SPOILERS AHEAD. I’ve hidden this page–and even given it a vague title–to keep those who haven’t read “The Deepest of Secrets” from stumbling over it. If you somehow have, please turn back now 🙂
If you know someone who also wants these answers, feel free to pass them the link. Please do not post any of these details online. There will be a more formal announcement of the new series this spring. For now, shhh… People are still reading 😉
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Still here? Then you’ve read “The Deepest of Secrets” and know that Rockton is no more. Literally no more, having been not only closed down but physically dismantled.
I have always said that I won’t continue a series past the point where my narrator has accomplished the primary goal, and for Rockton, that was solving the mystery of the hostiles and breaking free from the council’s control.
As readers could see the series winding down, they made it clear they weren’t done with these characters. My publisher also wasn’t done with the series and asked me to consider a spin-off. I happily pitched them a concept. I had the trifecta I needed to continue: readers wanted more, the publisher wanted more, and I was happy to write more.
As a reader, you may be saying you’re done, thanks. And that’s okay! I know that some readers feel an obligation to continue reading a series even after they’ve tired of it, and that’s where Deepest really can mark the end point. Rockton is now a complete series, and those readers can set it aside and move on.
For those who want to return, I’m sure you know what my “spin-off” will be. In Deepest, Casey and Eric committed to the huge step of creating their own Rockton, where they can feel they are fulfilling the promise they make to residents–that they have come to a place of sanctuary. Their new town name reflects that: Haven’s Rock (for sanctuary and a shout-out to its origins)
How well does this plan go? Well, the first book will be called “Murder at Haven’s Rock” LOL Don’t blame Casey and Eric too quickly–they’re still living down south when they’re called in to investigate the disappearance of two construction crew members. But this is a mystery series, and Casey and Eric are going to discover that being in charge doesn’t mean being in control. It just means that when things go wrong, you don’t have anyone else to blame. There will be a learning curve as they deal with their new environment, new neighbors and new procedures for vetting residents.
I’m also planning a novella to bridge the two series (taking place between the two.) There will be a mystery. It might not be murder (they really do need a break.) I haven’t decided whether it will be from Casey’s POV or another character’s (Eric? April? Isabel?) If you have a preference–Casey’s POV or another specific characters, please comment below.
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I would love from Eric POV,
I would like to hear from Eric and Casey POV
I would like to see something from Eric’s POV. I think growing up like he did would make for an interesting narrator.
I’m so excited! I would love a novella in Eric’s or Isabel’s POV
Can’t wait! Loved the Rockton series.
Eric’s POV, please! And thank you for continuing on. I was so sad that this could be the end. I’m still not over the Otherworld series ending and it’s been years!
April…something different?
Or Caseys
I would love to read something in Eric’s prospective.
April…something different?
Or Caseys
Definitely from Eric’s pov please loved
the whole series, and what’s a Kelley Armstrong series without novellas! Can’t wait for the spin off AND the novella
honestly, I dont care! it can be any of them i love them all, and cant wait!
So very excited. I love the idea of Erics point of view!
Very happy that you’re continuing with these characters,and looking forward to seeing them bring their dream to fruition! They all have so much to offer, and it’s really enjoyable to see how they problem solve and support each other (and put up with one another’s quirks).
I’d love it if Eric could narrate the novella. Most of his dialogue tends to be simple and gruff to maintain his tough sheriff image (with the exception of his conversations with Casey), but it’s obvious he’s deeply intelligent and there’s a lot going on in his mind. Living through his thoughts and perspectives would be very interesting. Maybe we’d even get a little more glimpse into his past through the memories and feelings he doesn’t feel comfortable sharing out loud 😉
I think we absolutely need it from Eric’s POV!
I would also love to hear something from Eric’s POV! Very excited to hear this isn’t quite the end
Eric’s point of view, from me too!
I am beyond excited to have the continuation AND a novella! I would like to have the POV for the novella from Eric or Isabel, please.
So happy the series is spinning by off. I would it to stay Casey.
I would love something from Eric’s POV.
Would love to read something in Eric’s point of view.
Love this! I love that it’s an end and a beginning! The feeling of having something nicely wrapped up but also the option to carry on with the characters! Can’t wait to see how things go!