Expedition: Still Life Tour Stop #6 with Dani Pettrey + Giveaways!
Ft. Howard
Thanks so much for joining me on Annie’s fantastic blog for the sixth stop on my Expedition: Still Life Tour. If you aren't familiar with this exciting blog tour, or the fabulous grand prize you can win by taking part in it, please visit Expedition: Still Life's main contest page for all the details.
Today’s stop is Fort Howard. I won’t give any Still Life spoilers on this tour, but Ft. Howard plays a pivotal role in the story. It also plays a pivotal role in Maryland’s history.
Fort Howard is a former military installation of the Spanish–American War. The installation earned the nickname the "Bulldog at Baltimore's Gate," serving as the coastal artillery headquarters for Baltimore, Maryland. Fort Howard's historical significance is its military connection with the War of 1812, the Spanish–American War, and World War II. In 1922 it became the headquarters of the Coast Defenses of Baltimore and from 1925-1928 the nurses' home on property was the headquarters of General Douglas MacArthur.
The installation was turned over to the U.S. Veterans' Administration in 1940 and during World War II it was used as a holding center for German prisoners of war. From 1943 until the early 2000’s, Ft. Howard Hospital ran on a portion of the property. It is now an abandoned facility.
Here are a few insider images of what remains:
The perfect place for some creepy crimes if you ask me 😉
- Dani
Title: Still Life
Series: Chesapeake Valor, Book 2
Author: Dani Pettrey
Publisher: Bethany House
Release Date: January 31, 2016
Genre: Inspirational Contemporary Fiction / Suspense
Someone Is Out There. Watching Her. Waiting.
Blacklisted in the photography business over a controversial shot, Avery Tate answered an ad for a crime-scene photographer. She expected to be laughed at, but crime-scene analyst Parker Mitchell hired her outright--and changed her life. But six months ago, when her feelings for Parker became too strong, she left his employ to sort out her heart.
Now, for the first time, Avery is facing the world that rejected her to attend the gallery opening of a photography exhibit for which her friend modeled. But the only image of her friend is a chilling photo of her posing as if dead--and the photographer insists he didn't take the shot. Worse, her friend can't be found, and so Avery immediately calls Parker for help.
As Avery, Parker, and their friends in law enforcement dig into the mystery, they find themselves face-to-face with a relentless and deadly threat.
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Praised by New York Times bestselling author Dee Henderson as “a name to look for in romantic suspense,” Dani Pettrey combines the page-turning adrenaline of a thriller with the chemistry and happy-ever-after of a sigh-worthy romance novel. Her novels stand out for their “wicked pace, snappy dialogue, and likable characters” (Publishers Weekly), “gripping storyline[s],” (RT Book Reviews), and “sizzling undercurrent” of romance (USA Today).
Dani’s adventure-focused Alaskan Courage series climbed the CBA bestseller lists, with Submerged staying in the top twenty for five consecutive months. The five-book series also won multiple awards, including the Daphne du Maurier award, two HOLT Medallions, and Christian Retailing’s Best Award, among others. She turns her attention to crime and law enforcement in her home state of Maryland in her new Chesapeake Courage series, starting with Cold Shot, which Library Journal called, “a harrowing and thrilling ride.” For more information about her novels, visit www.danipettrey.com.
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One of Ft. Howard’s historic markers is a beautiful red and white lighthouse.
Where is your favorite lighthouse located?
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O, that sounds beautiful!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty indeed!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds nice around the Great Lakes. I agree about how some historic sites have been left to ruins. depressing for sure!
ReplyDeleteAmy, those sure sounds nice. I'm not too familiar with lighthouses, but I've always wanted to visit some. So I'm loving this question with these great suggestions! Thanks for stopping in!
ReplyDeleteI've seen artworks of the Maine lighthouses which are quite popular!
ReplyDeleteDenise, that sure sounds like fun, the one in Spain. And I need to check out Havre de Grace one. I thought most lighthouses are closed to the public!
ReplyDeleteSame her, Rosalyn!
ReplyDeleteI've seen the golf tournament (on TV) at the Hilton Head in SC. It sure looks pretty!
ReplyDeleteO, pretty! Whale watching! That's awesome!
ReplyDeleteSorry, deleted my comment by accident - this is the first time I have ever commented on a blog! :) I had said that I have two favorite lighthouses, York, Maine and Juneau, Alaska. We were on a whale watching tour in Juneau where we saw Orca's and Humpbacks as well as the lighthouse. Seeing lighthouses is rare and special since we live in Oklahoma!
ReplyDeleteMe too Kim! No worries there. =)
ReplyDeleteO, where is Barcelona, NY? That sounds lovely to see the ice formations. That is so visual! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteO, true! Many of the pictures I've seen are the ones with the stripes that's more eye-catchy!
ReplyDeleteAnother St. Simon's Island, GA. I think I need to check it out when I'm in the area. That's one place I would like to visit. Heard so much about it from family and friends!
ReplyDeleteThanks Anna. That's another area that my friends mentioned - Outer Banks, NC. Sounds like a great spot to relax!
ReplyDeleteNice Kim! Another Outer Banks! =) Looks like that and St. Simon's in the lead now with the favorite lighthouses (according to the comments)!
ReplyDeleteNow that's interesting. Lighthouse in a land-locked area??!! Thanks Hannah!
ReplyDeleteNice!
ReplyDeleteI've heard Oregon coast is gorgeous! Would love to go sometime.
ReplyDeleteRight?! That is a pretty one!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great memory!
ReplyDeletePrince Edward Island! Yay! So pretty. On my bucket list!
ReplyDeletePretty pictures and great memories for sure!
ReplyDeleteWow! Hawaii. Nice!
ReplyDeleteHaven't been, but getting a list from this post! Lol!
ReplyDeleteLol. No worries. Let's just say all of them!
ReplyDeletePretty! That would be interesting to have our own!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a nice memory!
ReplyDeleteI'm like that with many tourist spots too!
ReplyDeleteAwwwww! Su ch a sweet story! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWoohoo!see you in August too!
ReplyDeleteSuch a nice memory!
ReplyDeleteO, even the name sounds pretty!
ReplyDeleteHaven't been but MI is on my list to check out for sure!
ReplyDeleteWow! I think you're right. Plenty of stories!
ReplyDeleteNice!
ReplyDeleteAwesome!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds so pretty!
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ReplyDeleteThat's what I hear!
ReplyDeleteYes, hear about how pretty that one is!
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ReplyDeleteOh, that sounds like a great tradition.
ReplyDeleteOh, how cool. Thanks so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSo true!
ReplyDeleteI agree. It's such a shame.
Those two lighthouses sound great! Cape Hatteras is definitely cool.
ReplyDeleteI've never made it to Maine, but my daughter and her husband visited not too long ago and they said there are gorgeous ones there. So iconic when you think of lighthouses for sure.
ReplyDeleteLove the Havre de Grace light house.
ReplyDeleteWow! That does sound cool.
I love reading about them too.
ReplyDeleteThat's a great one.
ReplyDeleteWow. That sounds AMAZING! Thanks so much for visiting Annie's blog :)
ReplyDeleteNo worries there at all, but thanks so much for stopping by. Appreciate it :)
ReplyDeleteThat sounds so cool. Never thought about seeing one in the winter like that, but that must be stunning.
ReplyDeleteThat is so true.
ReplyDeleteOooh, I've never been there, but have heard wonderful things.
ReplyDeleteYep. One of my favorites!
ReplyDeleteOh wow. That is interesting. I wonder why...
ReplyDeleteI'm googling it now.... Oh, I love that. Good choice.
ReplyDeleteThat is so cool.
ReplyDeleteYou are super welcome. Thanks so much for dropping by Annie's awesome blog.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely a great memory.
ReplyDeleteOh adorable I bet.
ReplyDeleteGlad you were able to visit and take pictures. I think lighthouses are so gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great one to visit.
ReplyDeleteI love Thomas Kinkaide lighthouses.
ReplyDeleteOregon is near the top of my bucket list. I've heard it's gorgeous, especially the coast.
ReplyDeleteNice!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds cool!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for stopping by :)
ReplyDeleteOhhh. How romantic!
ReplyDeleteAwww. Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a fantastic trip.
ReplyDeleteThat's got to be gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI've heard that one is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteWow! I'm sure it could tell some serious stories.
ReplyDeleteNice :)
ReplyDeleteMichigan is filled with so many lighthouses. It's so cool.
ReplyDeleteOooh. Sounds like a great photo :)
ReplyDeleteI definitely hope to make it to that part of the country one day. I've heard Oregon and Washington State are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteSure sounds like it!
ReplyDeleteLove that one.
ReplyDeleteCool :)
ReplyDeleteNo worries Kathy! Thanks for dropping by and entering!
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome, Dani. Thanks for allowing me to join in on the fun! I've learned a few new lighthouses to visit too! Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteThanks bunches ❤️
ReplyDeleteO.. Cape Cod for sure! I've seen some cards with pretty lighthouses of Cape Cod!
ReplyDeleteTotally agree. ;)
ReplyDeleteI think so too. I've also read some books that featured ones in Maine. That's a biggie on my list to see.
ReplyDeleteThat would be cool to get to see the inside. I don't know of any that lets you in, but might check into it if I'm ever near one!
ReplyDelete=) Pictures are great too! I love how photographers can capture their essence.
ReplyDeleteNice. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteYes I bet they have more 😊
ReplyDeleteNo worries there! Me too!
ReplyDeleteO. that sounds so pretty!!
ReplyDeleteNo worries, Eric, there are amazing photos out there that really does the trick! I looked up a few from those that commented, and they are breathtaking!
ReplyDeleteO me too! I think Maine or the Oregon coast would be a place I'd love to visit.
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