Announcing… DEAD SERIOUS

***Now available in audio form. Details below.

Published by Winged Publications

~ A psychological thriller/romance set in the world of amateur theatre, where danger lurks behind every scene. ~

Dana Williams never suspected starting a new life could end with her death.

Fleeing a devastating break-up , Dana moves to a new neighbourhood, where she finds a job and an apartment, and best of all, an offer to produce her play. While the world of theatre is mostly make-believe, the people in it are all too real, and when a few bizzare events occur, Dana realizes she is the target of a demented mind. When these events lead to murder, she must decide whom among her new friends she can trust, especially when almost all have something to hide. Tensions mount as a clever killer outsmarts everyone.

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Also available in both e-book and paperback on amazon.ca or directly from the author. Note: For Canadian orders, I recommend amazon.ca, not amazon.com, as that site’s shipping costs are very steep.

NEWS FLASH! DEAD SERIOUS is now an audiobook, only on amazon.com (not amazon.ca)

Also by Wendy B. Truscott

Haunted Journey

Judge’s Comments~ 29th Annual Writers’ Digest Self-Published Book Awards:

“An interesting historical fiction story that also seems to mix elements of mysterious atmosphere along with the rich history of the area…(characters) fun to read and well written. The history and time, as well as the landscape of nature and the culture of this time seems to be almost a character in the book as well. Andrew was a well written character who quite frustrated me in how he was trying to mess with Caleb's progress. The book will appeal to readers of historical fiction and those in which a family and community are able to overcome challenges.”

Themes of loss, danger, struggle, alienation, redemption, and the strength of family highlight this gripping story.

A young runaway’s guilt and remorse, lead him to seek reconciliation and forgiveness. When confronted by unexpected tragedy, he determines to make amends by fighting for the survival of his family and re-establishing his place in it. Not everyone is ready to forgive, and grueling poverty and the struggles of pioneering in the backwoods, present life and death challenges. An unexpected enemy further complicates events. Haunted Journey is a richly detailed, nostalgic story, set in a period when closely-knit families and communities pulled together in times of trouble.

Loon Echo Publications (2014

MacGregor’s Curse

Judge’s Comments ~29th Annual Writer’s Digest Self-Published Book Awards:

“ This is a fantastically tense novel that keeps readers wondering what will happen next. All of the conflict surrounding Jamie, both externally and internally, generates a lot of emotion. The way you tie this conflict into his feelings and the memories of his mother is excellent. This backstory is clearly woven into Jamie’s underlying thoughts and behaviors, and this creates a clear throughline in the story that impacts all of his decisions. The complications with his father and his resentment toward Dr. Paul also play on his insecurities and memories, which creates a rich story with deep feeling.”

Author’s Note~ The story of young Jamie MacGregor features many of the same characters as Haunted Journey but is also a “stand-alone” novel.
The MacGregors have always overcome difficulties and tragedy; that’s “The MacGregor Way”. But has it now become “The MacGregor Curse”? Overwhelming grief for his dead mother, and the estrangement of his once-happy and proud family, lead young Jamie MacGregor to commit an act of revenge he immediately regrets. Lacking purpose, confidence, and friends, Jamie falls under the spell of a dangerous blackmailer. As others work behind the scenes to help him find his way again, Jamie’s life begins to turn around, but the blackmailer remains determined to bring him down, and falling for a lively girl brings complications. Events come to a head with a spectacular and dangerous theft, and during a rescue attempt, Jamie must prove to others he can be trusted.
“Author Wendy Truscott has created a fascinating snapshot of old Muskoka, at times both touching and heart-breaking…it offers a colourful glimpse into a world that has long since passed away.”
~ Cheryl Cooper, author, the “Seasons of War” series
We are proud to announce that Haunted Journey and MacGregor’s Curse are available in Ontario at: Veranda Collection, Bracebridge; Heron’s Nest Studio and Gallery, Bracebridge; Robinson's, Dorset; Rafters of Muskoka, Baysville; Miss Nelle’s, Baysville., as well as the Baysville , Bracebridge, and Dwight libraries.
e-reader versions: Kobo, Kindle, Nook and others available at amazon.com, amazon.ca, indigo.com, and other on-line bookstores.
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Wendy