Dead Man’s Watch
About the Book Dead Man’s Watch
Book: Dead Man’s Watch
Author: Kay DiBianca
Genre: Cozy mystery
Release date: September 2020
Half-sisters Kathryn Frasier and Cece Goldman stumble into another mystery in this second book in the Watch series. When a former acquaintance of Kathryn’s is accused of murder, she and Cece go on a mission to prove his innocence by finding the real killer. But things are never what they seem in this tangled web, and Kathryn’s spunky determination to solve the mystery pushes her closer and closer to a deadly climax.
Join the adventure as these two young women commit themselves to live up to the quote from the Jerusalem Talmud: “Whoever saves a life, it is considered as if he saved an entire world.
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My Thoughts on Dead Man’s Watch
Okay. First things first. This is the second book in a series. Read book one first. In book one we meet the sisters and find out who they are and how they are connected. You can’t skip reading these in order or you’re going to be missing out!!
Start reading. Dead body found in chapter one. This cozy mystery has some amazing suspense woven in but not enough that those who don’t love suspense won’t want to keep reading.
Kathyrn’s friend is accused of the murder so she of course has to prove he’s innocent. And she can’t just prove he’s innocent, no she has to solve the case! Her sister Cece comes alongside to help her and the suspense and mystery keep going.
I’ve found that I enjoy how this author writes and I love this series. I did not realize when I read the first one that a sequel would be coming. And honestly, it’s been several years since I read book one. I almost decided to go back and reread it before tackling this one but the memories of the book came back so I just went with it.
This is a great book and a wonderful series. I hope you take the time to read and enjoy them.
I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received through 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 Dead Man’s Watch
Kay DiBianca is a bestselling author who loves to create literary puzzles for her readers to solve. Her characters come to life as they struggle to solve mysteries and create relationships amidst the ongoing themes of faith and family. Her first novel, The Watch on the Fencepost, won an Illumination Award for General Fiction and an Eric Hoffer Award for Mystery. The second book in the Watch series, Dead Man’s Watch, was released in September 2020.
Kay is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers and Sisters in Crime. An avid runner, she can often be found at a nearby track, on the treadmill, or at a large park near her home. Her background in software development fuels her fascination with puzzles and mysteries, and her dedication to running helps supply the endurance and energy she needs to write about them!
Kay and her husband, Frank, live, run, and write in Memphis, Tennessee.
You can connect with Kay through her website at https://kaydibianca.com.
More from Kay
RUNNING AND WRITING
I’m a runner. Over the years I’ve discovered so many benefits from running, including improved health, a good outlook, a sense of well-being, and even a spark to creativity. That’s a lot to get from an investment in a pair of running shoes!
Of course, running is also a great metaphor for life. This one sport exemplifies so much that we experience in our lives: success, failure, injury, joy, and pain. So, it’s not surprising that although my books are not specifically about running, they contain running scenes.
I got the idea for my first mystery novel, The Watch on the Fencepost, while I was out running. The first chapter of that book introduces the main character, Kathryn Frasier, as she runs a five-miler while training for a marathon. Kathryn deals with the sorrow of her parents’ recent deaths by putting in hard miles on the trails around the fictional town of Bellevue. As I wrote that narrative, I could almost feel Kathryn’s effort, her struggle to maintain pace, the pain in the final sprint, and the satisfaction of finishing well.
The second book in the series, Dead Man’s Watch, takes place just a month or so after the first one. Kathryn continues her training by running a half-marathon race. Once more I run with her as she experiences the elation of being in the lead pack (I’ve never been there!), the exhaustion as the miles build up (I do know about this), and a dramatic event as she nears the finish.
I hope readers will see the analogy between Kathryn’s experiences on the trails and her efforts to try to solve the mysteries in each story. I’m working on the third book in the series now. I haven’t written any running scenes yet, but I’m sure Kathryn’s going to insist on putting one in.
Blog Stops for Dead Man’s Watch
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Musings of a Sassy Bookish Mama, March 19
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Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, March 21
Reviewingbooksplusmore, March 21
deb’s Book Review, March 22
Because I said so — and other adventures in Parenting, March 23
Texas Book-aholic, March 24
Mary Hake, March 24
Inklings and notions, March 25
Older & Smarter?, March 26
The Write Escape, March 26
Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, March 27
For Him and My Family, March 28
Happily Managing a Household of Boys, March 29
Pause for Tales, March 29
Locks, Hooks and Books, March 30
Ashley’s Clean Book Reviews, March 31
Bizwings Blog, March 31
Giveaway for Dead Man’s Watch
To celebrate her tour, Kay 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/10987/dead-man-s-watch-celebration-tour-giveaway
Debra J Pruss
Thank you for sharing your time and your talent. God bless you.
Erin S.
Thanks for stopping by!
Kay DiBianca
Erin,
Thank you for reviewing Dead Man’s Watch. Your comments made my day!
I’m working on book three in the series now. Kathryn and Cece have gotten themselves involved in another adventure, and I’m trying to keep them out of trouble.
Erin S.
I can’t wait to revisit them.
Emma
This sounds exciting! Thank you for the warning to read the series in order.
Erin S.
You’re welcome. Sometimes I make mistakes and read them out of order and definitely don’t want others to.
megan allen
I do love suspense! I’m checking out book one right now!
Erin S.
You’ll love it if you like suspense.