November is the month of the full Snow Moon. If the lovers in my new release DESERT FEVER by Adele Dubois were driving through the Mojave Desert in Marybeth’s convertible, the moon would cast bright light over the Joshua Trees ahead. Marybeth and Jake would hear the sounds of coyotes, mountain lions, crickets, and katydids in the distance. The ‘booming’ noise of the Kelso Sand Dunes, where rose quartz particles and residual sand collide to form a distinctive pink, would echo in the cool autumn air. The citrus fragrance of ragged rock flowers that grow through cliff side cracks would scent the night.
The November full moon will arrive November 13, 2008, when the astrological calendar is in Taurus. The full Snow Moon is also called Frost Moon or Fog Moon, due to the month’s predominant weather pattern, and Beaver Moon in American backwoods tradition. I like the sound of Snow Moon best, because its name is the most romantic.
The Joshua Tree is the symbol of the Mojave Desert; the only American desert where these trees will grow. The full moon is a symbol of love. The Celts called November the time of beginnings and endings, and I think Marybeth and Jake would agree. Their love began in the Mojave Desert, where DESERT FEVER is set; the place Marybeth found Jake after his motorcycle became disabled.
What about the hero and heroine’s ending? In romance, there can be only one.
Happily-Ever-After, of course.
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November 13th, 2008 at 6:56 am
I LOVE the Mojave; we didn’t get to see it at night, but in daylight it’s breathtaking. Thanks for bringing it back to life for me, Adele! Can’t wait to meet Jake and Marybeth!!
November 13th, 2008 at 6:57 am
Hey Adele, I’m enjoying your book. I started it yesterday and I could feel the heat of the desert.
November 13th, 2008 at 8:03 am
Bought it, now I just have to find the time to read it since I’m under deadline! But I can’t wait! Congrats, Adele!
November 13th, 2008 at 8:47 am
What beautiful descriptions of the desert. I haven’t spent much time in that area, but I remeber the sunsets. Ahhh… Spectacular.
Desert Fever sounds awesome and I know you’re a fabulous writer. I predict much success!
Ash
November 13th, 2008 at 11:14 am
Carla, Steph, Judi, and Ashlyn,
Thank you so much for visiting and for your kind comments. I hope you enjoy DESERT FEVER. I have a special fondness for this book and am keeping my fingers crossed that readers love it.
Best–Adele Dubois
November 13th, 2008 at 4:59 pm
Adele,
I can’t wait to read Desert Fever. I love the desert, especially the Southwest desert. I know I’ll love Desert Fever. Good luck.
Carolyn Matkowsky/Cara Marsi
November 14th, 2008 at 5:17 am
Cara, Thanks for your visit and kind note of support. I hope you enjoy DESERT FEVER!
Best–Adele Dubois
November 14th, 2008 at 4:06 pm
Thank you for being here today! Your cover is just delicious.
The Mojave is so gorgeous yet stark. You’ve captured it beautifully! I look forward to reading the book Adele!