Tag Archive | Romantic Suspense
Sometimes It Begins with a Name
Originally posted on Florida Family Series by Dellani Oakes:
Sometimes, it begins with a name, that compelling first line, the one that echoes in your head until it’s written down. Other times, it starts with a description that won’t leave my mind. When I wrote The Ninja Tattoo, I was overwhelmed with the description, but the…
Snowed – Part 38
Originally posted on Dellani Oakes:
Mike and Steve are bored, so they explore the hospital, locate the gift show and coffee shop, where they have a second breakfast and chat. “How did a nice New York City boy like you end up here?” He held out his arms to indicated the entire city. “Car trouble.”…
Snowed – Part 37
Originally posted on Dellani Oakes:
Not only do Chester and Ma join them for breakfast, Molly’s daughters arrive with the oldest daughter’s husband. I gave them a brief rundown on the events of the night. Not including the main event after I got home. Should I say, events? Five—yeah. . . . Okay, I’m pretty…
In Her Own Words – Toni Cristo Under the Western Sky
Originally posted on Historical Novels by Dellani Oakes:
What is your name? Antonia Cristo, but everyone calls me Toni. What do you do? I’m a high school student. I sometimes work part time, babysit, that kind of thing. What is your biggest fear? It used to be my biggest fear was whether I was gonna…
Snowed – Part 35
Originally posted on Dellani Oakes:
Almost naked, Mike and Sarena are interrupted by Jessie knocking on the door. She’s very upset. Molly has had a heart attack. The ambulance takes Molly to the hospital and Mike gets dressed and follows. Molly has listed him as her next of kin. “You’re the son?” I put my…
In His Own Words – Daniel Emerson from Under the Western Sky
Originally posted on Historical Novels by Dellani Oakes:
What is your name? Daniel Emerson, Junior, but you can call me Danny. What do you do? I’m a high school student. I play football and I work part time with my dad. What is your biggest fear? Honest to God, until recently, I wasn’t afraid of…
Snowed – Part 34
Originally posted on Dellani Oakes:
Mike can’t drive home quickly enough. They are barely in the door before they’re undressing one another. “Are you really here?” I whispered hoarsely. “You aren’t some amazing dream that’s going to heat me up and leave me in a sex starved puddle, are you?” “I’m standing here asking myself…
Undiscovered – Excerpt Chapter 11
Originally posted on Love Under the Sun:
Martha, Cadence’s mother, is one of my favorite characters. She has a short part, but she’s got some great dialogue. She’s a good woman with a kind heart, who is concerned about her daughter’s happiness. On their way to the mysterious safe location, Cadence and Scott stop at…
Viv Drewa - The Owl Lady 