Character Interview with Mr. Ambrose (Violet's Father)
What were your thoughts and feelings when you first learned of Violet's gift? How do you feel now?I’ll admit that when I first found out Vi had inherited her grandmother’s gift, it made me sad. Who wants their daughter to bear a burden like that? But after a while, it just became a part of who she was. Now, it’s hard to imagine her without it.
How do you feel about Violet and Jay's relationship? What advice would you give them?
When it comes to Jay, I trust her completely. I know she has made some questionable decisions when it comes to her ability, which I will always worry about, but I’ve always felt better knowing that she has Jay. My advice for them is very fatherly advice: Make smart decisions.
What scares you most about Violet's gift?
Honestly, pretty much everything. When she was finding animals in the woods, it was something I could deal with, but now, I’m not so sure...
Do you regret letting Violet be used by the police/FBI for her gift to catch criminals? What are your fears associated with her collaboration with them?
I’ve always known that Vi would have to make a decision about her ability someday; I just was hoping it would be much later in her life. It scares me, but I have to support her choices. That’s what family is all about.
What are your hopes for Violet for the future?
A normal, happy life…with no dead bodies.
About Desires of the Dead
by Kimberly Derting:The missing dead call to Violet. They want to be found.
Violet can sense the echoes of those who've been murdered—and the matching imprint that clings to their killers. Only those closest to her know what she is capable of, but when she discovers the body of a young boy she also draws the attention of the FBI, threatening her entire way of life.
As Violet works to keep her morbid ability a secret, she unwittingly becomes the object of a dangerous obsession. Normally she'd turn to her best friend, Jay, except now that they are officially a couple, the rules of their relationship seem to have changed. And with Jay spending more and more time with his new friend Mike, Violet is left with too much time on her hands as she wonders where things went wrong. But when she fills the void by digging into Mike's tragic family history, she stumbles upon a dark truth that could put everyone in danger.
