“When a Secondary Character Demands His Own Book”
I’d like to thank
the lovely Liza for hosting me today. I’m here to share a little bit about my
recent release, Predator’s Fire,
Gemini Island Shifters 5. This latest instalment in the series was one I just
had to write. It was one of those cases where a minor character from another
book just won’t leave you alone until you write him a book. I’m sure many
authors understand this feeling.
Each time I’ve
begun a new series, I’ve had an overall sense of where I want the series to go,
but I’m not one of those authors who outlines out each and every possible
outcome. I like to leave room to explore other ideas. I certainly had no idea
when I began the Gemini Island Shifters series that it would be so embraced by
readers and reviewers.
The hero of the
latest book, Killian Moon, first showed his face in book 3, as a potential
rival for the heroine. We knew Killian was a good guy, but because the hero
Anton felt threatened by him, there was an aura of danger about him. I fell in
love with him then. Although I had no other plans for Killian at the time, he
remained in my mind. He told me, in no uncertain terms, that he wanted his own
romance…and his own heroine, thank you very much.
And so, I’ve
expanded on Killian’s bizarre and tragic history for book 5. We caught a
glimpse of his fiery past earlier, but in his book the reader will learn
exactly what impact his family had on him and how he’s had to struggle. He’s
the only fire setter hero I’ve ever run into in a romance book. Fire setters
are often the villain, but we see how my jaguar shifter has had to overcome his
inclinations. Luckily, the romance is also hot.
I hope you enjoy
this story.
Liza: I'm sure we will! Check out the gorgeous cover!
When Nina Suzuki discovers
the body of her best friend Janine, her world turns upside down. Things go from
bad to worse when Janine’s corpse seems to transform into that of a large,
brown wolf. For the first time, Nina is faced to confront all the clues
indicating her BFF was not what she seemed. A letter from the dead woman opens
Nina’s eyes to a strange, new world. The same letter warns of a sinister group
called the Alpha Brethren, and urges her to find Killian Moon of the Ursa
Fishing Lodge and Resort on Gemini Island.
Killian Moon is a jaguar
shifter and teen mentor at the Ursa Lodge in Northern Ontario. He may be a
comfort and inspiration to confused teen shifters, but he also has a fiery
past. His past comes back to haunt him when human Nina arrives at the resort,
demanding to speak with him. Demanding answers. Can he trust her with knowledge
that will not only change her life, but possibly endanger those around him?
As Killian begrudgingly
tutors Nina on all things shifter, their mutual curiosity flares into
passionate need. Once they touch, once they succumb to desire, there is no
going back. Killian realizes Nina is his mate and they both begin to comprehend
the terror threatening those on their shifter-friendly island. He is forced to
confront the tragedy in his family and determines to protect Nina at all costs.
But can they protect
everyone they love from a cult of dangerous shifters, intent on horror and
destruction?
“How much longer do I have
to wait? I want to see Killian Moon. Now.”
The feminine voice,
strangely soft despite its insistence, echoed deep in his being, awakening his
jaguar. The great cat roared to life, turned toward the office and inhaled
deeply. Its eyes flashed in interest.
In...recognition?
Killian breathed in at the
same time, catching the scent of cherry blossoms through the door. The sweet
perfume, mixed with human outrage, proved a heady distraction, making him
forget why he was there. Shaking his head, he tried to dismiss the odd
sensation as Ryland opened the door.
The door swung open and the
first person he glimpsed was one of the clerks from reception, trying his
hardest to placate the unexpected guest. “I’m sure Mr. Snow and Mr. Moon will
be right back.”
And then his gaze landed on
the petite human. Tapered Asian eyes, so dark and mysterious, but rimmed with
circles of exhaustion. Smooth, cinnamon skin hinted at a mixed background.
Wearing no makeup, she appeared younger than she must be, but her presence and
keen eyes pegged her at around thirty years old. She had a riot of curly, black
hair and feminine curves that ought to come with a warning. He could see it
now. Beware:
this woman’s body will cause insanity in men. Even as she
gesticulated at the clerk, her boobs jiggled in such a way his throat went dry.
He pictured her in a
corset, her breasts spilling over delicate lace edging, and almost forgot his
name.
This Nina Suzuki was damn
hot and his jaguar seemed to agree. The animal licked its lips, its golden gaze
assessing and appreciating every detail, from her rounded hips to her
come-hither rack.
Yes,
the creature uttered on a frenzied breath.
Predator’s Fire, Gemini Island Shifters
5,
will be available at
Also at Kobo, B&N and other outlets.
Thank you very much for hosting me, Liza! My shifters and I are happy to visit again.
ReplyDeleteCome any time. Love having you.
DeleteI too have had characters become so endearing (even when being a hard-ass) that I just had to give them their own book and happy ending. Your cover is sexy as hell and so's your excerpt! Good luck!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Jenna! Aren't those characters frustrating and lovable all at once? I appreciate your comment.
DeleteYeah, I've got a character (Sam from A Long Road to Love, that my readers are demanding I fix in another book. I'm hoping to do that over Christmas...
DeleteI love it when secondary characters want their own book! Sounds like a great series!
ReplyDeleteThank you Jennifer! It's been a fun series to write and I appreciate you checking it out today.
DeleteThanks, for stopping by Jennifer.
DeleteGreat cover! I love when seconds demand a book of their own!
ReplyDeleteThanks D'Ann. This one was more demanding than others I've had- LOL. Just had to give in. Thanks for visiting.
DeleteI love the cover too, D'Ann. While they are all nice in this series, I love this one thie most.
DeleteI love the cover and the series sounds amazing! :) All the best!!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for commenting and visiting with us, Melissa! I appreciate the kind words. Cheers.
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