It’s always a pleasure to have Tracie Peterson visit Relz Reviewz. A prolific writer, Tracie has been a mainstay of the Christian historical romance genre for decades and continues to bless her readers with multiple novels each year. Be sure to enter the giveaway below for your chance to win a copy of In Places Hidden, as she kicks off her Golden Gate Secrets series.
The Writer
Why do you tell stories?
Because I’m a storyteller and feel it’s what God has called me to do as a part of ministering His hope and truth to others.
Your favourite place to read
Anywhere, but I especially like my wrap-around porch
Best meal of the day
Brunch. I’m not an early breakfast person usually, so a late breakfast/early lunch suits me just fine.
Most beloved childhood book
If your life was a TV show, what would it be?
Probably a variety show like the old Carol Burnett Show – lots of little skits and an all-star cast supporting and encouraging each other, with lots of laughter.
Whose music inspires you?
Music inspires all the way across the board and from many people. I’m a particular fan of classical piano music, but love so many others it would be impossible to choose.
What ice-cream flavour would you be?
Something with chocolate
The most recent novel you read
The Masterpiece by Francine Rivers
What’s your current book recommendation?
The Mayflower Bride by Kimberly Woodhouse
Name a book character you can’t forget
Scarlett O’Hara in Gone with the Wind
Dream travel destination
Ireland
The Book
On her way to San Francisco to find her brother, Caleb, who went missing three months ago, Camrianne Coulter meets Judith and Kenzie, who both have their own mysteries to solve in the booming West Coast city. The women decide to help each other, including rooming together and working at Kenzie’s cousin’s chocolate factory.
Camri’s search for her brother, an attorney, leads her deep into the political corruption of the city–and into the acquaintance of Patrick Murdock, a handsome Irishman who was saved from a false murder charge by Caleb. Patrick challenges all of Camri’s privileged beliefs, but he knows more about what happened to her brother than anyone else. Together, they move closer to the truth behind Caleb’s disappearance. But as the stakes rise and threats loom, will Patrick be able to protect Camri from the dangers he knows lie in the hidden places of the city?
What was the working title?
IN PLACES HIDDEN
Describe your book in 5 adjectives
An intriguing, historical, fast-paced, spiritually encouraging, love story.
Which character did you enjoy writing most?
My focal character Camrianne.
Which character gave you the most grief?
None really gave me grief. I plan out my characters in detail, but give them the freedom to be who they will and it always comes together.
What emotions do you think your story will generate in readers?
Regret – for how easily we judge one another, Hope – for how God can work in any situation for His good
What emotions did you experience while writing this story?
Our country was going through and continues to go through such racial strife, and while this book wasn’t focused on that it was very evident in my research for San Francisco in 1905. It made me think of how Solomon said there’s nothing new. Racial strife and prejudices have been alive as long as mankind has been on earth. It makes me very sad to see how ugly we can be toward one another.
How do you choose your characters names?
For this book I used the first names of a dear friend’s grandchildren. Other times I go through cemeteries and census records, phone books and pick up names on book tour or speaking events.
Thanks Tracie!
Tracie Peterson is the best-selling, award-winning author of more than 100 novels. Tracie also teaches writing workshops at a variety of conferences on subjects such as inspirational romance and historical research. She and her family live in Montana. Learn more at www.traciepeterson.com.
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April 23, 2018 at 9:11 pm
Nope never been to San Franciso.
April 23, 2018 at 10:22 pm
No, I have never been there.
April 23, 2018 at 11:23 pm
I was in San Francisco when i was younger, so i really don’t remember anything. But this fall my husband and i will be visiting our daughter in CA and one of the places we will be visiting is San Francisco. It makes me sad also that our country cannot learn to get along with each other. I would love to read her book. I love the way she writes.
April 24, 2018 at 1:18 am
Nope, but I hear it’s beautiful. Wouldn’t mind going there via Mrs. Peterson’s book, though.
April 24, 2018 at 2:37 am
Yes in 1986, on our honeymoon my husband and I drove Hwy 1 most the way to San Francisco. We walked along Pier 39 and looked across the water and saw Alcatraz. We drove up the famous road which I can not recall the name of right now and crossed the Golden Gate Bridge. That was the one and only time I was in San Francisco, a very windy city.
April 24, 2018 at 2:47 am
I have never been to San Francisco.
April 24, 2018 at 4:11 am
I’ve never been to San Francisco but due to poor health I can go there through Tracie’s book. Thanks for entering me in your giveaway.
April 24, 2018 at 5:40 am
I’ve been to San Francisco several times. It is one of my favorite cities to visit. There is so much to do there.
April 24, 2018 at 7:32 am
I visited San Francisco many years ago when my sister lived there. It was when the cable cars had been taken out of service for awhile. They came back in service the day we left but we didn’t have a chance to ride them. I would love to go back. One of my favorite movies is “Foul Play” which is set there.
April 24, 2018 at 8:39 am
I’ve been to San Francisco, but it was quite a few years ago. I’d love to go back and explore more of it.
Tracie’s book sounds fascinating. I love the cover–it makes me want to grab and read!
April 24, 2018 at 12:27 pm
No, I’ve never been to San Francisco.
April 24, 2018 at 1:10 pm
Yes! My hubby and I went two years ago in October of 2016 for our anniversary vacation. I think my favorite part was riding a cable car down to the waterfront and spending the day there. Oh, and eating at Bubba Gump’s restaurant 🙂 I’d love to go back again one day and spend some more time in Chinatown!
Thank you for the giveaway chance for Tracie’s newest book Rel!
April 24, 2018 at 11:27 pm
I haven’t been to San Francisco. Hopefully someday…
April 25, 2018 at 5:17 am
It was such fun to do this interview and let everyone know a little about In Places Hidden. I hope you’ll enjoy the series. I had a lot of fun researching it and of course that research included chocolate since Ghirardelli is in San Francisco.
April 25, 2018 at 11:09 am
I have never been to San Francisco.
April 25, 2018 at 1:37 pm
In the summer of my fourth grade year our family visited San Francisco while my father was stationed at Fort Order Military Post in Monterey, California. I remember being in awe of the Golden Gate Bridge.
April 26, 2018 at 3:28 am
Yes, I have and it is a very beautiful city.
April 30, 2018 at 3:28 am
No, I have not been to San Francisco yet.
April 30, 2018 at 7:03 am
I’ve been to Oregon and Washington, but never anywhere in California.