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Emma Pignatiello

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Emma Pignatiello wrote her debut romantic suspense novel, Last Shot, because not enough people were being murdered in the romance books she was reading. She lives by the coast in Western Australia near Walyalup (Fremantle) on the land of the Whadjuk Noongar people. In disguise at her day job, she attempts to make teenagers care more about writing than about how many days she’s worn her cringe millennial shoes in a row. Emma is dedicated to making her stories authentic – she frequented many wineries in the name of research for the Blood Wine Dynasty series but has not (yet) committed any murders.

Books by Emma Pignatiello

Last Breath

A romantic suspense full of witty banter, simmering tension and a larger-than-life family dynasty – Australia’s answer to Yellowstone!

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Last Shot

An Australian romantic suspense full of witty banter, simmering tension and a larger-than-life family dynasty that will become your new obsession.

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From dream to reality: Emma Pignatiello on Writing Last Shot

Discover the inspiration behind Emma Pignatiello's debut novel Last Shot. Learn about her creative process, character development and tips for writers.

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