Psychological Romantic/Suspense
Date Published: December 2017
A sociopath is on the hunt…
Bret Silva’s handsome face is plastered all over town on placards praising his success. But neither his eyes nor his friendly smile betray the dark beast that lurks within. A beast that requires sacrifices. But one mistake endangers Bret’s survival.
When the men from Savage Security discover a damning photo, they realize that someone has mastered the art of the perfect murder. As their hunt begins, Cole Savage must reconcile his desire for justice with the burning ache in his heart for Julia Romero. Enlisting her help as a realtor, they work together to find a new home for Savage Security while the hunt for the killer continues. As the men discover more victims, they piece together the clues and realize that one of their own may be in the sights of a ruthless killer.
Interview
What is the hardest
part of writing your books?
Finding uninterrupted time in our house is a challenge.
During the school year, I write while my girls are at school. But during the
summer, while I type away at our dining room table, my girls frequently ask me
questions and want me to take them places. I love being with them, and realize
how precious my time with them is, so my writing pace is much slower in the
summer.
What songs are most played on your Ipod?
I love to use my iHeartRADIO app. When I first started using
the app, one of my daughters was fixated on Taylor Swift. Now, according to
iHeartRADIO, I am a country music fan. I’ve become a fan of Florida Georgia
Line, and I haven’t heard an Ed Sheeran song that I didn’t love.
Do you have critique partners or beta readers?
I am fortunate to have two beta readers. Thank you to Carol
and Beth for their honest opinions and insights.
What book are you reading now?
I LOVE my Kindle app on my phone. If my eyes aren’t glued to
the tiny screen, then I have my ear buds in and I’m listening to a book. I’m currently
listening to Tangled Up by Erin
Nicholas.
How did you start your writing career?
I’ve always thought it would be cool to write a book. In
college, (while studying elementary education) in my literacy courses, I’d
peruse the picture books and nonfiction children’s books and dream about
writing my own book. At the time, it seemed impossible, but as the internet
expanded and companies like Amazon grew, the dream started to take shape and
become a reality. When my twin daughters went to kindergarten, I set aside time
each day to write. Surprisingly, the story that unfolded in my head was not for
elementary students, but it was better suited for young adults who enjoy
supernatural thrillers. When I finished the first series, The Scintillate Series, I
transitioned to adult romantic suspense and began The Savage Security Series, which now has four books, and the fifth
is on its way.
I am working on the rough draft
for the fifth book in the Savage Security
Series. Grace’s Kiss focuses on
Ryan Mark’s relationship with Grace Berry. Ryan is everything Grace has avoided
in her dating life. He’s wild, cocky, and has an air of danger that takes her
breath away. But as much as she’s attracted to him, she’s also intimidated by
the sexy confidence that oozes from him. After a bumpy start, she realizes that
she has more in common with the buff alpha than she ever expected.
About the Author
Karen Tjebben lives in central North Carolina with her wonderful husband, twin daughters, and two hamsters. When her girls left for kindergarten, Karen discovered that she needed to fill her days with something, and that was the beginning of her writing career. She loves to create worlds filled with unique characters that she hopes will delight and raise goose bumps on her readers. In her free time, she enjoys traveling with her husband and seeing the world through her daughters' eyes.
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Pretty cover. I love romantic suspense. Good to see you have more coming. Gotta take time off to smell the roses, especially in the summer.
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ReplyDeleteThanks for spreading the news about STOLEN KISS and the Amazon gift card giveaway. Although this is the fourth book in my Savage Security Series, it can be read as a stand-alone. This series is full of romance, suspense, and hot alpha-males on a mission to capture the hearts of the women they love. Check out the other books in the series at Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Karen-Tjebben/e/B00F1VIJKQ
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