I recently finished your novel, Stone Cold, the first of your books that I have had occasion to read. The plot was exciting and, despite a brief lull in the action, I found the story entertaining. I found myself rooting for your characters, even those with questionable motives, decisions, and actions. Stone Cold also helped pass a few long hours on I-95 in Virginia and for that I am sincerely grateful. Most enjoyable for me, though, was recognizing the many DC area locations in which the story is set. (Every day I drive past the seedy motel that the Finns stay in, and I have eaten at that McDonald's, too. Also, I used to get my car inspected at the gas station where Stone calls for a cab.) I think one of your greatest successes in this story is establishing a sense of place and creating characters that are products of their environment and interact realistically with it. I would love to gain more insight into your ability to do this so effectively and to share with you more of my thoughts on your novel. I’m sure it would be edifying for us both. I remember reading that you are an enthusiastic patron of Restaurant Eve in Old Town Alexandria (mmmm, Lobster Risotto), and I think that establishment—rather than the McDonald’s up the street from the seedy motel—may be an appropriate place for what I’m sure would be an enriching and enlightening literary and intellectual exchange.
Cordially,
Amy P.
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