FADE TO BLUE by Hank Scheer

Join us for this tour from Mar 14 to Apr 3, 2023

Book Details:

​Book Title:  FADE TO BLUE by Hank Scheer
Category:  Adult Fiction (18+),  288 pages
Genre: Thriller 
Publisher:  Top Reads Publishing
Release date:  Mar 2023
Formats Available for Review: print-softback (USA), and ebook (MOBI FILE (FOR KINDLE), EPUB, PDF).
Tour dates: Mar 14 to Apr 3, 2023

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“Fade to Blue kicks off with shocking twists and attention-grabbing characters. The ongoing discussions between cat and mouse are tense, especially as the lines between terrorists and anti-terrorists working undercover become blurred. The stakes are high but also personal—Marcel’s monologues, while not likely realistic, are a lot of fun. Filled with vivid characters and a fast moving plot, Scheer has written a winning page-turner.” -BookLife, Editor’s Pick 
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“Hank Scheer’s debut novel offers readers an engaging medical mystery, after which the plot becomes a swiftly paced thriller. Sarah is a capable and appealing protagonist, and a canny plot twist gives the narrative geopolitical heft and spurs interest in what might happen next.” – Kirkus Reviews

“The secondary cast is vibrant and varied; their personalities are distinctive, and their conversations have a charming effect. Sarah’s combative exchanges with René, a French inspector whose penchant for sarcasm matches hers, add particular color. And the well-described settings further flesh out and ground the otherwise dizzying, swift-moving story. Working toward an open-ended but triumphant conclusion, Fade to Blue is an exciting thriller in which a scientist tries to stay alive after creating a brain-destroying drug that others want.” – Foreword Clarion Reviews

“The strong characters, fast-paced action, and ethical dilemmas create thought-provoking reading suitable for book club discussion, contrasting nicely with other standout medical thriller genre reads.” – Midwest Book Review

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Book Description:

Will Dr. Brenalen’s unauthorized experiment lead to a cure for Alzheimer’s, or will it be used for bioterrorism?

Biotech researcher Sarah Brenalen is frustrated by her boss’s dismissal of her controversial theory, so she secretly injects lab mice with experimental Alzheimer’s drugs of her own design. Sarah is stunned when one of her experiments goes horribly wrong. But Marcel and his international cabal are intrigued. Sarah’s brain-destroying T-3 formulation could be just what they need.

Fade to Blue is a high-tech, fast-paced, cat-and-mouse game played for keeps. What Marcel didn’t count on is that two can play this game.

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MY THOUGHTS ON THIS BOOK

Fade to Blue will keep you on your toes from the first page, that is first sure. From its fast paced plot to all of the thrills in between, your head will be spinning by the time you finish thus book. With its strong cast of characters, they all tell the story so well I wanted to be right there in the middle. Being a debut book, the author surprised me because the story reads like a well established author.

I was scared for Sarah because these people wanted her drug formula from the beginning, I had to follow her story to see what was happening. The many twists and turns had me turning my head to see what was happening. In real life this drug formula for Alzheimer’s would be a wonder, but this is fiction, so the fight continues and Sarah’s life continues to be in danger. That is, until the author wraps it all up in the end. I would like to read what comes next from this author. I can see people that love a fast paced thriller wanting to read this one.

A special thanks to the author/publisher for a copy of this book. I am not required to write a positive review, the opinions here are mine alone. I am disclosing this with my review in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.

Meet the Author:

Hank Scheer’s writing journey began during a work break when a coworker said, “Hey, let’s write a short story.” They were working for a steel mill in Pittsburg, California, so brainstorming ideas became a fun way to pass the time.

At one point the following week, after the manufacturing process caused a computer to crash, Hank had his idea: an evil scientist creates a drug that destroys a person’s brain.

Now it was a simple matter of plotting the story and writing it. Fade to Blue is the result of three trips to Paris, France, and long weekends spent driving around the San Francisco Bay area.

It doesn’t involve steelmaking, but the science is just as real and the potential for trouble exponentially more terrifying.

Hank is now retired and lives in Martinez, California. He enjoys writing and recording music, world travel, biking, downhill skiing, and supporting other working people fighting for a better world.

connect with the author: website ~ goodreads

Tour Schedule:

Mar 14 – Mystery Review Crew – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway
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Mar 15 – JB’s Bookworms with Brandy Mulder – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway
Mar 16 – Leanne Bookstagram – book review
Mar 16 –Leels Loves Books – book review / giveaway
Mar 17 – Liese’s Blog – book spotlight
Mar 17 –Books for Books – book spotlight
Mar 20 – Cover Lover Book Review – book spotlight / giveaway
Mar 21 – The Momma Spot – book review / giveaway
Mar 22 – The Adventures of a Traveler’s Wife – book review / giveaway
Mar 23 – The Obsessed Reader – book review / giveaway
Mar 24 – Stephanie Jane – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway
Mar 27 – My Reading Getaway – book review / author interview / giveaway
Mar 28 – Book Corner News and Reviews – book review / giveaway
Mar 29 – Locks, Hooks and Books – book review / guest post / giveaway
Mar 30 – Welcome To LML Opinion’s Reviews – book review
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Mar 31 – fundinmental – book spotlight / giveaway
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Apr 3 – Sue’s Musings – book review / giveaway
Apr 3 – Splashes of Joy – book review / giveaway
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TBD –Jazzy Book Reviews – book spotlight / giveaway
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