Promo: No Good Deeds by E.J. McKenna

Today, I'm delighted to welcome author E.J. McKenna to Ruins & Reading. We're sharing a short but enticing excerpt from her new novel, No Good Deeds. If you love feisty, kick-ass heroines, check this out!

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No Good Deeds

by E.J. McKenna

Excerpt:

Annie turned quietly. “You know,” she whispered, shifting onto her haunches; rifle butted to her shoulder, “I don’t believe it when folk say, “it’s better to have loved and lost”. I ain’t ever loved and I really don’t think I’m missin’ out.”


With a CRACK of her rifle, and the distant thud of her target, she pulled herself on to her feet. “I mean, there’s enough pain in this world through other means, I don’t need more.”

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Blurb:

1893. Annie Schaeffer is no stranger to violence. Born of an outlaw father, she was sold to a traveling show at the age of six, now finally escaping as an adult.


On the run and wounded, she finds an unlikely ally in Nathan Healey – a member of the Needham Boys gang.


As she earns her place among the outlaws, Annie’s survival hinges on her lethal skills and growing bond with Nathan.


Nate's moral compass shifts with his circumstances, especially when those he loves are involved. Upon meeting Annie, he finds himself drawn to a woman determined to live differently to the expectations others place upon her; to live freely and fairly. The way he has always wanted.


Annie's quest for independence takes a dark turn as the gang begins to collapse. Betrayal runs deep, and the cost of trust is high.


No Good Deeds is a gripping tale of resilience and retribution in the untamed West, where loyalty is fleeting and justice is won at the barrel of a gun. Annie Schaeffer's story is one of fierce determination, as she battles her past and the outlaws who seek to control her fate.



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About the Author:

 

E.J. McKenna


E.J. McKenna is a freelance writer in the UK with a great interest in American History, and a degree in English and American Literature with Creative Writing from the University of Kent.

At the end of 2023, she co-created a creative writing app for people of all ages to improve their writing skills in a fun, relaxed environment.

 
 
Born and raised in the UK, but a lover of traveling, she has a fascination with all social history across different countries and cultures. One of her favourite historical periods is the Victorian era, especially with United States history.

"The juxtaposition between the established countries of Europe, and the new world of America is fascinating to me. So many people trying to survive harsh frontier life, while trying to continue the uptight decorum of Victorian society."

A huge advocate for feminism and human equity, her writing centres around determined female protagonists in traditionally male roles, tackling the perceptions of women in history. Her strong female protagonists go out of their way to change their society's expectations for the fairer.


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