What seems like a long time ago, but in reality is just a couple of years, Mickie Sherwood opened her blog to me to do spotlights on my first published work. I'm delighted to return the favour today to spotlight her latest sweet romance which looks a lovely read. I've had no time to read it, yet, but it looks like a lovely, heartwarming read and I'm sure you'll think so, too.
So what's it about?
Loss…life…love.
What a difference a year makes!
Blurb:
Web Designer Erika
Washington's contract with her childhood best friend covers all possibilities
about her pregnancy. But, one unpredictable event redirects her future. As a
donor-surrogate, what does one do when fate changes the plan and claims the
lives of the intended parents? If you're selfless, strong-willed Erika
Washington, you mount a defense to keep your
baby.
Entrepreneur Booker
Templet, owner of Templet's Tasty Tails, secretly agrees to help his first
cousin. However, unfortunate circumstances change the course of his life. After
he learns the identity of the other donor, Booker plans to be a part of his
child's life. No matter what.
Will Erika and Booker
battle over custody of the baby? Will their horrible loss help them find
consolation in each other's arms? Or will fate intervene yet again?
Scene:
After Booker becomes her client, Erika accepts his invitation to have a
firsthand look at his business operations.
Enjoy a little excerpt:
An
hour after crossing the Atchafalaya Basin, Erika slowed when she received the
GPS alert, looking out for the drive to Booker's place. Just like he’d told
her, an orange cone marked each side. She maneuvered the tight turn with
finesse.
Two
of the largest dogs she had ever seen bounded out of the woods. They loped
beside her car, barking in competition with each other. When the shady, treed
lane widened, they took off. Exposed in the clearing, a sloped-roof,
Acadian-style house shimmered white.
She
guessed the dogs served as Booker's alarm system. He watched her advance while
standing in the screen door, his hands braced on the doorframe above his head.
"You made it."
Erika
coasted to a stop as he moved his propped, silver-tipped cowboy boot and closed
the wooden door behind him.
"You
had doubts?" She exited and his pets surrounded her before Booker's
whistle sent them racing across his property. To get her camera, she flipped
her seatback forward.
"It
can be difficult to find." Booker came down the stairs. He jammed his
fingers into the pockets of his jeans.
Slamming
her door, she strolled in his direction. "Your place is lovely."
"Thanks."
"Obviously,
this isn't where you operate your business."
"Only
the administrative part of it. We'll go to the paddies in my truck."
Booker beckoned with his head.
Enticed
by his move, Erika took a one-handed shot with her camera.
"Hey.
This excursion is to get shots for the website."
"People
like to see the person with whom they might do business."
"I'll
take your word for that." He grasped her elbow, directing her to the side
of the house.
"Booker,
before we go. May I use your bathroom?"
He
tilted his head and did that ear-pull thing.
"I
tend to go more frequently these days." Erika rested her hand on her
stomach.
"No
need to explain." He veered back to the house. "I should have offered
after that long ride."
Curious about what happens next? I'll tell you where you can
find a clue on Wednesday at my blog.
Only $3.99
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Bio:
Mickie
Sherwood is an author and novice photographer who takes nature pictures right
in her own backyard. She loves to engage in her favorite pastime which also
incites her creativity. Combine that aspect of her life with the enjoyment of
spending time with her family, and cruising vacations, and the development of
interesting characters who encounter intriguing circumstances is not very far
behind.
Check me out.
Best wishes with Templet's Tasty Tails and with all of your future writing, Mickie.
Slainthe!
Good morning, Nancy,
ReplyDeleteIt's wonderful to be here today to spotlight Templet's Tasty Tails. There's nothing like a romp through Bayou Country in the chase for love. Thanks for sharing my latest mainstream romance with your visitors. I invite them to browse Mickie's Mutterings, and be sure to check out Templet's Tasty Tails storyboard on Pinterest. Who plays the roles of Erika and Booker?
To your good health,
Mickie
Mickie Sherwood
~~Sweet, spicy romance – a heartbeat away! ~~
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