Cynthia’s answer to “What came first for you—the characters or the plot?” > Likes and Comments

I appreciate your candid and motivational response. The way Underneath the Honeysuckle Vine was born not from a meticulously planned plot, but from a forgotten concept hidden in a closet is fascinating. It demonstrates how some of the most impactful stories begin with a single, unrelenting moment or character.

I adore how curiosity about a real name and the wonder of how people are treated for something so trivial led to the creation of Carin's story. The connection is made even more meaningful by the fact that Meg was a character from your previous series that was all but forgotten. It feels like the characters found you before the plot did and as a reader, it’s amazing to see how those little threads can become something so meaningful.

Thank you for following your instincts and bringing Carin’s voice to the forefront. I’m so glad she was the one to open the door to Beyond Cedar Cove.

Thank you for reading. If you want to learn more about Meg and Carin, their story continues in The Broken Circle.