Book Blurb:
From
Taken by the Alpha Wolf by Bonnie Vanak:
From
the moment he saw the pale-haired beauty, Draicon werewolf Etienne Robichaux
vowed to claim Cindy Parker as his mate. Nothing will stand in his way. After
learning she’s targeted by a Columbian drug mob, the former Navy SEAL will do
everything in his power to protect her.
His touch ignites her passion and his tender concern touches her soul. But Cindy has a deadly secret she hides from Etienne, one that not only risks losing her heart to handsome shifter, but her very life.
His touch ignites her passion and his tender concern touches her soul. But Cindy has a deadly secret she hides from Etienne, one that not only risks losing her heart to handsome shifter, but her very life.
Authors donate to anthology
to raise money for colleague stricken with breast cancer
Eleven
authors have donated their work to a box set of novellas to raise money for the
medical expenses of a colleague stricken with breast cancer. The LAST HERO
STANDING box set, which is set to release on Oct. 28, features 11 novels and
novellas for only 99 cents, including a bonus short story from New York Times bestseller Dianna
Love. All
the proceeds from sales of the box set will go toward the medical expenses of USA Today bestselling author Pamela
Clare, who
was diagnosed with breast cancer this past April and has been unable to work
since then.
PAMELA’S STORY
LAST HERO STANDING BOX SET
Enjoy 11 emotional stories - 2000 pages filled
with all types of heroes from small town to international action-adventure who
earn and protect those they love. Over 360 reviews with a 4.5 star rating!!!
PLEASE NOTE: This box set will be available for
ONE MONTH ONLY, and all proceeds go directly to the medical fund for box set
author Pamela Clare, who is in the midst of her own battle with breast cancer.
Everyone who touched this project donated their time and stories. Please help
us help her by treating yourself and your friends to a box set full of great
stories!
KISS THE ENEMY, a
Slye Temp novel
"It seems
with each book, this series gets better..."
FIRST TASTE OF
DARKNESS, a novella
“Plenty of
passion to fan yourself but also enough love...to make you swoon.” –So Many
Reads
FIRST EXPOSURE,
an Aegis Security prequel novella
“This series is
off to an explosive start.”
SINFUL DECEPTION,
a Renegades novel
"Another
fast-paced, action-packed, sexy Covert Affairs story!"
TAKEN BY THE
ALPHA WOLF, a novella
"Highly
recommend to anyone who likes steamy, sexy novels."
FIRST STRIKE, an
I-Team novella
“If you’re a fan
of romantic suspense, you must read Pamela Clare!”
INVISIBLE FEARS,
an Invisible Recruits novel
“The powerful
descriptive ability this author displays raises the bar for Urban
Fantasy!”
THE EVASION, a
Justifiable Cause Novella
"Adrienne
Giordano delivers everything romantic suspense readers want…"
NIGHTFALL, A
Vampire Romance Novel
"...an edge
of your seat series."
Award-Winning
Author Stephanie Rowe
ICE, an Alaska
Heat novel
“ICE delivers
pulse-pounding chills and hot romance!”
Award-winning
Author Tracey Devlyn
LATYMER, a Nexus
novella
"Powerful…and
gripping."
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Excerpt:
TAKEN BY THE ALPHA WOLF - Bonnie Vanak
Florida
Everglades, 1997
“There
she is.”
Crouched
down, Etienne Robichaux peered through the thick trees at his target. On a
narrow path cutting through thick brush of the Florida Everglades, the sleek
white wolf nosed through the bay head.
A
thicket of cocoplum, red bay and wax myrtle provided excellent coverage.
Overhead the March sun was brilliant and warm, no clouds in the sharp blue sky.
Perfect
day for an abduction.
Green
camouflage pants, an olive T-shirt and jungle boots protected his body against
branches and sharp sawgrass. Etienne ran a finger along the bandana covering
his light brown hair. Hunkered down beside him also in camouflage, his two
younger brothers studied the prey.
Three
Draicon werewolves on recon… for another Draicon wolf. The image would’ve
amused him, had the situation been less grim.
“You
sure that’s her?” Alexandre wondered.
“I
know her scent, could pick it up in a garbage chute.” He drew in a deep lungful
of the delicate fragrance of fresh
raindrops on lilies cutting through the swamp’s more earthy smells.
Gabriel
shook his head. “She may fight you.”
“Doesn’t
matter. The intel said they could come after her at any time.” Etienne’s pulse
raced.
Getting
caught in heavy crossfire during the Lebanon op had been nothing compared to
hearing that news. Hell he could take all the tight situations threatening his
ass when he’d been a U.S. Navy SEAL and retained his usual calm, tight control.
None of them compared to the gut-wrenching fear of losing Cindy.
Before
even having her, so to speak.
“Her
father,” Alex began. “You warned him, tried to reason with him?”
Etienne
snorted. “Wouldn’t listen to me. Damnit, it was like talking with a rock. This
is the only way. I’m taking control.”
Alex
looked up, his lean face tight.
“Screw
it, mon frere. Go for her,” Alex
said, growling.
Gabriel’s
eyes flashed amber, signaling the emergence of his wolf. “Do it.”
The
white wolf loped down the path toward the open plain. Now.
Bolting
out of his cover, Etienne leapt onto the path. He charged and tackled his prey.
The white wolf snarled and struggled, but he pinned her down, one hand wrapped
around her muzzle. Careful not to hurt her, he kept her subdued by superior
strength and weight. Still the wolf fought to be free.
His
brothers raced toward him. Gabriel and Alexandre stood guard at the entrance to
the bayhead, their sharp eyes scanning the flat plain of sawgrass. The white
wolf twisted suddenly, and nearly escaped. Etienne tightened his grip, smelling
fresh panic and animalistic fear as he tussled with her.
“Cindy,
it’s me, Etienne. Shift back.”
The
wolf’s struggles eased, but she did not Change. He tried for the telepathic
link they shared as destined mates. All he got was a whining buzz of angry
terror.
Etienne
let loose a rich Cajun curse, causing his brothers to turn.
“She’s
not shifting back. You sure that’s her?” Alex asked.
“Or
an escapee from Metro Zoo?” Gabriel added.
A
frustrated growl tore from his throat. “Cindy, c’mon, sweetheart shift back!”
Beneath
his heavy weight, the white wolf panted, her energy expended. Made no damn
sense. “Cyn, stop playing games. I’m here to protect you.”
“I hear the zoo is nice,” Gabriel drawled.
“Maybe you could set up housekeeping there.”
“Shut
up.” Etienne partly eased off the now-dusty white wolf, turning her muzzle to
face him.
Blue
eyes burned like lasers as the white wolf glared. With a flare of iridescent
sparks, a lovely blonde woman replaced the Draicon werewolf. Finally.
He
felt himself melt as he stared into her deep blue eyes. Damn, she was so
pretty, such a lady. When she wasn’t a wolf.
“Etienne?”
The
melodious timbre of her voice stroked his senses. Then her gaze sharpened with
fury. “Get off me.”
Warm
female flesh had replaced fur. Etienne felt a surge of hot desire raged as he
realized he cupped a soft, round breast.
His
future mate was naked.
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Author
Extras :
1. How has
cancer touched you personally?
Yes. My mother, aunt and grandmother and uncle died
from cancer. Right now our beloved rescue dog, Holly, is battling breast
cancer. I never knew a dog could have breast cancer, but sadly, now I do. Holly
is now on a regimen of chemo and had almost the same kind of tumor Pam had.
2. Why did you
participate in the LAST HERO STANDING fundraiser for fellow author Pamela
Clare?
Pam is a good friend and I wanted to do what I could
to support her in this battle. Cancer is an extremely draining disease, both
financially and physically.
Author Bio:
Bonnie Vanak is the New York Times bestselling author of
paranormal werewolf romances. A former newspaper reporter who became a writer
for a major international charity, she travels to destitute countries to write
about issues affecting the poor. Her books take readers from the mysterious,
dark alleys of New Orleans to the sweeping plains of Montana. Visit her Web
site at www.bonnievanak.com.
Connect:
Author’s
Website: www.bonnievanak.com
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