{What's On Your Kindle?} Karen Charles on Blazing Upheaval

In the heart of the tumultuous Rodney King riots in Los Angeles, a dedicated teacher finds herself thrust into a hazardous situation. Struggling to navigate the chaos and reach safety on the freeway, she faces dangerous obstacles that jeopardize her life. An unexpected rescue during a brutal attack plunges her, her family, and two other families into a chilling series of enigmatic events and escalating violence.

As the city grapples with unrest, they are entangled in a web of mysteries swiftly building in intensity. In the turmoil, their bonds of family, loyalty, and love are put to the ultimate test. The tension mounts relentlessly until an unforeseen revelation, coinciding with the cataclysmic Northridge earthquake, irrevocably changes their lives forever.

This gripping true-story thriller delivers suspenseful twists and heart-pounding moments, weaving a narrative of family resilience, solidarity, and enduring love in the face of daunting circumstances. It is a tale that illuminates the strength found within the human spirit when confronted with extraordinary challenges.

Blazing Upheaval is available at Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0BMM6BXLG.

Karen Charles transforms real-life narratives into gripping fiction thrillers. Her novels intricately weave the threads of truth into a tapestry of suspense, intrigue, and riveting storytelling. An educator by profession, she is renowned for her thriller “Fateful Connections,” which unfolds against the backdrop of 9/11. “Blazing Upheaval” promises to deliver another chilling, heart-pounding experience. Karen and her husband reside on the serene shores of a beautiful bay in Washington, where she draws inspiration for her compelling narratives. Explore her insights and musings on the writer’s life through her blogs on “My Life As A Writer” at www.weaveofsuspense.com.

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Welcome, Karen! Your book, Blazing Upheaval, sounds absolutely awesome. Can you tell us the story behind that intriguing title?  

 Karen:  The setting of Blazing Upheaval is in Los Angeles during the Rodney King riots and the Northridge earthquake. “Blazing” describes the riots and “Upheaval” describes the earthquake.

Can you tell us a little about your main characters?

Karen: The main character in the story is Tiffany Carter. She is medium height, athletic, graceful, long strawberry blond hair, sparkling blue eyes, and attractive with a beautiful smile. She teaches at Leo Politi Elementary School in the central area of Los Angeles. She includes teaching Djembe drum rhythms to her second-grade class. It relieves their tension and helps them focus. 

The other characters in the story are her family and others thrown into the horrific events of the Rodney King riots.

 Where is your book set and why did you choose that particular location?

Karen:  As a former teacher who lived through the Rodney King riots and the Northridge earthquake in Los Angeles, I witnessed firsthand the tumult and the recovery that followed. These events were not just historical footnotes but lived experiences that profoundly affected individuals and communities. The courage, solidarity, and determination I saw inspired me to capture these moments in a way that honors the real-life heroes who navigated through them.

What part would you say was the most exciting to write about?

Karen: I find it exciting to ensure my characters have emotional and psychological depth by exploring their fears, hopes, and coping mechanisms. This is particularly important in this story set against the backdrop of traumatic events.

Of all the characters, who are you going to miss the most?

Karen: Tiffany, the teacher. 

What's next for you?

Karen: I have started writing another thriller, only this one will be a psychological thriller.