Book Release: Against All Odds by Jacqui Murray @AskATechTeacher #prehistoricfiction

Posted on August 20, 2020 by Mae Clair

Hello, friends! Please welcome Jacqui Murray, who is here to share her latest release, Against All Odds. The amount of research and detail Jacqui puts into her books is stunning—as is her writing. I’m happy to participate in her launch tour for book three in the Crossroads Trilogy.

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Xhosa’s extraordinary prehistoric saga concludes, filled with hardship, courage, survival, and family.

Summary
A million years of evolution made Xhosa tough but was it enough? She and her People finally reach their destination—a glorious land of tall grasses, few predators, and an abundance that seems limitless, but an enemy greater than any they have met so far threatens to end their dreams. If Xhosa can’t stop this one, she and her People must again flee.

The Crossroads trilogy is set 850,000 years ago, a time in prehistory when man populated most of Eurasia. He was a violent species, fully capable of addressing the many hardships that threatened his survival except for one: future man, a smarter version of himself, one destined to obliterate all those who came before.

From prehistoric fiction author Jacqui Murray comes the unforgettable saga of a courageous woman who questions assumptions, searches for truth, and does what she must despite daunting opposition. Read the final chapter of her search for freedom, safety, and a new home.

A perfect book for fans of Jean Auel and the Gears!

Available digitally (print soon) at: Kindle US Kindle UK Kindle CA Kindle AU

Author bio:
Jacqui Murray is the author of the popular Building a Midshipman, the story of her daughter’s journey from high school to United States Naval Academy, the Rowe-Delamagente thrillers, and the Man vs. Nature saga. She is also adjunct professor of technology in education, blog webmaster, an Amazon Vine Voice, a columnist for NEA Today, and a freelance journalist on tech ed topics. Look for her next prehistoric fiction, Laws of Nature, Book 2 in the Dawn of Humanity trilogy, Winter 2021.

Thanks for visiting with me and Jacqui today. Please help spread the word about Against All Odds by using the sharing buttons below!

97 thoughts on “Book Release: Against All Odds by Jacqui Murray @AskATechTeacher #prehistoricfiction”

jenanita01 on August 20, 2020 at 4:32 AM said:

These three books make an amazing saga, like nothing I have ever read before!
Looking forward to reading Quest for Home…

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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 10:09 AM said:
  
  Thanks! They are different than the normal read. Like a prehistoric thriller (not that that’s even a genre!)
  
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  - jenanita01 on August 20, 2020 at 2:01 PM said:
    
    They are totally different from anything I have read before!
    
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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 12:12 PM said:
  
  They do look amazing. And I’ve heard only good things about them, Jaye!
  
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  - jenanita01 on August 20, 2020 at 1:56 PM said:
    
    Most unusual story, and wonderfully written too!
    
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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 12:12 PM said:
  
  Jacqui, you’re starting a whole new genre, LOL!
  
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Priscilla Bettis on August 20, 2020 at 6:01 AM said:

Best of luck to Ms. Murray on this latest release. Cool book trailer! (And informative, too.)

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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 10:11 AM said:
  
  Thanks for visiting, Priscilla. An efriend inspired me to try a trailer. It makes a lot of sense. Many people are more visual than wordy.
  
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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 12:13 PM said:
  
  I thought the trailer was so well done. Thanks for visiting Priscilla!
  
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harmonykentonline on August 20, 2020 at 6:11 AM said:

I have the last two books on my ereader waiting for me. Really enjoyed the first one, plus one from another series of Jacqui’s. Wishing her all the best on this new book launch 🙂

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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 10:12 AM said:
  
  Thanks so much, Harmony. I hope you love them!
  
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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 12:14 PM said:
  
  I think I know what other series you’re referring to, Harmony. I really enjoyed the first one and need to catch up with book 2….plus this saga!
  
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Joan Hall on August 20, 2020 at 6:36 AM said:

I can’t fathom writing pre-historic fiction. Hat’s off to Jacqui and best of luck with the release. Nice book trailer.

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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 10:15 AM said:
  
  It wasn’t my choice (to write prehistoric fiction). Like an earwig, Lucy just wouldn’t let me go until I told her story.
  
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  - Joan Hall on August 20, 2020 at 2:28 PM said:
    
    When that happens, it’s best to listen.
    
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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 12:14 PM said:
  
  I know. I get intimidated by the thought of writing a historical, for a pre-historical? Her research is amazing!
  
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Staci Troilo on August 20, 2020 at 7:01 AM said:

So nice to see the tour continuing. Wishing you much success with this release, Jacqui.

Thanks for hosting, Mae.

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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 10:19 AM said:
  
  Almost done. Mae pretty well wraps things up though I have two more in the next few weeks. I fee well-launched! Now on to your new books!
  
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  - Staci Troilo on August 20, 2020 at 10:27 AM said:
    
    So nice to be well-launched! (Let people think what they will of that comment.)
    
    I have two releases to go, then I’m on to my suspense series. Busy weeks ahead!
    
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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 12:15 PM said:
  
  My pleasure, Staci.
  Jacqui has been making a huge splash in the blogosphere with this book and series!
  
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Teri Polen on August 20, 2020 at 8:04 AM said:

Nice book trailer – congrats on the new release, Jacqui!

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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 10:20 AM said:
  
  Thank you for the feedback on the trailer. It’s my first. I liked it but you know how that goes, when its your creation!
  
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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 12:16 PM said:
  
  Thanks for visiting, Teri. I really enjoyed the trailer too!
  
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Jan Sikes on August 20, 2020 at 8:50 AM said:

Congrats to Jacqui! She is all over the globe these days with her new release. Thanks for sharing, Mae!

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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 10:22 AM said:
  
  This is about the last of it–a few more surprise stops! I’ve really enjoyed meeting the folks in my efriends’ writer communities.
  
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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 12:16 PM said:
  
  LOL! She has definitely been in the spotlight!
  Thanks for visiting, Jan!
  
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Marcia on August 20, 2020 at 9:51 AM said:

Thanks so much for sharing this saga, Mae. And what a great trailer, Jacqui! I was riveted!

I remember very clearly when Clan of the Cave Bear was released (way back then), and I devoured the entire series. This looks like another I’ll want to read from start to finish. Adding it to my TBR pile, for sure.

Best of luck with Against All Odds, Jacqui, and thanks for a great post, you two!

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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 10:24 AM said:
  
  Thanks so much, Marcia. There is something energizing about surviving the impossible, isn’t there? That’s what I liked about Clan of the Cave Bear and I wanted to put into this trilogy.
  
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  - Marcia on August 20, 2020 at 12:02 PM said:
    
    Sounds like you caught that same determined spirit, and I’m eager to read more! 🙂
    
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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 12:17 PM said:
  
  If you enjoyed Clan of the Cave Bear, it sounds like you will be devouring this series, Marcia. I wish you happy reading! 🙂
  
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Sue Coletta on August 20, 2020 at 10:00 AM said:

Fascinating trailer, Jacqui. Best of luck with your new book baby!

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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 10:59 AM said:
  
  Thanks so much, Sue. I’m still excited and it’s been three week!
  
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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 12:18 PM said:
  
  Thanks for visiting, Sue. I think Jacqui did a great job with the trailer too!
  
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Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 10:07 AM said:

Thank you so much for hosting me, Mae. I’m so excited to be here with your efriends!

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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 12:18 PM said:
  
  It’s a pleasure to host you, Jacqui. I wish you the very best with this release. I look forward to reading Against All Odds!
  
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roughwighting on August 20, 2020 at 11:24 AM said:

I’ve learned so much about my/our “ancestors” thanks to Jacqui’s well-researched and well-written series. The book trailer is fabulous – and inspirational.

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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 12:11 PM said:
  
  Your forebears had a lot of never-quit in them, Pam!
  
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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 12:21 PM said:
  
  What an awesome comment, Pam. Her research is amazing! I still have to catch up with this series, but I was blown away by what she put into To Hunt a Sub.
  
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J. Kelland Perry on August 20, 2020 at 11:51 AM said:

So nice to see you here and on other blogs, Jacqui. Wishing you the best with your launch!

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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 12:14 PM said:
  
  Thanks, Jennifer. Mae did a beautiful job sharing my book.
  
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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 12:22 PM said:
  
  Thanks so much for visiting and supporting Jacqui!
  
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  - J. Kelland Perry on August 20, 2020 at 1:07 PM said:
    
    You’re welcome! I’m a big fan of Jacqui’s prehistoric fiction. 😊
    
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Judi Lynn on August 20, 2020 at 11:53 AM said:

I can’t imagine the research that went into these stories. Good luck with them, Jacqui! I’m not much of a fan of trailers, but this one was interesting.

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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 12:14 PM said:
  
  It would have been difficult if I didn’t love research. As I do, I had a great time.
  
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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 12:23 PM said:
  
  The research is mind-boggling! So glad you dropped by to visit and share in Jacqui’s excitement, Judi 🙂
  
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ParentingIsFunny on August 20, 2020 at 12:49 PM said:

Go, Jacqui! 🙂

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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 3:33 PM said:
  
  I’m adding to that cheer! 🙂
  
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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 3:44 PM said:
  
  It’s the only speed I have–go or not go.
  
  Wait, that’s two.
  
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  - ParentingIsFunny on August 20, 2020 at 3:49 PM said:
    
    Haha! 🙂
    
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robertawrites235681907 on August 20, 2020 at 12:55 PM said:

Wonderful to see Jacqui here with her new book, Mae. I am very impressed by the length of her book tour.

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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 3:33 PM said:
  
  She’s been highly visible, Robbie. I think I would be exhausted by now, LOL!
  
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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 3:48 PM said:
  
  She’s closing out my book launch in style for me!
  
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D.L. Finn, Author on August 20, 2020 at 1:05 PM said:

I loved this book and I’m enjoying following the tour:)

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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 3:33 PM said:
  
  Wonderful to hear, Denise. Thank you for cheering her on again today!
  
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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 3:45 PM said:
  
  Thanks so much, Denise. You are so kind.
  
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coldhandboyack on August 20, 2020 at 1:20 PM said:

All the best with your new book.

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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 3:34 PM said:
  
  Thanks for visiting to wish Jacqui well with the release and tour, Craig!
  
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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 3:45 PM said:
  
  thanks so much, Crag. And yours too!
  
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wordsfromanneli on August 20, 2020 at 1:26 PM said:

These books will leave you thinking about them for weeks and weeks. I loved all three of them. My husband has taken over my Kindle and is enjoying them too. You’ll be sorry if you miss out on these great books! Great job, Jacqui!

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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 3:34 PM said:
  
  Wow! That’s an excellent testimonial. Thank you for sharing here today!
  
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  - wordsfromanneli on August 20, 2020 at 8:34 PM said:
    
    Every word is true!
    
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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 3:47 PM said:
  
  Thank you, Anneli. True confession–you definitely made them better. My husband steals my Kindle too to read. That logging in and out of accounts–so tedious.
  
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  - wordsfromanneli on August 20, 2020 at 8:34 PM said:
    
    If we get them hooked they’ll have to get their own Kindles. I appreciate the nice comment about my editing, but it’s good to have something wonderful to work with.
    
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balroop2013 on August 20, 2020 at 2:05 PM said:

I am so happy for Jacqui…her latest book has been received with great love. Wishing her great success. Thanks Mae, for sharing the news.

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- Mae Clair on August 20, 2020 at 3:35 PM said:
  
  My pleasure, Balroop. Jacqui is an excellent writer and I wish her all the best with her latest release!
  
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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 3:43 PM said:
  
  What a nice way to put it, Balroop. It does feel that way–loved.
  
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Bette A. Stevens on August 20, 2020 at 4:09 PM said:

Awesome trilogy! Delighted to find Jacqui and Against All Odds on your blog today, Mae. She is a fantastic writer and researcher. Highly recommended!

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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 6:12 PM said:
  
  Thank you so much, Bette. I had fun with this series.
  
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- Mae Clair on August 21, 2020 at 8:18 PM said:
  
  So great to hear, Bette. I have read other work by her and was blown away. Especially by her research and attention to detail. Thanks so much for visiting to cheer her on!
  
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Jacquie Biggar on August 20, 2020 at 5:34 PM said:

I have this waiting on my Kindle- I want to know what happens to Xhosa and Pan-do!

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- Jacqui Murray on August 20, 2020 at 6:14 PM said:
  
  Hmmm… I have one of yours waiting on my Kindle too. The Sister Pact? Can’t wait!
  
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  - Jacquie Biggar on August 20, 2020 at 6:50 PM said:
    
    Thank you!
    
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- Mae Clair on August 21, 2020 at 8:17 PM said:
  
  So great to hear, Jacquie. I wish you happy reading!
  
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skidawayjeff on August 20, 2020 at 10:04 PM said:

Jacqui is really getting around! Congratulations to her.

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- Mae Clair on August 21, 2020 at 8:16 PM said:
  
  I will second that congrats. Many thanks for visiting to cheer her on, Jeff!
  
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Jessica Bakkers on August 21, 2020 at 3:07 AM said:

This is a series I’ve got on my list. I love prehistoric fiction, and am very keen to see how Jacqui tackles the genre 🤗

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- Jacqui Murray on August 21, 2020 at 10:16 AM said:
  
  I like analyzing how they solve deadly problems with only the tools they had available at that time–mostly their big brains. Limited clothing, limited planning, but they are clever.
  
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  - Jessica Bakkers on August 21, 2020 at 9:30 PM said:
    
    As I’ve said before, sometimes I think I’d love to slip back into that time period, live an uncomplicated life. Then I think about how much I love antibiotics, internet, and home delivery pizza….
    
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- Mae Clair on August 21, 2020 at 8:15 PM said:
  
  That’s wonderful to hear, Jess. Jacqui is a stellar writer. I wish you happy reading!
  
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D. Wallace Peach on August 21, 2020 at 11:36 AM said:

Hi Again, Jacqui! It’s great to see your book getting all this press. A wonderful read. Great share, Mae. ❤

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- Jacqui Murray on August 21, 2020 at 3:23 PM said:
  
  Thanks for visiting, Diana. It means a lot!
  
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- Mae Clair on August 21, 2020 at 8:15 PM said:
  
  So glad you dropped by to share in Jacqui’s launch release, Diana. Many thanks!
  
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debrapurdykong on August 21, 2020 at 5:16 PM said:

Reblogged and shared on Twitter. Best of luck with the book, Jacqui!

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- Jacqui Murray on August 21, 2020 at 8:14 PM said:
  
  Thanks for sharing!
  
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- Mae Clair on August 21, 2020 at 8:14 PM said:
  
  Thank you for sharing, Debra!
  
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Sandra Cox (@Sandra_Cox) on August 23, 2020 at 1:23 PM said:

Jacqui’s trilogy is amazing. The amount of research that went into it is stunning. I have no idea how she had/has time to research, write and market.
Thanks for hosting, Mae. Hope all is well in your corner of the world.

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- Jacqui Murray on August 23, 2020 at 3:11 PM said:
  
  Well thank you, girlfriend!
  
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- Mae Clair on August 23, 2020 at 4:11 PM said:
  
  I a always blown away by the amount of research Jacqui puts into her books. It shows how much she loves her subjects. I’ looking forward to reading the whole trilogy.
  
  It’s always a pleasure to have you visit, Sandra. Keep well and stay safe!
  
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Natalie Ducey on August 24, 2020 at 11:52 AM said:

Congratulations, Jacqui! Best wishes for continued success.
Thanks so much for sharing, Mae, as always. 🙂

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- Jacqui Murray on August 24, 2020 at 4:54 PM said:
  
  Thanks, Natalie. I am so glad to finish this one!
  
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- Mae Clair on August 24, 2020 at 8:45 PM said:
  
  Thanks for visiting, Natalie. I’m glad you stopped by to cheer on Jacqui with her latest release!
  
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Ankur Mithal on August 24, 2020 at 11:57 AM said:

Go Jacqui!

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- Mae Clair on August 24, 2020 at 12:06 PM said:
  
  Hi, Ankur! Glad you dropped by to cheer her on! 🙂
  
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- Jacqui Murray on August 24, 2020 at 4:57 PM said:
  
  Thanks!
  
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff on August 24, 2020 at 9:13 PM said:

Congratulations Jacqui! I love the book trailer and I’m putting these at the top of my tbr.

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- Jacqui Murray on August 24, 2020 at 9:15 PM said:
  
  Thank you so much! Xhosa–the main character–she’s pretty tough. I loved getting to know her.
  
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- Mae Clair on August 24, 2020 at 9:40 PM said:
  
  Wow, that’s fabulous, Kim. Happy reading!
  
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