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a little more about the author Traci Douglass.
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Title: Seal of Destiny
Author: Traci Douglass
Series: Seven Seals #1
Genre: Paranormal Romance/Urban Fantasy
Published: January 21st 2013
Book
Description
Love conquers all… but can it stop the Apocalypse?
Mira Herald is having the worst life ever. Not only is she plagued by horrific
nightmares starring the Devil himself, she’s now the target of a power-hungry,
rogue minion, freshly sprung from Hell and bent on her destruction. To complicate matters further, she’s acquired
a stalker. One who insists he’s a divine warrior sent for her protection
because she houses an ancient relic with the power to unleash Armageddon. Last
time Mira checked, she wasn’t insane. Still, all this celestial mayhem is
enough to drive a girl crazy.
Kagan is a member of the Scion, an elite team of
immortal warriors selected by Divinity to aid mankind and save the world. After
a century alone, Kagan is summoned for a new mission. He’s eager to begin.
Eager until he’s informed his mission consists of protecting a woman with no
clue to the power she wields. Plus, his briefing fails to prepare him for his
new target’s cosmic-sized attitude problem.
As Divinity’s sworn servant, he’s required to fulfill his duty. His
oath, however, does not require him to be enthusiastic about his new assignment
or warm-and-fuzzy toward his new compatriot. He plans a wham-bam rescue and a
quick return to solitude.
The rogue minion attacks—with the backing of a
mysterious organization—and all Hades erupts, putting a fast end to any
whirlwind escapes. Accustomed to staunch independence, Mira’s survival now
requires full cooperation and an unwavering belief in Kagan. The
battle-hardened warrior is also forced to chose: between duty and desire.
Amidst the turmoil, Kagan and Mira’s undeniable passion draws them closer to
each other and down a path neither expected but both yearn for, more than they
ever knew.
Will love save the day? The world’s fate depends on the
answer.
Excerpt
“Basta!”
Kagan grabbed her by the arm and twisted slightly, not enough to hurt, but
enough to let her know he meant business as he directed her to a corner booth.
He ignored the half-full beverages and coats scattered on the seats and shoved
Mira into the confined space. When the booth’s original owners took issue with
his hostile takeover, Kagan dispatched them with a lethal glare. He wasn’t sure
where the girl had gotten the idea his mind was damaged, but he was damn sure
he didn’t like it. He moved in behind her to block her escape.
“Oh, hell,
no!” After several unsuccessful strikes to his muscled physique, Mira tried to
slide out beneath the table. The angle proved too awkward. Defeated, she shoved
as far away as she could into the corner and propped those killer boots on the
seat in front of her in warning. “You better let me out of here, asshole,
before I call the cops! I caught you stalking me, pervert!”
Kagan took a
deep breath. He never lost his cool in battle, and he wasn’t about to start
now. “Pervert? You’re of age, si?”
Mira glared.
Kagan ticked through their earlier interactions, searching for a reason behind
her intense hostility. His preternatural instincts sensed her intention before
her hand reached his carotid. He blocked her quickly, locking her small hand
within his and forcing it to the table beneath his own. Her pulse raced against
his palm. He took another swig of beer then flashed his most endearing grin.
“Let’s start over.” He released his bottle and extended his hand. “I’m Kagan.”
She refused
to acquiesce. Kagan spoke in quiet tones meant to calm, to reassure. “I know
I’m a stranger, but we have things to discuss.” He glanced around the crowded
club, at the bodies packed tight. “We can’t do it here, though—no privacy. My
apartment is close. Why don’t we go there and talk?”
Mira kicked
him hard in the thigh.
“Merda!”
Kagan grabbed his throbbing leg. “What’s in those damn boots? Marble?”
“Let me out
of here, jackass, before I sideline your baby-maker!” Mira struggled within the
tight confines of the booth. As she squirmed, the spicy scent of her shampoo
wafted, and he was overcome with the strangest urge to plunge his hands into
the riotous mass of her hair, to feel it curl around his fingers. She tugged on
the hand pinned beneath his, and his thumb traced over her thudding veins. His
heart pounding along with hers. The odd tingle sped through his torso, and his
mouth turned to cotton. Her gaze blazed up at him, a swirling mix of green and
golden brown. He noted the dark smudges below and wondered what kept her from
slumber.
Dolce
Cristo! Kagan looked away, fought for control. This was getting way out of
hand. He couldn’t remember the last time he’d bedded a woman, but apparently it
had been far too long.
About the Author
A storyteller since
childhood, she began putting her tales down on paper in November 2011 after the
idea for the Seven Seals Series occurred to her in a dream. She finished the
first draft of what was to become Seal of Destiny in one month and decided to
pursue a full-time writing career in January of 2012. Life has now been a
rollercoaster, crash course in pursuing your dreams.
Traci is an active member
of Romance Writers of America (RWA), Indiana Romance Writers of America (IRWA)
and Fantasy, Futuristic & Paranormal Writers (FF&P) and is pursing a
Masters of Fine Arts degree in Writing Popular Fiction through Seton Hill
University. Her stories have made the final rounds in several RWA chapter
contests, including the 2012 Duel on the Delta, the 2012 Molly Awards, and the
2012 Catherine Awards. An earlier draft of Seal of Destiny won the paranormal
category of the 2012 Marlene Awards sponsored by the Washington Romance
Writers.
Other
current projects include upcoming books in the Seven Seals series and a new
futuristic detective series with hints of the paranormal and plenty of romance.
Find
Traci online at:
Website:
http://www.tracidouglass.net
FB Author Page: http://www.facebook.com/TraciDouglassAuthor
Twitter: @Traci_Douglass
Publisher:
www.crimsonromance.com
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