Wally Boyd first appeared in Murder of a Small-Town Honey and one of the best ways to learn about a person is by asking questions, so let’s get to know Wally.
What is your name?
Walter Boyd, but everyone calls me Wally.
How old are you?
44
What is your profession?
Chief of the Scumble River Police Department.
Do you have a significant other?
I certainly do. My darlin’ wife Skye. We’re celebrating our first anniversary the end of December.
What is her name and profession?
Skye Denison Boyd. She is a school psychologist.
Any children?
I’ve recently been blessed with twins, CJ and Eva.
Do you have any sibling(s)?
No.
Do your parents live near you?
My mother has passed, but my father Carson splits his time between Texas and Scumble River.
Who is your best friend?
My wife. [Editor’s Note: aaawww]
Cats, dogs or other pets?
A black cat named Bingo. He was Skye’s grandmother’s cat, but Skye adopted him when her grandmother died.
What town do you live in?
Scumble River, IL
House or building complex? Own or Rent?
Due to the tornado that destroyed our house, we are currently camped out in an RV, but our contractor has promised we will be in the new house that we’re building before Christmas.
What is your favorite spot in your house?
I’m pretty sure it’s going to be the master bedroom. 😉 It’s been a while since we’ve had any privacy since currently the twins’ cribs are in with us. The RV is spacious, but still only one bedroom.
Favorite meal? Favorite dessert?
I’m originally from Texas so good old-fashioned Texas barbecue with pecan pie for dessert.
Favorite hobby?
I enjoy shooting at the range and lifting weights.
Favorite color?
Emerald green, the color of my wife’s eyes.
Favorite author?
I mostly read nonfiction and biography, but ever once in a while when I’m feeling homesick for Texas I’ll read a Louis L’Amour.
Favorite vacation spot?
We went on a cruise for our honeymoon and I really enjoyed being completely off grid.
Favorite sports team?
I don’t watch a lot of sports and if I do it’s our high school teams.
Movies or Broadway?
Movies because you wouldn’t catch me in NYC for love nor money.
Are you a morning or a night person?
Morning.
Amateur sleuth or professional?
Professional.
Whom do you work with when sleuthing?
My wife.
In a few sentences, what is a typical day in your life like?
Skye and I get up and take care of the twins. On my way into the PD, I usually stop at Tales and Treats, our local bookstore/bakery combo for coffee and a pastry. Once I’m at work, I go over the reports from the afternoon and midnight shifts and deal with anything that needs my attention. For the rest of the day I patrol and respond to any calls. I try to be home by five and after Skye and I take care of the twins we have supper and enjoy each other’s company. We’re usually go to bed right after the ten o’clock news.
Giveaway: Denise is giving away one (1) print copy of Come Homicide or High Water, limited to U.S. residents. Leave a comment below for your chance to win. Contest ends December 28, 2019. Good luck everyone!
You can read more about Wally in Come Homicide or High Water, the third book in the “Welcome Back to Scumble River” cozy mystery series, coming December 31, 2019.
There’s something fishy just below the surface of Scumble River. . .
School psychologist Skye Denison-Boyd is getting ready to return to work from her maternity leave and hoping for a peaceful year in her job as a school psychologist. But when an elderly woman disappears on her first day back and a disgruntled parent threatens to sue the school, Skye realizes that her return will be anything but quiet.
When the parent suing Skye’s school is found dead and with the missing woman’s case is still unsolved, Skye suspects the crimes are somehow linked. With her chief of police husband, Wally, at her side, Skye dives into the investigations. But as tensions rise and Skye and Wally’s suspect list lengthens, they start to wonder whether a member of their own tight-knit community could be behind it all. . .
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About the author
New York Times Bestseller author Denise Swanson was a practicing psychologist for twenty-two years. She writes the Scumble River, Devereaux’s Dime Store, Chief-to-Go, and Forever Charmed mysteries, was well as contemporary romance. Her books all feature small-town heroines with lots of heart.
Denise’s books have been finalists for the Agatha, Mary Higgins Clark, RT Magazine’s Career Achievement, and Daphne du Maurier Awards. She has won the Reviewers Choice Award and was a BookSense 76 Top Pick.
Denise Swanson lives in rural Illinois with her husband, classical composer David Stybr.
For more information, please check her website at DeniseSwanson.com or find Denise on Facebook or follow her on twitter at @DeniseSwansonAu
All comments are welcomed.
One of my all time favorite cozy series. Congrats on the newest release!!
I absolutely love a good cozy mystery and this sounds great! Thank you for the chance.
Sounds like an interesting series with a lot going on to enrich the story.
A must-read for me…
Thank you for the giveaway…
Morning Wally! This is a great series, so happy it has continued! Thanks for the chance to win!
Would really love to read. Thanks for the chance.
Love this series and was very glad to see it continued on! Can’t wait to read this book. Renee
This series has become one of my favorite series. Love all the characters in this series. Cannot wait to read this book.
I love this series. I eagerly wait the arrival of the new books and reread and relisten to all the books.
Thanks for the chance to win a copy
Have read the series from the first book. Can”t wait to read this one. I also have your other series.
I’ve heard great things about this series and enjoyed Getting to Know Wally. Thanks for the giveaway!
I love Denise Swanson’s books and Skye is one of my favorites. Thanks for highlighting Wally Boyd’s character. It is always nice to get to know the characters in the books.
Sounds interesting!! Thank you for the chance to win a copy.
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I love this series and this newest addition sounds terrific! Thamks for the chance to win a copy!
Wonderful series. Thanks for this great giveaway.
I would love to read this . Thank you for this chance to win.
Love this series. Thanks for the chance to win.
I’m looking forward to reading more about Skye, Wally, and Scumble River!
Thank you for taking the time to let us get to know Wally better!
I love this series. When I read it I feel like you are Skye – it’s so down to earth.
I wish Wally had a single, older, available brother. Lol
I love this series and enjoyed learning more about Wally. Can’t wait for the next book!!
I love this series and it was fun to hear from Wally. Can’t wait for this book!!
I love this series and Wally’s interview reminded me how much I have forgotten and need to reread before the new release.
Enjoyed the interview.
Great series. I highly recommend it and am excited for this next installation.
I love this series and have read every one of these–the characters are quirky and fun.
New author and series for me, sounds good!
I love this series and Scumble River and would be delighted to win the copy of this latest book!
i am a fan of this author! Thanks for the chance!!
I too am a fan of this author!!! Thanks so much for this chance!!
I love Skye, Wally, and all the residents of Scumble River. Looking forward to the new release.
This is a fun series. I’m looking forward to catching up with Skye.
I knew most of the answers to the questions before Wally answered. He is not only a hunk but a straight up good guy.
I like that title.
I love how this series keeps evolving!
Sounds like a great read. Thanks for introducing another intriguing series!
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Come Homicide or High Water is Robin Leslie Coxon
Congratulations!