The Grays of Truth: A Journey Through History and Mystery
Sharon Virts, a New York Times bestselling author, joins David McClam to discuss her latest book, "Graves of Truth," which was released just before Halloween on October 29, 2024. This atmospheric historical mystery thriller delves into a series of suspicious deaths among Baltimore's elite during the Reconstruction era, exploring themes of deceit, mental health, and the societal constraints faced by women of the time. Sharon shares her unique writing process, emphasizing the importance of character development and the balance between historical accuracy and narrative engagement. The conversation also touches on her passion for historical preservation, her love for graveyards, and the inspiration she draws from the past. Join them for an enlightening discussion that blends true crime, history, and the art of storytelling.Takeaways: Sharon Virts discusses her passion for writing and how it serves as therapy. David McClam emphasizes the importance of mental health and resources like Dial 988. The historical context of Sharon's book, Grays of Truth, reflects societal issues from the 1870s. Sharon shares her unique connection to graveyards and how they inspire her writing. The podcast highlights the significance of capturing personal stories for future generations. Sharon's approach to character development involves deep research and understanding their backgrounds. Get your Copy of The Grays Of Truth Ā HEREChapters:00:10 - Introduction to The Grays of Truth09:18 - Restoration of Selma Mansion: A Labor of Love17:42 - The Spirit of the House21:02 - The Making of a Mystery: Unveiling the Characters32:51 - Jane's Journey and Inner DemonsDON'T FORGET TO RATE, COMMENT AND SUBSCRIBEJOIN ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA BY FOLLOWING THEĀ LINKTREEFollow Our Family Of True Crime ShowsDeep Dark Secrets with LaDonna Humphrey & Amy SmithTrue Crime, Authors and Extraordinary People With David McClamExtinguished With David McClam & LaDonna HumphreyCover Art and Logo created by Diana of Other WorldlySound Mixing and editing by David McClamIntro script by Sophie Wild From Fiverr & David McClamIntro and outro jingle by Jacqueline G. (JacquieVoice) From FiverrHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Episode Details
About This Episode
Sharon Virts, a New York Times bestselling author, joins David McClam to discuss her latest book, "Graves of Truth," which was released just before Halloween on October 29, 2024. This atmospheric historical mystery thriller delves into a series of suspicious deaths among Baltimore's elite during the Reconstruction era, exploring themes of deceit, mental health, and the societal constraints faced by women of the time. Sharon shares her unique writing process, emphasizing the importance of charact...