How far would YOU go to avenge a daughter’s cruel death? Cara is considered rebellious and inappropriate to befriend. Dayne is the apple of Elder Simmons’ eye—until he takes a stand against their teachings. Can his prayers and love reach Cara and show her the way to redemption? Will Cara realize God’s love and forgiveness before she goes too far?
The Redemption of Caralynne Hayman is a novel of hope shining through the darkness with strong elements of suspense and romance. This novel was a semifinalist in the Genesis contest and is receiving raving reviews! Release date was October 21, 2013 from Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas. The link for the book which is on SALE NOW is:
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The Redemption of Caralynne Hayman is a novel of hope shining through the darkness with strong elements of suspense and romance. This novel was a semifinalist in the Genesis contest and is receiving raving reviews! Release date was October 21, 2013 from Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas. The link for the book which is on SALE NOW is:
Kindle: http://amzn.to/17gf97c Print: http://amzn.to/1btCwrg
Interview by Cheryl Colwell
What inspired you to start writing?
Not sure there was an “inspiration.” From grade school up I’ve always loved reading and writing. I delighted in writing articles and stories assigned in class. When other children groaned and complained, I could hardly restrain myself from writing more than was required. Loved it!
What books have you written?
The Redemption of Caralynne Hayman is my debut novel. It’s an intense, fast paced novel that deals with one woman’s reaction to the abused murder of her eleven-year-old daughter. But it also shows that there’s always hope. Even in the midst of our harshest trials, God’s hope and love will shine through. All we have to do is grasp hold.
I also have a lighthearted, fun mystery releasing in days (this month) called Hog Insane (and no, it’s not about pigs!). It’s entirely different than The Redemption of Caralynne Hayman, but a fun first book in a series that introduces the characters of Denton and Alex Davies who run smack into murder, strange beautiful keys, and a whole bunch of people who are lying.
I’m plotting and working on a sequel to The Redemption of Caralynne Hayman and hope to have book two: Bat Crazy, and book three: Daffy’s Duck, ready by the end of next year (the mystery series).
What genre do you prefer to write in?
Is there anything but suspense? Seriously, having grown up with mysteries (and even planned a career in detecting), it was natural to gravitate toward what I love. I like to throw in a romantic thread, a touch of whimsy or dry humor now and then, and sometimes a thread that will carry through into other books, but suspense is the foremost theme in my novels.
Are there any characters you relate to most?
Most of my characters do have similar traits, actions, or most likely, interests the same as my own. Caralynne Hayman loves cooking, canning and baking--all for her girls and to share with her friends, which I’m not crazy about, although I do enjoy preparing for my family now and then. She imagines flying or doing crazy things like hang gliding, and I’m terrified of heights. So she’s probably the least like me of any character I’ve created.
I do have novels about characters who ice skate, run a boarding home, ride in a hot air balloon, play instruments and sing, etc. These type of things interest me and I enjoy participating or watching.
Are there any lessons you’ve learned along this writing journey?
Of course. Never give up. Decide what your ultimate goal is, where you want to go in your writing career, and pursue that with all your heart. Your goal may be different than that of your best writing buddy. It may be simpler or grander than the next person, but that doesn’t matter. What you need to do, what path you take should be your decision, and God’s. Follow that with all your heart.
What are your favorite things to do besides writing?
Reading, of course, taking long walks with my husband, nights out, traveling, spending time with family and particularly, my grandsons.
What do you hope readers will gain from your writing?
Entertainment and enjoyment is always a given, but in a deeper measure, in The Redemption of Caralynne Hayman, I hope that readers will finish the book with a greater sense of the everlasting hope that God gives humanity. I want them to feel a sense of responsibility to the hurting ones and sympathy for those who are caught in an abusive situation.
In Hog Insane, readers will automatically realize what a difference this book is than my debut novel with it’s lack of intensity. Yet there is an underlying theme of marital problems that can cause splits. Working together, talking, sharing our feelings, and being respectful are always important in healthy relationships. Just as Denton and Alex each realize their own lack, so I hope readers of this book will determine to do all they can to increase the happiness in their own relationship.
Thank you, Cheryl, for allowing me to visit your site! I so appreciate it.
What inspired you to start writing?
Not sure there was an “inspiration.” From grade school up I’ve always loved reading and writing. I delighted in writing articles and stories assigned in class. When other children groaned and complained, I could hardly restrain myself from writing more than was required. Loved it!
What books have you written?
The Redemption of Caralynne Hayman is my debut novel. It’s an intense, fast paced novel that deals with one woman’s reaction to the abused murder of her eleven-year-old daughter. But it also shows that there’s always hope. Even in the midst of our harshest trials, God’s hope and love will shine through. All we have to do is grasp hold.
I also have a lighthearted, fun mystery releasing in days (this month) called Hog Insane (and no, it’s not about pigs!). It’s entirely different than The Redemption of Caralynne Hayman, but a fun first book in a series that introduces the characters of Denton and Alex Davies who run smack into murder, strange beautiful keys, and a whole bunch of people who are lying.
I’m plotting and working on a sequel to The Redemption of Caralynne Hayman and hope to have book two: Bat Crazy, and book three: Daffy’s Duck, ready by the end of next year (the mystery series).
What genre do you prefer to write in?
Is there anything but suspense? Seriously, having grown up with mysteries (and even planned a career in detecting), it was natural to gravitate toward what I love. I like to throw in a romantic thread, a touch of whimsy or dry humor now and then, and sometimes a thread that will carry through into other books, but suspense is the foremost theme in my novels.
Are there any characters you relate to most?
Most of my characters do have similar traits, actions, or most likely, interests the same as my own. Caralynne Hayman loves cooking, canning and baking--all for her girls and to share with her friends, which I’m not crazy about, although I do enjoy preparing for my family now and then. She imagines flying or doing crazy things like hang gliding, and I’m terrified of heights. So she’s probably the least like me of any character I’ve created.
I do have novels about characters who ice skate, run a boarding home, ride in a hot air balloon, play instruments and sing, etc. These type of things interest me and I enjoy participating or watching.
Are there any lessons you’ve learned along this writing journey?
Of course. Never give up. Decide what your ultimate goal is, where you want to go in your writing career, and pursue that with all your heart. Your goal may be different than that of your best writing buddy. It may be simpler or grander than the next person, but that doesn’t matter. What you need to do, what path you take should be your decision, and God’s. Follow that with all your heart.
What are your favorite things to do besides writing?
Reading, of course, taking long walks with my husband, nights out, traveling, spending time with family and particularly, my grandsons.
What do you hope readers will gain from your writing?
Entertainment and enjoyment is always a given, but in a deeper measure, in The Redemption of Caralynne Hayman, I hope that readers will finish the book with a greater sense of the everlasting hope that God gives humanity. I want them to feel a sense of responsibility to the hurting ones and sympathy for those who are caught in an abusive situation.
In Hog Insane, readers will automatically realize what a difference this book is than my debut novel with it’s lack of intensity. Yet there is an underlying theme of marital problems that can cause splits. Working together, talking, sharing our feelings, and being respectful are always important in healthy relationships. Just as Denton and Alex each realize their own lack, so I hope readers of this book will determine to do all they can to increase the happiness in their own relationship.
Thank you, Cheryl, for allowing me to visit your site! I so appreciate it.
About the author:
Carole Brown's debut novel, The Redemption of Caralynne Hayman (a semi-finalist in the ACFW Genesis contest), releases September 2013 and deals with a cult, abuse, revenge, redemption and hope shining through the darkness.
She blogs at http://sunnebnkwrtr.blogspot.com/ and helps set up interviews for authors at http://www.barndoorbookloft.net/ . She's a reviewer at the Suspense Zone and helps out at the ACFWBookclub. Besides being a member of ACFW, the ACFW coordinator for Ohio, she also belongs to many writing groups, the Central Ohio Fiction Writers, Sisters in Crime, Romance Writers of America, and is the founder of the Circle of Pens where she mentors beginning writers.
Connect with her on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/CaroleBrown.author or Twitter at: https://twitter.com/browncarole212
She and her husband have ministered nationally and internationally and enjoy their grandsons, traveling, gardening, good food, the simple life, and did she mention their grandsons?
Carole Brown's debut novel, The Redemption of Caralynne Hayman (a semi-finalist in the ACFW Genesis contest), releases September 2013 and deals with a cult, abuse, revenge, redemption and hope shining through the darkness.
She blogs at http://sunnebnkwrtr.blogspot.com/ and helps set up interviews for authors at http://www.barndoorbookloft.net/ . She's a reviewer at the Suspense Zone and helps out at the ACFWBookclub. Besides being a member of ACFW, the ACFW coordinator for Ohio, she also belongs to many writing groups, the Central Ohio Fiction Writers, Sisters in Crime, Romance Writers of America, and is the founder of the Circle of Pens where she mentors beginning writers.
Connect with her on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/CaroleBrown.author or Twitter at: https://twitter.com/browncarole212
She and her husband have ministered nationally and internationally and enjoy their grandsons, traveling, gardening, good food, the simple life, and did she mention their grandsons?
