Welcome, Rachel. Tell us how much of
yourself you write into your characters.
Since I write
legal suspense and I’m a lawyer, I think I bring a lot of myself and my life
experiences into my books.
What is the quirkiest thing you have ever
done?
I’ve
accidentally worn two different pairs of shoes to work LOL.
When did you first discover that you were
a writer?
At a very young
age I was writing stories and poems. Then after I had been a lawyer for a
couple of years, I decided to write my first novel.
Tell us the range of the kinds of books
you enjoy reading.
I love reading
suspense and romantic suspense. I also really enjoy nonfiction on a wide range
of topics.
How do you keep your sanity in our run,
run, run world?
I take it one
day at a time. That’s the only way I can handle everything that I have going on
in my life.
How do you choose your characters’ names?
Sometimes I have
a specific name in mind. Other times I search and look at name lists and think
about different combinations and how that name works with other characters I
have planned.
What is the accomplishment that you are
most proud of?
In the writing
context, I’m super excited about my current series with Bethany House. It’s a
dream to be writing for such a wonderful publisher.
If you were an animal, which one would
you be, and why?
I love animals
so much! I’m an introvert by nature and independent, so I’d probably be a catJ
What is your favorite food?
Pizza or
anything with cheese and carbs.
What is the problem with writing that was
your greatest roadblock, and how did you overcome it?
My biggest
problem is having enough time. It’s a constant struggle, but I take one
deadline and task at a time.
Tell us about the featured book.
Deadly Proof is book 1 in the Atlanta Justice series.
The series features women attorneys who take on high stakes and dangerous
cases.
Please give us the first page of the
book.
You can’t call
that a settlement offer.” Kate Sullivan looked directly into the dark eyes of
her opposing counsel, who represented a medical device company. Jerry had just
made partner and thought he could play hardball, but she wasn’t going to let
him get the upper hand. “You and I both know that amount will never cut it.
Come back to me when you have a number I can work with.” She closed her laptop
and shoved it in her bag.
“C’mon, Kate.
Fifty grand is a good starting point,” Jerry said.
“We’re done
here. Call me when you’re actually ready to negotiate.” She stood up and walked
out of the conference room before Jerry could say anything else.
He wasn’t taking
her client’s claims seriously, so she wasn’t going to waste any more time
playing games. He’d come to his senses soon enough. This case shouldn’t go to
trial, and he knew it.
Making the quick
drive from downtown to Midtown Atlanta, weaving through the usual traffic, she
parked in her reserved spot in the garage under a tall office building. The
large office tower was home of the world-class plaintiff’s firm Warren McGee.
How can readers find you on the Internet?
I love
connecting with readers. Here is where you can find me.
Website: www.racheldylan.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/racheldylanauthor
Twitter: @dylan_rachel
Thank you, Rachel, for sharing this book
with us. I love legal suspense novels.
Readers, here are links to the book.
Deadly Proof - Christianbook.comDeadly Proof (Atlanta Justice) - Amazon paperback
Deadly Proof (Atlanta Justice Book 1) - Kindle
Deadly Proof - Audiobook
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ReplyDeleteRachel is a new author to me, and I would love to win a copy of her book. Thanks for the giveaway! 😍
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I love reading suspense books but haven't read many legal suspense books. This book sounds great for winter reading.
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