Hi, friends! Thanks for joining me today as I roll out the cover of the final book in my Hode’s Hill Series of novels. A special thanks to Staci Triolo for designing the snazzy header image for me. Isn’t it great? I was so appreciative of Staci’s help, given I feel like I’ve been treading water lately. But then I know she is, too. Most writers recognize it as a regular state of mind.
Every once in a while, we get something sparkly to distract us. For me it’s my latest cover.
Release Date: December 31, 2019
Genre: Supernatural Thriller / Suspense /Mystery
Publisher: Kensington Publishing • Lyrical Underground Imprint
As with the first two novels in the Hode’s Hill series, Eventide features a dual timeline with two mysteries—one set in the present, one in the 1800s—that intertwine at the end.
Blurb:
The darkness is coming . . .
The old house near Hode’s Hill, Pennsylvania is a place for Madison Hewitt to start over—to put the trauma of her husband’s murder, and her subsequent breakdown, behind her. She isn’t bothered by a burial plot on the property, or the mysterious, sealed cistern in the basement. Not at first. Even the presence of cold spots and strange odors could be fabrications of her still troubled mind. But how to explain her slashed tires, or the ominous messages that grow ever more threatening?
Convinced the answer lies in the past, Madison delves into the history of the home’s original owners, only to discover the origin of a powerful evil. An entity that may be connected to a series of gruesome attacks that have left police baffled. No matter where she turns—past or present—terror lingers just a step away, spurred on by a twisted obsession that can only be satisfied through death…
I hope you’re intrigued! Pre-orders are already available through all major book retailers via this Universal Purchase Link. Naturally, I am very appreciative of your interest. It’s always hard saying goodbye to a series.
The first two Hode’s Hill novels—Cusp of Night and End of Day—can be read as stand-alones, but Eventide is best enjoyed with the knowledge of what occurred in End of Day. No need to worry though!
There is still plenty of time to catch up with the series as Eventide does not release until December 31st. Books 1 and 2 are available through the links below:
Cusp of Night
End of Day
You can also add Eventide to your Goodreads list HERE. I hope you find this book as intriguing as I did when writing it.
Many thanks for visiting with me today. Cover reveals always feel like a party, and what better way to celebrate than with friends! 🙂
So looking forward to reading Eventide… and that is a wonderful cover…
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Thank you, thank you! I am so happy to hear that 🙂
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Can’t wait for the final book in the series to come out, Mae. Best of luck 🙂
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Many thanks, Harmony. I can’t believe I’m wrapping another series. Yikes!
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Love it!
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Thanks so much, Tessa. Kensington has been awesome with the covers!
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It’s a fab cover, and I do like the header image that Staci designed for you. The first two Hode’s Hill books were so much fun. I’m sure this one will be great, too!
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Thank you, Priscilla. I hope you find this one just as intriguing as the first two. I did have a lot of fun writing it 🙂
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I am so looking forward to this release! Congrats on the new cover, and yes Staci did a fabulous job with the header. 🙂
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Thanks, Joan. I excited about Eventide!
And Staci was awesome in designing the header for me. It’s been a crazed week, so that was a lovely surprise!
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I appreciate the shout-out, but today is supposed to be all about you. I’m so excited for you, Mae! Congratulations!
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Thank you!! And even if I’m not supposed to say it, thanks for that fab header 😀
I’m glad to have you here celebrating with me!
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I’m so ready for this book! That’s a great cover, and it goes well with the other two. And after this, I can’t wait to see what you do next!
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YAY! That has me doing a happy dance, Lauralynn! Thank you!!!
And, oh yes, I have plans for what comes next. Stay tuned…. 😀
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Awesome header image, Staci. I just preordered my copy – congrats, Mae!
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Oooh, thank you, Teri. That made my morning. I can’t wait to hear what you think of this one. Twins are involved 🙂
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Intrigued?? I’m champing at the bit!! And that cover is to DIE for!! (Hopefully not in the cistern in the basement! 😯 ) I can’t wait for this one, and personally, I think this series is absolutely your best work to date. Your skill as a writer has done nothing but get better and better. (And it started off pretty darn good, so that’s saying something.)
What a way to end the year and start off the new one! Marked my calendar already! 🙂 ❤
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PS, Preordered mine, too! Yay!! 🙂
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Woohoo!! A Snoopy dance on top of a Snoopy dance! 😀
Thank you!! ❤
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You are so sweet! That just made me grin and break into a mad Snoopy dance. Well, in my head anyway, since I’m currently sitting in Panera’s with my Mac and if I started wild gyrations in the aisle I think they’d ask me to leave.
I had another reader remark about a change in my writing (for the better, Thank God) in this series, and that makes me feel good, too. It’s always my goal to grow and improve.
Thank you, thank you!!
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I think of it more as growth rather than change. You still have your wonderful unique voice and style, but it keeps on getting better. And personally, I think that’s what we all should be aiming for, in every aspect of life. We learn, we grow, we improve, right? That’s MY plan, anyway. 😀
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It’s my plan too, Marcia. And I’m glad you can recognize my “voice.” I’ve had a few other readers tell me they can recognize it too, and that makes me feel good. I’m completely with you on improving and growing. It’s my goal, too!!
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High five, Mae! You continue to amaze me with your achievements. Cheers to you, my friend! 🙂
PS. You are a master of dual timelines!
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Natalie, thank you so much! You have me grinning ear to ear, especially with that comment about dual time lines. I really enjoyed juggling those with this series. That you for your support, my friend!
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Love the cover–and the header. Staci–such talent! It’ll be interesting to see how you wrap up the trilogy with this book.
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Thank you for your interest, Jacqui. I’m excited about it!
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Just pre-ordered mine and left a question up for discussion on the Goodreads link. The house on the cover looks so desolate, and the ground mist makes the atmosphere downright creepy. Poor Madison has been through so much, I hope she finds a guy who’ll help her through what’s coming and she gets a happy ever after. I know what I’ll be doing on New Year’s day–reading your book and eating pork for luck:) Wishing your book lots of luck, too. I loved the first two. And Staci’s header is awesome.
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Judi, you rock! Thank you for all that support and for the GR question.When I originally planed this book, Tessa and David were supposed to be the lead characters (carried over from book 2), but I felt their storyline had wrapped by the end of End of Day, and Madison needed so much more. I hope you like were I took her story arc. And pork on New Year’s Day sounds good. I’m glad Eventide will be part of the celebration 🙂
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Reblogged this on Judi Lynn and commented:
My blogger friend, Mae Clair, is doing a cover reveal of her book. The desolate, creepy setting fits her dark, supernatural tales. I loved the first two books in her series. You might want to check them out:
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Thank you, thank you! I am delighted by the reblog!
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The header is excellent. I’m so far behind, Mae. Gotta do me some binge reading. Congratulations.
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Thanks, John. So many books have been released lately, I’ve had a hard time keeping up, too.I am grateful for your interest! 🙂
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Congrats Mae, I too love the cover. It works well with the series. Good Luck!
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Hi, Chuck. It’s so nice to have you visit and share in my celebration today. Thanks so much for those kind words and well wishes. {{hugs}}
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Love the new cover with the cool colors. The house seems to pull you to it. I pre-ordered my copy. Can’t wait for a nice haunted house read to greet the new year:) Congrats Mae!
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YAY! Thank you for the pre-order Denise, and for the well wishes. I’m sad to see this series end, but I AM excited about this final book and how it all plays out. I hope you will enjoy the tale. So strange to thinking it will be kicking off a whole new decade with 2020.
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I don’t want think a new decade….lol. at least I’m a fan of 2s.
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I know. The whole decade thing is scary for me. I remember when I was a kid dreaming about how old I’d be in the year 2000 and now it’s all history!!
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Reblogged this on Jacquie Biggar-USA Today Best-selling author and commented:
Oh, my gosh! Check out the creepy great new cover for Mae Clair’s Hode’s Hill series!
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Thank you, Jaquie. That reblog is SOOO appreciated!
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Happy to share!
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I got chills just looking at this, lol. Can’t wait for December!
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I am so excited to hear that, Jacquie! I’m not a fan of winter, but I am looking forward to December and the release. Knowing that others are excited about it too, has me breaking into spontaneous Snoopy dances! 🙂
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Love the cover and looking forward to another great read! Sharing…
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Bette, thanks so much for sharing, and for your interest in the conclusion of my series. I so appreciate all your support!
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Love your books!
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Congrats!!! Exciting news. Will get mine on preorder and have tweeted this reveal.
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Oh, my! It is so lovely of you to do all of that, Mary Lou. I am thrilled by your support. Thank you!!!
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Reblogged this on Welcome to the World of Suzanne Burke. and commented:
I’m delighted to Join in the celebration of the exciting cover reveal of Eventide. by Mae Clair.
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You have me grinning, my friend. Thank you so much for helping me spread the word about my upcoming release. You rock!
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Love the new cover, Mae. That house conveys isolation and secrets so beautifully. That blurb is a killer … (if you’ll pardon the expression) I often find the blurb more difficult to write than the book. You’ve nailed this one. Reblogging this exciting reveal.
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This is also exciting to hear, Soooz. For the most part blurbs come easily for me (unlike the DREADED synopsis), and I am thrilled when they do their job and spark interest. Thanks for sharing in my cover reveal excitement today and for the reblog. You are a rock star! 🙂 ❤
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Happy rock ‘n rollin’ down under. Party on in the realm my friend.
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The cover is speaking volumes Mae! Wishing you all the best as we wait for the release of Eventide.
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Hi, Balroop. Thanks so much for celebrating with me. The support has bee awesome and so appreciated!
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Reblogged this on Books and Such and commented:
In case you missed it yesterday, Mae Clair revealed the beautiful, eerie cover to Eventide, the final book in her Hode’s Hill series. I’ve got my copy pre-ordered – do you?
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Teri, thanks so much. For the pre-order and for the reblog. I’m doing a happy dance right now! 🙂
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I have devoured this series so can’t wait for the next book. GREAT cover!
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Noelle, you have no idea how happy that makes me to hear. Thank you for all your fantastic support and for celebrating with me! 🙂
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You nailed it when you said you felt like you’ve been treading water. Me to! I do love the meme Staci created. I have pre-ordered Eventide and can’t wait. Great dark winter reading!!! Congrats, Mae!!
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I never seem to get caught up anymore, Jan. I guess we can all relate to that. I wish there was a magic fix. In the meantime, I’m happy to celebrate small victories like this cover reveal. Thanks for celebrating with me, and MANY THANKS for the pre-order. It is so appreciated!
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Congrats! And yes, intrigued – that blurb sounds spooky too.
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Hi, Jina. I’m delighted you dropped by check out the cover reveal. I love that the blurb has you intrigued. Thank you!
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That’s a great looking cover Mae. I still have book ii to catch up on before Eventide… better get reading 😁
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Thanks, Jess, and happy reading! 🙂
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Congrats on this wonderful milestone, Mae. It’s a marvelous series. So glad there is another on the way. Hugs.
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Thank you, Teagan! So happy to hear you’ve been enjoying the series!
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Great – and acutely atmospheric – cover. I feel haunted already!
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Woo-hoo! That’s what I want to hear. Thanks, Frederick! 🙂
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Oooh, I love the Eventide cover. In fact, the word itself gives me the good chills. Best of luck, Mae!
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Thank you, Flossie. I have always been in love with the word “Eventide.” I’m so glad I got to use it as a title, and I’m thrilled you like the cover!
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OMG, I am so embarrassed to be so far behind on reading posts! I know this is on my preorder list and I can’t wait to read Maddy’s story! Wait. I have to wait until DECEMBER?? Sigh.
So excited–the new cover is fabulous!
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Aww, thanks, Julie. I’m thrilled that you’re looking forward to it. Madison was not supposed to be the lead character in book 3, but after she popped up unexpectedly in End of Day, I just had to let her shine in Eventide.
I’m jazzed you like the cover, too! 🙂
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Good luck! It’s an inspiring and intriguing cover.
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Hi, Luccia! Thank you so much. I appreciate the well wishes! 🙂
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