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MURDER.COM, Noir, and Perfect Partnerships
July 13, 2015
David Deutsch sits down with Fresh Fiction to talk about MURDER.COM and the strong
mystery solving duo of Max and Imogen (Ginny).
Jen: Thank you so much for joining us on Fresh Fiction.
David: Thank you for having me. I’m excited to be here!
Jen: MURDER.COM is the beginning of the Max Slade
Thriller series. Max is an interesting character. Intelligent, sarcastic, and
determined, and Ginny, his girlfriend, complements him perfectly. They read each other
well, and I love how they work together. Even though it’s the Max Slade
Thriller series, Ginny really holds her own in this partnership. Did you
initially start out with this strong partnership at that the core of MURDER.COM and if so
what crime-solving couples inspired you?
David: I actually did go into it with the idea of a strong couple. I wanted the
feel of a modern day film noir with quick exchanges, humor and a good mystery to solve.
But, more importantly, I wanted the female lead, in this case Ginny, to be Max’s equal. I
would argue that at some points in the novel she’s even a little more than his equal.
As a kid I loved the show Moonlighting. I loved the way David and Maddie
interacted. The quick wit, the snappy dialogue, the way they complemented each other even
though they often exchanged verbal barbs. I think I wanted to capture that spirit in some
way.
Jen: Without giving away the plot, I want to say that there are quite a few twists
and turns to the story. Do you plot first and then write or just jump into the story and
see where it takes you?
David: That’s a great question. I usually have an idea for the general plot of the
story but all of the twists and turns come organically. I often find the story leads me
into uncharted territory more often than not. And, I like it that way!
Jen: There’s so much to enjoy in MURDER.COM, but what I really like is how quickly I was
pulled into the story. You’ve a talent for jumping right into the mystery and keeping the
pace lively. Part of this is because of snappy dialog between characters. If you could
pick any actor to read Max and Ginny’s dialog, who would they be and why?
David: I think John Slattery, Roger Sterling of Mad Men fame, would be the
quintessential voice of Max. He has a certain delivery that is classy, witty, and self
deprecating. That’s how I often hear Max’s dialogue in my mind.
For Imogen (Ginny), I think Michelle Dockery, Lady Mary of Downton Abbey, would be
fantastic. Her dry delivery would be a perfect complement to John Slattery’s Max and her
posh accent is just spot on! Or, as Ginny would say, “Brilliant!”
Jen: What books are on your nightstand right now?
David: I’m a huge Elmore Leonard fan and I thought that I had read them all but
the other day I found one that I had somehow managed to overlook. So, I’m in the middle
of UNKNOWN MAN
#89.
Jen: Can you give us a sneak peek on Max and Ginny’s next case? What can we look
forward to with these two?
David: Max and Ginny have tied the knot and have opened their own PI agency. When
a dead body shows up at Delmar Country Club they are brought in to solve the case. What
they find are a web of lies, deceit, big money and priceless art. They both still love a
good scotch and with a little luck they might be able to catch the killer before one or
both of the end up in the morgue.
This has been a blast. Thank you again for having me!
Jen: Thank you so much for joining us!
GIVEAWAY
Tell us, readers, who are your favorite mystery solving couples? Leave a comment below
and
be entered for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card!
David Deutsch is an author, sarcasm guru, and wannabe rock star, not necessarily
in that order. He is the author of romantic comedies, crime fiction, mystery and suspense
novels. He's thrilled to be the only guy among the ladies of GHP. When he's not busy
writing you can often find him chasing the sun. He lives in warm weather with his wife
and children.
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New York attorney turned venture capitalist, Max Slade, knows a thing or two about
high-stakes situations. But when the man who stole his ex-fiancée away is murdered, Max
suddenly finds himself in a brand new role: that of prime suspect.
With the threat of prison in his future, Slade turns his hand to investigating and finds
himself digging into the dangerous world of corporate takeovers, high-tech espionage, and
deadly liaisons in the Big Apple. With his girlfriend pushing their relationship, his
past threatening to catch up to him, and a killer closing in, Slade's days are numbered.
But if he can outrun the competition—without spilling his scotch—he may just be able to
outwit a killer. That is, if the killer doesn't catch him first...
Comments
37 comments posted.
Re: MURDER.COM, Noir, and Perfect Partnerships
Since I'm still in the process of waking up here, the only
character that comes to mind for me is the Janet Evanovich
character, Stephanie Plum. However, she is actually paired
with 2 different male characters. One is named Ranger, and
the cop's name escapes me at the moment. This book sounds
like it should be not only a bit of a fun read, but a bit of
a page-turner, and I'm looking forward to reading it.
Congratulations on your book!!
(Peggy Roberson 8:47am July 13, 2015)
Currently, my favorite duo is Alec Hardy and Ellie Miller
from Broadchurch.
(Deb Philippon 8:57am July 13, 2015)
First, congrats on the release David! Looking forward to
reading your book!
I was a big fan of Moonlighting as well :) I also
enjoyed Cagney and Lacey (though not really a "couple"
lol) and, along the same lines, Rizzoli and Isles. Of
course, no crime solving duo discussion would be complete
without Sherlock and Watson :) (in the tv series, Watson
is a woman, does that count? LOL)
Again congrats!!
(Nicole Leiren 9:31am July 13, 2015)
Holmes and Watson
(Marissa Yip-Young 9:51am July 13, 2015)
I'm halfway through this book so far and loving it! I'd have to my current favorite mystery-solving couple are Richard Castle and Kate Beckett--I'm a sucker for Nathan Fillion :)
(Anne Marie Robson 10:12am July 13, 2015)
I like the LAPD detective Harry Bosch series of novels . He is one detective that stays with me .This book sounds like a winner . Thanks for this giveaway .
(Joan Thrasher 11:08am July 13, 2015)
Lily and Rule from the World of the Lupi Series by Eileen Wilks
Not only do they show that they work well together when solving mysteries/crimes, but even with the opposing circumstances and difference cultures, they work well to show that they're the perfect couple.
(Lisa L. 11:41am July 13, 2015)
I have to agree with Anne Marie on Castle and Beckett, but I love your noir
angle also. Who doesn't love Nick and Nora??
(Tracy Comstock 12:04pm July 13, 2015)
My favorite mystery novel couple are Gemma James and Duncan
Kincaid. Incredibly fascinating and talented.
(Sharon Berger 12:04pm July 13, 2015)
I am a big fan of JD Robb's In Death series so Eve Dallas & Peabody... and of course Roarke too!
(Colleen Conklin 12:46pm July 13, 2015)
Agatha Christie's Tommy and Tuppence
(G. Bisbjerg 2:44pm July 13, 2015)
The "Charlie Moon" series....Charlie Moon and his Shaman grandmother....she set him riddles he needed to follow to solve the problems. I think David and Amy Thurlow are the authors. Additionally, J. A. Jance's J.P. Beaumont series whose partner is wheelchair bound.
(Kathleen Bylsma 7:33pm July 13, 2015)
Albert Campion and Amanda Fitton. Alternatively, Albert Campion and
Magersfontein Lugg. :D
(Mary Ann Dimand 7:03am July 14, 2015)
My favorite crime solving pair has to be Janet Evanovichs'
Stephanie Plum. Her partner is either Ranger, Joe Morelli,
or her Grama. I love a good mystery book, can't wait to
read yours!
(Nicole Bouchey 9:21am July 14, 2015)
Castle and Beckett are my current faves.
(Sue Farrell 11:56am July 14, 2015)
I don't have a favorite crime solving couple.
(Pam Howell 12:48pm July 14, 2015)
Castle and Beckett are my favorites.
(Janie McGaugh 1:20pm July 14, 2015)
I am ALWAYS ready for a good mystery, especially if I discover an author who is
new to me!
(Amy Turner 6:18pm July 14, 2015)
I've tried to think about a crime solving couple & couldn't
think of any then I thought of Batman & Robin Not really a
couple, But their was 2 of them.
(Jolynn Rood 9:07pm July 14, 2015)
I would have to choose Stephanie Plum & Ranger!
(Lily Shah 12:34pm July 15, 2015)
I love Beckett and Castle on television and Stephanie and
Ranger to read!
(Lucinda Larson 1:11pm July 15, 2015)
I love Sherlock & Watson, no matter what form they're in!
(Kristine Murphy 3:12pm July 15, 2015)
Hm, hard to pick just one favorite. I love Stephanie Plum &
her guys Morelli & Ranger from Janet Evanovich. On tv, I
enjoy Sharon Raydor & her team from Major Crimes.
Murder.com sounds like a great read & I'm looking forward
to reading it.
(Kay Martinez 3:54pm July 15, 2015)
HEY DAVID. I'M A REGULAR SHERLOCK AND LOOK FORWARD TO SOLVING
YOURS!
(Linda Bass 4:07pm July 15, 2015)
My favorites are Stephanie Plum + Ranger/Morelli, and
Temperance Brennan + Seeley Booth. :)
(Dana Reeder 6:58pm July 15, 2015)
I like Temperance Brennan & Seeley Booth from TV
(Cathy Truman 9:22pm July 15, 2015)
I always loved the Hart to Hart tv series. Not sure who I would
pick in novels.
(Renee Grandinetti 10:53pm July 15, 2015)
Since many of my favorite couples were already posted, I'd like to add a classic
pairing, Nick and Nora Charles.
(Sue Ahn 5:35am July 16, 2015)
Moonlighting is good, so are Nick and Nora Charles from the Thin Man series, and Tommy and Tuppence are great too. Sherlock and Watson are classics.
(Cynthia Powers 6:15am July 16, 2015)
I enjoy reading mysteries, but can't think of any special couple to recommend.
(Anna Speed 1:20pm July 16, 2015)
Holmes and Watson
(Sabine Blanch 1:21pm July 16, 2015)
My favorite mystery solving couple is Amelia Peabody and Radcliffe Emerson.
(Catherine Maguire 2:58pm July 16, 2015)
Eve Dallas & Roarke, Temperance Brennen and Andrew Ryan,
Sherlock & Watson
(Donna Antonio 3:11pm July 16, 2015)
Nick and Nora
(MaryEllen Hanneman 3:26pm July 16, 2015)
I love Max and Ginny. I just finished this book a couple of
days ago and I loved it. The writing is fantastic. The
relationship between these two is intricate and sweet and
awesome chemistry. You will never guess who the killer is!
(Denise Austin 10:35pm July 16, 2015)
Congrats on the new release! My favorite mystery solving couples are Sherlock Holmes & Watson, Eve Dallas & Roarke, and Temperance Brennan & Seeley Booth.
(Bonnie H 11:01am July 29, 2015)
I've gotta go with Fox Mulder and Dana Scully from the X-Files. They're my
absolute favorite. However, I am also a big Sherlock Holmes and John Watson
fan.
(Alice Hunter 12:15pm August 3, 2015)
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