On Tour 10/16/23-11/30/23 “Hyphenated Relations” by Daniel Maunz

Release Date: May 3, 2023

About The Book:

Sam Daly is leading a life of quiet isolation following the death of her husband, Mike. She is content to merely put in her eight hours at work each day before heading home to lose herself in a book, only to restart that cycle the following morning. But Sam’s self-imposed cocoon is threatened after her eccentric father-in-law Harold stumbles back into her world to announce that he is getting remarried to the mysterious Marcie Porter, who is burdened by her own complex family history.

The last thing Sam wants is to get involved with Harold’s new endeavor. But after getting wind that Marcie’s four children intend to sabotage the wedding, Sam is reluctantly drawn into a new family drama and all that comes with it, whether it be the development of unexpected alliances or butting heads with ruthless enemies. While navigating these landmines, Sam finds herself struggling to come to terms with the painful past she had been holding away at arm’s length for so long.

Through these trials and tribulations, Sam is also forced to confront the one question that she had sought to avoid since her husband’s passing—whether she is done with the notion of “family” after all.

About The Author:

When he is not writing, Daniel Maunz works as in-house counsel for a major insurance company. He currently lives in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina with his wife Lynne, their son Patrick, and their two cats: Admiral Meowy McWhiskers and Captain Cutie (or “Admiral” and “Captain” for short). His debut novel, Questions of Perspective, was published by Black Rose Writing in May 2020. Hyphenated Relations is his second novel.

Social Media:

Instagram/Threads: https://instagram.com/danielmaunz

Twitter: @MaunzDaniel

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/maunzdaniel

Book Blurbs:

HYPHENATED RELATIONS by Daniel Maunz is a warm, humorous novel about family, love, loss, and relationships. Twists and turns in its story lead to a deeply satisfying ending, making this delightful novel a pleasure to read.” – IndieReader (5 out of 5 star review)

“While creating a powerful, poignant, and believable cast of passionate characters, Maunz also develops a plot so engrossing that you’ll be hard pressed to catch your breath between chapters, especially as you approach the novel’s seismic conclusion. Awash with emotion but never drowning in sentimentality, Hyphenated Relations is like the warm bubble bath you’ll never want to leave.” – Indies Today (5 out of 5 star review)

“Daniel Maunz’s Hyphenated Relations is a captivating work of fiction, spanning nineteen chapters that eloquently depict themes of love, family, strength, courage, loss, and profound relationships…. It is a literary gem that leaves a profound impact on its readers.” – OnlineBookClub (5 out of 5 star review)

“Overall, Hyphenated Relations is a heartrending, exquisite masterpiece that taught me about family, friendship, and grief. It has made a home in my heart and mind. This truly was an outstanding and unforgettable book.” – Readers’ Favorite (5 out of 5 star review)

“Readers will no doubt recognize members of their own families in this story as it carries many truths.” – InD’Tale Magazine (5 out of 5 star review)

Bloggers On Tour:

Oct. 16th- Cassie’s Book Reviews https://instagram.com/cassies_books_reviews

Oct. 18th- Lindas Book Obsession https://www.facebook.com/lindasbookobsession/

Oct. 20th – Laura’s Next Chapter https://instagram.com/laurasnextchapter

Oct. 25th- Get Outside and Read https://instagram.com/get.outside.and.read

Oct. 25th- Joannas Bookshelf https://instagram.com/joannasbookshelf

Oct. 31st- Love My Books 2020 https://instagram.com/lovemybooks2020

Nov. 8th- Marilyn Goncalves https://instagram.com/marilynjgon

Nov. 16th- One More Exclamation https://instagram.com/onemoreexclamation

Nov. 17th-Plains Reading https://instagram.com/plains_reading

Nov. 20th- Rozier Reads and Wine https://instagram.com/rozierreadsandwine