Colin Lawson Book Cover Designs for the Author Cynthia Raleigh
As well as writing, Colin Lawson enjoys dabbling with graphic design. As part of this he was lucky enough to be invited to produce the covers for three books from American author, Cynthia Raliegh.
He worked on the cover art for her first three novels which formed the Perri Seamore Mystery Trilogy.
About the Author Cynthia Raleigh
Cynthia proudly states, history and genealogy have been an interest since she was twelve years old.
She was an active member of the Society for Creative Anachronism and a weekend gamer for years, getting together with friends to re-enact history and create characters.
After 23 years as a Registered Nurse, she’s began writing full-time. Through her books, she writes about things that interest her with the goal of writing stories that are entertaining as well as bringing the past to life and speaking for those who no longer can.
Here’s the low-down on the books by Cynthia Raliegh with covers designed by Colin Lawson.
Poison Branches (Perri Seamore Book 1)
The Cover:
The story:
Perri Seamore has been planning a trip to Kentucky for some time to search for an old headstone and courthouse records to document her family tree. She combines the trip with a girls’ weekend away with her best friend, Nina. The day they arrive, the news spreads through town of a young woman who was murdered in a little-used cemetery. With no apparent motive for the murder, Sarah Vines, the newly promoted local detective, enlists Perri’s help to uncover the identity of the killer. A killer who proves that one murder may not be enough to keep the secret hidden.
Buried Roots (Perri Seamore Book 2)
The Cover:
The story:
Perri Seamore visits Virginia with friends for a much-needed getaway between travel nursing assignments. She plans to catch up on her genealogy research, indulge in some relaxation and fun, as well as attend a Civil War Reenactment in which her friend’s husband is participating. Perri spent the previous three months working in Seattle, so she and Nina haven’t had much time to get together. The reenactment is a perfect chance for Tom to take part in his hobby while Nina and Perri get the chance to visit with each other, sight see, and enjoy a vacation in historic Richmond. The event begins as planned, with plenty of people in 19th century dress, kitchens serving foods from the 1860’s, a historically accurate soldier’s camp, and battle demonstrations by Confederate and Union reenactors, but the tone alters dramatically when a murder overshadows the activities. In the aftermath, it becomes clear the danger is still very real but no one knows who is behind it or why. Perri works with Archer Vaughn, a local Virginia State Trooper, to solve the mystery that has its roots deep in the history spanning many generations.
Drawing on the Past (Perri Seamore Book 3)
The Cover:
The story:
When her hospital contract ends unexpectedly, Perri Seamore accepts a spur-of-the-moment position filling in for a home health nurse. Soon after starting the job, she finds there is much more going on in southern Illinois than she anticipated.
Pursuing her interest in genealogical research, Perri entangles herself in a centuries-old mystery surrounding a historic house in a nearly abandoned town, persistent rumors of hidden riches, and the double murder of the home’s owners.
Check out all of Cynthia’s Books
Cynthia has written books in various genres including mystery, thrillers, true crime, historical fiction, even a mystery inspired recipe book, with recipe contributions from fellow authours including Colin Lawson.
So whatever you find interesting there’s going to be something there for you from this new, fresh writer.
If you would like to check out these books and more from this author, you can go to Amazon and discover all the works of Cynthia Raleigh. It’s highly recommended reading.
© Colin Lawson Books