ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
DiAnn is a founding board member of the American Christian Fiction Writers; the 2015 president of the Romance Writers of America’s Faith, Hope, & Love chapter; a member of Advanced Writers and Speakers Association, and International Thriller Writers. She speaks to various groups and teaches writing workshops around the country. She and her husband live in sunny Houston, Texas. DiAnn is very active online and would love to connect with readers on any of the social media platforms listed at her website.
ABOUT THE BOOK
If you would like to read the first chapter of Deadlock, go HERE. Watch the video:
I have enjoyed ALL of DiAnn's books, especially her FBI Houston series. I think living just outside of Houston drew me to this series. My family and I relocated to Houston a little over a year ago and strangely, I found DiAnn's FBI Houston series as somewhat of a "welcome committee"! I hope to meet her in person sometime soon. You can read Deadlock as a stand-alone novel; however, I would strongly suggest reading the entire series. DiAnn's characters are complex and reading the series as a whole will allow you the joy of seeing the characters' progression and transformation. DiAnn writes stories with a perfect blend of romance, suspense and faith that isn't "preachy" but realistic and believable. There is a genuineness to her characters and their stories that is particularly endearing. Her books have a permanent place on my keeper shelf. I hardly read fiction books twice...I know I will read DiAnn's again.
DiAnn was gracious in answering some questions for us. Enjoy this interview with her:
1. How did you become interested in writing?I can’t remember when I wasn’t in fiction mode. Before I could hold a pencil, I created stories. After I could hold a pencil, I wrote stories. The power of the written word intrigued me then as now—the sound of words, the look of them on the written page, the ways words are used to entertain, inspire, and encourage others.2. What can you tell us about the setting of this novel?Deadlock, a romantic suspense, is set in Houston, Texas. My city. My home. Familiar landscapes add more authenticity.3. Who are the main characters?Special Agent Bethany Sanchez steps into the violent crime division of Houston’s FBI. She’s a bit of a perfectionist, and her own worst critic. However, she has reservations about her new partner, the same man who put her brother in jail. To make matters worse, he has a reputation of getting the job done, no nonsense, and a womanizer. Are the rumors true?4. Special Agent Thatcher Graves is ready to work with his new partner, but she’s hard to get to know. He’s uncertain if he can trust her, and he has to know she has his back. Recently he made a decision to become a Christian, but his past party-image stops him from revealing the changes in his life.5. Which of the characters surprised you the most in this story, and how so?Bethany refused to give up on her relationship with her family, even though they chose her felon brother over her.6. How did the writing of this story impact you as a person or as an author?Definitely the family dynamics. We all have family members who don’t share our beliefs or values. This deepened my awareness of unconditional love woven with obedience to God’s principles.7. Why is this story important to you?Three reasons:1. The complexities of dealing with a depraved mind.2. Showing the cultural differences between Bethany and Thatcher and their friendship resulting in love.3. Creating an action-packed story about Houston’s FBI, their dedication and commitment to keeping people safe.8. What would you like your readers to take away from this story?God’s sovereignty in all situations of life—family, career, friendships, love, and obeying laws that correspond with God’s principles.9. Are there some specific lessons you hope readers will learn and apply to their lives after reading your book?God is bigger than our problems - whether that be career, spiritual, or personal. In Deadlock, not only did professional problems attack my hero and heroine, but family dynamics.10. When you are not writing, what do you like to do? Do you have any hobbies?I enjoy reading, cooking, gardening, and grandkids! I’m very much into good health and exercise to keep my body and mind in the best shape possible.
Go now and check out DiAnn's books on Amazon. You can do that HERE!11. What can you tell us about Deadlock?Two murders have rocked the city of Houston. Are they the work of a serial killer, or is a copycat trying to get away with murder?That is the question facing Special Agent Bethany Sanchez, who is eager for her new assignment in violent crimes but anxious about meeting her new partner. Special Agent Thatcher Graves once arrested her brother, and he has a reputation for being a maverick. Plus, their investigative styles couldn’t be more opposite: he operates on instinct, while she goes by the book.When hot leads soon fizzle out, their differences threaten to leave them deadlocked. But an attempt on their lives turns up the heat and brings them closer together, and a third victim might yield the clue that will help them zero in on a killer. This could be the case of their careers . . . if they can survive long enough to solve it.Where can readers find you on the Internet?Sign up for my blog on my website! I love to hear from readers!
Happy Reading Ya'll,
Jennifer
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