Circle of the Red Lily Book 1
by Anna J. Stewart
Genre: Romantic Suspense
Some secrets should stay buried...
Working as a Hollywood photographer means Riley Temple has seen it all, but that theory is put to the test when she finds herself staring at the chilling image of a dead woman. When her questions about the film's origin results in an assault, a murder, and an attack on Riley herself, she finds herself reluctantly turning to the only person who assures her he can help: Detective Quinn Burton. Her history with the LAPD is complicated, but to find those responsible for harming her friends and to protect those closest to her, she's willing to do anything. Even trust a cop.
After more than a decade on the job, Quinn Burton knows a dangerous situation when he sees it and Riley Temple is neck deep in trouble. But not for the reason she thinks. Those pictures she stumbled onto could very well overturn a notorious murder conviction--a conviction partially secured by Quinn's own police commissioner father. Quinn has always prided himself on being loyal, but seeing this case through means he'll have to betray someone: his job, his family, or the woman he's falling in love with.
As Quinn and Riley's relationship deepens, their investigation reveals the false conviction is only a small part of a much bigger conspiracy. They soon find themselves targeted by The Circle of the Red Lily, a secret society that for decades has maintained influence and violent control over Hollywood's powerful elite. A group that, until now, has remained hidden in the shadows.
A group that will stop at nothing to keep their secrets buried.
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Can you, for those who don't know you already, tell something about yourself and how you became an author?
Of course! I’m a life-long reader who fell in love with romance novels early on in high school (ahhh… the 80’s, LOL). Shortly after, I took a shot at writing them and it soon became my dream of a career. It took me a while, but I currently write full-time for Harlequin (Heartwarming and Romantic Suspense) as well as Caezik Romance, a division of Arc Manor (a smaller publishing house). I love all kinds of romance and write widely across the genre. My first love is paranormal, but I’m primarily published in contemporary romance, sweet contemporary romance and romantic suspense. EXPOSED, the first of my Circle of the Red Lily series is my fifty-third published work. All of my books, ALL OF THEM, are romances.
What is something unique/quirky about you?
I’m a doll collector. Primarily Barbies (I have a ton of them still in their boxes), but I also have some collectibles that have a special place in my heart.
Tell us something really interesting that's happened to you!
One of my Harlequin Heartwarming novels, RECIPE FOR REDEMPTION was optioned for a TV movie back in 2019—and I didn’t find out about it until they’d already started filming! This was a huge dream come true for me (I’m a big TV junkie) so seeing CHRISTMAS RECIPE FOR ROMANCE on the small screen was a very special experience. The fact I got to travel and visit the set, and get a cameo in the film? Cherry on top.
Where were you born/grew up at?
I grew up in San Francisco—went to grammar and high school there. It was a great place to grow up. The Sunset, where I lived, had a real small-town feel to it. And it’s also where I fed my romance novel addiction thanks to a local used bookstore that was only a few blocks from my house.
If you knew you'd die tomorrow, how would you spend your last day?
With my family and friends making sure they know how much I love them.
Who is your hero and why?
I have a number of them, actually, but I think Carrie Fisher tops the list. Not only because of her playing Princess Leia (Star Wars was pivotal for me discovering storytelling), but because of her amazing talent as a writer and her incredible sense of humor. She was a straight-shooter without a filter and always spoke the truth—to everyone. And she did it with compassion, empathy and more than a little acid.
What are you passionate about these days?
I’ve been obsessed with two TV shows for years, and it has yet to dull, LOL. SUPERNATURAL is still my favorite show of all time but moving up fast is The Great British Bake-Off. It’s just so… pleasant.
What do you do to unwind and relax?
See above answer, LOL. TV is usually my happy place, or reading the most recent JD Robb or Nora Roberts book. Discovering new authors is always a great way to spend the day. I’m hoping to start gardening next year. We’ll see how that goes.
When did you first consider yourself a writer?
When I started obsessing over writing short stories—what they now call fan fiction. That happened my freshman year in high school. I didn’t call myself an author until my first published work was available.
Do you have a favorite movie?
I have SO many. But, my all time favorite? The Adventures of Robin Hood with Errol Flynn. I could watch it on a constant loop.
Which of your novels can you imagine made into a movie?
It’s funny. I write from a very visual place—I tend to envision the story like a film strip, so I think a lot of my works would lend themselves well to becoming a movie. EXPOSED most definitely, though. With the imagery and the settings and it’s focus on Hollywood both today and the Golden Age of films, it’s at the top of my list.
As a writer, what would you choose as your mascot/avatar/spirit animal?
Probably a sloth with hummingbird tendencies. I seem to move in slow motion for quite a while then speed up as the book progresses. Is there an animal that does that? My down time, even tho I’m usually thinking about the book I’m currently working definitely qualifies me as a sloth, LOL.
A geek at heart, USA Today and national bestselling author Anna J Stewart writes "refreshingly unique, quietly humorous, and profoundly moving romance." (RT Book Reviews) Her books include The Butterfly Harbor series for Harlequin Heartwarming, along with the Blackwell continuity series. She also writes the Honor Bound series for Harlequin Romantic Suspense and has written in the ongoing Colton family saga. As her first love is paranormal romance, she's published a number of novellas, including the Tome Wardens trilogy collection. EXPOSED, her first book of The Circle of the Red Lily romantic suspense series with CAEZIK Romance will be released in November of 2022. Readers can get a taste for what's to come with her Nemesis Files Trilogy (light romantic suspense), available on audio through Scribd.
NYTimes bestselling author Brenda Novak says "The talented Anna J Stewart delivers every time!"
Anna lives in Northern California where she deals with a serious Supernatural & Jason Momoa addiction, surrounds herself with friends and family and tolerates two devious cats named Sherlock and Rosie.
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Thank you for sharing your guest post, bio and book details, I have enjoyed reading about you and your work and I am looking forward to reading Exposed, it sounds like a thrilling story.
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