Q&A with Carol Goodman discussion

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I was wondering who your favorite character in Blythewood is (except Ava). Who is the most fun to write? In general is the main character of the book the most fun?

Good question! I become very attached to my main character and always stay focused on her, but sometimes the secondary characters can be more fun. I really liked writing Helen because she's had a totally different background from Ava--wealthy family, privileged upbringing--and can seem a bit superficial at first, but as we get to know her we learn that she's much more complicated. She always surprised me, and I hope she surprises my readers too!

Hi--I was wondering, who is your editor at Viking? Thanks!

Kendra Levin. A wonderful editor!

This is not a question,and I know this thread is old, but I recently discovered Blythewood at a Goodwill while on vacation in Florida. I finished it a couple weeks ago and I must tell you that I loved it! I've ordered Ravencliffe from Amazon and expect it any day now. Can't wait to start it! Just wanted to commend you on a wonderful series.