Impervious: A Sean McPherson Novel, Book 3

by Laurie Buchanan

Overview

In the village of Fairhaven—nestled between Washington state’s Bellingham Bay and the Cascade Mountains, home to writers’ retreat Pines & Quill—friends and family have gathered for the union of Sean McPherson and Emma Benton. Sean has been working with the FBI and local police to help solve crimes, particularly murders bearing the mark of crime boss Georgio “The Bull” Gambino. Emma, who has just learned to walk again, has begun to feel at home and hopes to one day raise a family.

But just as the festivities begin and corks fly, an explosion shatters everything, killing one and injuring others. From Bellingham to San Francisco and New Orleans, the chase is on to discover who’s dead set on ensuring the newlyweds don’t live happily ever after.

The writers currently in residence at Pines & Quill include a vineyard owner, a Bryn Mawr College professor, a special education teacher accompanied by her seeing-eye dog, and an intuitive who can’t—or won’t—identify the killer. Gambino has a knack for finding people in even the most inaccessible places to do his bidding. Could one of the writers be on his payroll?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781684631940
Publisher:	SparkPress
Publication date:	04/04/2023
Series:	A Sean McPherson Novel , #3
Pages:	312
Sales rank:	1,153,995
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

Laurie Buchanan writes the critically acclaimed Sean McPherson novels—pulse-pounding crime thrillers with heart-stopping twists that plunge readers into the depths of malice, the unwavering quest for justice, and high-stakes consequences.

A cross between Dr. Dolittle, Nanny McPhee, and a type-A Buddhist, Buchanan is an active listener, observer of details, payer of attention, reader and writer of books, kindness enthusiast, and red licorice aficionado.

Her books have won multiple awards, including Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Gold Winner, International Book Award Gold Winner, National Indie Excellence Awards Winner, Crime Fiction/Suspense Eric Hoffer Awards Finalist, PenCraft Award for Literary Excellence, and CLUE Book Awards finalist Suspense/Thriller Mysteries.

Laurie’s writing studio is in the hayloft of a historic carriage house in the Pacific Northwest. Her husband, Len, a private pilot, and Henry, their not-so-standard Standard Poodle, join her on daily walks. She always carries a camera because sometimes the best word choice is a picture.

Editorial Reviews

PRAISE FOR IMPERVIOUS (Book 3):

“A propulsive plot with engaging characters . . . ”
—Kirkus Reviews

“Readers beware—the immediacy of the violent act just as Mick and Emma’s wedding ends is jolting—but signals the dangers ahead. The contrast of the cozy writer’s retreat with it’s mouth-watering meals to comfort all who abide there with the reality of a revenge plot against Mick and others yet to be thwarted kept me glued to the book. Now that the characters are as familiar as family to me, the stakes are high; can’t wait to see what’s in the next book!”
—Maren Cooper, author of Finding Grace

“Don't miss this engaging story filled with an intricate plot, realistic characters, and mesmerizing suspense!”
—Debbie Herbert, USA Today bestselling author

“Buchanan is an up-and-coming star of crime/thriller series. And book three is the best yet. As I read the ongoing adventures of Sean McPherson and his family, friends, and foes, I think to myself this really would be excellent for a television series. Wouldn't be surprised if it's not on Netflix's radar!”
—Sherry Briscoe, author of The Man in Number Seve

“Another winner from Laurie Buchanan. The focus of this story is less on the guest authors who are staying at Pines & Quill than it was in the first two books. It's more on the bad guys working for Gambino, including current police officers who are doing his bidding and trying to permanently silence Mick, Emma, and anyone else who gets in Gambino's way. Buchanan uses lush prose to describe the setting, the food, and the relationships. She takes us deep into the thoughts of all the major characters by frequently switching POVs. Consequently, you know who the bad guys are and what they are trying to do, but you're still riveted to the plot and committed to discovering what happens because Buchanan keeps you turning pages until the end.”
—Chris Norbury, author of the Matt Lanier mystery-thriller series

“Buchanan has a fresh, very different and fast-paced style. And somehow makes a chef’s meal integral to the thrilling suspense. I go from salivating to shocked, chapter by chapter.”
—Christine Desmet, novelist and screenwriter

“At Pines & Quill, the deadliest writers retreat in the Northwest, Buchanan delivers one knockout punch after another, leaving the reader reeling.”
—Sheila Lowe, author of the Beyond the Veil paranormal suspense series

“Impervious delivers. From the first tragic explosion during a wedding to the last flying bullets in the woods, I was riveted to book three in the Sean McPherson series. Hitchcockian suspense and tension reign in this page turner. I found myself worrying about ‘the good guys’ throughout the story, given the author’s ability to create likable, strong, yet vulnerable characters. The successful overlay of terror and joy jerked me around to provide a heart-pounding, satisfying read.”
—Sherrill Joseph, author of The Botanic Hill Detectives Mysteries 

“Who doesn’t love to hate a black-hearted villain? Impervious, the third in the Sean McPherson series, makes you live every pulse-racing moment, as you follow the ruthless killer, praying there will be no more victims. Buchanan’s writing tantalizes all your emotions: there are sweet moments to savor and descriptions for all the senses. But, lurking in the shadows, the dark mind of a devious killer drives the plot, threatening every character you’ve come to call your friend.”
—Joy Ribar, author of the Deep Lakes Cozy Mystery series

“Impervious is my favorite of the three-book series so far. I love the combination of a type of 'cozy' mystery with the incredible writer’s retreat—Pines & Quill; the romance between different couples, all who live individually with some damage, physical or emotional; and the goofy large and lovable dog. But that’s the background to not-cozy murders and evil underpinnings that threaten the safety of the characters, and the sanctity of love and living. Death enters, and it’s not pretty. Readers are glued to each page that offers suspense interwoven with cozy; page-turning action; and thrills and chills and of course, lots of 'hooks.' I’m hooked on Buchanan’s Sean McPherson novels!”
—Pamela Wight, author of The Right Wrong Man

“Gambino believes he and his minions are 'Impervious' to the good guys, but author Laurie Buchanan persuades her readers to think otherwise. Witness the unfolding of more mystery, murder, and mayhem in a New Orleans bayou setting along with the familiar, and beloved, Pines and Quill Writers’ Retreat, nestled in the Pacific Northwest. Happily, amidst a high body count and  blood-curdling suspense, the author gives a hopeful hint: the promise of a Blessed Event in her fourth book, Iniquity.”
—Marian Beaman, author of My Checkered Life



“Definitely the high-octane offering of the Sean McPherson series! Readers will hold their breath until the last page, hoping that the hero makes. For fans of suspense and action, this is the perfect tale!”

—InD'tale Magazine 


PRAISE FOR ICONOCLAST (Book 2): 

“An involving thriller with compelling characters. This propulsive novel ably expands Buchanan’s entertaining series, which is built primarily on engaging characterization.”
—Kirkus Reviews

“Buchanan shows a sure hand as an action writer. . . . A smooth, ultra-professional read.” 
—Booklist

“An absolute page-turner . . . Not the one to be missed. With its atmospheric setting, page-turning suspense, and luminous insights into trauma, resilience, recovery, and friendship, this thriller will hook readers and keep them hooked.”
—The Prairies Book Review

“I devoured every page of Iconoclast, turning the pages viciously because I couldn't wait to find out what would happen next.”
—Online Book Club

“Another deftly crafted and riveting crime novel by Laurie Buchanan, 'Iconoclast' is a compulsive page turner of a read from beginning to end.”
—Midwest Book Review

“Buchanan has knocked it out of the park with this one. The descriptions pull the reader right into the middle of the action. Plan to stay up late!”

—InD'tale Magazine

PRAISE FOR INDELIBLE (Book 1): 

“Buchanan’s narrative is well-paced, flying right along. . . . the author has delivered an exciting beginning to an intriguing series.”
—Kirkus Reviews

“The author of this impressive novel has poured elements from radically different genres into the blender and set it on high spin . . . The last page promises further surprises in a sequel, which Buchanan better deliver soon.”
—Booklist

“Hard to put down, this page-turner is worthy of praise!” 

—InD'tale Magazine

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