Bionic Buzz® interviewed Bestselling and award-winning author Rektok Ross over zoom. She is, known for her gripping narratives and captivating storytelling. We talked to her about her latest novel, “Spring Harvest,” available everywhere books are sold. Ross delivers a “riveting” supernatural thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Best described as Electric Daisy Carnival/Coachella meets The Vampire Diaries, “Spring Harvest” transports readers to the rural music festival of Garlic Groove in the remote town of Allium Valley.
Alix Summerlin, along with her friends, are looking forward to a weekend of revelry and fun, but their excitement turns to terror as festival-goers mysteriously vanish, and a handsome stranger named Kade warns of impending danger. As chaos descends upon Allium Valley, Alix uncovers the town’s dark secret – bloodthirsty vampires, emboldened by a garlic-less spring harvest, have taken control. With the fate of the world hanging in the balance, Alix, alongside her ex-boyfriend Logan and the enigmatic Kade, must navigate a deadly game of survival against the relentless vampire siege.
This is Ross’s third thriller. Her debut novel, Ski Weekend, was a critical success and is currently in development through Koulest productions/Paramount Pictures. Her sophomore thriller, Summer Rental, was a break-out TikTok sensation in 2023. Her short story the “Devil and The Popstar” released in October 2023 was endorsed on social media by pop legend Taylor Swift.
Praise for “Spring Harvest”
“A riveting novel with indelible, sympathetic characters battling vicious bloodsuckers.” — Kirkus Reviews
“Spring Harvest” is a must-read for fans of the genre, offering a deliciously scary and unforgettable experience and adds a new layer to vampire mythology!” — Melissa de la Cruz, New York Times #1 bestselling author of the Disney Descendants novels
“Spring Harvest” is a pulse-pounding tale of friendship, courage, and the fight for survival. With its irresistible blend of supernatural suspense and romantic intrigue, Ross delivers a story that will leave readers breathless and clamoring for more!” — Perri Nemiroff, Collider.
“Unexpected twists and spine-chilling moments keep you on your seat until the last page … [A] masterpiece!” — Midwest Book Review
“Keeps readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish… [A] must-read!” — Readers’ Favorite, 5 stars
About the Author:
Rektok Ross, the pseudonym of Liani Kotcher, is an award-winning author, screenwriter, and producer known for her enthralling thrillers and captivating characters. Her new book, “Spring Harvest” is available April 30th. An avid reader since childhood, Liani writes exactly the kind of books she loves to escape into Favorite Book Awards, the Chanticleer Dante Rossetti Book Awards, and Women Writing the West. Her debut young adult thriller Ski Weekend was a Barnes & Noble and Amazon National Bestseller, named a “best book of the year” by Cosmopolitan, Entertainment Weekly, Parade, BookRiot, Yahoo! Life, Brit + Co., BookTrib, and J-14, and is currently in development for a major motion picture.
Connect:
https://linktr.ee/rektokross
https://rektokross.com/
https://www.facebook.com/therektokROSS
https://www.instagram.com/rektokross/
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Interview & video edited by Steve Sievers of Bionic Buzz.
