world about it!
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🌹Thank you so much.
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How awesome to see Sooz over here! I wish her much success. These are great stories!
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I have been so fortunate in having such marvelous supporters on this journey. Yourself included, my friend.
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I agree, Jan. Thanks for stopping by to lend your support to her upcoming release. I was thrilled to be able to participate in her cover reveal blitz!
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😀The response has been simply amazing! Thanks again.
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Love the cover. Congratulations on your new release!
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Thanks for visiting, Sue!
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🌹Thanks so much, Sue.
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Kudos to Suzanne. The cover looks exciting. Thanks for sharing, Mae. Hugs all around.
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Thanks for visiting and checking it out, Teagan!
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🌹Hugs back and thank you, Teagan! I’m thrilled with the response to the cover.
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Hi, Teagan! Hugs and a thank you right back! I’m so pleased you like the cover.
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A lovely cover, Mae. I have one of Suzanne’s books and I am looking forward to reading it.
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This is a great one, too, Robbie. I was a beta reader on this and the stories are fabulous!
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Thanks so much, Robbie.🌹
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Great cover and I do wonder what haunts her.
sherry @ fundinmental
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As an excerpt should make you do 🙂
So glad it intrigued you, Sherry!
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Hi, Sherry, and thank you! I’m delighted that the cover and blurb sparked your curiosity.🌹
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Oh, man. You know, Mae, I’m going to have to retire before I finish my TBR list–but they all look sooo good!
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LOL! Glad to hear they all sound intriguing. I think our TBR lists are mutating 😀
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😀Hi, Julie! Thanks for stopping by, my TBR list just filed for divorce. lol …
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Kudos, Suzanne! 🙂 Awesome cover and great excerpt.
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🌹Thanks so much, Bette. I appreciate you stopping by to help me celebrate.
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Thanks for dropping by to support Soooz, Bette. I agree the cover and excerpt are awesome!
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Cool cover! I love seeing new covers and the excitement around releases. Thanks for sharing, Mae, and great luck to Suzanne. 🙂
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Thank you so much for your kind wishes. I’m delighted that you like the cover.
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Many thanks for stopping by to check out the post. New release excitment is always fun! 🙂
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This sounds scary and good. Thanks for sharing, Mae. Added to my TBR. Congrats, Soooz!
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Thanks so much, Flossie. I’d love to hear your thoughts when you’ve had the opportunity to read it. 🌹
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Fabulous, Flossie. These are awesome stories!
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Mae, thank you so much for sharing Suzanne’s cover. Sooz, this is a terrifically striking and memorable cover – all the elements so vivid and the image powerful. Best of luck with the release of your book!
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Thanks for popping in to wish Suzanne well, Annika. I agree the cover is very visual and powerful–an excellent choice for the stories within!
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Thanks so much for stopping by, Annika. I am delighted that you like the cover. I couldn’t be any more pleased with it.🦋
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