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Happy Book Birthday, Mrs. Oliver’s Twist
And how you can participate


There is no more exciting or hectic time in an author’s life than a book launch! MRS. OLIVER’S TWIST is being released, and I can’t wait.
Before I go any further, I need to thank YOU for all your advice and support in making the title, cover, book description, and other critical parts come together in the best possible way.
I’m proud to reveal the results of our collaboration:

IF YOU CAN’T TRUST YOUR FAVORITE TEACHER, WHOM CAN YOU TRUST?
Quinn McFarland is on the verge of living her best life. With exciting career plans, a loving husband, and dreams of a perfect future, everything seems to be falling into place. But when she’s asked to identify the body of her beloved former teacher, Mrs. Oliver, Quinn's world is fragmented.
The moment Quinn looks at the wrist of the deceased, she notices something chilling—a tattoo she’s seen before. But this time, the ink holds an unsettling meaning, pulling Quinn into a tangled web of mystery and deception. As she digs deeper, Quinn uncovers dark truths about her teacher's past—secrets that lead to a brutal murder and people she knows and trusts.
Now, Quinn must navigate a treacherous path where every clue brings more danger, and the stakes are do-or-die. As the investigation spirals out of control, Quinn’s carefully constructed life begins to unravel. With her marriage, her family, and her future on the line, Quinn must confront the frightening reality that the killer may be closer than she ever imagined—and time is running out.
A gripping thriller filled with unexpected perils, Mrs. Oliver’s Twist will keep you spinning until the very last page.
Here are a few author review blurbs:
“From the captivating title to the first brilliant pages and beyond this cleverly crafted mystery is a fabulous read. There’s so much to praise in this book, it’s hard to know where to begin. The characters, including the villains, are complex and compelling. The premise is delicious, and the twists (pun intended) are brilliantly executed. I found myself racing through the chapters full of fast-paced suspense. I love it when a story keeps me guessing until the very satisfying conclusion!
Though this is the second book in the series, the author does an excellent job of weaving in the necessary backstory from the first installment, so readers who are new to the series can jump right in. That said, I’m now absolutely picking up the first book!” - Valerie Biel, award-winning author of Beyond the Cemetery Gate
"The aptly titled Mrs. Oliver’s Twist abounds in twists and turns that the author passes around like crumpets at teatime. A delightful mystery that leaves readers gasping for breath while trying to decide who to trust… and who to fend off with a ten-foot pole."—Barbara Conrey, USA Today Bestselling Author of Nowhere Near Goodbye and My Secret to Keep
“Quinn McFarland is back from her honeymoon and excited about her upcoming life changes. She didn’t count on being called to the morgue to identify her high school teacher, though. Mrs. Oliver helped Quinn through tough times in high school, and now Quinn hopes to return the favor. But how well does Quinn know her beloved English teacher? Finding the truth about Mrs. Oliver pulls Quinn down a rabbit hole through a dark world of secret identities, drug trafficking, and other unspeakable crimes, threatening her safety and her marriage. The title whispers to the reader to get ready, as twist after twist turns the truth inside out and upside down. It’s such a clever game of cat and mouse that readers will never know until the end who is leading the chase.—Joy Ann Ribar, author of the Bay Browning Mysteries
Returning to reality after a heavenly honeymoon isn’t fun, but when your parents guilt-trip you about family business suffering in your absence, and a policeman darkens your door, it feels like things can’t get worse. Until you’re asked to identify a body. Quinn McFarland hits the ground running in Mrs. Oliver’s Twist. Everyone has a public and a private persona, but the deeper Quinn delves into her favorite high school teacher’s life, she discovers more than she bargains for. And that information may get her or someone she loves killed. Jump into this fast-paced twisty novel that combines crazy family dynamics with heart-pounding action.
- Sharon Lynn, Award-winning author of A Cotswold Crimes Mystery Series
The book is available for preorder in ebook here and will soon be released in hardback and paperback everywhere, too. If you want to schedule me for your book club or organization meeting, let me know.
Here are the book launch parties, times, and locations thus far:
May 2 Galveston book launch, Edna’s Room at The Grand 1894 Opera House, 4:30 – 7
May 10 Galveston Then and Now Bookshop and ArtWalk, Postoffice Street
May 17 Book Launch Event at Murder by the Book, Houston, 3 pm
Please join us for one or more of these events. There will be photographs, autographs, door prizes, refreshments, and more.
As excited as I am about this book launch, it’s not all about me. In fact, I couldn’t have managed so many details for the book without you. And you need to be with me front and center as the book makes its debut this month.
Here’s how you can participate:
· Attend one of the book launch events listed above.
· Read and review the book. Just a rating and single sentence is a huge help!
· Send me a photo of you reading/holding the book (cover showing), so I can post it on social media.
· Forward this newsletter to friends and family to help spread the word.
· Post something about Mrs. Oliver’s Twist on your own social media.
· Anything other creative ideas you may have.
I’ll keep track of all you’re doing, and there will be a drawing for a prize (your choice from several options) for the person who participates the most this month. Plus, you will have my undying gratitude for ever and ever.
I can’t thank you enough for sharing in my author journey. Please keep in touch and let me know your thoughts. I love hearing from you!
Much love,
Saralyn
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