How Suspense Snuck Into Rebecca Lake’s Writing
Multi-published author Rebecca Lake recently stopped by to share some about her writing life.
Why did you start writing romantic suspense novels?
I’ve always enjoyed mystery and suspense novels. I started out writing sweet romances, but the suspense kept sneaking in.
How do you connect with your characters?
What a great question. I get to know the characters in my stories as I write. They grow and become more familiar with each event or challenge. By the middle of the story, I have built a connection with them.
Why do you like writing romantic suspense?
I enjoy suspense and twists, with a sweet sprinkle of romance. My goal is to create the perfect blend for readers to enjoy.
Where do you get the inspiration for your plots?
I’m inspired by everything around me. I start with one idea, and then another comes to mind. It’s very satisfying when an event in the current story connects seamlessly to previous books. I also enjoy weaving a sliver of an actual event with a unique twist into my stories, such as a historical marker, an unbelievable news item, and a breathtaking art robbery. Anything that captures my imagination.
How do you pick the location/setting of your romantic suspense novels?
I love the mountains. History, rugged terrain, danger, and mystery. That natural landscape really inspires the imagination. It’s a perfect setting for romantic suspense…there are so many possibilities.
Which of your books is your favorite and why?
His Last Text. It felt like the events included as part of Wyatt and Anna’s story had been waiting for me to put into words. My first draft flowed smoothly, without the typical struggle for words. I really enjoyed writing His Last Text.
About Rebecca
Rebecca Lake grew up in the west, where gold rush towns, remote caves, and the rugged Idaho mountains stirred her imagination. The stories remained unwritten until one day she decided she could no longer wait for tomorrow and began writing. Her clean novels provide unique twists, white-knuckle suspense, and sweet romance.
Connect w/Rebecca
Website: https://rebeccalakebooks.com/
His Last Text
When Wyatt Stone promises Anna Stanten a magical night to celebrate their first anniversary, she imagines fireworks and a diamond ring. Instead, a private detective interrupts their evening and changes their lives forever. After an anniversary gone awry, Anna awakens to his heart-melting text. Then another message—the corporate jet has crashed with Wyatt aboard. Stunned the corporation hasn’t started a search, she recruits a team of volunteer heroes, and the search begins.
She rereads his tender last text, then vows to wear his favorite outfit each day until his return. But danger lurks with any move, courtesy of her sinister uncle. Driven by greed, he’s obsessed with the secret key mentioned in her grandmother’s will—a key he thinks Anna has, a key he’ll stop at nothing to possess. So, did he play a role in the crash? And who is this mysterious new “aunt”? Who can Anna trust?
Anna’s journey to rescue Wyatt and stop her uncle forces her to face dark family secrets, build new relationships, and, without fully realizing it, find her purpose.
