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A Dark and Stormy Night: Stories of Virtue Falls
From this “master of the genre,” Christina Dodd, comes three suspenseful short stories of this “remarkable, mesmerizing series”(Library Journal starred review) set in the quaint—and deadly—coastal town of Virtue Falls…
THE LISTENER: Misfit and computer security expert Cornelia Markum hacks into a text conversation between unidentified Virtue Falls residents … and realizes she’s stumbled into a murder plot.
THE RELATIVES: When relatives invite themselves to visit a wealthy couple’s Virtue Falls home, events take an unexpectedly dark—and fatal—turn.
LOVE NEVER DIES: A murder committed. A love lost. A ghost haunted by his past. Only one woman can right all the wrongs… If she can survive the night…
A DARK AND STORMY NIGHT includes previously unpublished extras from the full-length suspense VIRTUE FALLS, the alternate conclusion of acclaimed action-filled adventure OBSESSION FALLS and an excerpt of the newest Virtue Falls thriller, BECAUSE I’M WATCHING.
These previously published Virtue Falls short stories are also available for purchase as singles.
THE LISTENER: Misfit and computer security expert Cornelia Markum hacks into a text conversation between unidentified Virtue Falls residents … and realizes she’s stumbled into a murder plot.
THE RELATIVES: When relatives invite themselves to visit a wealthy couple’s Virtue Falls home, events take an unexpectedly dark—and fatal—turn.
LOVE NEVER DIES: A murder committed. A love lost. A ghost haunted by his past. Only one woman can right all the wrongs… If she can survive the night…
A DARK AND STORMY NIGHT includes previously unpublished extras from the full-length suspense VIRTUE FALLS, the alternate conclusion of acclaimed action-filled adventure OBSESSION FALLS and an excerpt of the newest Virtue Falls thriller, BECAUSE I’M WATCHING.
These previously published Virtue Falls short stories are also available for purchase as singles.
97 pages, ebook
First published October 18, 2016
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Christina Dodd
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— 6/30/26 TEACH THE TORCHES TO BURN: Daughter of Montague Historical Fiction #3 https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
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—MUCH ADO ABOUT MISTLETOE: Daughter of Montague Christmas novella https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
— THUS WITH A KISS I DIE Daughter of Montague Historical Fiction #2
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— A DAUGHTER OF FAIR VERONA Historical Fiction Trade Paperback Once upon a time a young couple met and fell in love. You probably know that story, and how it ended (hint: badly). Only here’s the thing: That’s not how it ended at all…
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— WELCOME TO GOTHIC: A Gothic novella in ebook (at last!) https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
— WHAT DREAMS MAY COME Daughter of Montague novella 1.5 "I’m the daughter of Romeo and Juliet. Yes, that Romeo and Juliet. No, they didn’t die in the tomb…" https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
— GIRL ANONYMOUS “Crackling sexual chemistry and a few love scenes guaranteed to scorch readers’ fingers as they turn the pages." — ⭐️ Booklist
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Readers become writers, and Christina has always been a reader. Ultimately she discovered she liked to read romance best because the relationship between a man and a woman is always humorous. A woman wants world peace, a clean house, and a deep and meaningful relationship based on mutual understanding and love. A man wants a Craftsman router, undisputed control of the TV remote, and a red Corvette which will make his bald spot disappear.
When Christina’s first daughter was born, she told her husband she was going to write a book. It was a good time to start a new career, because how much trouble could one little infant be?
Ha! It took ten years, two children and three completed manuscripts before she was published. Now her suspense, paranormal, historical, and mystery novels have been translated into 30 languages and sold more than 15 million copies in print. Praised for her “brilliantly etched characters, polished writing, and unexpected flashes of sharp humor that are pure Dodd” (Booklist), her award-winning books have landed on numerous Best of the Year lists and, much to her mother's delight, Dodd was once a clue in the Los Angeles Times crossword puzzle. She lives with her family in the Pacific Northwest, where her 700 lavender plants share the yard with her husband’s various “Big Projects,” including a treehouse, zipline, and their very own Stonehenge.
Enter Christina’s worlds and join her mailing list for humor, book news and entertainment (yes, she’s the proud author with the infamous three-armed cover) at christinadodd.com. For more information on A DAUGHTER OF FAIR VERONA, visit daughterofmontague.com. Her legions of fans know that when they pick up a Christina Dodd book, they'll find the story, "Wildly entertaining, wickedly witty!"
Christina is married to a man with all his hair and no Corvette, but many Craftsman tools.
(Source: http://www.christinadodd.com )
— 6/30/26 TEACH THE TORCHES TO BURN: Daughter of Montague Historical Fiction #3 https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
New and Now!
—MUCH ADO ABOUT MISTLETOE: Daughter of Montague Christmas novella https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
— THUS WITH A KISS I DIE Daughter of Montague Historical Fiction #2
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
— A DAUGHTER OF FAIR VERONA Historical Fiction Trade Paperback Once upon a time a young couple met and fell in love. You probably know that story, and how it ended (hint: badly). Only here’s the thing: That’s not how it ended at all…
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...
— WELCOME TO GOTHIC: A Gothic novella in ebook (at last!) https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
— WHAT DREAMS MAY COME Daughter of Montague novella 1.5 "I’m the daughter of Romeo and Juliet. Yes, that Romeo and Juliet. No, they didn’t die in the tomb…" https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
— GIRL ANONYMOUS “Crackling sexual chemistry and a few love scenes guaranteed to scorch readers’ fingers as they turn the pages." — ⭐️ Booklist
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
Readers become writers, and Christina has always been a reader. Ultimately she discovered she liked to read romance best because the relationship between a man and a woman is always humorous. A woman wants world peace, a clean house, and a deep and meaningful relationship based on mutual understanding and love. A man wants a Craftsman router, undisputed control of the TV remote, and a red Corvette which will make his bald spot disappear.
When Christina’s first daughter was born, she told her husband she was going to write a book. It was a good time to start a new career, because how much trouble could one little infant be?
Ha! It took ten years, two children and three completed manuscripts before she was published. Now her suspense, paranormal, historical, and mystery novels have been translated into 30 languages and sold more than 15 million copies in print. Praised for her “brilliantly etched characters, polished writing, and unexpected flashes of sharp humor that are pure Dodd” (Booklist), her award-winning books have landed on numerous Best of the Year lists and, much to her mother's delight, Dodd was once a clue in the Los Angeles Times crossword puzzle. She lives with her family in the Pacific Northwest, where her 700 lavender plants share the yard with her husband’s various “Big Projects,” including a treehouse, zipline, and their very own Stonehenge.
Enter Christina’s worlds and join her mailing list for humor, book news and entertainment (yes, she’s the proud author with the infamous three-armed cover) at christinadodd.com. For more information on A DAUGHTER OF FAIR VERONA, visit daughterofmontague.com. Her legions of fans know that when they pick up a Christina Dodd book, they'll find the story, "Wildly entertaining, wickedly witty!"
Christina is married to a man with all his hair and no Corvette, but many Craftsman tools.
(Source: http://www.christinadodd.com )
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Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 reviews
August 28, 2019
This is an excellent collection of novellas. Christina Dodd never disappoints. The Listener has a great twist, the Relatives has a surprise ending, and Love Never Dies has a heartwarming romance.
March 7, 2021
The Listener - 5 Stars
The Relatives - 4.5 Stars
Love Never Dies - 5 Stars
The Relatives - 4.5 Stars
Love Never Dies - 5 Stars
May 9, 2024
Christina Dodd’s “A Dark and Stormy Night” stands out as an intriguing blend of mystery and romance, set against the atmospheric backdrop of an imposing Gothic mansion. The novel captivates from the very beginning, as Dodd masterfully crafts a setting ripe with suspense and shadowed corridors.
The story follows our protagonist, who, on a stereotypically stormy night, arrives at the eerie mansion, only to find that things are amiss. Dodd skillfully layers mystery upon mystery, weaving in elements of the supernatural and the chilling secrets of the mansion’s past. Her characters are deeply developed, with the heroine being both strong-willed and vulnerable, making her relatable and her plight more compelling.
The interplay of romance and suspense is particularly well handled. Dodd doesn’t allow the budding romance to overshadow the thrill of the mystery. Instead, both elements complement each other, enhancing the stakes and the emotional depth of the narrative. The romantic tension builds at a pace that keeps the reader engaged, eager to see how it will evolve amidst the surrounding darkness and danger.
Dodd’s prose is descriptive and evocative, perfectly matching the Gothic tone of the book. She uses the storm and the shadows almost as characters themselves, enriching the ambiance and heightening the sense of foreboding that permeates the tale.
Overall, “A Dark and Stormy Night” is a compelling read for fans of Gothic romance and traditional mysteries. Christina Dodd offers a delightful blend of suspense, romance, and a hint of the paranormal, making this novel a satisfying escape into a thrillingly spooky world.
The story follows our protagonist, who, on a stereotypically stormy night, arrives at the eerie mansion, only to find that things are amiss. Dodd skillfully layers mystery upon mystery, weaving in elements of the supernatural and the chilling secrets of the mansion’s past. Her characters are deeply developed, with the heroine being both strong-willed and vulnerable, making her relatable and her plight more compelling.
The interplay of romance and suspense is particularly well handled. Dodd doesn’t allow the budding romance to overshadow the thrill of the mystery. Instead, both elements complement each other, enhancing the stakes and the emotional depth of the narrative. The romantic tension builds at a pace that keeps the reader engaged, eager to see how it will evolve amidst the surrounding darkness and danger.
Dodd’s prose is descriptive and evocative, perfectly matching the Gothic tone of the book. She uses the storm and the shadows almost as characters themselves, enriching the ambiance and heightening the sense of foreboding that permeates the tale.
Overall, “A Dark and Stormy Night” is a compelling read for fans of Gothic romance and traditional mysteries. Christina Dodd offers a delightful blend of suspense, romance, and a hint of the paranormal, making this novel a satisfying escape into a thrillingly spooky world.
April 14, 2018
This is such an awesome series, highly recommend
May 24, 2018
Good stories
January 19, 2019
Creepy.
April 8, 2020
Interesting bits but my copy has the Watcher instead of the Relations. Which is fine as I love Kateri! Can't find the Relatives anywhere though.
Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 reviews