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Returning to Virginia for her mother's funeral,
videographer Aurora Harris becomes
entangled in a web of deceit, theft and murder
at her Smith Mountain Lake childhood home.
Who has been in the house? Why is a
necklace twisted around a water bird's neck
and leg? Why is a fishing boat entering the
boathouse at night? Who tried to ram Aurora's
boat? Who is the dead body Aurora and her
dog King find floating in the lake? And where
is her husband Sam? Aurora unlocks the
Secrets at Spawning Run and discovers
terrifying truths.

"... The author ... set the novel at the lake around the experiences of 30ish Aurora Harris, who has
returned home for her mother's funeral. Once the scene is set, the pace of the story heightens the way
we mystery readers want it to do. The book becomes a novel you just have to finish as soon as
possible to find out exactly who among the cast of characters can be trusted. ..." ~ Sandra Brown
Kelly, Prime Living Magazine, April 2005.

"... a delightful read. Other than the fact that many area establishments are mentioned or used ... the
plot is so cleverly disguised that even a seasoned mystery writer would have trouble predicting the
outcome. The years of perfecting the story line have definitely paid off. The story has more twists
and turns than a Franklin County country road. ... I strongly suggest picking up this book if you're
looking for something to shake the Lake's long winter doldrums." ~ Jeff Reid, reporter for the Smith
Mountain Eagle, January 26, 2005.

"Finally, a story in which a woman thinks she hears shots next door and goes to get a gun, instead of
walking around timidly with a baseball bat! Secrets at Spawning Run is a mystery-thriller that centers
around Aurora Harris, whose father's recent death has been ruled an accident (or possibly a suicide).
... ." ~ Small Press Book Reviews, March 2005

"... Attention to detail and a knack for descriptive writing prove to be gifts that Roseveare possess. The
story flows in a crescendo of activity and a depth of characterization that shows a great deal of
dedication to her work. 'Secrets at Spawning Run' ... will keep you guessing until the satisfying moment
you finish the last page. ~ Heather Froeschl, reporter for Senior News, March 2005.