The Write Way Café welcomes Saralyn RichardIn February, 2018, my debut mystery novel, Murder in the One Percent, was published by a small press, Black Opal Books. Since then, the book has taken me on a great adventure. It’s been selected as a finalist in the Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Awards for police procedurals, the June read in the Goodreads Crime, Mystery, & Suspense group, one of the best mystery/thrillers of 2018 by Hungry for Good Books, and a finalist for best suspense/thriller in the Chanticleer CLUE awards contest. During this time, I have been promoting the book by traveling to more than 100 appearances in 15 cities, at over 30 book clubs, and I’ve recently given two author talks on the Pacific Princess Cruise Ship. It’s been featured in numerous magazines, including International Thriller Writers’ Big Thrill, Kirkus, and USA Today’s Happy Ever After. Most importantly, the book has given me an opportunity to meet readers, who enjoy the intellectual and emotional puzzle of a whodunit as much as I do.
If you’ve read Murder in the One Percent (or even if you haven’t yet), you know it starts with a birthday celebration at a country mansion in lush Brandywine Valley, PA. The guests, members of the elite wealthiest one percent, enjoy gourmet foods, fine wines, mouth-watering truffles, and more.
Here is a glimpse of the menu from the elegant party:
Menu
Hors d’oeuvres
Champagne Krug, 2000
First Course
Bouillabaisse with Loupe
Chablis Grand Cru Les Clos, 1990
Second Course
Pate’ d’Foie Gras, Toast Points
Sauterne Chateau d’Yquem, 1990
Third Course
Fresh Halibut Cheeks
Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru, 2006
Fourth Course
Bibb Lettuce with Hearts of Palm, Vinaigrette
Fifth Course
Wood Roasted Squab, Boysenberry Sauce
Richebourg Leroy, 1991
Sixth Course
Rack of Lamb Persillade
Chateau Lafitte Rothschild, 1982
Seventh Course
Selection of Fine Cheeses
Graham’s Vintage Port, 1977
Eighth Course
Triple Chocolate Torte with Chocolate Ganache
Truffles a la Vicki
Hennessy Paradio Cognac and Other Cordials
This month, in honor of the impending release of the sequel, A Palette for Love and Murder (January 2020), I’m offering a free book of recipes from the menu at John E. Campbell’s birthday party. You can eat like America’s one percent, and remember the party to die for! If you’re interested in this free recipe book (pdf), email saralyn@saralynrichard.com with your email address.
While you’re at it, check out author info, media links, tour schedule, and more at www.saralynrichard.com. I’m available to meet with book clubs and organizations, either in person or by FaceTime.
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Someone comes to the party with murder in his heart and poison in his pocket.
Playboy and former Secretary of the Treasury, Preston Phillips, brings his new trophy wife to the party, unaware that his first love, the woman he jilted at the altar years ago, will be there, enchanting him once more with her timeless beauty. A snowstorm, an accident, and an illicit rendezvous later, the dynamics crackle with tension.
When Detective Oliver Parrott is charged with solving the untimely killing of one of America’s leading financial wizards, he realizes this will be the case to make—or break—his career.
Murder in the One Percent offers relatable characters, memorable moments, surprising twists, and humorous insights. Dive into the world of the one percent, and you’ll come up intrigued and thoroughly entertained.
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Mystery and children’s book author, Saralyn Richard, is a writer who teaches on the side. Some of her poems and essays have won awards and contests from the time she was in high school. Her children’s picture book, Naughty Nana, has reached thousands of children worldwide.
Murder in the One Percent, ©2018 Black Opal Books, pulls back the curtain on the privileged and powerful rich. Set on a gentleman’s farm in Pennsylvania and in the tony areas of New York, the book shows what happens when someone comes to a party with murder in his heart and poison in his pocket.
A member of International Thriller Writers and Mystery Writers of America, Saralyn has written the sequel to Murder in the One Percent. Entitled, A Palette for Love and Murder, it is due to be released early in 2020. Her website is www.saralynrichard.com.
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14 comments:
It's indeed a special Tuesday to be able to visit with The Write Way Cafe and share the party menu--is it something the cafe would like to serve? Thank you, HiDee and Lynn, for hosting me, and thank you for supporting and encouraging authors like me. I read every one of your guest posts and enjoy meeting authors and books this way. You light up the literary world!
I loved Murder in the One Percent! However did you research such details--or are you a closet one percent? I could not put this book down, finishing bleary-eyed at 5 a.m. Never saw the it coming!!! Congratulations, Saralyn. Your work is worthy of many more accolades.
Nancy Hughes
Saralyn,
When I reviewed your book on my blog, I think I stated it's also a thriller as well as a great mystery story. Also suspense. And you manage all those POVs in a masterful fashion.
As you know, I've been waiting for your sequel for a while. I hope we see a lot more of your great detective who channels Hercule Poirot. You deserve all the accolades you're getting.
I wish you many more successes!
r/Steve
What an intriquing glimpse into the upper crust! "Murder in the One Percent" is on my list of want to reads!
Nice cover. And story.
Saralyn,
Murder in the One Percent is worthy of all the accolades. The intrigue will delight any mystery lover.
I'm unable to leave individual comments, but I want to thank you, Nancy, Steve, Tara, Stan, and Daniella. Your comments mean so much. As authors, you know nothing is better than connecting with readers, and when the readers are also authors, it's like winning a Pulitzer! I'm truly touched.
I look forward to January, 2020 and the release of your sequel. We benefit from your hard work, Saralyn, as you raise the bar on mystery writing.
Wow, June! Thanks for the over-the-top compliment. I am fortunate to have you as a colleague and role model, as well.
Thanks for sharing the menu with us. What decadence! I could really get used to that diet. I read Murder in the One Percent and loved it!
Saralyn,
Congrats on the success of this mystery novel! It is well-deserved.
Thanks, Kathleen. It's a menu to die for! Or, on second thought, maybe that's a bad choice of words for a murder mystery, where the next morning, someone turns up dead.
Thank you for commenting, Kathleen. I agree it's quite a feast. Just for fun, I priced the wines on the menu, and they cost upwards of $28.000. All in all, a remarkable and memorable party. A shame someone had to ruin it.
Jacqueline Seewald, I appreciate your good wishes. Coming from a skilled and respected author like you, they mean a lot!
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