Counterfeit Hope is about four weeks from its release date, and one thing I always like to do leading up to my release day is to take time to put the spotlight on the authors who endorsed my book. Not only did they sacrifice their time to read it, but they also wrote words that touched my heart and encouraged me. These are authors that I respect and look up to. Authors who know their craft, have been writing far longer than I have, and know what makes a good story. To be endorsed by them is an honor that I cannot express adequately.
For the next seven weeks, I am going to continue to spotlight an endorser, share what they have to say about Counterfeit Hope, share more about them, the books they’ve written, and how you can connect with them, as well as give you a chance to win one of their books. At the end of each post, I hope you will leave the author an uplifting note so they may be encouraged just as they have encouraged me.
I am pleased to introduce to you . . .
Grace Hitchcock
Author of The Pursuit of Miss Parish
Grace Hitchcock is the author of multiple historical novels and novellas. She holds a Masters in Creative Writing and a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in History. Grace lives in Baton Rouge with her husband, Dakota, son and daughter. Connect with her online at GraceHitchcock.com.
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What Grace had to say about Counterfeit Hope:
“With a unique premise and astonishing twists, Crystal Caudill’s Counterfeit Hope is an impressive sequel expertly penned that will leave readers eager for the next book from this fresh voice!”
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Grace’s Books
Grace has written a wide range of stories, from historical romantic suspense to romantic comedy to romance and soon-to-be Regency. I can’t list all her books, but her newest and my favorite ones are here.
The Finding of Miss Fairfield (New Release)
When an engagement of convenience becomes anything but convenient . . .
Forced into a betrothal with a widower twice her age, Charleston socialite, Sophia Fairfield is desperate for an escape. But, while her fiancé is away on business, he assigns his handsome stepson, Carver, the task of looking after his bride-to-be. Much to her dismay, Sophia finds herself falling in love with the wrong gentleman—a man society would never allow her to marry, given Sophia was supposed to be his new stepmother. The only way to save Carver from scandal and financial ruin is to run away, leaving him and all else behind to become a Harvey Girl waitress at the Castañeda Hotel in New Mexico.
Carver Ashton has had his life planned out for him since birth, but when he encounters Sophia Fairfield, he glimpses a new life—apart from his overbearing stepfather’s business. But, when the woman he loves disappears before he can express his devotion, Carver abandons all to find her. However, his stepfather has other intentions for Sophia and will stop at nothing until she is his bride . . . even if it is against her will.
Purchase Links for The Finding of Miss Fairfield: Autographed Copy | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Kobo
My Dear Miss Dupré
Willow Dupré never thought she would have to marry, but with her father’s unexpected retirement from running the prosperous Dupré sugar refinery, she is forced into a different future. The shareholders are unwilling to allow a female to take over the company without a man at her side, so her parents devise a plan–find Willow a spokesman king in order for her to become queen of the business empire.
Willow is presented with thirty potential suitors from the families of New York society’s elite group called the Four Hundred. She has six months to court the group and is told to to eliminate men each month to narrow her beaus until she chooses one to marry, ending the competition with a wedding. Willow reluctantly agrees, knowing she must do what is best for the business. She doesn’t expect to find anything other than a proxy . . . until she meets a gentleman who captures her attention, and she must discover for herself if his motives are pure.
The White City
Mysterious Disappearances Taint the Chicago World’s Fair
Step into Book One of True Colors, a new series of Historical Stories of Romance and American Crime
While attending the Chicago World’s Fair in 1893, Winnifred Wylde believes she witnessed a woman being kidnapped. She tries to convince her father, an inspector with the Chicago police, to look into reports of mysterious disappearances around the White City. Inspector Wylde tries to dismiss her claims as exaggeration of an overactive imagination, but he eventually concedes to letting her go undercover as secretary to the man in question—if she takes her pistol for protection and Jude Thorpe, a policeman, for bodyguard.
Will she be able to expose H. H. Holmes’s illicit activity, or will Winnifred become his next victim?
The Gray Chamber
Will Edyth prove her sanity before it is too late?
On Blackwell’s Island, New York, a hospital was built to keep its patients from ever leaving.
With her late parents’ fortune under her uncle’s care until her twenty-fifth birthday in the year 1887, Edyth Foster does not feel pressured to marry or to bow to society’s demands. She freely indulges in eccentric hobbies like fencing and riding her velocipede in her cycling costume about the city for all to see. Finding a loophole in the will, though, her uncle whisks Edyth off to the women’s lunatic asylum just weeks before her birthday. And Edyth fears she will never be found.
At the asylum she meets another inmate, who upon discovering Edyth’s plight, confesses that she is Nellie Bly, an undercover journalist for The World. Will either woman find a way to leave the terrifying island and reclaim her true self?
Giveaway
I am giving away one e-book copy of Grace’s The Finding of Miss Fairfield to someone who leaves an encouraging message for Grace below between January 20th and January 27th. The giveaway ends at 11:59 pm EST and is open to US and international residents legally able to enter (follow your country’s rules). If you want to earn extra entries, use the Rafflecopter widget below. The only requirement to be entered is that you leave Grace an encouraging note on this post. Thank you for participating.
Please leave Grace an encouraging message below.
I always love a good romance and I’ve recently enjoyed reading books set in the past. Your stories sound like they have both these aspects. Writing is probably a lot harder than I think it is. Best of luck on your next book.
Thank you so much, Vickie!!
Hi Grace! I really like your books and appreciate your putting such fun stories out into the world.
Thank you, Megan! So happy you enjoy my books!
Grace, every time I read a synopsis of one of your books, I am eager to read it. I now have several waiting for me on my Kindle. Thank you for sharing your gift with the world!
Looking forward to reading your new book!
Thank you, Aimee! Hope you enjoy 🙂
Thank you so much, Casey!! Happy reading!
I have several of your books on my list, Grace. I look forward to reading them!
Yay! Thank you, Deena! Hope you enjoy 🙂
Grace has such a wonderful way of pulling me into an old setting and sharing such lovely stories.
Thank you so much Grace for encouraging our friend Crystal! May you both be heaped with joy and blessings in your writing careers, family life, and in every other way. Your books look so good and I have several on my TBR that I’ll be needing to bump a little closer to the top!
Thank you so much for your kind words, Teri! I hope you enjoy 🙂
I loovvvve Crystal’s novels!!!
You both are so sweet. Thank you for encouraging Grace, Teri!
Thank you so much, Abigail!! So happy you enjoy my stories 🙂
Grace, I have absolutely loved each of your books that I have read so far! ❤️
Thank you so much, Cheri!! So happy you love my books!!
All of these look so good! Adding to my TBR list now!
Yay! Thank you, Dana!
Grace has a wonderful way of bringing history to life while also giving her readers a delightful romance to enjoy.
Grace, your stories are so uplifting to read! Your plots keep me intrigued. Keep up the good work! You are a blessing to many~~
I love the way Grace brings her characters to life, her stories are so vivid.
Only have just started reading her books. I am currently reading My Dear Miss Dupre and liking it.
Your historicals are captivating and unforgettable. The novels are meaningful and give me great enjoyment. Thanks for your beautiful writing.
Thank you for this blog post and the giveaway opportunity.
I see more books I need to read! Your stories sound wonderful, Grace, and I’m especially excited about your upcoming Regency book.
I can’t wait to read this wonderful book!!
We love your stories Grace. Keep up the writing!
These look like good stories, keep up the good work!
I have enjoyed every one of Grace’s books that I have read. I hope she continues to write more for a long time to come.
I wish you a fantastic new year! Looking forward to reading one of your books.
Thank you so much, LeAnn! Have a wonderful new year!!
I am looking forward to reading your books. I love all the covers I have seen.
Thank you so much, Andrette 🙂 Hope you enjoy!
I love reading Christian romance books and I like how the authors encourage each other. I love your books. Keep up the good works and may God bless you as you continue your writing of books.
Thank you so much for your kind words, Linda! So happy you love my books 🙂
I haven’t read Grace’s stories yet. I’m intrigued!
Thank you, Natalya! 🙂
Thank you, Natalya! 🙂
All of your books sound amazing!
You are an amazing author and I always look forward to your new books!
Your a very new author to me , as I went over each of these books I found them all to be very interesting and them covers they are amazing. They draw you in to the books just by looking at the covers . I’m looking forward in getting into one of these books. Blessings to you as you continue to journey on this adventure of writing.
I thoroughly enjoy reading your books! Your characters are fantastic! I always learn something new too! Keep up the good work!
I look forward to the White City;) I love undercover sleuthing stories
Your books always speak to my heart!