Murder, Mystery and Mayhem Laced with Morality

C.J. Toca enjoys writing suspense and mystery fiction with an eye toward spiritual or mystical aspects of life.

So it should be of no surprise that The Secret Heir contained both a spiritual and mystical component. If readers enjoyed that aspect of the book, Toca’s next work, the prequel, The Vacant Seat is a spiritual mystery, setting the stage for the adventures and relationships between Stefania, Thomas, Greschenko and Anatoly and others in The Secret Heir.  As some reviewers have pointed out, hints abound in The Secret Heir relating to their past adventure and relationships, and new ones to come in the sequel to The Secret Heir, The Lost Painting.

Toca enjoys settings which are somewhat unique and not often used, such as rural and urban New Jersey, rural Scotland, Malta, the Cape Verde Islands, Brazil and Turkmenistan, rural  Arizona, and Mexico, in The Secret Heir. The Vacant Seat transports the reader to Italy, but also again to rural Scotland, and Brazil, Toca’s intent is to paint a description of the locales to hopefully transport the reader there. Toca enjoys reading fiction and non-fiction, is an Anglophile, and religion, art, and history buff.

Make sure to check out this author : https://cjtoca.com/

You can listen to the podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, or visit my website www.drkatherinehayes.com💗

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What happens when ordinary lives are thrust into extraordinary moments that shape a nation?

In this compelling episode of Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem Laced with Morality, we sit down with historian and storyteller David Jones III, whose passion for the Revolutionary War era breathes life into the untold human stories behind America’s founding. With a B.A. in History from Indiana University, David masterfully explores the intersection of courage, consequence, and choice—revealing how the decisions of everyday individuals helped shape the course of history.

As the United States commemorates its 250th anniversary, David’s work serves as both a tribute and a reminder: history is not just about events—it’s about people, purpose, and the moral weight of every decision.

✨ In this episode, we explore:
• The power of storytelling in preserving history
• How moral choices define both individuals and nations
• The untold, human side of the Revolutionary War
• Why history still matters today

🎧 Tune in and discover how the past continues to speak into our present.

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www.davidjones3.com

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What happens when storytelling becomes a bridge between culture, faith, and identity?
In this powerful episode of Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem Laced with Morality, I sit down with the incredible Edwina Perkins—award-winning author, editor, mentor, and fierce advocate for inclusive storytelling within Christian publishing.
With her highly anticipated debut novel, The Colors of Home, set to release, Edwina shares the heart behind her work—why representation matters, how stories can heal, and what it truly means to champion diverse voices with authenticity and grace.
As co-director of the Blue Ridge Mountain Christian Writers Conference, Edwina has helped shape countless writers through mentoring moments and sensitivity guidance—ensuring stories are not only told, but told well.
✨ In this episode, we discuss:
• The inspiration behind The Colors of Home
• Writing across cultures with care and responsibility
• The importance of diverse voices in faith-based storytelling
• Her journey as an author, educator, and mentor
• And yes… a little mystery, meaning, and moral reflection along the way

When she’s not writing or coaching others, Edwina is soaking up her favorite role—being “Nona” to her two grandchildren 💛
This conversation is rich, thought-provoking, and one you don’t want to miss. Stay in touch with Edwina: https://www.edwinaperkins.com/
🎧 Tune in now and be inspired to tell stories that truly matter.
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In this compelling episode of Murder, Mystery, & Mayhem Laced with Morality, we sit down with Pat Daily—CEO of Boundary Layer, Inc., former Air Force test pilot, NASA engineer, and author of The SPARK Chronicles.

From piloting high-risk missions to shaping the future of human performance and safety, Pat brings a rare perspective forged in environments where every decision matters. His work spans the Space Shuttle and International Space Station programs, global consulting in high-risk industries, and pioneering advancements in electric and hydrogen-powered aviation.

But beyond the science and innovation lies a deeper story…

A storyteller at heart, Pat explores the intersection of technology, identity, and consequence through his near-future science fiction series—raising powerful questions about what it means to be human in an increasingly complex world.

In this episode, we dive into:
✨ High-stakes decision making under pressure
✨ The psychology of risk and human performance
✨ The moral implications of emerging technologies
✨ How storytelling reveals truth in ways data never can

Whether you’re drawn to mystery, fascinated by innovation, or searching for meaning in the chaos, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.

🎧 Tune in and discover how morality weaves through even the most advanced frontiers of science and survival. Stay in touch with Pat Daily: https://thepatdaily.com/about-elementor
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His novel Cryonic Dreams: Awakening takes us to the year 2169, where Dr. Michelle Brown performs a groundbreaking cryogenic procedure that reanimates a woman who died 133 years earlier.
But when Maryanne awakens with no memory of her past, her existence becomes the spark that ignites something far more dangerous.
Sabotage.
Disappearance.
Murder accusations.
A conspiracy that reaches across planets.
As the remnants of a sinister global order known as AASID rise again, Dr. Brown and her allies are forced to flee Gemini City for Mars, chasing the truth hidden within Maryanne’s forgotten life.
In a world where resurrection isn’t a miracle—but a statement—one question remains: Who is Maryanne… and why does someone want her story buried?
Join us as we explore science, morality, power, and the mysteries that emerge when humanity dares to outwit death.
Connect with our author at: www.johnrcarlos.com.au
🎧 Listen now and step into a future where the past refuses to stay buried.
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