Sunday, March 24, 2013

Weekend Writing Warriors - A Hell Hound's Fire - Catching Himself


Welcome to the Weekend Writing Warriors! Thank you so much for visiting and if you choose to comment, I really appreciate it. Most of these snippets are unedited, works in progress, and while my snippets aren't consecutive, they are in order within the story. You can read last week's snippet HERE.

Today, I'm offering another snippet from an upcoming paranormal romance available April 2nd 2013, entitled A Hell Hound's Fire. SQUEEE one more week! :D Ahem, not excited in the least. ;) In this snippet, Sarah Flanagan and her son Liam came to Cloudburst, Colorado, seeking help in escaping a demon. They're werewolves, Moon Singers, and have arrived at Alex MacLaren's safe house. Alex has just made dinner and Sarah has offered to help, laying her hand on his arm. This is in Alex's POV.


    He fell into her pale green gaze and his heart stirred along with his cock. This one, this one is the right one. His Brother let loose a whimper and Alex almost pulled Sarah into his arms and kissed her. But lightning flashed and thunder shook the house, making him jump. He stepped back.
    “You’re welcome. Just all part of the plan to keep you safe. You’ve had a rough night and I’m happy to help.” Alex glanced out the windows to see rain smattering the glass in great sheets. “Looks like we caught a break, though.”
    A cute crease developed between her auburn brows. “How so?”
    “Fitzroy said water confuses demons. I figure between the river and the rain storm, we got it covered.”

 Oops! He almost got caught his his hand in the cookie jar...or his lips on hers. ;) There are several great authors on the Weekend Writing Warrior list and a few of my favorites are Sarah Ballance, Charmaine Gordon, Goran Zidar, Karla Doyle, and Monica Enderle Pierce.
If you're interested in A Hell Hound's fire, here is the cover and blurb:

Love can be found in the most unlikely places, even the heart of a Hell Hound.

Alex MacLaren figures he'll never find love again after his mate dies. As one of the rare Hell Hound werewolves, his chances are slim to none. And slim went home. When the local Morukai shaman calls on him to protect a lovely Irish werewolf and her young son from demons, he can't help but take the job.

Sarah Flanagan is desperate to save her son Liam from the deadly monster trailing them, but she's out of options and places to hide. She lost her mate the last time she encountered a demon, and with Liam depending on her, the stakes are far higher this time. After meeting Alex, she's not sure about the Hell Hound, but she’s no fool. He’s their best hope for survival... and hers for another chance at love.

Thank you all for stopping by and happy reading! :)

33 comments:

  1. Great snippet as always Siobhan, l particularly like this line, 'He fell into her pale green gaze' beautiful!

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  2. Loved this excerpt,Siobhan!I was right there with them! Could hear the rain on the window!

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  3. SUCH an intriguing story. I can't wait for the book's release! Today's was another excellent excerpt for sure.

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  4. Attractions big time and apprehension rings through in this snippet. Can't wait for more.

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  5. A lot of great tension and chemistry here. And I love the lore that's effortlessly weaved throughout.

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  6. His heart stirred along etc. Love this. It conjured up a great picture. Good eight. Thanks.

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  7. Your characters fascinate me and you write them so well that I just want to jump into the scene and see for myself

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  8. This is just fraught with so much emotion, as tense as the storm outside. I was completely caught up in it. Great job!

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  9. Sexual tension and suspense! Such a great mixture and I'm looking forward to the next instalment.

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  10. This sounds like a great story. Love his intensity! Well done.

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  11. Yeah, it's almost here. I can't wait to get my hands on it. I'm totally hooked. Love the emotion in this snippet. I'd love to spotlight your release on my blog, if it's okay???

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  12. Great job creating tension and conflict in this snippet. Well done!

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  13. Lovely sexual tension in this scene. I like the nice world building touch you slipped in at the end of the snippet.

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  14. I am so excited about this story! Great excerpt!

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  15. Good use of the thunderstorm and the way Alex holds onto Sarah. Hope the water will keep those demons at bay.

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  16. Congrats on the new release. Great excerpt.

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  17. Romantic timing is always tricky! Still loving the premise---I'm glad I won't have to wait much longer to read the whole thing.

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  18. Such sensual tension between them. I loved her pale green eyes and how descriptive you are. This looks like an amazing story and can't wait to read more. :-)

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  19. Lovely eight. I like that water confuses demons. Nice touch.

    Congrats on the upcoming release! May you sell oodles and oodles of books!

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  20. Alex sounds delightful. I really felt the house shake along with them!!

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  21. Great sexual tension between them, hope the demons stay away.
    Congrats and good luck with the new release.

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  22. Terrific cover. I love the tension between them. Good luck with the release!

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  23. The 2nd of April is only a few days away. I can tell from the SQUEEE that you're excited. I hope it goes well :-)

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  24. Rain always make a nice set up for romance methinks... ;)

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  25. Listen to the rhythm of the falling rain...

    Never knew that about the rain and demons.
    Kudos.

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  26. He's such a nice guy (Hell Hound). A lot of good imagery going on. Your writing flows so well, Siobhan.

    And I want to thank you for the great suggestions on the final para of my 8sunday post today. :-)

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  27. I'm late getting to these today. Great snippet. I like the role water plays.

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  28. I love the - This one, this one is the right one - line and also the use of the storm.

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  29. Lips on hers, lips on hers! (I'm chanting here :p) I love the chemistry between them and the teasing glimpses you give us of the Hell Hound (his Brother?). Looking forward to the release, Siobhan!

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  30. Blast that stupid thunder ruining the mood. Very nice.

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  31. Great tension building in this excerpt!

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  32. And just when you think you're safe ... LOL. Of course, if they really are safe and indulge in some of the other kind of action, that's fabulous! LOL.

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