Miles Away (Carrion #1)(101)

Uprising by Muse

What better song to start a fire to than this? This is my ultimate rebellion song and I had to put it to good use.



First Time I Ever Saw Your Face by Roberta Flack

As Landon is pulling away from La Fortuna and Letty is full of grief, this song was being played on repeat. Sometimes, only a classic will do. Roberta Flack’s song is absolutely perfect for this gut-wrenching scene.



Red Eyes and Tears by Black Rebel Motorcycle Club

Letty is red-eyed and grief-stricken over the loss of Miles. This song is representative of the emotions and utter grief, anger, and solitude that Letty feels as she prepares herself to say goodbye.



Long Way Down by Black Rebel Motorcycle Club

This song has a distinct funeral march feel to it. As Letty walks up the aisle towards Miles’s closed casket, dread fills her as reality sets in.



Hallelujah by Jeff Buckley

When I was writing the funeral scene, this song was playing on repeat. There is no explanation needed. A strange feeling of calm washes over Letty. Knowing that his battered heart was at peace gave Letty some calm. A terrible, heart-wrenching calm complicated by her absolute sadness.



Back to Black by Amy Winehouse

As Miles’s casket is lowered into the ground, and Letty approaches it to drop her rose atop it, her grief is only overpowered by her anger. This song most certainly played a crucial role in my creative process.



Plush by Stone Temple Pilots

“Come with us, Letty.” This song offered inspiration when writing my final plot twist. As fear and rage flood through Letty’s system, she goes with Miles’s brothers unsure of what to expect.



Plug In, Baby by Muse

As Letty faces the man in the dark suit, her emotions change from hostile rage to absolute relief. This song, I think, captures that range of emotion.



Starlight by Muse

Walking away from the beach, hand in hand with Miles, Letty’s heart soars. It was all a ruse. It was all a dramatic cover up to get Miles, Letty and G out from under the Capadonnos control. This song, I think, captures the joy of the scene.



Born To Run by Bruce Springsteen

Twice on one playlist? YES! No other song would do!



At Last by Etta James

This song plays in the epilogue and I felt it was very suiting for Letty and Miles. At last, they could be together. Swoon.





ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS


I have many people that I need to thank that assisted in the creation and publication of this book.

First and foremost, I need to thank my family. My husband, Edwin, my sons, my parents, and my siblings. Thank you so much for your continued support and for believing in me even when I didn’t believe in myself.

To my grandmother Charlene, I wouldn’t have become a writer without your encouragement. Thank you for knowing me better than I know myself.

To Danielle. My PA, my sister by choice, the best friend any one could ask for. Thank God for you. Seriously. I am so grateful for everything you’ve done and continue to do. Thank you for believing in me and sticking with me.

To my beta readers: Christina McCormick-Franco, Aimee Hardman-Oldham, Jennifer Cassel, Danielle Bolme, EJ Haury, and others. Thank you so much for your enthusiasm. Your feedback has helped to make this book even more amazing. I cannot tell you how much I appreciate your support!

To Missy Borucki: The best damn editor on the face of the planet. I am SO grateful for you. SO grateful! Thank you for believing in me and for loving Miles as much as I do!

To Lisa Gilliam: Proof-reading magician. Thank you so much for your hard work and dedication. I appreciate you so much.

To Chelsea Barnes: You are exceptionally hard-working, positive and good in a tight corner. Thank you for helping me bring Miles to the light of day when I wasn’t sure if it would happen. I’m greatly appreciative of your hard work.

To Booktrope: I cannot express how much I appreciate everything that you have done for me. I am so excited for our publishing future together!

To Tracy Comerford-Smith: Blog Tour Bombshell! I could not do all this without your continued help or support. So happy we became friends and we can continue to work together! Big things to come!

To the bloggers: I could not reach readers without you. You are superstars in my book and I am so grateful for all of your continued support.

Last, but most certainly not least, I need to thank my readers. I cannot express how much your support means to me. I am humbled with each share, each review each one-click. Thank you for helping me to achieve success. I do all of this to bring entertainment to readers, to make a connection, and to allow my words to make a difference. I certainly hope they do!