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Tracey S. Phillips

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Born
in Indianapolis, The United States
June 04

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Gillian Flynn, Ruth Ware, Lisa Unger and Robert Dugoni.

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January 2014

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Tracey S. Phillips' manuscript, Fractured Girl, won a Hugh Holton award in 2018. The unagented debut, BEST KEPT SECRETS was released in 2019, published by Crooked Lane Books. 

"The fact that we get to see a psychopathic mindset in a more intimate way, as well as identify with a protagonist who is authentic more than she is polished, adds an appealing humanity to this chilling thriller." -Five star Amazon review.

Tracey also writes romantic thriller under the pen-name, Karissa Knight. She lives in Wisconsin with her husband and two small dogs. 

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Tracey S. Phillips This is a great question. Since psychology intrigues me, I'm drawn to fictionalize events to learn more about emotions and psychological profiles. Mos…moreThis is a great question. Since psychology intrigues me, I'm drawn to fictionalize events to learn more about emotions and psychological profiles. Most of my research uncovers stranger stories than I've seen in my life. Though I sometimes wish my life was filled with mystery, I don't have any regrets. I believe in Karma, and mine is balanced. For now.(less)
Tracey S. Phillips I don't believe in Writers Block. The answer is there. Sometimes you just have to ask your characters, "What next?"…moreI don't believe in Writers Block. The answer is there. Sometimes you just have to ask your characters, "What next?"(less)
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Tracey Phillips Tracey Phillips said: " Psychological trauma from a recent home invasion runs deep for Neve McGuire. She returns to her family’s lake house with her teenage daughter, and everything and nothing seems normal. When an old friend living next door turns up dead, Neve wonders if ...more "

 
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An Excellent story with deep, emotional and well rounded characters. I was transported to the fifties in NY. A different time, not simpler, not for this kid. A book about morals, about choices, and values. It will make you ask the question, What woul ...more
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A beautiful tale of homecoming, suspense and redemption. Collin Croy is a character I could get behind. With his heart on his sleeve, and his dreams crushed, Croy returns home to find his father murdered. I wept with him, I rooted for him and fought ...more
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I could feel the hot sun on my back and the cold chill of the South African evening with the rumble of elephants crooning and munching on leaves in the background. I feared for these characters while joining them at photo shoots and safari expedition ...more
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The Pride & Prejudice characters come to life again in this thrilling tale of romance and mystery. I highly recommend this book for fans of Jane Austin and Regency Romance. Sharon Michalove is a master of mixing genres. Her dialogue and settings are ...more
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Hawai'i Rage by Tori Eldridge
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A fantastic story. Tori Eldridge was the perfect person to read this audiobook! Diversity. Family drama. Murder. My kind of story! I highly recommend this for anyone interested in Hawai'i's native history, mystery lovers, and thriller lovers. A Must ...more
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Addicting! Claudia Rose is back in the courtroom and on the case. Two cases! This deep dive into Claudia's personal life crashing alongside her court case kept me riveted to the page. Intense drama in and out of the courtroom kept me guessing as Clau ...more
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“The idle life I lead

Is like a pleasant sleep,

Wherein I rest and heed

The dreams that by me sweep.”
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Brené Brown
“The dark does not destroy the light; it defines it. It's our fear of the dark that casts our joy into the shadows.”
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“Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.”
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Brené Brown
“We cultivate love when we allow our most vulnerable and powerful selves to be deeply seen and known, and when we honor the spiritual connection that grows from that offering with trust, respect, kindness and affection.

Love is not something we give or get; it is something that we nurture and grow, a connection that can only be cultivated between two people when it exists within each one of them – we can only love others as much as we love ourselves.

Shame, blame, disrespect, betrayal, and the withholding of affection damage the roots from which love grows. Love can only survive these injuries if they are acknowledged, healed and rare.”
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