On the job, Stacey’s perfectionism and faith rub Chance the wrong way, while his antics and wisecracks irritate Stacey. When federal employees who worked an old case with Stacey start dying, Chance becomes concerned, and not just because Stacey is his partner. Stacey senses a closeness between them but has vowed not to get involved with men in law enforcement and especially not someone who doesn’t share her faith.
The anniversary of the case is creeping closer. Time is running out. Can Chance and Stacey stop the person who is out to kill her before it’s too late?
Sounds really interesting, Heidi!! Now let's start the interview!
So, tell us a bit more about the series.
Gazing into Darkness is the first book in a three-book romantic suspense series, Queen City Heroes, set in Cincinnati, Ohio. While solving cases, federal agents Chance McPherson and Stacy Sanderson must also investigate their feelings for each other. In Book 1, Chance must overcome his anger toward God and his fear of working with a female agent, to protect his partner, Stacy, from a madman who wants revenge.
How did you get your idea for this story?
For several years, I worked for a government contractor onsite at the Cincinnati EPA. Later, I learned about EPA CID agents.I thought it'd be cool to write a story about them and the work they do.
Great idea! I'm glad you thought of it. So, what made you decide to be a writer?
When I was thirteen, I was in a church Christmas drama. I wanted to play Mary, but I couldn't sing, which was required for the role. An adult suggested I write my own play. Growing up in Southern California, originally, I dreamed of writing Christian screenplays, but God had other plans.
Then, what was your first story?
My first story was Dog Tags, a romantic suspense from Pelican Book Group. In it, Marine Mark Graham determines to protect Beth Martindale, the woman he loves, at all costs, and yet his own secrets might turn her against him forever.
That sounds cool!
Do you write from an outline, or just from inspiration, or both?
Normally, I write from an outline. With my current work-in-progress, I have written toward what James Scott Bell refers to as signposts, but I haven't followed an outline as closely as I normally do.
Do you have any underlying themes that you want your readers to come away with?
Yes, I try to include themes of redemption, forgiveness, and trusting God.
Such important themes for every person to experience!
Do your characters share any traits with you or someone you know?
The heroine of the story and I both like to read books.
Do your characters ever surprise you?
Yes, with my current work in progress, I was surprised by twists along the way.
I love it when that happens!
Do you have a favorite character in your books?
The main characters in Gazing Into Darkness, Chance and Stacy, are my favorite characters.
So, what are you working on now?
Currently, I am working on a stand-alone romantic suspense, tentatively titled, Kalamity Cabin, set in the fictional town of Kalamity, Ohio.
I love that title!
Thanks for the interview, Heidi! I really enjoyed hearing about your books.
Now readers, here is a short bio of Heidi, plus her social and purchase links!
Heidi Glick has a B.A. in biology from Cedarville University, a Master of
Technical Communication from Utah State University, and a passion for writing
romantic suspense from a Christian worldview. Additionally, she is a member
of American Christian Fiction Writers and Faith, Hope, and Love Christian
Writers and has written two articles for Intercom. She has an eye for detail and
includes law enforcement particulars in her stories, grounding the reader in
scenes. She’s attended Writers’ Police Academy and the Hancock County
(Ohio) Sheriff Citizen’s Academy to ensure accuracy of story details. Before
becoming a romantic suspense writer, Heidi taught science to middle and high
school students and edited science documents. Though she grew up in
Southern California, Heidi now considers rural Northwest Ohio her home. When
she is not busy discovering unique ways to wreak havoc upon the lives of her
fictional characters, she spends quality time with her husband, two kids, and
eight pets.
Readers can learn more about Heidi on her
Website, https://authorheidiglick.com/
Social Media Links:
· http://www.facebook.com/authorheidiglick
· https://twitter.com/HeidiGlick1
· https://sleuthsandsuspects.blogspot.com/
· https://www.instagram.com/glick.heidi/
· https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7035003.Heidi_Glick
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