Blurb:
Sophie Grant made a promise to her friend. She loves the comfort
of her book store and has no desire what-so-ever to go on an adventure—not when
she can read about them every day in a book.
But a promise is a promise.
After sticking a pin in a map she heads off to the Colorado Rockies.
High in the Colorado Rockies, world renowned photographer Jonas Hansen is healing from a personal loss. Will Sophie’s kind nature, love of photography, and beautiful smile make Jonas whole again?
But a promise is a promise.
After sticking a pin in a map she heads off to the Colorado Rockies.
High in the Colorado Rockies, world renowned photographer Jonas Hansen is healing from a personal loss. Will Sophie’s kind nature, love of photography, and beautiful smile make Jonas whole again?
Excerpt:
Sophie climbed the stairs
and Jonas held the door open for her. He didn't leave a lot of room to get by
and she could feel his breath across her neck as their bodies brushed. He
removed the pack from her shoulder after she stepped inside and one of the
straps snapped.
"That's a new backpack.
I can't believe that just happened." At first, Sophie felt embarrassed,
and then mad that her pack didn’t even last a day before something broke.
He laughed and pointed to a
picnic-bench-style table. "Don't worry. I can fix it. Have a seat. Would
you like a cup of coffee?"
Sophie took a deep breath and replied, "I'd love a cup. Heavy
on the cream please." She sat and zipped her pocket before she removed her
coat. Sophie didn't want any of her precious feathers to float away.
"That's how I drink my
coffee, but I only have the powdered stuff. Is that all right?" Jonas
asked as he laid her pack on the table.
"Sure. I'm not picky. I
usually drink it out of my secondhand Mr. Coffee machine." Sophie had a
hard time keeping her eyes off of Jonas. He took off his jacket and his large
shoulders pulled at the fabric of his shirt, emphasizing the muscles in his
back and arms. Talk about being unprofessional. She needed to stop ogling his
body. To distract herself, she looked around the building. The interior
reminded Sophie of a miniature ski lodge, except hiking poles and backpacks
hung on the walls instead of skis and goggles.
"Here you go. The
coffee is hot, but not necessarily good." His hand brushed hers as he
pulled away.
"I'll take it hot over
good any day." Too late, she realized how that might've sounded. The heat
rose in her cheeks as she clarified, "I meant I like my coffee served
hot."
Bio:
Sharon Kleve was born and raised in Washington and currently lives
on the Olympic Peninsula with her husband.
Sharon is a multi-published author of paranormal and contemporary
romance. She loves romance. She loves reading romance, living romance, and
especially loves writing about romance. She gets no greater feeling than
watching her characters come alive in each other's arms. Most of all, she loves
giving her characters the happily ever after they deserve—with a few
bumps and bruises along the way.
One of her favorite things to do is picking up a new book and
sinking into the story, immersing herself in the emotions between the
characters. She hopes to inspire her readers the same way her favorite authors
have inspired her.
When not writing, she can usually be found either curled up in her
recliner with her cat and a good book, or in the kitchen baking sourdough bread
or bagels.
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Sharon Here:
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For the love of animals,
by Sharon Kleve
I’m
asked on a regular basis why I have some sort of animal in every one of my
books. It is simple…I love animals and I love writing about them. It doesn’t
matter what kind, shape, or size. I love them all!
Throughout
my life I’ve had dogs, birds, frogs, lizards, rabbits and of course precious
cats. My husband and I have a dozen bird feeders, two water fountains and
multiple yard-art fixtures that we put food and water in for the critters.
Several
years ago our cat of fifteen years passed away and we were going to wait awhile
before getting another one but as the days went on we missed having a cat. It
was during the winter so there weren’t any kittens available. I searched all
the shelters and saw pictures of an eight-month-old female, shorthair cat.
When
we picked up Ardy from the Bremerton, WA PAWS, they said we'd never be able to
pick her up or touch her. She'd been abused. My husband played with her and
instantly fell in love. We took her home and after many months of special care,
she loves to be held. We laugh because she likes it so much she won't let you
put her down.
All
animals deserve a little time, patience and a good loving home.
PAWS
is a wonderful organization. To volunteer your time or donate: you can contact
them at http://www.paws.org/
In my latest release is called, Love is in the Air. It is book 3
in the Places To See Series. Rex, Jonas's Bernese
Mountain dog, plays a large part in relationship between Sophie and Jonas.
Barnes &
Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/love-is-in-the-air-sharon-kleve/1119576787?ean=9781499371468
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