Charlotte is giving away a $25 Amazon GC today, so comment today AND follow her tour (if you click on the banner over there on the left, it'll take you to a list of her tour stops)! The more you read and comment, the better your odds of winning. You could be introduced to a great new author AND win a prize!
Charly’s life was simple and uncomplicated, just like she wanted it. Or so she thought! One chance encounter with a devilishly handsome stranger in her local coffee shop would turn her world, and her heart, upside down. She would be thrown into a realm of privilege and romance, and more than just a little danger.
How will she handle the dark gorgeous man who has inserted himself into her domain? When danger threatens those she loves, will she have the strength of heart and spirit to do whatever it takes to save them? Share Charly’s adventures as she navigates through the quickly changing landscape that has become her life.
“Hey, watch it,” Charly said as someone bumped her table and precious drops of the caffeine laced fuel danced across the table. She couldn’t afford to lose a microgram of caffeine. Not today – well not any day! Considering she’d written two lines and a finished first draft of her book was due in two months, she knew she was in a world of hurt.
Charly turned to see who had been so rude. Okay, as a romance writer it was Charly’s job to write about hunks but what she saw before her left her breathless. Looking at her with Caribbean Sea blue eyes, copper skin, and dark hair falling in waves to the top of his shoulders was a God.
“Pardon, I am so sorry,” he said in a deep, richly accented voice bowing his head in her direction.
His eyes – those incredible blue eyes were intently focused on Charly making her feel self-conscious. Charly regretted that she hadn’t taken more care with her appearance this morning. Her damp hair was a mass of unruly curls, her face devoid of makeup with the exception of a dab of lip-gloss. Charly rested her chin in her right hand appreciating the view before her until she laid a finger on her upper lip. Panic rose within her; she felt it and if he noticed it she would be mortified. Damn, why hadn’t she waxed her mustache last night? Why did women get mustaches in the first place? It’s not like we don’t have enough to worry about.
Charlotte lives in Arizona with her hunky husband Warren, and her spoiled Silky Terrier, Tess. Her life has been filled with serious endeavors, including earning a Master's degree, owning her own business, consulting and working in the corporate world as a human resources executive. Before penning her first novel, Charlotte had written several practical guides for business applications, not exactly steamy stuff. Luckily, she never lost sight of her dream to write a novel that would encompass her passion for gorgeous men, adventure and a love of life. Enjoy.
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I am looking forward to reading SEATTLE DELIGHT. It's been a great tour.
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Thank you for hosting Charlotte today.
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ReplyDeleteThank you for hosting this final stop on my tour. I appreciate the time and interest.
I've enjoyed the tour. I'm looking forward to reading Seattle Delight.
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DeleteYou too have been a loyal follower during this tour and the prior tour. I thank you for that. I hope you enjoy Seattle Delight.
I have really enjoyed the tour and all your comments and insights shared. Great book! I have read it more than once, I enjoyed it so much.
ReplyDeleteHi, Charlotte! *Waves* Again, I've adored following along, and wish you much, much success!
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Thanks for the giveaway. Charly sounds like a great character, excited to follow the tour and learn more
ReplyDeleteThis has been a really enjoyable tour with you. I love this excerpt because of the touch of humor. I enjoy reading a good book that lets you giggle once in a while.
ReplyDeleteSeattle Delight sounds like a great read. Thanks for the excerpt and the chance to win!
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It has been enjoyable following you on the tour. I have found several new blogs i will check back on. It has been enjoyable learning about you and your writing.
ReplyDeleteBest of luck with your writing career.