Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Debut Novel Party for PM Kavanaugh!!

Guess what? Two of my best friends have debut novels coming out this week! So we are celebrating it up on my blog!! It's virtual party time all week. :)

I'm thrilled to kick-off the celebrations by presenting Die Run Hide, a fast-paced thriller, oozing with romance, written by PM Kavanaugh and published through Crimson Romance!

First, grab a cup of coffee (or tea or water!). PM is secret code for "Patrice," so from here on out, I'll be referring to Patrice. And since I happen to know she has a wee obsession with Starbucks, our  beverages will be served in lovely white and green cups. :)



Also, this party needs some chocolate in the form of an ooey-gooey bar. Go on, have a slice! They are calorie free after all.


Now that we're all snacked up, let's get to the good stuff.



I met Patrice a few years ago at my local writer's group, MVRWA. She's one of those super cool people who combines elegance and intelligence with a wicked sense of humor. She's the other half in my success team (success team has a better ring to it than accountability partners!). It came as no surprise to me when she called to tell me Crimson Romance wanted to publish her book. I had the pleasure to read Die Run Hide, and let me tell you, it rocks!!



Die Run Hide

Follow orders or die. Anika Washington knows the rules laid down by the counterterrorist agency that owns her. When she aborts a mission in order to spare a young girl, she’s given an ultimatum: take on a new mission that requires betraying her fellow operative, and lover, or forfeit her own life.

After discovering that her lover, Gianni, has chosen another, Anika accepts the mission. In the aftermath, she learns that Gianni was faithful to her and she’d been tricked into thinking otherwise. The knowledge comes too late and she’s almost killed in an agency double-cross.

Now she must run—battling time, former enemies and the agency itself to stay alive and save the man she loves.

Now that you know what the book is about, here is my review!

(I received an advanced reader copy of this book with no obligation to review it. All opinions are my own.)

Jill's review:

Buckle up! This fast-paced thriller had me on edge from the first sentence to the very end. I couldn't put it down! Indeed, I read it in one sitting--it's THAT good.

Set in the near future, Anika is a federal operative, but not by choice. She's trying to escape a life of no privacy, forced dangerous missions, and few choices. But her love of fellow operative, Gianni, threatens everything, and she makes a desperate decision that forces her on the run. Along the way, she learns the freedom she yearns for means nothing unless she's with her heart's desire.

I loved this book. Each action-packed, emotional chapter had me guessing, and I love guessing. Who can she trust? How will she react? Can she escape? Will she get what she longs for? And as the plot progressed to the end, I was left with a deep satisfaction and my own longing--for a sequel!
If you enjoy the Jason Bourne series or Mr. and Mrs. Smith, you'll love this book!

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About PM Kavanaugh ~
A writer of thrillers spiked with romance, PM Kavanaugh has always loved intrigue, danger and adventure, especially when observed at a safe distance from her own life. She shares her home, dreams and some of her plotting dilemmas with her clever-enough-to-be-a-spy husband and her talkative office cat, Max.
Die Run Hide is now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other retailers! Head to PM Kavanaugh: Thrillers Spiked with Romance for more information!

Thanks so much for celebrating with us today!

24 comments:

  1. Hi Jill, Thank you SO much for throwing my book release party here! You know how much I love my Starbucks so thanks for including some much-needed caffeine. And those bars of chocolate...yum (esp. appreciate their low calorie content).

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    1. You're welcome, Patrice!! I loved your book, and I'm honored to be able to help spread the good news. Your support has meant the world to me. And now we can celebrate!

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  2. You lost me at the dessert table. Yum! I wish they really were low calories. A girl can always dream, right?

    Good luck, PM, on your book release!

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    1. I got a little lost at the dessert table myself! I'm a sucker for ooey-gooey treats!

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  3. Love the start to your review, "Buckle up." Sounds like a page-turner!

    And "deep satisfaction" after reading a book rocks!
    ~ Wendy

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    1. It was, Wendy! Wow!! I felt like I was dropped into a spy movie, which totally rocked! Patrice is an amazing writer--I hope she decides to turn Anika's story into a series. Like now!

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    2. Hi Wendy, thanks for stopping by. I,too, loved the way Jill kick-started the review. I could hardly believe she was talking about my book! Ha.

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  4. Jill! This is an awesome release party - I love virtual chocolate - no calories, so I'll have another, please. :) Patrice's book looks amazing! Congrats on the new release, Patrice. Any book that can be read in one sitting is a must for my TBR pile!

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    1. I love no calories also. :) Yeah, I couldn't have put Die Run Hide down if I tried! Lucky for me, I didn't have to. :) It's awesome!!

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    2. Hi Gabrielle, Thanks for stopping by my party and helping me celebrate this dream come true!

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  5. Congrats on your release, Patrice! I'm raising my coffee cup and wishing you many, many sales!

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    1. Hear, hear!! Nicely said, Constance!

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    2. Constance, you're the best! And throw in a brownie with that coffee, will you please?

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  6. How fun! Congrats on your book, Patrice. It looks fun and exciting!

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    1. It IS fun and exciting, Lindsay! Thanks for helping us celebrate!

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    2. Hi Lindsay, Thanks for coming over and leaving a comment. Such a great party!

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  7. Hello!! It's so nice to meet you!! Your book sounds amazing... thanks for hosting the party, Jill!

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    1. Thanks for helping us celebrate, Tiffany!!

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    2. Hi Tiffany, Thanks for stopping by..and for the Twitter follow!

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  8. Cool and congratulations to Patrice!!!

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    1. HI Livia, thanks for your congrats. Most appreciated!

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