IT’S A GIVEAWAY!
I’m celebrating the upcoming release of my new novel Mysteries of the Southern Gothic (coming September 24, 2024) by giving away a free Audible copy of The Manchineel—Book 1 in the series! This giveaway exclusive if available for newsletter subscribers and their friends only! Feel free to forward this offer to anyone you know who enjoys audiobooks!
While MOTSG can be read as a standalone, for maximum enjoyment, reading The Manchineel first is recommended. This is your chance to get ready for September 24th!
All you have to do is complete this form (below). Giveaway closes Friday, September 6, 2024. Offer available in U.S. and U.K. only. Void where prohibited. Please review trigger warnings before entry if needed.
WHAT ONE LUCKY WINNER WILL WIN:
A code to redeem one free audiobook copy of The Manchineel on Audible performed in duet style narration by Jason Manuel Olazabal and Bianca Santos.
A promo code for 20% off anything in the Jessica Carrasquillo shop.
ABOUT THE MANCHINEEL:
Just as nature evolves to protect itself against predators, a woman grows into a deadly force.
Elyse Santiago seeks a fresh start far from the traumas of her past in Miami and ventures to Los Angeles. There, she cultivates a social media persona and shares lessons on life and nature from her garden. Yet, behind her smile she’s haunted by the voice of her childhood abuser—a ghost from her past she thought she’d silenced forever.
Surviving on her own in Los Angeles proves challenging for Elyse when she crosses paths with Ben, a handsome Hollywood attorney at a top talent agency. As they collaborate professionally, an undeniable attraction blossoms. But, Ben is trapped in an abusive marriage with Ana, the daughter of his powerful boss. Escaping Ana’s grasp threatens to destroy Ben’s life, endangering his career, lifestyle, and reputation. For Elyse, no moral boundary or personal risk can deter her from claiming Ben entirely as her own. As they grow closer, the very foundation of their lives begins to shift, entwining them in a web of passion, betrayal, and murder.
Listen to excerpts from the audiobook here!
ABOUT MYSTERIES OF THE SOUTHERN GOTHIC:
Beneath the haunting shadows of the South, a tale of loss and betrayal unfolds. Ulysses Katsaros, a troubled mental health counselor, grapples with the unexplained disappearance of his sister, Calliope. His path crosses with Rosario Martinez, a daring young woman and co-host of the popular Mysteries of the Southern Gothic true crime podcast.
As Ulysses wrestles with personal demons and haunting memories, Rosario delves into Calliope’s mysterious vanishing, suspecting it's linked to the sinister Church of the Ninth Order. Their investigation deepens, and a surprising intimacy blossoms between them. Driven by the pursuit of justice, Rosario finds herself crossing professional boundaries for love, further complicating their mission.
Their journey is fraught with obstacles: confrontations with law enforcement, the resurgence of old flames, and personal dilemmas that test their loyalties. Will their search for answers bring them closer together, or will the truths they uncover tear them apart?
