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Author: Kimber
Leigh Wheaton
Published: February 24, 2014
Publisher: Astraea Press
Pages: 310
Summary from Goodreads:
Ashlyn – a free-spirited teenager whose peaceful life
is shattered when the village elders honor her with a perilous quest to recover
a stolen relic.
Zane – a jaded mercenary, torn by his undeniable desire for Ashlyn and the dark secret that could make her hate him forever.
Delistaire – a malevolent sorcerer driven by an insatiable lust for power.
All three are bound together by an ancient relic supposedly infused with the power of a Goddess.
Shadow Fire - adventure, passion, secrets, and betrayal
As Ashlyn and Zane race to stay one step ahead of the evil lurking in the shadows, their passions are ignited and their bond strengthens. But will they find the relic before Delistaire? Or has their entire quest been orchestrated from the very beginning by a madman in pursuit of ultimate power?
Zane – a jaded mercenary, torn by his undeniable desire for Ashlyn and the dark secret that could make her hate him forever.
Delistaire – a malevolent sorcerer driven by an insatiable lust for power.
All three are bound together by an ancient relic supposedly infused with the power of a Goddess.
Shadow Fire - adventure, passion, secrets, and betrayal
As Ashlyn and Zane race to stay one step ahead of the evil lurking in the shadows, their passions are ignited and their bond strengthens. But will they find the relic before Delistaire? Or has their entire quest been orchestrated from the very beginning by a madman in pursuit of ultimate power?
Kimber Leigh Wheaton is a bestselling YA/NA author with a soft spot for sweet romance. She is married to her soul mate, has a teenage son, and shares her home with three dogs, four cats, and lots of dragons. No, she doesn’t live on a farm, she just loves animals. Kimber Leigh is addicted to romance, videogames, superheroes, villains, and chocolate—not necessarily in that order. (If she has to choose, she’ll take a chocolate covered superhero!) She currently lives in San Antonio, TX but has been somewhat a rolling stone in life, having resided in several different cities and states.
Author Links:
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Extra Book Excerpt:
The sound of metal clashing echoes through the air on deck. In the center of the ship Zane and
Taranis are sparring while the crew watches from a safe distance. Neither man seems to be
holding back. Skirting around the fighting men, I reach the stairs up to the helm and scale them.
Several pirates are leaning up against the railing overlooking the deck. When I appear they move
aside to make a space for me in the middle.
“How long have they been at it?” I ask the group of men.
“Half an hour or so,” a red-haired pirate replies. “You want in on the betting pool? It's not too
late.”
“I'll pass thanks.”
Only a moron would bet against Zane. Although I have to admit, it appears Taranis is putting up
a good fight. He rushes at Zane with a series of furious swings, which are all parried with ease.
When he leaps away, Zane charges him. Taranis manages to parry all but one swing. This one he
blocks with the large silver gauntlet on his left forearm. Zane takes a step back and lowers his
sword.
“Had enough yet, pirate?” he asks laughing.
Taranis is staring at him in cool silence, but his breathing is a bit labored. When the captain
rushes him, Zane drops to the ground and knocks him down with a leg sweep. Taranis sprawls on
the deck but doesn't lose his sword. Zane leaps to his feet and moves to place his sword at the
rogue's throat. Taranis manages to block the strike with his gauntlet before leaping back to his
feet.
“I guess not,” Zane observes.
Taranis gazes up at me with a leer and a wicked smirk. I don't even have time to gulp before he
vaults over the rail to seize me around the waist. My shriek is somewhere between a cry of
surprise and a laugh when Taranis pulls me against his side, pointing his sword at Zane.
“Drop your sword, mercenary,” he commands.
“Why would I do that?” Zane asks scowling. He's obviously not happy with the direction of the
fight. For my part, I lean against Taranis, trying hard not to laugh.
“I have your woman,” Taranis declares. “I'm sure you wouldn't want to see her harmed.”
“I know you won't hurt her, pirate,” Zane says, exasperation apparent in his eyes and his voice.
With a smirk, I glance up at the pirate's jubilant face. I have to agree with Zane. Taranis is as
harmless as a puppy.
“Now either get back down here or surrender,” Zane yells.
“What if I do this?” Taranis asks, pulling on my braid and baring my neck to him.
His lips start trailing feather light kisses up my neck. I'm too shocked to do anything but stand in
his embrace.
“Oh, that's it!” Zane shouts, running toward us. “You're a dead man!”
“Sorry, my gorgeous beauty,” Taranis says laughing, “gotta go!” He leaps off the railing just as
Zane reaches my side.
“Are you all right?” Zane asks, cupping my cheek. I try to keep it in but to no avail. My laughter
rings out, and I'm doubled over by the force of it. “I'll take that as a yes,” he mumbles before he
takes off running after Taranis. “You may as well surrender, pirate! Where are you going to run?
This is a ship!”
My Thoughts:
Just by this excerpt and synopsis alone it sounds like a good book. I can't wait to read this book and see where it leads. The cover is also absolutely stunning! Let me know if you plan on reading this series or if you have and let me know your thoughts down below.
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