Karen’s Killer Fixin’s **AUTHOR SPECIAL** with BONNIE VANAK!
Welcome to my Friday bonus feature called Karen’s Killer Fixin’s **Author Special**!! Today, instead of one of my recipes, I will introduce you to a new author who will share a favorite recipe. Not only will you and I occasionally learn how to make something new and delicious, but we’ll also get a chance to check out some fantastic authors. Introducing author BONNIE VANAK and her favorite recipe for SUNSHINE BARBECUE CHICKEN!
COLTON’S FIRESTORM
The Coltons of Dark Canyon Book 4
BY BONNIE VANAK
Blurb
He saved her life once
Can he do it again?
Fern Hensley, a guarded loner, wakes up in the hospital with amnesia. All she can recall is smoke, flames and Ryan Colton, the courageous firefighter who rescued her from the inferno. Her trapped memories are the key to finding her kidnappers. She won’t be safe until she unlocks them, and Ryan feels compelled to shelter her while she endures the trauma of remembering. Driven by his own haunted past, Ryan quickly realizes that his need for atonement isn’t the only thing compelling him to protect Fern. But as danger closes in and sparks ignite between them, can Ryan find absolution…and keep Fern alive?
COLTON’S FIRESTORM
The Coltons of Dark Canyon Book 4
BY BONNIE VANAK
Hot stuff
By Bonnie Vanak
A handsome, sexy firefighter is determined to protect the amnesiac woman he rescued from being burned alive by her kidnappers in a fiery shack.
That’s the premise behind my latest Colton book, Colton’s Firestorm. Ryan Colton saved Fern Hensley from a roaring blaze in an old wood shack where her kidnappers left her to die. Traumatized by the experience, she has no memory.
Colton Firestorm is Book 4 of Harlequin’s Romantic Suspense series the Coltons of Dark Canyon. Set in the dramatic, imposing landscape of Utah, the book delves into the mystery behind Fern’s abduction, and Ryan’s own past trauma in failing to save someone. Fern doesn’t trust easily. A recovering alcoholic and loner, she has successfully overcome a toxic childhood to become her own independent person. The kidnapping makes her realize someone is after her and will not stop until she is dead.
Fern was a challenging character to write. She has past trauma from a childhood she’d rather forget. Ryan is drawn to her strength, dignity and fierce survival instincts. He wants to protect her from those who would hurt her again, but it will take courage and help from the Colton family to discover those who wish to kill Fern.
As a firefighter, one of Ryan’s chores is cooking at the firehouse. Often firefighters eat together on a shift. Ryan would enjoy the recipes from my late sister-in-law, who was an excellent cook. Sissy could turn out savory dishes that would please a house filled with hungry firefighters. At Christmas, she would create a feast for her family. Sadly, she died several years ago, but she left me a wonderful gift – a booklet of her favorite recipes. I’ll share with you a classic: See Recipe Below.
About Author Bonnie Vanak…
Bonnie Vanak is a multi-published author of contemporary romantic suspense for Harlequin. She also has published paranormal and historical romance novels. After a career in journalism, she became a writer for an international charity, traveling to poor countries like Haiti to write about issues affecting the poor. When the strain of her job demanded a diversion, she turned to her childhood dream of writing books. Bonnie lives in Florida with her husband and one rescue dog.
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Links to Bonnie’s website, blog, books, #ad, etc.:
Amazon Kindle: https://amzn.to/3PMnStS
Amazon Paperback: https://amzn.to/43fNtyq
Website: www.bonnievanak.com
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I hope you enjoy Bonnie’s favorite recipe on Karen’s Killer Fixin’s today. Happy Eating!
Karen
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SUNSHINE BARBECUE CHICKEN
[Makes 4 Servings]
Prep time: 6 minutes
Cooking time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
1 Reynolds oven bag, large size (14×20)
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite)
¼ cup orange juice
8 skinless chicken pieces
Preheat oven to 350. Shake flour in oven bag; place in 12x9x2 inch baking pan. Next, add barbecue sauce and orange juice to the bag. Squeeze the bag to blend in flour. Add chicken to the bag. Turn the bag to coat the chicken with the sauce. Arrange chicken in an even layer.
Close the bag with a nylon tie; cut 6 1/2 inch slits in the top. Bake until chicken is tender, about 40 to 45 minutes. To serve, stir in barbecue sauce and spoon over chicken. Enjoy!
Happy Reading!
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Thanks so much for sharing your book and yummy recipe.
Welcome back to Karen’s Killer Fixin’s, Bonnie. I’m intrigued by the blurb and storyline. I can’t wait to read this book. Thanks for sharing it with us today.
Thanks, too, for sharing your favorite recipe. Can’t wait to try this one either.
great blurb…love amnesia trope
Recipe sounds as if it would be great with just the OJ, thanks!