Welcome to my stop on the Rave Reviews Book Club’s BOOK, BLOG & TRAILER BLOCK PARTY at Charles W. Jones, Author!
Here’s What I’m Giving Away Today:
$5 Amazon Gift Card
# of Winners for this stop: 1
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Congratulations to Jan Sikes for winning at this stop!
Behind the scenes look at Daughter of Illusion
During my research for Home, I learned about the hierarchy of Angels, which was something that I'd never considered. But as I read, I discovered more than I'd ever dreamed to be possible, and it stood to reason that the Fallen remained in the hierarchy no matter their status. Of course, I've always known and believed that there were more than one Fallen Angel besides Lucifer. However, with the reference of the devil or Satan in other text, I thought they were just other names for Lucifer, then I realized as I studied that the terms were lumping all of the Fallen into these two words.
When I finished writing Home, I thought that was the end of my walk with the Fallen Angels, but I was wrong. A few years later, after reviewing my notes for it, I knew it wasn't done and started thinking about how I could pick it up again, and turn more of what I learned into more stories. As I mused and toyed with idea, I grabbed a few characters from Home (I left Cody alone for the most part; he's still freaked out with his encounter with Belphegor) with Eli Thompson being the main character from the past, and I introduced Detective Jonas Wechsler to the world; his name is an anagram for mine.
Being that the majority of the Fallen Angels seem to be male, I had to dig deeper when I began writing Daughter of Illusion to find the perfect Succubus. When I came across Agrat bat Mahlat, I knew she was the one I wanted as the antagonist. Using pieces of what I'd learned about her and adding to her character, I created the Daughter of Illusion.
My short story, The Vow, is the prequel to Daughter of Illusion. For the month of October, you can download it for free by clicking here. Don't worry, if you don't read Home or The Vow first, you'll still understand what's happening.
About Daughter of Illusion
Eli Thompson has witnessed many disturbing things in his life, but when he has a vision of despicable acts, he isn’t sure what to do until he is told that he needs to leave his comfortable home in Wyoming and go to Denver, CO. When he arrives there, he still doesn’t know why he’s there until his senses lead him to a restaurant in LODO where a grisly act has occurred.
After Eli is arrested by Detective Jonas Wechsler for being at a crime scene, they discover that other crimes where the perpetrator has vanished have happened and are entwined with the same Fallen Angel, Agrat bat Mahlat, who desires to bring about change to the world by sacrificing men to Samael. Quickly, they learn that there are other players in this vile plan, one a pawn to carry out the Fallen Angel’s orders, and two siblings, who were separated at birth.
Eli and Jonas, against the wishes of their Watchers, decide to confront Agrat, finding themselves in a precarious predicament.
Get your Kindle copy today for only 99¢ (sale ends 10/22/19).
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D.L. Finn, Author
October 16, 2019 - 10:15 AM ·I love when research on one book turns into another
I have this on my TBR list and look forward to reading it.
Charles W Jones
October 16, 2019 - 10:23 AM ·Hi Denise. Thanks for stopping by.
CassidySalem
October 16, 2019 - 11:23 AM ·Not my usual genre, but I might be tempted to try it one day.
Charles W Jones
October 16, 2019 - 3:14 PM ·Horror isn’t for everyone that’s for sure. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by Cassidy.
Shirley Harris-Slaughter
October 16, 2019 - 1:32 PM ·Charles, I just downloaded my free copy of Daughter of Illusion. Is this the same as the purchase copy? What kind of mind thinks up all these complex stories? I’m going to have to keep track of you just to keep up. Congratulations!
Charles W Jones
October 16, 2019 - 2:41 PM ·Hi Shirley. The free download from this page is for The Vow, the prequel to Daughter of Illusion. It’s a short story telling how one of the characters came to be the way she is in the Daughter of Illusion.
Charles W Jones
October 16, 2019 - 2:41 PM ·and thanks for stopping by!
Forrest Robert Stepnowski
October 16, 2019 - 3:12 PM ·Amazing post my friend. Another book I am adding to my TBR list.
Charles W Jones
October 16, 2019 - 3:40 PM ·Thanks for you support, Forrest!
young2013
October 16, 2019 - 3:12 PM ·Interesting story, Charles. I’ll definitely give this genre a try. Will be downloading your book for sure. All the best! Enjoy your day.
Charles W Jones
October 17, 2019 - 6:46 AM ·Thanks Young. Have a great day.
beemweeks
October 16, 2019 - 3:44 PM ·Fantastic post, Charles. I just downloaded The Vow. I will give it a read. Wishing you the best.
Charles W Jones
October 17, 2019 - 6:46 AM ·I hope you enjoy it. Thanks for stopping by.
Yvette M. Calleiro
October 16, 2019 - 4:34 PM ·Thanks for The Vow! I can’t wait to read it. I love fallen angel stories, so I will definitely check this one out. And I love the cover! Great job! 🙂
Charles W Jones
October 17, 2019 - 6:48 AM ·Thanks Yvette!
Rhani D'Chae
October 16, 2019 - 9:46 PM ·Hi, Charles. This is a fun stop, and I enjoyed reading your post. I hope you had a wonderful day on the tour.
Charles W Jones
October 17, 2019 - 6:49 AM ·Thanks Rhani. It’s great to hear from everyone.
Susanne Leist
October 16, 2019 - 11:14 PM ·I purchased The Daughter of Illusion. I write paranormal suspense/mystery and watch every paranormal show I can find. My favorites are Supernatural, Lucifer, and The Originals. I’d love to read the way you portray Lucifer. He is never portrayed the same way.
Charles W Jones
October 17, 2019 - 6:50 AM ·Lucifer isn’t in this one, but he is in Home. You should check that one out too. 🙂
Susanne Leist
October 16, 2019 - 11:16 PM ·I forgot to add that I still have nightmares from your book Circus Tarot.
Wendy Scott
October 17, 2019 - 12:31 AM ·Charles, you must spend heaps of time on world building.
Charles W Jones
October 17, 2019 - 6:51 AM ·Wendy, sometimes it feels like I spend more time on world building than writing. Once all that’s taken care of, it just flows out quickly.
jinlobify
October 17, 2019 - 2:27 AM ·Hi, Charles, I was curious about your thoughts on the Fallen Angels. Before the fall, Satan had those who believed and supported him in his quest. They all went down with him. So, it wasn’t just Satan causing havoc. He has help! I hope you had a good run. Congrats on your new books.
Charles W Jones
October 17, 2019 - 6:55 AM ·I was raised Seventh Day Adventist and we were only taught Satan, the Devil, and Lucifer. I always knew there was more than one, even as a kid, but whenever I questioned what happened to them no one ever answered me. I’m not sure if it was because they weren’t in the church’s beliefs or if we just weren’t supposed to talk about the others. Thanks for stopping by.
Ted D. Berner
October 17, 2019 - 1:11 PM ·This sounds awesome! I love anything about Fallen Angels!
Charles W. Jones
October 18, 2019 - 6:57 AM ·Thanks Ted. I hope you enjoy it!
John Fioravanti
October 17, 2019 - 2:17 PM ·Thanks for the insider’s peek into the creation of these books, Charles!
Charles W Jones
October 18, 2019 - 7:04 AM ·Thanks for stopping by, John. I appreciate it.
jhawker1969
October 17, 2019 - 3:23 PM ·Fascinating creative journey, Charles. Nothing like a fallen angel to keep us on our toes.
Charles W Jones
October 17, 2019 - 5:02 PM ·They’re tricksters that’s for sure.
Mary Adler
October 17, 2019 - 4:36 PM ·Do you believe there are fallen angels working on us, Charles, and if so, do you ever worry about drawing some to yourself? Not wanting to scare you, but I do wonder. Maybe your good angels are watching over you. 🙂
Charles W Jones
October 17, 2019 - 5:01 PM ·I’ve wondered that many times while learning and writing about them. I’ve taken to wearing crucifixes and extra prayers.
Jan Sikes
October 17, 2019 - 9:00 PM ·I read “Home” and I’ve downloaded the short story. I love how research can take us down new rabbit holes and it’s always fun to discover things we did not know. This is a fabulous book cover, Charles! Great blog stop!! Thanks for the free short!
Charles W Jones
October 18, 2019 - 7:05 AM ·You’re welcome Jan. Thanks for stopping by.
Lizzie Chantree
October 20, 2019 - 4:21 PM ·It’s really interesting to hear about how other authors develop their stories and where they come from. Have a wonderful #RRBC party.
Vashti Q
October 24, 2019 - 12:53 PM ·Great stop, Chuck! I enjoyed learning a bit about your process and the book trailer. I had to do a great deal of research for my Fantasy Angels Series, especially about angels, both holy and fallen. Like you, I was surprised with the complexity of their hierarchy system. I have a few of your books in my kindle. I hope to get to them soon. 😀
Charles W Jones
November 6, 2019 - 7:33 AM ·D’oh, I didn’t see your comment until today. Weirdness. I still need to read Son of the Serpent, I loved the Fall of Lilith.
RaveReviewsbyNJ
October 24, 2019 - 9:27 PM ·Love the cover and the cover makes me want to see what’s on the inside! Great job!
Charles W Jones
November 6, 2019 - 7:30 AM ·Thank you for stopping by. Sorry for the late reply.