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Big Island Blues

Big Island Blues

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Series: McKenna Mystery, Book 3
Genre: Mystery
Publication Year: 2014
Length: 274 pp.
ASIN: 1502813726
ISBN: 9781502813725

McKenna, a former skip tracer, flies to the Big Island of Hawaii to help find his best friend’s missing niece. No sooner has McKenna’s search begun than he’s got a teenage hacker messing with his investigation, has uncovered deep family secrets, and is caught in the middle of a twenty-year-old plan of revenge. Even worse, everyone he questions is spooked by a 70-year-old Indian curse on a 1942 Martin guitar.

With a killer on the loose and his best friend’s very hot sister pressuring him for results, McKenna’s got more than trouble in paradise, he’s got a volcano ready to blow.

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What the pros are saying about Big Island Blues

“Big Island Blues sizzles from a gripping beginning to a finale both taut and sweet. As they say in the islands – maikaʻi loa” (Hawaiian for very good).—Bestselling and award-winning author Carolyn Hart

“Move over Magnum, goodbye Dano.  McKenna’s a real deal dude who verbally jousts with a raft of quirky characters while propelling the action forward at a breakneck pace.” — Laura Childs, New York Times bestselling author of the Tea Shop Mysteries, Cacklberry Club Mysteries, and Scrapbook Mysteries.

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About the Author
Terry Ambrose

I started out as a skip tracer. Just in case you don't know, that's the guy who finds the people who don't want to be found. It was the little things—getting paid to lie—that made skip tracing the fun part of the job. The other part of my job was to collect money from deadbeats. I must confess, I never personally stole a car, but did sometimes hire big guys with tow trucks to work in the dark and “help” when negotiations failed. Those years of chasing deadbeats taught me many valuable life lessons, such as liars come from all walks of life, and always keep your car in the garage

Other Books in "McKenna Mystery"
Photo Finish
Kauai Temptations
Honolulu Hottie
Mystery of the Lei Palaoa
North Shore Nanny
A Damsel for Santa
Maui Magic
The Scent of Waikiki
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  1. I haven’t been to Hawaii. I hope to visit there in the near future. I still debating between an island-hopping cruise or stop by the main island.

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  6. I have read Photo Finish and enjoyed it. McKenna apparently loves the ladies. His best friend’s sister is hot? Luckily he is not really that shallow. He does great detective work and has a determination to get the job done. Look forward to ready another in this series.

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    • You’re right, Marcy, he’s not really that shallow. He’s just been lost, but is gradually finding himself. I hope you enjoy the next one!

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  9. Sounds great! I have been to Kauai and Oahu but I really want to go to the big island and see the volcano fields. Being a scientist, anything like that fascinates me!

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  12. I really enjoy Terry Ambrose books…..mysteries are my favorite, however honestly have not had opportunity to read this latest one. I have been to Hawaii and could live there all the time instead of living in cold weather anytime.

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  13. McKenna comes across as being gruff but inside he’s just a teddy bear…..I appreciate your novels as I’m able to visualize where they take place, I don’t fly anymore so as much as I’d enjoy being on the Island I know I will never go there. I’d like to ask you if you’re a people watcher ? For me it’s fun to sit on a bench in the park or at a table at a cafe and just see what’s going on around me. I love to see the kids play, the laughter, the warmth of the day, interactions of others around me.

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    • Aloha, Jennifer. I am a people watcher. in fact, I enjoy writing in a place like Starbucks because I can see what’s going on around me, grab an interesting characteristic from another person. I’m also one of those eavesdroppers who’s constantly listening to not so much what people say, but how they talk. I try to bring those dialogue styles into my writing. Thanks for the question and for reading! Best of luck in the contest!

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      • I’ve always enjoyed our city park, it’s right on the main avenue in the heart of retail/restaurants with sidewalk seating and banks, city offices as well as law firms, a hotel and so much more. Thanks for the reply – Happy Thanksgiving

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  15. I have been to Hawaii a few times but never to the Big Island. I would love to go again, but flying is not possible due to severe medical problems since last winter. I am hoping to order this book very soon. I have so many books that I want to get and buying all of them just isn’t possible, but this sounds so special that I am going to put it on my list to get soon. Thank you for the nice newsletter/blog each time; I really enjoy reading them. Sincerely,
    Cynthia in Massachusetts

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    • Thanks Maryann! At the time, it didn’t feel that way. But, in looking back, I see how it really helped. Good luck in the contest!

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  18. I have visited Hawaii and it is colorful and beautiful. I have yet to read one of your books. They sound like the kind I enjoy

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  24. Thanks for the chance to win. I have not read it but a Hawaiian cowboy sounds like an crazy mix. Hawaii is on my bucket list.

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  25. I haven’t had the chance yet to read Big Island Blues, but I’m looking forward to it. I lived on Oahu for a while when I was in 2nd grade. I loved swimming in the ocean every day, and I loved the laid-back atmosphere there.

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  27. I live in Florida and get plenty of tropical paradise, however, reading takes me to different places and customs. Reading Big Island Blues may change my mind and I will travel to Hawaii myself. Aloha !!

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    • Aloha Rosemary. There’s definitely something special about Hawaii. Florida definitely gives you a tropical paradise, but the Aloha spirit in Hawaii really adds to the experience. Best of luck in the contest!

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  30. Your books take the reader on a trip to Hawaii with the touch you provide. I’ve never been there but my husband has and he has shared his adventure prior to our marriage.

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  32. Am looking forward to this read as I enjoy a good mystery. The fact that I fell in love with Hawaii while vacationing has nothing to do with it (Right, LOL) and that I’m a Blues lover. Hmmm, guess this will go to the top of must reads.

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  36. Big Island Blues sounds like a book worth. I am interested in finding new authors to read. I have never been to Hawaii. Sounds like a beautiful place to visit. I look forward to reading your books. Thank you for the chance to enter giveaway.

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    • Aloha Melody, if you ever get the chance to go there, you’ll love it. Maybe the book will offer you encouragement to make the trip! Best of luck in the contest!

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  39. I’ve been to Oahu but never The Big Island, Kauai, or any of the other Hawaiian Islands. have always wanted to, though. I’d love to read this book!

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  43. A very timely novel which sounds captivating and intriguing. Hawaii sounds wonderful and McKenna someone with integrity and strength of character.

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      • We got to see the Kilauea lava flowing into the ocean at night a few years ago while on a cruise ship. Totally cool. And impressive. There’s so much power. Best of luck in the contest!

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  49. I enjoyed the scam article. I haven’t read this book and have never been to Hawaii. But this book looks fascinating. Thanks for the giveaway.
    mtakala1 AT yahoo DOT com

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    • Glad you liked the scam tip, Margie! I hope you decide to read Big Island Blues. If you do, let me know what you think. Best of luck in the contest!

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