Friday, May 22, 2015

Musseled Out- Book Giveaway!

By: Julia Snowden
From: Musseled Out
Author: Barbara Ross
Series: The Maine Clambake Mysteries

It’s a week before Columbus Day, the last gasp of the tourist season in coastal Maine, when the Snowden Family Clambake will shut down for the season.

My name is Julia Snowden. I returned to Busman’s Harbor, Maine last spring to save my family’s business, which was close to bankruptcy. I took a leave of absence from my job in venture capital and sublet my Manhattan apartment. Through a lot of hard work, we saved the business. Now it’s time for me to go back to my real life in New York, but complications have ensued.

I am in love.

So do I stay or do I go? And if I stay, where will I live? How will I pay rent and put food on the table in the off-season?

To make matters more complicated, David Thwing, owner of a chain of upscale seafood restaurants, has been in town looking for a property for his business, which will compete directly with the Snowden Family Clambake. We just got on our feet, but our financial situation is still precarious. A competitor like Thwing could kill us.

And though I’m in love with Chris Durand like I have never been before in my life, there are still problems—like the question of why he disappeared on his sailboat, the Dark Lady, several times over the summer. He never tells anyone when he’s leaving or where he’s been. Just poof, gone. He swears he won’t do whatever it is anymore, and we’ve tried to put it in the past like an old lover, but I’m not sure I can live with that solution.

So, a change of season and a lot of decisions. I just hope I make the right ones.

Barbara is giving away a copy of Musseled Out to one person who leaves comment.
Good luck! And be sure to leave your email address so Barbara can contact you if you're the winner!

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  1. Jen ScottMay 22, 2015 at 4:30 AM

    Julia, you are between a rock and hard place. Love is so hard to find but without trust, I am not sure love will be able to flourish. I do hope he will let you know his secrets. I wish you all the best. Also, good luck with your business!
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  2. skkormanMay 22, 2015 at 7:05 AM

    I would love to read this book—thanks for the chance to win a copy!

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  3. Elaine KlingbeilMay 22, 2015 at 8:55 AM

    I think you should stay!

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  4. Mama CatMay 22, 2015 at 8:57 AM

    Decisions, decisions! Sounds like a very interesting mystery! And relationship. Would love to read.this. jeaniedannheim ( at ) ymail ( dot ) com

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  5. kiki wMay 22, 2015 at 9:51 AM

    Love the book cover. Makes me wish I was at the lake. Looks like gray cozy mystery.

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  6. Daniele KMay 22, 2015 at 9:56 AM

    It's so hard sometimes to decide. Thank you for the giveaway. dmskrug3 at hotmail dot com

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  7. NoraAMay 22, 2015 at 10:02 AM

    I own copies of "Clammed Up" and "Boiled Over" and loved them both. The covers are vibrant and the character's are fun. I really hope I am your lucky winner (fingers crossed).

    NoraAdrienne (at) gmail (dot) com

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  8. ChristineMay 22, 2015 at 10:08 AM

    I love this series. I can't wait to read it. [email protected]

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  9. Grandma CootieMay 22, 2015 at 10:27 AM

    Decisions, decisions. Of course I hope you stay in Busman's Harbor, Julia, so we can follow your adventures and see what's up with Chris. ;-)
    Thanks for the giveaway.
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  10. petiteMay 22, 2015 at 10:53 AM

    A great series. Thanks for this feature and giveaway. elliotbencan(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  11. travelerMay 22, 2015 at 11:12 AM

    Thanks. A wonderful post and book. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com

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  12. Lisa DeLeonMay 22, 2015 at 11:27 AM

    I'm absolutely smitten with this book series, and can't wait for the next one! [email protected]

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  13. Karen BMay 22, 2015 at 11:32 AM

    Decisions - decisions. Can't wait to read what happens!
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  14. AmyMay 22, 2015 at 12:02 PM

    Please stay!

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  15. Libby DoddMay 22, 2015 at 12:15 PM

    I've read this. It's a really good story.
    The winner will enjoy it.

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  16. Nicola BMay 22, 2015 at 5:17 PM

    Another new series to read

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  17. AnonymousMay 22, 2015 at 6:26 PM

    I love your books. Thanks for the chance to win one.
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  18. candace knightMay 22, 2015 at 6:38 PM

    This book sounds great. Thank you for the chance.
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  19. John MazurMay 22, 2015 at 10:23 PM

    Barbara Ross is a new author to me, but the book sounds great. Thank you for the chance to win this giveaway. [email protected]

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  20. Mary PrestonMay 22, 2015 at 10:56 PM

    Looking forward to a fabulous read. Love the cover & title too.

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  21. Robin CoxonMay 22, 2015 at 10:56 PM

    I haven't read Barbara Ross but would love the opportunity to do so. Thank you for this chance to win the giveaway. [email protected]

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  22. Brooke BumgardnerMay 22, 2015 at 11:05 PM

    Oh, I love the cover of this one. Sounds like a great read.

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  23. servedogmomMay 22, 2015 at 11:20 PM

    Decisions are never easy! Would love to read this book. [email protected]

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  24. Virginia winfieldMay 22, 2015 at 11:30 PM

    This looks good.
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  25. EllenMay 22, 2015 at 11:44 PM

    Enjoy Clammed Up and Boiled Over - looking forward to Musseled Out

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  26. Nora WoodMay 23, 2015 at 12:40 AM

    I would love to read this book. I keep thinking that I would very much enjoy living in a seaside town.
    Nora
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  27. Ruth Lyons MazurMay 23, 2015 at 1:10 AM

    I' m not familiar with Barbara Ross's work, but I love seafood and this book sounds delicious. Thank you for the chance to win this giveaway. [email protected]

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  28. B J EnglishMay 23, 2015 at 1:19 AM

    Look forward to reading Musseled Out. Thanks.

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  29. DebbyMay 23, 2015 at 6:29 AM

    It does look good.
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  30. Margo BittnerMay 23, 2015 at 7:08 AM

    This series is on my summer reading list! [email protected]

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  31. Loretta SullivanMay 23, 2015 at 10:02 AM

    Please stay! That way the series can go on and on! This book is going on my TBR list.
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  32. RitaMay 23, 2015 at 10:49 AM

    Sounds great. I can't wait to read it.

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  33. Karen CandeeMay 23, 2015 at 11:06 AM

    Love the story - I would stay!

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  34. Barb RossMay 23, 2015 at 11:33 AM

    Thanks, everyone, and good luck with the contest!

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  35. oneponychick66May 23, 2015 at 12:14 PM

    I just started reading this series and love it. I have not read this book yet and would love to win. I LOVE cozy mysteries!!!!

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  36. scaroMay 23, 2015 at 1:08 PM

    Love the title and covered. Made me have a taste for mussels...so ran to the store to get
    some. Hope I am not to late to enter.
    Carol Smith
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  37. Sandy ToddMay 23, 2015 at 5:52 PM

    Thanks for the intro to this book! Sounds like another good one!
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  38. ceblainMay 23, 2015 at 5:55 PM

    This is a fun series being that I am also a New Englander but not from Maine, but we do travel there often so any books pertaining to a NE states and the coast especially are a big interest to me. I loved Clammed Up and have Boiled Over ready to read. Thank you for the chance to win it. Sincerely, Cynthia
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  39. Nancy LuebkeMay 23, 2015 at 8:05 PM

    Maybe he should share some of his secrets before you give up your job.

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  40. Kaye KillgoreMay 23, 2015 at 8:18 PM

    I would love to read this.

    kaye dot killgore at comcast dot net

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  41. Lin Casteel-ButlerMay 24, 2015 at 2:37 AM

    New series for me but would love to win!

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  42. Lin Casteel-ButlerMay 24, 2015 at 2:38 AM

    New series for me, would love to win!

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  43. Sue FarrellMay 24, 2015 at 2:20 PM

    I think I'd be in love with Maine and not want to go back to New York---plus who can resist trying to solve a mystery.
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  44. My heart is hereMay 25, 2015 at 4:58 AM

    Sounds like a lovely book to read!

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  45. RubitaMay 27, 2015 at 12:36 AM

    Since reading this series, it's become my ambition to try a Maine clambake!
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  46. Barb RossMay 28, 2015 at 12:35 AM

    The giveaway is closed.

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