Hey everyone! Vivian Arend is an author I absolutely enjoy and have been reading for a while now =) I love her werewolves and I’m so happy that her Granite Lake wolves series is getting a spin-off!
She was so sweet in inviting me to participate in this World Tour, that I had to say YES! Yesterday she Guest Blogged and today Viv has been awesome enough to share a HOT excerpt from her upcoming release, Black Gold.
Enjoy!
For 18+ Readers ONLY!
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Make sure you leave a comment to be entered for the Grand Prize of $50 gift certificate.
Their wolves are howling at the moon. Their human halves are on different planets.
Takhini Wolves, Book 1
Lone wolf Shaun Stevens’s automatic response to the words “happily ever after”? Kill me now. Yet with all his friends settling down he’s begun to think there may actually be something to this love-and-roses crap.
One thing’s for sure: his dream mate will have to out-cuss, out-spit and out-hike him. So he never expected the one to push his forever button would be a blue-blooded Southern debutante with a voice as dark and velvety as her skin.
When Gemmita Jacobs steps off the plane in Whitehorse, Yukon, it’s about more than her caribou research project. It’s her declaration of independence from an overprotected upbringing. Except there’s something in the air she can’t quite define—something that unexpectedly rouses her mating instincts.
Moments after their eyes lock, the deed is done—and done thoroughly. When the pheromone dust settles, though, all the reasons they don’t belong together become painfully clear.
It’s enough to make a wolf learn a whole new set of cuss words…
Warning: Two strong wolves getting exactly what they deserve. Includes wilderness nookie, shifters being naughty in public places, the Midnight Sun as a canopy for seduction and grizzly shifters on the loose. Oh, and don’t forget the sarcasm.
From Goodreads.
EXCERPT:
"Shaun stepped around her slowly, savouring the ability to run his hands over her body. The soft caress of her dark skin. The way his hand contrasted with hers. But more than the difference in their colouring, it was the ripple of goose bumps that rose behind his touch that drew his attention.
“Cold?” he pressed his lips against her upper arm.
“Hot. Crazy hot. Like I’m on fire and you’re pouring on gasoline—oh…”
He licked her. A small, intimate touch as he held her in place. Another lick, this time lower. On the back of her arm. The next higher, at the ticklish spot where her arm met her body.
He tugged her bra strap to the side, letting the elastic fall away. More kisses followed, his actions repeated on the other side. Then he nuzzled her neck as he undid her bra and
removed it completely.
She shivered.
Shaun pressed his naked chest to her back, the heat from both their bodies burning hotter than a blowtorch. Over her shoulder he admired her, the firm swells of her breasts, the slender curve of her waist. He teased her skin with tiny circles, starting at her hipbones, drawing his hands higher and higher. Dusting along her ribcage, skimming the underside of her breasts, caressing her collarbone.
Not one part of her upper body was neglected. Not one part was ignored, but nowhere received more than a brief caress before he moved on.
He was memorizing her. This would be etched into his memory forever.
Gem moaned as he cupped her breasts. “Feels so good.”
“More?”
She nodded, leaning her weight on him. Her ass brushed his jeans, and the tight control he’d maintained nearly snapped. He ached.
Licking her nape was the only thing that calmed his wolf enough he could get the snap on
her pants undone. “I like these, by the way.”
She laughed. “Wearing pants feels as if I’m in a disguise.”
He eased the zipper down, peeled the material off her hips. “No disguise, just being smart. These are what you’ll need in the backcountry.”
“So I’m not insane?”
“Right.” He froze, only relaxing when she wiggled with laughter.
“Sorry, couldn’t resist.”
Neither could he. Shaun dropped to his knees behind her and nipped her butt cheek.
“Oh, what—?”
“Love the pants, love what’s in them even more.”
She smiled at him, and he was ready to do anything for her.
It took a long, long time to strip her. Every article of clothing he removed required him to lick and taste all the new exposed skin. By the time she was completely naked, he’d brought her close to orgasm with his fingers, his tongue, always stopping just before she gained release.
When he picked her up and laid her on the bed, her wolf was rumbling in pleasure.
Shaun paused to strip the rest of his clothing off, then crawled next to her, careful to push her hair aside. He looked her in the eye and let his fingers drop to her sex. Felt the wetness there. Used it to rub and caress until she shook. All the while he watched her. Saw her pupils change, her breathing hitch. She closed her eyes and her sheath squeezed around him, and he smiled.
It was only the beginning.
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From Viv’s Website:
Looking for BLACK GOLD ?
For 13 days the wolfies will be traveling around the world in preparation for the release of Black Gold. It’s the next story in the Granite Lake world, but a novel– so we’ll be meeting Shaun and Gem and the wolfies of the Takhini pack, along with cameos from the GL wolves.
The tour will begin September 1st and visit these awesome blogs:
Sept 1-2 Feeling Fictional: England
Sept 3-4 Pearl’s World of Romance: Holland
Sept 5-6 Ex Libris: Hungary
Sept 7-8 Larissa’s Bookish Life: Brazil
Sept 9-10 The Book Pushers: USA
Sept 11-12 My Disorganized Ramblings: Canada
September 13 all the sites will have a release day post, and on the 14th we’ll announce the grand prize winner of a $50 gift certificate chosen from the comments at the various sites.
MEANWHILE, on Viv’s blog there will be visiting “Friends of the Wolfies“. A chance to win great paranormal books from authors like Lauren Dane, Moira Rogers, Thea Harrison, Vivi Andrews, Kinsey Holley, Vivi Anna.
The details (ie those boring things called RULES) are on THIS page. Then you can work your way through the posts and tour locations. Good luck, and I hope you have fun finding out about the new book and meeting some special friends of mine.
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Wow, this books looks fantastic!
Robin D
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Loved the steamy excerpt.
elaing8(at)netscape(dot)net
I so love the excerpt...and a hot tease to we the readers....lol
I can't wait to read Black Gold.
Thank you ever so much for the contest even though I am behind I love it!
Darcy
pommawolf @hotmail.com
This sounds great! + an amazing giveaway! Thank you! Count me in. :)
I follow!
natashajennex(At)gmail.com
Phew *fanning face* just as well most my pod mates at work aren't here at the moment. I want the rest lol. Wanna grab the book and tuck up in bed to read and imagine hehe.
wow, hot hot hot! I'm just gonna have to add this to my TBR for sure! Thanks for the contest! Book Savvy Babe
booksavvybabe at gmail dot com
Love how he shows his love for her pants =) had me laughing!
eyesofblueice (at) gmail (dot) com
Oh My!Loved the excerpt :) This wolfie tour is hotting up!
irgl7(at)bonzo15(dot)plus(dot)com
Whoa! That was definitely steamy!
jessica{DOT}agreatread(AT)gmail(DOT)com
I can't wait to start this series! Very hot!
usignolc(at)yahooDOTcom
WOOHOO!!!!!!! This looks so good!!!! Can't wait!!!!
hnwhitlock2000 at gmail dot com
Great Post! I've heard such wonderful things about Vivian's books! Can't wait to try them ;)
efender1(at)gmail(dot)com
This sounds like a great book would love to read it! Thank you for sharing!
tishajean@ charter.net
Love the excerpt .Cant wait to read this book Vivian is a fantastic author I love her work
flanagan@mebtel.net
I love the cover of this book. I would be guaranteed to pick it up in a store or click on it when visiting a website.
acm05atjuno.com
I love reading about wolves. Please enter me in contest. This sounds like a really good book. I am a follower and email subscriber. Tore923@aol.com
I love it! They would NEVER choose each other, so of course, they're fated to be mated ;) Can't wait to read what you've done with this, Viv :)
f dot chen at comcast dot net
That was definitely too steamy to read at where I am now:)
spamscape [at] gmail [dot] com
OH BOY!!!!!!! Thanks for the great giveaway and this part of the book is great can't wait to read.This is going to be fun!! Joannie jscddmj[at]aol[dot]com
Loved the excerpt, very hot and sexy. Can't wait to read this book, sounds amazing.
skpetal (at) hotmail (dot) com
I've added this to my must have list.
The excerpt was smokin'!
Thanks,
Tracey D
booklover0226 at gmail dot com
This book sounds great. I can't wait to get caught up on her first series and then to read this one.
Thanks so much for joinging this great tour.
June M.
manning_j2004 at yahoo dot com
This looks lovely:)
The cover is super hot and im looking forward to reading it!!
elliott2668(at)yahoo(dot)com
That book excerpt was totally hot! I want MORE!!!!!
darlenesbooknook at gmail dot com
Fabulous excerpt, Viv, I do so love your heroes.
gfc follower
cathy m
caity_mack at yahoo dot com
Pick Me! Pick Me! I love the excerpt. Plan on getting the book as soon as I can if I don't win it here.
Thank you for the chance to win.
Renee
reneebennett35 at yahoo dot com
What a yummy excerpt!! I am definitely going to read this book! It sounds awesome :)
jwitt33 at live dot com
That was one hot excerpt and I can't wait to read this!
lilazncutie1215[at]yahoo[dot]com
The excerpt was so hot! Would love to read this one.
angeldream3[AT]gmail[DOT]com
OMG Viv--- I CANNOT wait til release day! *fans self*
wayfaringwriter at gmail dot com
Thank you for the excerpt. It's a great tour so far!
Cambonified [at] yahoo [dot] com
Thanks for the excerpt! Can't wait to read the whole book :-)
smaccall AT comcast.net
18+ indeed. Fabulous excerpt thank you.
marypres(AT)gmail(DOT)com
Thanks for sharing! Great excerpt, I need to read more :)
chibipooh(at)gmail(dot)com
This book looks amazing, would love to read and review it! edysicecreamlover18@gmailDOtcom
Can't wait!
Taylor Z
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Another great excerpt!
beckerjo at verizon dot net
Not....reading....excerpt.... I will stay strong. I WILL!
jepebATverizonDOTnet
This seems like a good book to read.
Can't wait to read it.
Tried not to read the excerpt but it didn't work... looking forward to read it :)
Ana F.
Poohroxs(at)gmail(dot)com
Thanks so much for the excerpt!
thegironfire27 at gmail dot com
Viv,
I think the new series will be awesome girlfriend. Thanks for intoducing me to Zoe in NY.
Zina
seawitchreviews@yahoo.com
Hi, I can't wait to get the series and start from the beginning!!!
Brandy
brandyzbooks(at)yahoo(dot)com
Hi, I just wanted to tell you how much I am enjoying this contest/giveaway.
Macy
psigirl74(at)yahoo(dot)com
oh my oh my what an excerpt. thanks for the giveaway. lisagk(at)yahoo(dot)com
I love the covers and the new series looks awesome.
marlenebreakfield(at)yahoo(dot)com
Wow..the book looks great! Have fun on the book tour!
areeths AT new DOT rr DOT com
That is one hot cover!
thumbelinda03@yahoo.com
Really loved the excerpt!
Vivien
deadtossedwaves at gmail dot com
Werewolves Yum Love Werewolf Books!
sasluvbooks(at)yahoo.com
Smoking Hot excerpt. Gotta have this one. Thanks for the opportunity to win. Good luck everyone.
Carol L
Lucky4750 (at) aol (dot) com
Loved the excerpt! I can't wait to read this story.
beckyqward(at)gmail(dot)com
Sounds goooood!
Thanks for the giveaway!
readingromances.contact(at)gmail(dot)com
*fans self*
Oh love the excerpt! I will have to get this one! Great giveaway too!
books (dot) things (at) yahoo (dot) com
Hi Vivian,
What a hot cover! The book synopsis is fabulous! This is going onto my wish list. Please tell me that this book (& the series) will be available in print form sometime in the future {as I'm a print book kind of gal}.
Thanks,
Lea Ellen {night owl in IL}
borg_66@hotmail.com
Hey!
Thanks for the opportunity to win! Sounds awesome!
oldbookwormcb(at)yahoo(dot)com
Thank you for the fun today and for sharing about the awesome giveaway opportunity. This certainly sounds like an air conditioner on full read:)
dz59001[at]gmail[dot]com
Thanks for this post, I am really liking these sort of books lately =)
booksforcompany @ gmail.com
Ooh, sounds fun, and great excerpt! You had me at "land of the midnight sun!"
Thanks for the giveaway opp!
Smiles!
Lori
serena423[@]yahoo.com
Holy hotness Batman what a great excerpt!! Wow I so have to have this book!!
Ashley A
ash_app@hotmail.com
Wow! This looks like a great read and the cover is just too hot! YUMMY!!
jlkg102961 AT yahoo DOT com
Really liking what I've read here and on the other blogs!
reviewsbyabby at gmail dot com
OHMYGOSH!! I love Vivian's writing. Can't wait to start on this series *squeeeee*
smittenskitten10 at gmail dot com
Am so looking forward to this book.
linze_e at hotmail.com
I really love this! you gotta love them werewolves! =D
emilytardy@yahoo.com
What an amazing giveaway! I would love to be entered.
misusedinnocence@aol.com
Loved the excerpt! This book is now on my TBR List!
Thanks for the giveaway!
Kanya
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