Welcome Lynn to our blog! Lynn is here to talk about her latest release NEVER ALL AGAIN. Let’s start with telling our readers a bit about the novel.
Landry Hutton has spent three years rebuilding her life behind the secure gates of The
Haven, an exclusive resort on the outskirts of Gossamer Falls, North Carolina. As the
artist-in-residence, she is finally ready to build a new life and home for her and her
daughter—with the help of a handsome former Marine. But when danger threatens them,
can Callum Shaw help protect both their hearts and their lives?
Never Fall Again is the first book in your new Gossamer Falls series. How will the
books in this series be connected?
The heroes of the first and third books and the heroine of the second book are cousins.
They are part of a large, close family that has been living in Gossamer Falls for over one
hundred years.
What inspired the idea behind this series?
All of my books have a strong ensemble cast. In previous books, the glue connecting the
characters has been law enforcement–related. But I wanted to do a series where the
characters were connected by blood instead of a workplace. And as a native of Western
North Carolina, I knew I wanted to set the story in my mountains and give my characters a
sprawling family that will both love and annoy them.
What makes this series stand out from your previous works?
My romantic suspense has always leaned heavily toward the romantic side, but with this
series, I was very intentional about that decision. The suspense is still there and the stakes
are high. But it was a delight to put more words on the page that focus on both the romantic relationships as well as the friendships and family relationships.
What type of research was required to write Never Fall Again?
Both of my main characters have unique hobbies/skills. My heroine is a potter, and I spent
time with a potter who generously gave of her time and teaching skills—the two bowls I
made during our lesson are some of my favorite things ever! And I got to watch the wood
turning/burning process that creates the unique wooden vases, bowls, and bookmarks that
my hero creates. It was wonderful! I now have two vases that I adore—one in my office
and one on my piano.
Is Gossamer Falls inspired by a real location?
Gossamer Falls is an amalgamation of multiple towns in Western North Carolina. I
borrowed bits and pieces from places I’ve lived and visited.
Landry Hutton is known as the artist-in-residence at The Haven. What does this
mean for Landry?
The Haven offers their guests everything from guided hikes to private art lessons. As the
artist-in-residence, Landry spends half of her time catering to the needs of the guests by
providing private and group instruction in painting and pottery. The rest of her time is
spent creating pottery that is sold online and in The Haven’s gift shop, Favors.
Can you share more about Cal’s background as a former Marine turned construction
worker?
Cal has a four-year degree in construction management. He joined the Marine Corps as an
officer after graduation. He had always planned to return to Gossamer Falls and join his
family’s construction firm, but he wanted to serve his country first.
What do you hope readers will gain from reading this novel?
I always want my readers to come away from my stories with a renewed sense of hope and
a deeper faith.
What do readers have to look forward to in the rest of the series?
Books 2 and 3 will cover everything from meth addiction to corporate espionage. The
romances are going to be intense and will hit some of my favorite tropes: friends to lovers,
grumpy/sunshine, and second-chance romance. There will also be a novella with a plucky
chef, a deputy with dark secrets, and a devious villain.
What do you love most about writing romantic suspense?
I truly wanted to be a spy when I was little. I was also (and still am) a hopeless romantic.
Romantic suspense is truly the best of both worlds!
How can readers connect with you?
The best way to stay up-to-date is to visit my website and subscribe to my newsletter. I’m
also active on social media @LynnHBlackburn and love to interact with readers on
Facebook and Instagram.
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Readers, here’s a quick look at NEVER FALL AGAIN…..
Landry Hutton has spent three years rebuilding her life behind the 
secure gates of The Haven, an exclusive resort on the outskirts of Gossamer Falls, North Carolina. As the artist-in-residence, and with her pottery prized by The Haven’s guests, Landry is finally ready to settle in permanently. She wants to give her daughter, Eliza, a safe home to grow up in and hires former Marine Callum Shaw to handle the construction.
Cal grew up in Gossamer Falls and always knew he would someday join his family’s business. He longs for a family of his own but has almost given up on that ever happening. Landry is funny, gifted, and everything Cal could ever want in a partner, but he vows to keep his distance. Landry has a daughter and a past. Cal has been down that road before and barely survived when the woman he loved left, taking her two sons with her. He can’t bear to lose like that again.
Before construction on the house can begin, Landry’s pottery is destroyed in a suspicious fire. It soon becomes clear that Landry and Eliza are in grave danger–but because of whom? But, after losing one relationship, he is hesitant to try again.
