Welcome to Snippet Sunday. I thought I'd change it up a little this week. I have a new release! So this is a snippet from The Gryphon and His Thief.
If you missed the last weeks snippet from The Gryphon & His Thief, here's the link. Chapter 2 #6 
Set up: Darrien grabbed Calli, intent on ending her life and taking back the stone she'd stolen, but their touch was electrifying...and not in a good way. lol. This is in Darrien's POV.
*The excerpt was modified to fit the 8 sentence limit.
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They flew apart from the zap of energy and he slammed into the vending machine, sparking it to life and sending candy bars and chips dropping into the bin for easy access. The thief bounced against her vehicle, fell to the ground, and hit her head against the bumper on the way down, knocking her unconscious.
He soared to his feet and strode toward her, fearing she'd spring to life and bolt again, but she lay unmoving with only the rise and fall of her chest to tell him she still lived.
"Unfortunate for you, my dear sweet thief," he murmured. Her unconscious state made slicing her neck and taking back what belonged to the museum that much easier. He crouched down next to her and released his talons from his fingertips with a slight shift.
"Ah…soooo…nice," the thief murmured, her voice like a sweet melody to his ears.
He frowned and stared at her, his clawed hand ready to slash, but he didn't act.
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Darrien is truly intrigued by Calli, but will it be enough to keep her alive? Stop by next week to find out. 🙂
I hope you enjoyed the sneak peek at The Gryphon and His Thief. Love to read your comments and know what you thought about the snippet.
Thanks for stopping by!
Next week look for snippet #8 from my Paranormal Mystery tale, The Gryphon and His Thief.
If you're interested in knowing more about The Gryphon and His Thief, here's a blurb:
Available at:Ebook: Amazon / Amazon UK / iPad In Print: Amazon / Amazon UK / Barnes and Noble /Createspace
Blurb:
Some Treasures are Priceless…
A long time ago, a Gryphon shifter’s duty was to guard and protect the people of the tribes, but Darrien Andros failed to keep his human wife safe from harm. Cursed for the crime, he must guard everything in the Museum of Cursed Antiquities forever, never to truly live and never to die. Centuries have passed, but when he encounters a thief, who uncannily resembles his dead wife, he is convinced he has a second chance.
Calli Angelis is hired to steal Hecate's Stone from the Museum, believing she would be returning it to its rightful owner. She never really trusted the person who hired her and now Darrien makes her doubt her motives, too. He also has her questioning the possibility of reincarnation when the attraction between them ignites into something she can no longer ignore.
As the two work together to unravel the mysteries behind the stone, it becomes apparent an old and dangerous enemy from Darrien’s past is determined to have history repeat itself.
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Weekend Writing Warriors for Eight Sentence Sunday
This scene was so detailed, it really painted a picture for me. Great snippet.
Cecilia,
Thanks so much!
She is not that unconscious. He should get ready for more!
Linda,
You’ll have to wait and see. 🙂
Another terrific book, Karen!
You have too many great characters to call a favorite, but Calli would be a contender. 😀
Sarah,
Thank you so much! Do glad to hear you enjoyed the story!!
The opening sentence made me jump out of my seat – I don’t do that very often. I like how he’s not taken in by the thief’s dubious attempt to appeal to his emotions. Great snippet!
Frank,
So glad I captured your attention. 🙂
Exciting and terrifying all at once and then . . .cliff hanger–what happens next. She’s a clever thief.
Charmaine,
She is a clever thief. 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by.
Great snippet. I love the jolt of energy, and the details of the results of it. (Quick, someone grab the chocolate and chips!)
PT,
Lol– I help you pick up those snacks. Thanks so much for stopping by.
congratulations on your new release! I love how you describe her voice and the effect it has on him. 🙂
EE,
Thanks so much. So glad you enjoyed the snippet!!
Awesome snippet. I love this story.
Emmy,
Thanks so much!
Oh-ho, that wasn’t what he was expecting! Great snippet, Karen. 🙂
Siobhan,
So glad you enjoyed the snippet. 🙂
Well, I for one certainly wasn’t ready for him to kill her, yikes! Glad he paused and can’t wait to see what comes next. Excellent excerpt!
Veronica,
I’m so glad you’re intrigued. Find out next week what happens next. 🙂
Wonder if she’s faking? I hope he doesn’t hurt her.
Elaine,
Stop by next week and find out. 🙂
I love the image of the vending machine sending down free candy and chips! That’s some mighty powerful energy they exchanged.
Carrie-Anne,
Thanks so much!
Great first sentence … love the snippet and look forward to reading more.
Way to leave me hanging. Great snippet. 🙂
Oooh, very nice snippet. Great tension. (Sorry this is late)
Exciting snippet! I’m glad he paused before hurting her. Still feeling a bit tense…
Christina,
Yep, it was a very good thing Darrien paused. 🙂