Wrong place, wrong time. Claire’s life is turned upside down when a video goes viral depicting her as a vicious psychopath. Things go from bad to worse. Accused of murder, Claire and Detective Drakos work to unravel the mystery surrounding three unrelated homicides. Set on the beautiful Emerald Coast, this fast-paced thriller will keep you enthralled until the very last page.
Deborah Rine
My life has been rich in delightful experiences and warm friendships. I lived in Europe for 12 years; as a girl and later as a young mother. Paris, Göteborg, Milan, Verona and Brussels; each place with its own special magic and delectable flavors. Come follow me through picture and prose.
Thursday, October 26, 2023
BLUE ON 30A
Wrong place, wrong time. Claire’s life is turned upside down when a video goes viral depicting her as a vicious psychopath. Things go from bad to worse. Accused of murder, Claire and Detective Drakos work to unravel the mystery surrounding three unrelated homicides. Set on the beautiful Emerald Coast, this fast-paced thriller will keep you enthralled until the very last page.
Friday, April 22, 2022
RIPTIDE ON 30A
Here it is! Book 5 in the Emerald Coast Mystery Series!
Claire had never been happier. The honeymoon in Thailand was perfect. But the flight home to the Florida Panhandle was long and exhausting. As they made their final descent into the Destin Airport, Claire shook Hobbs and called his name, but he was unresponsive. As Claire screamed for help, a doctor came across the aisle and after a short examination declared Hobbs dead. As the story unfolds, Claire descends into a riptide of conflicting emotions and dark secrets. She realizes she never knew Hobbs at all. Their life together was based on a series of lies. Who was Hobbs? And why are the FBI and CIA investigating his death? This fast-paced novel takes place along the exquisite Emerald Coast with its beautiful beaches and charming towns.
Available on Amazon as a paperback or ebook!
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Timeline for Posts
Hello, Bonjour, Buongiorno, Buenos Dias,
Here is a timeline of the posts about my life in Europe. I’ve included the date of the post and the country I lived in. To read the story chronologically, they should be read backwards starting with the earliest date. For example, our arrival in Verona, Italy is described in the March 9, 2016 post and continues through our departure described in the June 5, 2016 post. These posts were the basis of my novel, VERONA WITH LOVE.
As an Adult and Young Mother:
City/Country Arrival Departure
Verona, Italy Mar 9, 2016 Jun. 5, 2016
Milan, Italy Jun. 10, 2016 Jul. 22, 2016
Summer in France Jul. 29, 2016
Waterloo, Belgium Aug. 5, 2016 Sept. 9, 2016
St. Nom-la-Bretèche Sept. 16, 2016 Oct. 21, 2016
France
As a Teenager
Montmorency, France Oct. 28, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016
Göteborg, Sweden Jan. 6, 2017 Feb. 17, 2017
Goodbye Sweden
In June I returned home to Washington by ocean liner. It was not as much fun without Gudrun. Guess what? The staff and crew on board thought I was Swedish...my Swedish had become that good! The seas were calm and I didn't experience the nausea and discomfort we'd had the previous year.
The meals were abundant and delicious. I found plenty of partners to dance the night away.
I hope you have enjoyed this blog as much as I have enjoyed writing it. It was magical to return to all the people and places that added depth and sparkle to my life. I encourage all of you to take the plunge, hop on a plane and open your life to new adventures.
Friday, February 17, 2017
Skiing in Kitzbühel and Youthful Carousing
Cable cars above Kitzbühel |
Our pension looked a bit like this. |
Here is a picture of Gudrun taken that fall by an apple tree. I should have included it earlier. |
A view of Kitzbühel |
Crispy Wiener Schnitzel |
Apfelstrudel |
Sacher Torte from the famous Sacher Hotel. |
Friday, February 10, 2017
Sexual Mores, Sandwiches and Speeches
St. Andrews Anglican Church |
A Comanche squaw out on the plains. |
The Chippewa claim to have the most beautiful women. |
Here is my 18-year-old self. This was my Swedish school photo. |
Friday, February 3, 2017
Swedish Christmas and a Memorable Train Trip
In Sweden the Christmas Season begins with the festival of Saint Lucia. She is credited with bringing food to the persecuted Christians who were hiding out in the Roman catacombs in the year 304. She wore a crown of candles to find her way so her hands were free to carry bags of food. In Sweden on December 13th, young girls don a white robe and a crown of candles and bring Pepparkakor (gingersnaps) to shut-ins.
Lussekatter - St. Lucia buns |
Glögg - warm spiced wine often served with raisins and almonds. |
Daytime couchette compartment |
Night time. |