Spotlight
& GIVEAWAY with author Abmrielle Kirk
Welcome
back everyone! Today I have two special posts for you. This is the
first and it is very special because it features three books
contained in one. I have yet to experience the world of Ms. Ambrielle
Kirk, but her sound fabulous. And who doesn't love a good PNR with
wolves? I thought I would give you the blurbs of each book and then
the excerpt after them all even though it is from the first book in
the series. And want to know something else? There is a GIVEAWAY!
Yay! Four of you have a chance to win, so give it a shot before you
leave today and enter. We have a lot to read about so let's get
started. Please allow me to introduce to the blog:
**AMBRIELLE
KIRK**
**BIO**
Multi-published
author Ambrielle Kirk writes erotic, paranormal romance, and urban
fantasy. Ambrielle lives in Atlanta, GA where she works in the
accounting and finance industry. She holds a Master's Degree in
Accounting. Since graduation she's worked in the public and private
accounting sectors. She is the wife of a loving husband, and the
mother of a beautiful girl. She works and writes full-time. A
bestselling author in several sub-genres at ARe and Amazon, she has
also earned a 2012 Swirl Award in the paranormal category. She's a
member of RWA, FF&P special interest chapter of RWA, and
co-founder and treasurer of Cultural, Interracial, and Multicultural
special interest chapter of RWA. Ambrielle Kirk is also an admin at
the blog, IRMC Books.
You
can find out more about Ms. Kirk in the following places:
**WOLF'S
HAVEN**
**Caedmon
Wolves 1**
**BLURB**
Tamara
would risk her life to gain freedom. She's finally built up the
courage to escape from a world of abuse by the hands of man who
promised her the world. One night she makes a break for it, but her
plans backfire. She begins to believe that she was never meant to be
happy. When all hope of freedom fades, she stumbles across a wolf
that brings her to safety. She learns to trust the wolf, but has yet
to trust the man.
Devin, potential future leader of the Caedmon Pack, returns to the foothills of his Virginia home after five long years as a lone wolf. Rivals within the circle challenge him and threaten to strip him of his true birthright. Being bound to lead the pack was not something Devin had planned for his life, but letting his people fall prey to turmoil under the rule of his cousin Darius is out of the question. The night of Devin's rise to Alpha leader is approaching. Despite opposition, he's gained an impressive following. That is until he brings a human among the pack.
Tamara can't deny the attraction she feels toward Devin. The Alpha leader-to-be simply cannot resist Tamara's lure. When they are together, their tribulations take the backburner. Their desire for one another grows as they consummate their passion in wolf's haven. Will Devin forfeit the most coveted position within the Caedmon Pack to bond with his chosen mate? Can Tamara trust Devin with her mind, heart, body, and soul or will the memories of her abuse dissuade her from being bound to the wolf?
Devin, potential future leader of the Caedmon Pack, returns to the foothills of his Virginia home after five long years as a lone wolf. Rivals within the circle challenge him and threaten to strip him of his true birthright. Being bound to lead the pack was not something Devin had planned for his life, but letting his people fall prey to turmoil under the rule of his cousin Darius is out of the question. The night of Devin's rise to Alpha leader is approaching. Despite opposition, he's gained an impressive following. That is until he brings a human among the pack.
Tamara can't deny the attraction she feels toward Devin. The Alpha leader-to-be simply cannot resist Tamara's lure. When they are together, their tribulations take the backburner. Their desire for one another grows as they consummate their passion in wolf's haven. Will Devin forfeit the most coveted position within the Caedmon Pack to bond with his chosen mate? Can Tamara trust Devin with her mind, heart, body, and soul or will the memories of her abuse dissuade her from being bound to the wolf?
**WOLF'S
PROMISE**
**Caedmon
Wolves 2**
**BLURB**
Selene
is thrust into the aftermath of Caedmon pack rivalry when
determination to help a friend leads her to the foothills of the
Virginia mountains. She doesn't anticipate that her generosity would
earn her a place behind bars and at the mercy of man who saves her
from a sentence worse than death. Soon she discovers that Nick is far
from ordinary. Under the façade of his commitment to protect her
from evil hides a secret that shatters her faith in him.
Nick knew his life would be forever changed when Devin, the new Caedmon leader, honors him with the title of Second-in-Command. With this responsibility, he's introduced to a web of pack politics and threats. Darius, the banished wolf who lost the most coveted title within the pack, turns out to be a sore loser, and he demands either complete dominance or total destruction. Someone must stop him before he tears down the unity that has held the pack together for decades.
In the midst of it all, he meets a tempting brazen beauty. Selene is not just any woman, and the wolf inside reminds Nick of this fact every time she's in his presence. She awakens raging passion within him, and he desires her like no other. Nick's past misfortunes has taught him many things. For one...never trust a woman with his heart.
True love awaits in the path of danger, but will Selene and Nick let the chaos destroy their bond?
Nick knew his life would be forever changed when Devin, the new Caedmon leader, honors him with the title of Second-in-Command. With this responsibility, he's introduced to a web of pack politics and threats. Darius, the banished wolf who lost the most coveted title within the pack, turns out to be a sore loser, and he demands either complete dominance or total destruction. Someone must stop him before he tears down the unity that has held the pack together for decades.
In the midst of it all, he meets a tempting brazen beauty. Selene is not just any woman, and the wolf inside reminds Nick of this fact every time she's in his presence. She awakens raging passion within him, and he desires her like no other. Nick's past misfortunes has taught him many things. For one...never trust a woman with his heart.
True love awaits in the path of danger, but will Selene and Nick let the chaos destroy their bond?
**WOLF'S
TOUCH**
**Caedmon
Wolves 3**
**BLURB**
Jayson
Truman is captivated by his boss’s daughter. He finds himself
fantasizing about the many ways he’d like to have his way with
Arianna Klein. Despite Mr. Klein’s strong connections to the
Caedmon community, he and Jayson have never seen eye to eye on any
matter. Lusting after his daughter only adds fuel to the flames.
Their long-standing business relationship begins to unravel. Secrets
are exposed, and loyalty is tested. Jayson is warned to stay away
from Arianna…
Cutting family ties seems like Arianna’s only recourse to regaining control of her life. Yet, steering clear of her father is easier said than done, especially when she holds the key to his business’s success…or failure. And as if her life weren't dictated enough by men with oversized egos, add Jayson to the equation and his many attempts to lay claim to her. If he thinks she’s going to swoon at his feet like a sex crazed maniac, he’s got another thing coming. But Arianna is not the only one with a key. Jayson may very well be the pawn she needs to get her out of the mess that her father has built.
Jayson will put his life on the line for Arianna, but will he gain her love and acceptance in return?
Cutting family ties seems like Arianna’s only recourse to regaining control of her life. Yet, steering clear of her father is easier said than done, especially when she holds the key to his business’s success…or failure. And as if her life weren't dictated enough by men with oversized egos, add Jayson to the equation and his many attempts to lay claim to her. If he thinks she’s going to swoon at his feet like a sex crazed maniac, he’s got another thing coming. But Arianna is not the only one with a key. Jayson may very well be the pawn she needs to get her out of the mess that her father has built.
Jayson will put his life on the line for Arianna, but will he gain her love and acceptance in return?
**EXCERPT**
**Caedmon
Wolves Volume 1; Books 1 - 3**
By
reading any further you are stating you are at least 18 years of age.
If
you are under the age of 18, it is necessary for you to exit this
site.
Genre:
Paranormal Romance/Wolf-Shifter Romance
ISBN:
978-1484996591
ASIN:
B00BLVKNT0
Number
of pages: 418 print
Word
Count: 103,000
Cover
Artist: Elaina Lee
"Are
you in…or are you out?"
Tamara
glared at her fiancé. The demanding expression on Brad’s face was
the same exact look he gave her when he wanted something. Only this
time, no physical force followed. After all, they were surrounded by
his partners in crime. He wouldn't dare lift a hand to strike her
around other people. Brad wanted no one to know how much of a coward
he was.
Swallowing,
she bit the corners of her lips. She’d waited for this opportunity
for months. The chance to be free of the conniving bastard and the
controlling dangerous life that he’d tricked her to lead.
Her
plans were already in place. All she had to do was make one call and
her contact would be waiting. She would be free from this life.
"Yes,
I'm in." Her voice came out on a hoarse whisper.
"A
ride or die chick." One of Brad's friends chuckled. "What
does a guy have to do to get one of those nowadays?"
Brad
grabbed the duffle bag at his feet and grinned. "It's an
acquired skill."
If
they only knew. Brad Thatcher wasn't the man he portrayed himself
to be. Over the last ten months, he'd turned to heavy drinking each
night. Then the verbal abuse turned into something much worse. She
had something to show for being so vulnerable. The bruises on her
skin. Now, she feared for her life. This situation had gone too far.
Tamara
had never envisioned being with a man who seemed to thrive off her
pain. He was never going to get better. Her counselor had warned her
of this. She'd even ticked off the list of warning signs to watch for
in his behavior. Throwing jealous tantrums if she so much as looked
at another man. Trying to control her every move and keeping her
under lock and key. Verbal insults escalating into gripping her in
the fit of rebellious rages. One after the other, the signs became
clearer. Brad was an abuser. Of women, drugs, and alcohol. Yet she
stayed.
Her
heart pounded uncontrollably as she contemplated the consequences. If
she failed this escape, there would be hell to pay and she just might
lose with her life. The last time she threatened to leave him, he'd
freaked out. She still had the marks on her neck to show for it.
"I
need to use the bathroom before we leave." Tamara looked to Brad
for his approval.
"Ah
man. We don't have time for this." Brad's second sidekick yelled
from the driver's side of the vehicle. "We have to be at the
museum during the shift change-over."
Brad
and his crew made their living as thieves. It was fast, easy money.
They were bandits who ran from the law and walked on the edge. Her
fiancé had hidden his shady side job from her while they dated. He'd
painted himself to be the picture perfect husband-to-be, but he was a
fake. Her normal boring life had been turned upside down.
It
all started when he lost his job for money laundering. She stood by
her man back then. Had even persuaded him to pursue other careers,
but Brad had alternative motives. Things got out of hand, and soon
her husband-to-be turned out to be the fiancé from hell. By the time
she caught on, she was in too deep.
"I
need to go," she repeated in a harsher tone. She'd pay for
acting out like this later.
"You
better hurry." Brad’s lips formed a taut line. He turned his
attention back to his crew. "She's the only one who can fit
through the vent."
As
Tamara walked off to the bathroom in the back of the warehouse, they
discussed strategy among themselves. After locking the door behind
her, she retrieved a small cell phone from the sleeve of her boot.
Her fingers shook as she flipped the lid. Just before punching in the
numbers she'd remembered by heart, she exhaled.
Tamara
paced the cramped space of the one stall bathroom, praying for Selene
to pick up the phone. This was her only hope. Just when she thought
her plans would backfire, her counselor answered the phone.
"Hello."
The
voice sounded groggy on the other end. At nearly two hours before
midnight, she expected this much. She only hoped that Selene could
still help her. It had been a while since she’d last spoken with
the counselor.
"Selene,"
she whispered into the phone. "It's me. Tamara."
There
was a bunch a ruffling on the other end. "Tamara. I haven't
heard from you in three months. What's wrong? What happened?"
"I'm
ready."
"Give
me your location."
"About
ten miles south of Blue Hills, Virginia. Near an industrial area."
Outside
the door, she heard the van engine start. Brad shouted her name.
"Selene…I
don't have much time," Tamara whispered into the phone with
urgency.
"Wait.
Let me get my laptop.” There was some fumbling on the other end. “I
think I know where you are. Industry Park. Near the city. Shoot! I’m
getting you out of there.” The sound of fingers tapping furious at
the keyboard flowed through the phone line. “You are to board the
next train out of the Westbed station. A man in a red cap will be
waiting with your ticket.”
Each
time she'd called Selene, they'd discussed her getaway. She'd
chickened out twice before. The promise of a new beginning and
identity seemed like the life change she needed, but the consequences
if she failed this escape loomed her conscience.
"How—"
Brad
banged on the door. "Get your ass out here. Now."
Tamara's
heart jumped and her voice lodged in her throat. Brad jiggled the
door handle and pushed against it. It rattled on the frames.
She
looked up at the small window. There wouldn’t be any escaping from
here. Not even a small dog could pass through the bars.
Darting
over to the sink, she turned on the faucet. "I'll be right out.
I'm just washing up."
"Washing
up, my ass." Using the weight of his body, Brad burst into the
doors.
Acting
quickly, Tamara tossed the cell in the waste basket under the sink.
He
reached out and grabbed her by the forearm. "What the fuck are
you doing in here?"
She
flinched as he tightened his grip, pinching her skin. "I was
just washing my hands."
"You're
taking too long." He led her out of the bathroom, practically
pushing her towards the waiting van. After shoving her inside, he
slid the door closed. "Let's go." He jumped into the
passenger seat.
Tamara
took a seat in the back of the van. Her palms stung, and she looked
down to find her hands balled in a tight fist. Violence wasn't the
answer. She wouldn't dare stoop to that level. So many times she'd
wanted to hurt Brad. She hated him—despised him for making her
afraid to fight back.
She
bent down and touched the hilt of the pocket knife hidden in her
other boot just to make sure it was still there. The cell phone was
gone. Now she only had the knife to protect herself. Last time, she
threatened to use a weapon on him, he'd laughed in her face. Said
that she wouldn't dare kill him. He thought this was a game. She'd
come to the realization that Brad loved to taunt her. It turned him
on to see her in pain. But how far would he go? How far would he go
until she ended up dead in a landfill?
Tamara
swallowed.
The
smoke from Brad’s cigarette wafted to the back of van when he
opened the window to flick the ashes away. In the other hand, he had
a bottle of vodka. As he took a swig of the poison that fueled his
rage, a sense of hopelessness consumed her and she squeezed her eyes
shut. She was tired of his perilous ways. Tired of feeling like a
prison in a dreadful place.
No matter what he'd done to
her, it pained her to see him throw his life away in exchange for
quick money, drugs, and alcohol. She had to get out of this
relationship. She wanted to get out now.
**BUY
LINKS**
**GIVEAWAY**
Well?
What did you think? I have to say, I like the idea of having three
books together. We all have huge collections and keeping three in
one, well that is just a great thing. I always welcome your feedback
so feel free to leave a comment below. Tell me your thoughts about
this post, or anything you would like to say about the author or
series if you ave had the opportunity to read it before.
I
want to thank Ms. Kirk for hopping in today to spend some time with
us. And I always am thankful to see each of you spending a bit of
time with us. I hope that you enjoyed your time spent here today and
that you liked getting to know a little about Ms. Kirk and ber books.
If you liked what tou experienced here today, please consider showing
this author support by buying a copy of the book(s) for yourself. And
do not forget to enter the giveaway. You have nothing to lose except
a chance to win. I wish everyone a terrific day! See you very soon
... and until then ...
HAPPY
READING!!!
I love having 3 books together. Great excerpt. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHi Eva,
DeleteGreat to see you again. I am so glad you had fun today. Best of luck to you in the GIVEAWAY! Hope to see you again soon! :)