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SPRING’S SURPRISE
by Cynthia
Gail
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Sara Michaels is single again. And she’s
celebrating her thirtieth birthday with a complete spa makeover and a day of
boutique shopping with her two best friends. After a ten-month battle for freedom,
a long weekend in Nashville, Tennessee is just what she needs to erase the
memories of a broken heart.
Jack
Tanner is the soon-to-be new partner at Chester & Dorsey Development Firm.
Jack’s love life has been on the back burner for years as he’s built a
successful career. But the moment he meets Sara, he takes a hard look at his
life and his priorities.
Sara
steps out of her comfort zone and spends an unforgettable weekend with Jack.
She’s never felt so carefree. Until she realizes too late that three days can
change everything.
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EXCERPT:
As the song continued, Jack led Sara
around the dance floor in silence. When they rounded a corner, out of sight
from their friends, he leaned down and softly brushed his lips across hers. A
fleeting gesture. By the time Sara realized she had been kissed, he was
whispering in her ear, “I’m looking forward to seeing you again tomorrow. Could
I take you to breakfast before you head out to Beth’s stables?”
His breath on her neck made her feel
intoxicated. And something inside her wanted more.
After a moment, Sara slowly turned
her head and met his lips, this time kissing him back. She wasn’t sure where
her courage came from, but it felt good to be in Jack’s arms. It had been a
long time since someone had kissed her so gently or held her with such
reverence. She couldn’t remember the last time she felt desired, but she was
going to enjoy every minute. Even if on Tuesday she had to return to the real
world and her real life.
Jack urged her closer, but their
feet kept dancing to the slow rhythm of the piano and before she knew it, the
kiss was over. Watching a slow smile form on his lips, she could see his
pleasant surprise, mixed with a simmering heat.
“We’re leaving around eleven.”
“Then I’ll pick you up at eight.
There’s a café down the street from where Jenny lives.”
As the song ended, Sara turned back
toward the direction of their table. As Jack placed his hand at the small of
her back, his thumb gently rubbed against her skin, sending a flutter through
her stomach. He brushed one last kiss on her earlobe and whispered, “Thank
you.”
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AUTHOR Bio and Links:
My husband and I live in the suburbs of Nashville, Tennessee with
our eighteen-year-old son and three dogs. When I’m not working or writing, I
can be found with family and friends. I love to bake in the winter, grill in
the summer, and on occasion, I sneak away from everyone and curl up with a good
book.
I hope you enjoy my stories. Each one touches on modern day issues, fears, and challenges
that women face every day. And each one illustrates that love is within reach
if you let down those walls and allow your heart to open. Our lives and
experiences are so much more meaningful when we have someone to share them
with.
Thank you for hosting me today, Elyzabeth! And I love the way you spell your name. : )
ReplyDeleteHappy Friday everyone!!!
Thanks Cynthia! It's great to have you here :-)
DeleteHi Cynthia, do you think that where you live influences the kind of stories you like to write?
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I like the excerpt very much.
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Thank you for hosting
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