Welcome to Snippet Sunday.
We’re continuing from where we left off last week. If you’re interested, here’s the link to the first snippet from WANTED:
Set up for this week: JoBeth (outlaw) is behind bars and has just met the sheriff’s six year old daughter. Emma innocently asked JoBeth if she’s really capable of slinking through the bars because she’d really like to see that. Of course JoBeth’s claim was a sarcastic response to the way she believed they all judged her. At first JoBeth is put back at how innocent the child is to believe such a thing possible, but then she hardens her heart and goes with dangerous act.
JoBeth’s POV.
*The excerpt may have been modified to fit the 10 sentence limit. 
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Her steps took her to the bars where she outstretched her hand through one of the slots. “Come here, child, and let’s give it a try, shall we?” Her lips curved into a smile.
Emma only took a step before her father’s hand flew out and snagged the child by the cuff of her jacket, bringing her back to safety. “You go home with Mrs. Gunthry, Emma. I’ll be along later.”
“Oh, Papa…” she whined, but Mrs. Gunthry took hold of the little girl’s hand and ushered her out of the office, ignoring Emma’s complaints. “But I don’t want to go home,” Emma said, “I want to chat with…”
Emma’s voice trailed off until she could only make out a murmuring sound of conversation as Mrs. Gunthry hurried the child away from the big bad outlaw. Good riddance, JoBeth thought.
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She doesn’t need a starry-eyed child playing havoc with her emotions…or so she believes. lol 
Hope you enjoyed the snippet of WANTED.
Until next week, take care.
About the Book:
Sheriff Jace Kelly’s wife died birthing his remarkable daughter, Emma. She inherited the families’ seer abilities. At six years old, she can’t tell the difference between a vision and an ordinary dream. So Jace doesn’t put much faith in Emma’s recent premonition: marriage for him and a new mother for her.
When JoBeth Riley arrives, Emma is convinced she’s the woman in her dream: dark hair, green eyes, and shamrocks in her pocket. There’s one problem – she’s the notorious outlaw, Baby Face Jo. Her stay in town is meant to keep Shane Maverick, the leader of the outlaw gang, from finding her before the authorities devise a plan to capture him.
JoBeth finds the Kellys a strange lot. A little girl, who believes her dreams are tales of the future and the rugged sheriff whose kindness proves a distraction. She’s an outlaw, for heaven’s sake, but Jace is bound and determined to steal her heart.
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Interesting snippet, it seems Jobeth is not quite as tough as she wants people to believe.
Iris,
She’s been on the run for a long time. 🙂
She’s being protective of the girl from a different direction, isn’t she? 🙂
I like your porcupine-mannered outlaw, Karen. 🙂
Sarah W,
You got it. 🙂
This is going to be fun. She doesn’t seem to like any of the other characters all that much.
Linda,
Or maybe she’s being cautious. Life’s been tough for her and she doesn’t easily trust, but then she is a criminal, others aren’t going to trust her either. 🙂
I’m always surprised at how determined unhappy people are to remain that way. Great snippet, Karen, and I really want to read this one. Have to wait for my allowance. 🙂
Siobhan,
So glad the tale caught your interest. 🙂
JoBeth is one tough cookie. I’m betting Emma is going to soften her up though. 🙂 Great snippet.
Jennifer,
Thanks so much. 🙂
Seems like everyone but Emma is scared of her.
Emma is still wide-eyed with innocence or perhaps she simply sees there is so much more to JoBeth.
OMG. Just delicious. We know the outlaw Jo will find her way into Emma’s remarkable heart. Another terrific story written by my fave, and that’s you.
Charmaine,
You’re so sweet. I’m so thrilled you enjoyed the snippet. 🙂
It’s always harder to change toward the more beautiful dream than the clear, uncomfortable present… JoBeth is showing how scared she really is, and it makes her a really awesome character.
Eden,
So glad you could see JoBeth so clearly!. 🙂
I love this little girl. She just wants to do everything doesn’t she.
Cecilia,
She is determined. lol
So the woman has a heart. I can’t wait to see how this plays out.
Elaine,
So glad you’re intrigued. 🙂
Oh that was *effective*! Not how a reader expects a woman to react…makes her all the more fascinating. Can’t wait to read more. Terrific snippet!
Veronica,
Thanks so much.
Interesting interactions that make me wonder what, exactly, is going on.
Edward,
Stay tune for more. 🙂
Both of them have endearing traits, even if JoBeth is still rough around the edges. I’m sure Emma will win her over with enough patience and time.
Carrie-Anne,
So glad you like both of them. Emma will definitely win JoBeth’s heart.
The child sees right through her, I don’t think she is quite sure how to react to that.
Chelle,
It is a bit of a shock. 🙂
Good snippet. It’s always a good thing when a character does something that surprises the reader– while staying true to him/herself.
Jeff,
Thanks so much.