**UPDATE: Winner of the Kindle fire is: Bryan Coppage from North Carolina!

Sue Duffy is back with a brand new three book series, Red Returning. The first release, The Sound of Red Returning, is a breathless and unexpected tale. After losing everyone she loves, concert pianist Liesl Bower has nowhere to go but to escape into her music. Searching for the peace she usually finds in her concertos and sonatas, Liesl can’t shake the feeling that she is being haunted by her past. As she’s giving a concert for the president in Washington, D.C., she looks out into the audience to see a man that she’s seen before — the night her professor was attacked — and now he’s back!

Romantic Times gives it 4 Stars: Book one in the Red Returning series starts out just right with political intrigue, suspense and just enough romance to keep readers guessing and interested. Well-defined secondary characters add that extra zing to the plot.

Publisher’s Weekly: The pop-pop-pop of surprise resolutions at the end makes a fine coda.

To celebrate, Sue has teamed up with her publisher, Kregel Publications, for the "Red Returning" Giveaway! One winner will receive a brand new Kindle Fire!

{More About Sue}

Sue Duffy is an award-winning writer whose work has appeared in Moody Magazine, The Presbyterian Journal, Sunday Digest, and The Christian Reader. She is the author of Mortal Wounds (Barbour, 2001) and Fatal Loyalty (Kregel, 2010). Sue has also contributed to Stories for a Woman’s Heart (Multnomah). She and her husband, Mike, have three grown children. Find out more at www.sueduffybooks.com.

{More About The Sound of Red Returning}

After losing everyone she loves, concert pianist Liesl Bower has nowhere to go but to escape into her music. Searching for the peace she usually finds in her concertos and sonatas, Liesl can’t shake the feeling that she is being haunted by her past . . . and by someone following her. When she spots a familiar and eerie face in the audience of a concert she’s giving for the president in Washington, DC, the scariest day of her life comes back to her with a flash. It has been fifteen years since Liesl watched her beloved Harvard music mentor assaulted on a dark night in Moscow and just as long since the CIA disclosed to her that he’d been spying for Russia. She had seen that man--that eerie face--the night Professor Devoe was attacked. And now he’s back--and coming for her.

On the run and struggling to rely on the protection of CIA agent Ava Mullins and handsome newspaper reporter Cade O’Brien, Liesl learns she is the prey of an underground cell of Russian KGB agents determined to restore their country to its former Soviet might. But what she doesn’t know is that she is in possession of something--a piece of sheet music--that Russian intelligence is now frantic to find. Inside that music is a secret code, the hidden transcriptions of her deceased mentor, that clearly identify a Russian mole operating inside Israel’s Department of Defense, a mole with enough power and access to execute a daring assassination that no one would see coming.

Caught in a deadly conflict between American and Russian undercover agents, this innocent young pianist is just trying to survive her own personal trauma. Through it all, Liesl must learn that no matter how dark her world grows or how fiercely her enemies pursue her, God is still in control--if only she can yield herself to His grace. Read an excerpt.

{More About the "Red Returning" Giveaway}

Sue and her publisher, Kregel Publications, are giving away a “Red Returning” prize package worth over $200 to one lucky winner!!!! (1/23-2/11)

Enter the Sue Duffy’s Giveaway today and you could win:

* A brand new Kindle Fire with Wi-Fi
* The Sound of Red Returning by Sue Duffy

To enter click one of the icons below. But, hurry! The giveway ends on 2/11.  Sue will be announcing the winner of the “Red Returning” Giveaway on February 13th on the Litfuse website!

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{Blog Tour Schedule}

1/23

Michele at My Life & Kids Library I love a story where God is just working in the background/behind the scenes and the main character finally realizes it at the end of their ordeal and totally gives their life to God. It's always nice when they find their true love when they have been through so much that they think they will never love again. I can't wait to read the next installment of this story!

Holly at 2 Kids and Tired Books I enjoyed this novel so much. These characters are likeable and you care for them immediately. The intrigue and suspense are fast paced, but perfect and not predictable. I loved the musical aspect and the cleverness of sending codes through sheet music. Amazing. I am thrilled that this is the first in a trilogy and I look forward to more from Sue Duffy.

Tina's Book Reviews I loved the way Duffy mixed romance, music and the intense mystery all together creating a intriguing character in Liesel who as a result of the past and present time periods, we see grow as a character. The best aspect is the actual reveal, I love when a book surprises me after I think I've solved it.

Amy at A Nest in the Rocks It's not easy to achieve the perfect balance of suspense and romance, of intrigue and honesty, of double agents and forgiveness, but that is exactly what Sue Duffy has done in The Sound of Red Returning. Definitely not predictable, this suspenseful story will keep you on your toes as you try to determine exactly whom is spying for whom and just who has no hidden angles.

1/24

Becky at In The Pages The story is fast-paced and full of action. All of the musical themes are wonderful and for those of you that enjoy a little love story - yep, there's that as well! Duffy's first novel in this series is page-turner!

Abi at 4 the LOVE of BOOKS If you want a WOW Book with suspense each turn of the page as the plot thickens then this is the book for you. It is definitely a page turn, can't put it down type of book.

Pam at Southern Gal Loves to Read To use a well-worn cliche, she "had me" at page one and never lost me up to the very end. Intrigue, suspense, danger, and romance all came together into a well-crafted story that was hard to put down.

Valentina at Carabosse's Library The suspense keeps you reading, as the plot tightens around Liesl. Once the story gets started, it’s hard to put down.

1/25

Nise' at Under the Boardwalk The novel was fast paced and kept me guessing.

Janelle at Cole Clan Adventures There is a great deal of action in this book, suspense and, of course, a sprinkling of romance. You cannot help but love the characters. They are real and could be people you know. They are instantly likeable, and you want to keep going along in the journey with them.

Julie at More Of Him Word of caution: Do not start reading this book just before wanting to go to sleep because you won't be able to put it down. This story had me with the first page and I never lost interest.

1/26

Melanie at Christian Bookshelf Reviews

Tammi at Our Homeschooling Pilgrimage I enjoyed this story very much, The characters are very likable and and I fell in love with them right away.

Lena at Christian Writer's World Author interview and book giveaway!

1/27

Christine at The IE Mommy Duffy writes an inspiring story of one young woman’s courage in the face of fear when the past she thought was behind her collides with her present. She successfully draws you into her story where you find intrigue and suspense along with a depth not often found in books with these elements.

Mocha with Linda Spies, counterspies, CIA agents, political intrigue, dysfunctional family baggage, and a hint of romance all intertwine in this captivating book, and an unexpected twist at the end leaves potential for an upcoming sequel.

Kim at Window To My World Sue Duffy’s novel is a great read, and one I am thrilled to recommend to my readers!

1/28

Vic's Media Room Duffy has given us a unique thriller that will keep you on the edge of your chair as you read and flip pages as fast as possible.

1/30

Joy at Splashes Of Joy This is a wonderful thriller that will warm your heart, and you are sure to enjoy! Go grab a copy to read and enjoy for yourself!

Jeremy at Christian Fiction Addiction A finely tuned and well-orchestrated suspense novel, The Sound of Red Returning held me spellbound from the opening chapter.

Carrie at Our Blessed Chaos Have you ever read a book that is so well written that at the height of the scene your heartrate actually speeds up? This is one of those books...except better, because there are several of those twisting tension filled moments!!!

Laura at Lighthouse Academy THE SOUND OF RED RETURNING is the first book I’ve read by Sue Duffy. It is book one in the Red Returning trilogy, and a very nice start.

2/1

Wendy at Minding Spot The Sound of Red Returning is a titillating romantic suspense that had me up late burning the midnight oil. The characters just leap to life from the pages; their depiction is so realistic. Emotional, heartfelt, inspiring and fraught with tension, The Sound of Red Returning is a vastly entertaining read!

Kaylea at My Scrappy Life I found this to be a well written book. It has a strong plot line that will keep your attention.

Aizess at Homeschool Journal Sue Duffy has spun an intriguing web of mystery and suspense! She had me guessing until near the end. Once I thought I figured out who the Russian moles were, Sue would throw another surprise my way. And the presence of an additional unknown person amped-up the mystery even more!

Patricia at (Live and) Dream a little dream In this story you feel a participant and if at times you hold your breath as the story unfolds, you continuously feel the adrenaline flowing through your veins! Your senses are involved 100%!

Annette at A Well-Watered Garden I really, really, liked this book!

2/2

Krystal at Live To Read ~Krystal This novel is exciting and fast-paced, the reader will be hard-pressed to find a slow excerpt in the entire novel. The different environments and settings will serve to make the novel more exciting and innovative. The reader has many more books to look forward to from this author!

Whitney at Rambles of a SAHM 

Dina at 4 Lettre Words The Sound of Red Returning is a fast-paced thriller with relatable characters. I always enjoy CIA/Spy-themed books, so this one went quickly for me. (Pretty sure I finished it in 3 nights.) A surprise to me, was the included romance. It was very believable, tho. There is also plenty of God-based faith throughout the story. I very much look forward to reading the next book!

Lori at Morning Glories and Moonflowers If you enjoy fast paced, thrilling stories set in exotic locations, The Sound of Red Returning is for you!

2/3

Katie at Legacy of a Writer There was suspense, a bit of mystery, and a journey of healing hurts and redemption.

Dani at Elle in Organic Shoes It’s no wonder the Romantic Times gave the Sound of Red Returning 4 Stars. As Book 1 in the Red Returning Series Sue Duffy knows how to capture an audience and take them on a gripping journey full of suspense and mystery.

Stacie at Hobbit Door I must admit I was pleasantly surprised. I could not put this book down after picking it up. It was very well written with some fascinating and surprising plot twists. I did not expect the plot twists (always a good sign). It had good pacing and I did not feel like quality was sacrificed by the length. There was sufficient fleshing out of each character without getting lost in rabbit trails. 

Chrystal at Book Loving Girl I loved how we're thrust into the action right from the start. I was flipping through the pages of this book as fast as I could read. Especially when I got to the middle, I was literally unable to set it down. There were times when I could just feel the tension oozing through it's pages.

2/4

Pam at Daysong Reflections It grabbed me and took me for an incredibly suspense filled ride.

Joan at Book Reviews from an Avid Reader A well crafted book.

2/6

Hattie at Everything Has A Purpose This Christian fiction novel, The Sound of Red Returning, made me meditate on my prayer life. It is not easy to grab for Jesus while running from danger. It is so much easier to learn about His character while life is quiet and simple.

Lizzie at A Dusty Frame I enjoyed reading the story and trying to figure out the mystery–which I couldn’t until the end when the author put the pieces together!

Jill at Frugal Plus 

Jetties Ramblings I love the suspense in this book, and how it keeps building. Sue Duffy makes you feel you are right there in the dark, trying to escape the danger.

2/7

The Bookish Dame Reviews From the first gripping chapter until the last, you will find yourself flying through this book.

Becky at Christian Chick's Thoughts The Sound of Red Returning is an intriguing, action-packed story that kept me guessing. I enjoyed the twists and turns, and I never quite had everything figured out!

Donna at Books and Such This is the first book in a new series by Sue Duffy, and it has me hooked for the rest! I really enjoyed the characters, suspense, and story. They seemed realistic and the story flowed nicely. I love the double-agent twist that leaves you with questions and concerns. This book is great for readers of suspense and for book groups that enjoy multi-layered discussions

2/8

Leticia at My Daily Trek This book has some great moments of suspense and believe it or not a blooming romance in the midst of all the chaos.

Kelli at The Zen of Motherhood Sue Duffy's The Sound of Red Returning is a good old-fashioned spy novel that is a blast to read. Filled with unexpected plot twists, the tale keeps you guessing from beginning to end. The best part of the book, however, is its truly likable characters. The Sound of Red Returning is a page-turner that I really enjoyed.

Andrew's Blog If you're looking for a new mystery story to discover then look no farther and read this one! Come on and jump right in and help uncover the identity of the mole! Sue Duffy has written the next bestselling mystery series!

VE @ Duncan Heights The writing was the high point for me, and the music.

2/9

Pamela at I Read. Do You? The Sound of Red Returning is suspenseful and exciting, but it is also romantic and sweet.

Tammy is Blessed The storyline was fantastic and I loved that I thought I had the mystery figured out, only to realize that I didn't - but it was still believable. That's a hard balance to achieve! Loved the characters and felt that they were well developed as well as relatable and realistic.

Maureen's Musings Once you open this book it will grab your immediate attention.

Andi at Radiant Light This was a very intriguing and interesting book. It pulled me right in from the beginning. Liesel was a character that you care about right from the beginning. The love story is not mushy or overly done. There is lots of action to keep you on the edge of your seat. This was the first book I have read of Sue Duffy, but it won't be my last! I highly recommend it!

2/10

Reviews By Molly Sue Duffy has brought her readers a novel that is not only the start to a sure-to-be fantastic new series, but a novel that will move you completely and wholly, following the characters lives as if they were your own. The intense complexity that Ms. Duffy uses to create both the plot line and Lisle’s character is truly stunning. This book is a twist of emotional ups, downs and messages that will leave the reader reflecting on this book for a long time to come.

Amber at Living in Whitehead's Zoo The story flows nicely and is full of suspense. You grip your seat as you try to solve the mystery who is the mole? Who is hunting Liesel? Sue Duffy did a great job with this one and I would gladly pick up another.

Michelle at Life in Review The writing is superb and the story will hook you from start to finish. The story is complex and the characters are vivid and realistic.

Marjorie at The Writer's Tool The characters are well developed; the plot moves along, leaving me breathless at times. And I love the spiritual thread that moves through the story as well. Sue Duffy has done a masterful job at spinning a spy thriller that holds the reader's attention through the last page.

2/11

Crystal at Just Another Book Lovin' Girl I loved how we're thrust into the action right from the start. I was flipping through the pages of this book as fast as I could read. Especially when I got to the middle, I was literally unable to set it down. There were times when I could just feel the tension oozing through it's pages.

Kate at Fuzzy Black Slippers & a Pink Hoodie The Sound of Red Returning, is a breathless and unexpected tale.

Kianna's Korner Sue's writing is well- expressed and eloquent. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys and well-written mystery.