Connor Hoover is the caretaker of the real Lodge on Lake Siesta in Texas. She adores sifting through antique treasures and naming taxidermy, though she's still waiting to spot the legendary 13th animal. Connor lives in Austin, Texas with two dogs who enthusiastically investigate every mysterious sound, two giant tortoises who are in no hurry to solve any mysteries, and a permanent adventure partner who never says no to exploring one more trail. Connor Hoover is a pseudonym for award-winning author P. J. Hoover.P. J. (Tricia) Hoover (aka Connor Hoover) wanted to be a Jedi, but when that didn't work out, she became an electrical engineer instead. After a fifteen year bout designing computer chips for a living, P. J. started creating worlds of her own. She's the award-winning and best-selling author of over 50 books for readers of all ages. When not writing, P. J. spends time practicing kung fu, fixing things around the house, and solving Rubik's cubes. For more information about P. J. (Tricia)Hoover, please visit her website: [...]