Anchored by Death
About the Book Anchored by Death
Book: Anchored by Death
Author: Catherine Finger
Genre: Christian Mystery/Thriller
Release Date: June 2017
Police Chief Jo Oliver needed a little time to herself. But when her escape to Wisconsin turns deadly, she teams up with FBI agent Nick Vitarello, hoping to catch the Bow Tie Killer. Their romantic past and complicated present lead them into uncharted territory as they match wits with a psychopath bent on destroying everything they hold dear.
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My Thoughts on Anchored by Death:
This series intrigues me. I was sent this book to review but had not read the entire series. This does make it difficult to understand some bits and you definitely do feel lost in some of it. Plus I think half the characters have been in previous novels and you really probably want to know what happened to them before and why they’re important in this one.
Jo Oliver is supposed to be resting. And while resting she decides to play some golf. But when that solitary game of golf ends up in her finding a dead body that rest period is over. Now she’s off to find a killer with the help of lots of people.
Lots and lots of romance in this book. Maybe a lot too much of kissing. I mean, don’t get me wrong, I like a good romance too, but I also want my mystery books to be mainly mystery with a smattering of romance. This has too much romance and too much kissing etc for a good clean romance.
That said, our main character is a Christian and does a lot of praying and talking to God to get through situations.
I think this is a good novel. It was one I enjoyed reading. I definitely recommend reading the whole series though as I felt I was missing out on a lot. Not a book I would be comfortable letting my teenage daughter read at this point though. The author did a really good job of writing though and I loved the setting though I was a bit sad to realize it’s not all real places.
I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from Celebrate Lit. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations.
About the Author of Anchored by Death
Catherine Finger loves to dream, write, and tell stories. Retired from a wonderful career in public education, she celebrates the ability to choose how to spend her time in a new way during the second half of life. So far, she chooses to write books, ride horses, serve others, and generally find her way into and out of trouble both on the road and at home. She lives in the Midwest with a warm and wonderful combination of family and friends.
More from Catherine
Thank you for your interest in the Jo Oliver thriller series. Today we celebrate Anchored by Death—book three in the series. The basic plot for this book came as a result of an FBI workshop I attended on how profilers track killers. A particular method was presented that really stuck with me. As I thought it over, I had the idea to combine a map of Wisconsin with the tracking technique I had learned, and I actually built the crime scenes around the theory. I then created a killer who would do the sorts of things I had mapped out, and in that order. This was a satisfying challenge for Josie and I enjoyed my research jaunts throughout Wisconsin while writing the chase and takedown scenes.
When Josie’s off the clock and spending time with family and friends, you can catch our heroine in the kitchen. Ever since her infamous Flourless Chocolate Cake appeared in Anchored by Death, fans have requested the recipe. For the epicurean readers, here is the recipe she used when preparing this special treat:
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Ingredients:
12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
1 ½ sticks butter
¼ salt
6 eggs, room temp
1 ½ cups sugar (white granulated or brown will do)
Confectioner’s sugar and cocoa powder for dusting top and cake stand
How To:
Heat oven to 325 degrees. Prepare springform or regular round pans with nonstick spray or butter and flour.
Melt chocolate, butter, and salt—microwave will work in a pinch—or add all to heatproof bowl and place over small saucepan of simmering water to melt without burning. Set aside to cool
Beat eggs and sugar until light and thickened, around 6-8 minutes. Fold in melted chocolate mixture until completely combined.
Pour batter into buttered and floured cake pan—springform or regular round—and bake at 350 degrees for approximately 90 minutes, until a toothpick comes out wet but relatively clean.
Allow cake to cool completely before removing from pan. Dust with confectioner’s sugar and cocoa—Jo used a stencil for a quick and pretty design.
Thanks again for celebrating Anchored by Death—and know that I appreciate you. Readers are a special breed. As a lover of the written word and an author, I invite you to enjoy the read.
Blog Stops for Anchored by Death
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For the Love of Literature, April 24
Writer Without a Space, April 24
Inklings and notions, April 25
deb’s Book Review, April 25
For Him and My Family, April 26
Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, April 26
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All-of-a-kind Mom, April 28
Reading Is My SuperPower, April 29
Blogging With Carol, April 29
Christian Bookaholic, April 30
Maureen’s Musings, April 30
Ashley’s Bookshelf, May 1
A Modern Day Fairy Tale, May 1
Spoken from the Heart, May 2
Just Your Average reviews, May 2
Daysong Reflections, May 3
Bigreadersite, May 3
Locks, Hooks and Books, May 4
Pause for Tales, May 4
Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, May 5
Giveaway for Anchored by Death
To celebrate her tour, Catherine is giving away the grand prize of a $25 Amazon gift card!!
Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway!
Click the link below to enter.
https://promosimple.com/ps/f982/anchored-by-death-celebration-tour-giveaway
Anne
It was interesting to read how the author developed her crime scenes.
Erin S.
I love backstories like that!
Julie Waldron
Sounds like an intriguing and suspenseful book!
Erin S.
It’s a nice series!
Debbie P
This sounds like a very good read.
Erin S.
Thanks for stopping by!
Emma
This sounds pretty intense!
Erin S.
Not super intense but not just love story either.
James Robert
I appreciate hearing about your book, thanks and for the giveaway also. Thanks so much!
Erin S.
Thanks for stopping by!
Melissa Wenger
I definitely like less kissing and more mystery too!
Erin S.
Glad I’m not alone!
James Robert
Your book sounds like a great read and thank you for sharing it with us.
Erin S.
Thanks for stopping by!