Nancy A. Hughes
Not expected to live, the widower awakens in a VA hospice ward, only to face three final battles. An inoperable aneurysm lurks in his chest; a mute and despondent five-year-old visitor harbors a terrible secret and needs compassionate help; and a nocturnal intruder is murdering Charlie’s roommates, one by one.
When Charlie reports that they did not die of natural causes, no one believes him and label him as confused. But when the five-year-old boy finally tells Charlie his secret, the former soldier quickly realizes that the death of the boy’s grandmother and the death of his terminally ill roommates could be related.
Is there really a serial killer roaming the halls of the VA hospice, preying on defenseless old veterans? And if so, how can Charlie stop the killer? Using himself as bait, Charlie faces certain death. But if there’s one lesson he internalized being a soldier, it’s that “freedom isn’t free.”
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About Nancy: Journalist turned murderer? How did that happen? Nancy Hughes followed her dream from PR, community, and media relations to writing mystery novels. Her debut book, The Dying Hour, was released in 2016. The Trust series followed: A Matter of Trust and Redeeming Trust, both in 2017, and Vanished: A Trust Mystery in 2018. Her publisher is Black Opal Books.
Living in rural Pennsylvania with her husband, she is inspired by her beloved garden; her “big green cathedral.” Working with perennials and flowers clears her mind, letting inspiration enter about good gals and bad guys and which poison mushroom or weapon to choose.
Nothing encourages her more, however, than visiting old friends and making new ones at the Mystery Writers of America’s New York chapter meetings in Manhattan. MWY, Sisters In Crime, and International Thriller Writers energize her with industry news and professional direction. She hopes her novels entertain, inspire, and provide escape for readers who love a mystery.
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7 comments:
Sounds intriguing! Thanks for joining us today Nancy!
Good morning! And thank you for sharing my mystery novel, The Dying Hour as a Tuesday Special. While fiction, the setting faithfully portrays our excellent VA hospitals and staff who serve those who protected and defended our freedom.
As a 15-year-volunteer, I’ve had ‘sneakers on the ground,’ listened to stories of war and love from WWII to the present. My protagonist, Charlie, is a fictitious version of a real vet who “lent” me his affliction.
Looking for a meaningful volunteer opportunity? Locally, 450 volunteers supplement staff and brighten patients’ days, either individually or through veterans’ organizations, like the VFW. Contact your VA’s Volunteer Dept. It’s a great way to say “Thank you for your service.” -- Nancy
Good morning! Thank you for writing about this subject, Nancy. VA hospitals and VFW are truly deserving of our attention. The book sounds like a wonderful thriller. Charlie is a stand up guy, a real hero. I can't wait to read about him.
Sounds like an interesting mystery. I love your support of veterans! Best,
Minette Lauren
What an interesting story! I love the idea of setting it in a VA hospital. Thanks for sharing on our blog!
I read the book and recommend to anyone who enjoys a dark and sinister mystery, where danger lurks behind every door. The stark, plain writing enhances the sterile hospital setting of the story. Nancy skillfully creates a sense of foreboding in what is supposed to be a safe place of comfort and healing.
HiDee, This was such fun! I look forward to all your Tuesday Specials and Interviews. Thank you for all you do on behalf of writers!
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