Trace of Doubt Book Blog Tour and #Giveaway #LoneStarLit

Fifteen years ago, Shelby Pearce confessed to murdering her brother-in-law and was sent to prison. Now she’s out on parole and looking for a fresh start in the small town of Valleysburg, Texas. But starting over won’t be easy for an ex-con.

FBI Special Agent Denton McClure was a rookie fresh out of Quantico when he was first assigned the Pearce case. He’s always believed Shelby embezzled five hundred thousand dollars from her brother-in-law’s account. So he’s going undercover to befriend Shelby, track down the missing money, and finally crack this case.

But as Denton gets closer to Shelby, he begins to have a trace of doubt about her guilt. Someone has Shelby in their crosshairs. It’s up to Denton to stop them before they silence Shelby—and the truth—forever.

Author DiAnn Mills’s

Top 5 Ways to Finish the Summer Strong

It’s August and the heat index is rising. Here in Houston, we’re looking at 100+ degrees and lots of humidity. Pool time and ocean beaches. I love it! Add a tall glass of cold lemonade or an iced tea, and I’m ready for some serious summer activities.

 

But sometimes the heat drags us down, and that’s when we could use a few tips on how to ensure come fall we have lots of wonderful stories to tell.

 

We treasure all June, July, and August have to offer from kids and grandkids visits, amusement parks, fresh veggies and fruits, and on to the smell of barbecue. Did I mention vacations, family reunions, green lawns, and flowers bursting through the earth? All memory makers.

 

Here are a few tips that work for me when I want to savor this special time of the year and not miss a minute of fun.

 

1. Laugh like never before. If ever there was a fountain of youth, it’s the sweet nectar of summer. Be a kid again. Climb a tree. Pick dandelions. Go fishing.
2. Embrace the sunshine. Vitamin D is good for the body and soul. Yes, we need sunscreen. But for just a few moments, close your eyes and lift your face to the sky. Definitely a kiss from heaven.
3. Take a road trip through the country. How high is the corn? Watch a field of grazing cows flick off the pesky flies with their tails. Roll down your window and take in the fresh smells. (I will admit fresh manure is not so pleasing.)
4. List what you haven’t done yet this summer and schedule those activities on your calendar. Plan it. Make it happen.
5. Take lots of pictures. Come winter when the chilling winds bring ice and snow, the photos of summer will warm your soul.

 

In closing, I’d like to share a quote with you from Darrell Hammond. “Aaah, summer—that long anticipated stretch of lazy, lingering days, free of responsibility and ripe with possibility.

 

It’s a time to hunt for insects, master handstands, practice swimming strokes, conquer trees, explore exciting places, and make new friends.

 

What is your favorite part of summer?