Series: Reg Rawlins Psychic Investigator #22
Genres: Cozy Mystery, Paranormal/Fantasy
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"Such a great addition to this magical series. I love her connection with the other characters in this book. Especially her connection with Ember the dragon."
X Marks the Past
Something about October drew Reg to him from the moment they met.
Unbeknownst to them, their souls have been intertwined throughout countless lifetimes. As fragments of memories resurface from their past existence, Reg and October begin to grasp the magnitude of their shared history. And yet, lurking in the shadows of this extraordinary connection lurk disaster and betrayal.
With each revelation, “X Marks the Past” intensifies, taking readers on a rollercoaster ride through lifetimes intertwined. Reg and October must confront their shared history and the danger that lurks ahead. Can they forge a future together amidst the echoes of eternity or are they doomed to fail?
Prepare for an exhilarating blend of paranormal mystery, heart-pounding adventure, and unbreakable friendship in “X Marks the Past.” This captivating addition to the Reg Rawlins series will leave you breathless until its stunning conclusion.
Praise for the series:
— P D Workman has done it again; created a cast of characters and a storyline that are captivating and enthralling. Once I started this cozy I didn’t want to put it down (which can be a bad thing when you have a family to take care of…lol). I can’t wait for the other books in this series. I think Reg is going to turn out to be one of my favorite new characters. Pick up your copy as soon as possible.
— This book has all my favourite things: heart, great writing, nearly-flawless editing, something unusual in the air, and a cat. I needed a light read, and this fit the bill perfectly. Recommended.
— An exciting tale of magical adventure with lots of action from P.D Workman
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of “X Marks the Past” and discover a friendship that transcends time itself. Grab your copy now and join Reg and October on their journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and loyalty.
Fall under Reg’s spell today.
Praise for Reg Rawlins
—Another great work of art by Ms. Workman. I am amazed at the diversity of her writing and how much I really enjoy them all. She can write cozy mystery, YA books that should be read by all, medical thrillers, Zach Goldman series and now a paranormal series. I am so glad to have found this author. I am honored that I get to read them early also.
—This book has all my favourite things: heart, great writing, nearly-flawless editing, something unusual in the air, and a cat. I needed a light read, and this fit the bill perfectly. Recommended.
—This book actually surprised me. I knew that a psychic cat would be entertaining. I just didn’t expect it to be this good. You really do get wrapped up in the people and story. It sounds like a fairly gentle story, but there is a lot of suspense involved. Add a bunch of humor to the mix and you are in for a treat. I love the characters. Wish I had some friends like them. And the cat is so very well done. Acts like a typical cat, but a lot smarter than his human. This is a story that you don’t want to put down.
—Extremely well written as are all of P.D. Workman’s books, the characters well developed. I’m a character reader, I get into the characters. Who and what they are. Why they do the things they do. The things that make a reader get invested into the characters and thereby the book. I look forward to P.D. Workman’s next book.
—P D Workman has done it again; created a cast of characters and a storyline that are captivating and enthralling. Once I started this cozy I didn’t want to put it down (which can be a bad thing when you have a family to take care of…lol). I can’t wait for the other books in this series. I think Reg is going to turn out to be one of my favorite new characters. Pick up your copy as soon as possible.
Author Notes
Author Notes may contain spoilers!
When I realized that I had books beginning with every letter of the alphabet except for X, I started watching for the opportunity to use X in a title. The Reg Rawlins, Psychic Investigator series seemed like a good place to start (although I saw several opportunities in the Kenzie Kirsch Medical Thriller series as well.)
In brainstorming plots that might revolve around the letter X, I kept coming back to the idea of crossings, particularly in relation to lives crossing repeatedly in the past, throughout multiple civilizations. I had October, a mysterious figure who seemed to know Reg better than he should, and Reg’s immediate attraction to him, even without knowing anything about him.
The past lives plot also provided opportunities for some more interesting animal scenes and for the immortals to stir things up a little and to provide some less-than-helpful advice.
I didn’t anticipate how much research I would need to do into each of the civilizations that became part of the story. Even just a single scene required looking up multiple historical, cultural, and language details. It was a lot! Hopefully that research helps to weave a rich tapestry in each of the past lives scenes.
Praise for P.D. Workman
“Every single one of [P.D. Workman’s] books has spoken to me … And I have found strength in the books I’ve read.”
“This is one author I certainly will be looking out for, I can’t recommend her enough.”
“I’ll read anything by P. D. Workman that I can get my hands on.”
“Every book by PD Workman that I’ve read has been a gripping one, however different the genres are, going from lighter mysteries to really dark ones… this is one of my favourite, most dependable authors.”
“P.D. Workman is an incredibly versatile writer. No matter which of her books I read I am drawn into a great story and honestly, I don’t think I’ve followed another author that could go from cozy mystery to YA to a PI series dealing with mental health issues. Really enjoy her books!”
“[P.D. Workman’s] stories are so believable and you can’t help but feel like you know these people. You find yourself crying, laughing and feeling the characters emotions. Now if an author can make you cry and feel every emotion in a story, she is one hell of an author.”
“P. D. Workman, does not shy from probing the deep psychological scars of childhood trauma, mental illness, and addiction. Also characteristic of this author, these extremely sensitive issues are explored with extensive empathy, described with incredible clarity, and portrayed with profound insight.”
“Once again P.D.Workman has created an intense psychological mystery that impacts a wallop of thought induction. The writing is so well developed and draws you into the characters story.”
FAQs
What is X Marks the Past about?
X Marks the Past follows psychic investigator Reg Rawlins and the mysterious October as they discover that their souls have crossed paths through countless lifetimes. As memories from earlier civilizations begin to resurface, they must uncover the truth about their connection while confronting a history marked by danger, disaster, and betrayal.
Is X Marks the Past part of a series?
Yes. X Marks the Past is book 22 in the Reg Rawlins, Psychic Investigator series, a paranormal cozy mystery series featuring psychic abilities, magical creatures, supernatural mysteries, humor, adventure, and found family.
Can I read X Marks the Past as a standalone mystery?
The central past-lives mystery can be followed on its own, but the story develops Reg’s existing connection with October and includes continuing characters and magical relationships from earlier books. Readers will understand the emotional stakes best if they have read the previous Reg Rawlins mysteries.
Who is October in X Marks the Past?
October is a mysterious figure to whom Reg felt immediately drawn when they first met. As memories of their past lives emerge, Reg and October discover that their souls have been connected across multiple civilizations and that their shared history may hold both profound loyalty and devastating betrayal.
Does X Marks the Past involve reincarnation or past lives?
Yes. Past lives and reincarnation are central to the mystery. Reg and October experience fragments of memories from earlier existences and must determine what happened between them, why their paths keep crossing, and whether they are destined to repeat the same mistakes.
What historical settings appear in X Marks the Past?
The story follows Reg and October’s connection through multiple past lives and civilizations. These historical sequences draw on different cultural, historical, and language details to reveal pieces of their shared history.
Do the immortals appear in X Marks the Past?
Yes. The immortals become involved in Reg and October’s investigation, although their advice and interference are not always as helpful as Reg might hope.
What themes does X Marks the Past explore?
The story explores reincarnation, loyalty, betrayal, forgiveness, friendship, self-discovery, fate, and whether people can overcome the mistakes and patterns that have followed them through multiple lifetimes.
Who would enjoy X Marks the Past?
Readers who enjoy paranormal cozy mysteries, psychic sleuths, reincarnation stories, past-life romances and friendships, magical animals, immortals, historical fantasy, and mysteries that span multiple civilizations should enjoy X Marks the Past.
