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Now for Snippet Sunday and this is another snippet from Magic of the Loch. This is the legend and how it all began… Snippet #12.
The Wild Rose Press
Kindle
NOOK
Blurb:
Michaela Grant travels to Scotland for a holiday, knowing this vacation is her last. A medical condition threatens her life and any chance of a future—until she meets Alan MacLachlin, a man forced to exist between two worlds.
Alan is the legendary Loch Ness Monster. Once every fifty years he returns to human form in search of his soul mate, the one woman who can break his curse. He believes he has found forever with Michaela, but to claim it he must figure out how to save her life.
Michaela and Alan vow to take what time has to offer, but another threat looms. A sinister shape shifter with a vendetta against Alan is making Loch Ness his personal hunting ground. Now he’s threatening Michaela. Alan must discover who the shifter is and stop him before it’s too late.
Update: This scene takes place a few paragraphs later from snippet #11 , and has been tweaked a wee bit to fit the sentence limit. Druid Daly spares Gordana’s son, but Gordana is not so lucky. She’s turned into into the Loch Ness Monster, but Alan steps forward to confront the druid. He pleads his case, stating a son needs his mother. Hyatt steps forward and stands beside his brother. The Druid is somewhat swayed by their pleas of clemency for their sister, but the gods will not be pleased if the well goes unguarded.
Now for the six: Druid Daly is speaking first.
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“Would ye both step up to take her place then?”
Alan glanced at the beast with thick gray skin, long neck and wide body, a hideous creature, but the eyes—the eyes of the beast were still Gordana’s. She was his sister and he would protect her. He stood a little taller. “Aye, that I would.”
“And ye?” Druid Daly said, looking at Hyatt.
“Aye, I will stand by my brother.”
“Then ye both shall be guards in her place.”
“Wait,” Alan cried, stopping Druid Daly from waving his staff and unleashing magic.
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Alan and Hyatt have made a deal with the druid, and it appears it is a binding agreement. What do think Alan could possibly ask for now? Come by next week and find out. 🙂
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Glad he’s decided to step up and honor his responsibilities, despite the fact that his sister is no longer exactly human. Great snippet!
Jess,
Thanks you. I’m glad you appreciated Alan’s bravery. Hyatt’s, too. He did not have to back his brother, but he did.
This just keeps getting better and better! I’m so glad Gordana has loved ones on her side.
Thank you, Sarah. So glad you enjoyed the snippet.
A last request? Terrific snippet!
Joanne,
Thanks so much. 🙂
Offering himself in her place and then interrupting the spellcaster to ask for another concession? Either Alan is a very brave man or a very stupid one. I’m betting it’s the former. 😉
M.Q.,
You would be right. Alan is very brave and smart. When the situation is doomed, one should always look for a loophole. 🙂 Stop by next week and find out what that is.
My heart is bounding. Wow. I want to know what happens next.
So glad you’re intrigued!
Great snippet! Love how you leave us hanging with that line 🙂
Zee,
I know– it’s evil. (hee hee)
Man what a place to stop! You’ve had a lot of tension and emotion in these scenes and I like how it continues here. Am pretty curious about what Alan wants.
Owllady,
So glad you’re intrigued. 🙂 Stop by next week to find out what Alan wants.
I want to see what his request is, after he’s already agreed to something so seemingly final!
Carrie-Anne,
Please, stop by next week to find out. 🙂 There’s gotta be a loophole, right?
Intriguing snippet. I’m coming in late and will have to go back and read more. I’m rooting for a loophole.
Kate,
So glad you’re intrigued to know more. 🙂 Thanks for joining us.
I think Alan is pushing his luck here but I can’t wait to see what he’s going to ask for. This story is SO intriguing, great snippet.
Veronica,
I’m so glad you’re enjoying the snippets. Thanks so much!!
Awww…I love that Alan and his brother stand up for their sister! I’m enjoying this story and looking forward to next week! 🙂
Jane,
Alan and Hyatt are great guys. 🙂
I’m so entertained with how this story is taking shape. And I love Alan. He’s already a hero. Can’t wait to find out what he asks for! 🙂
Delynn,
Stop by next week and find out. lol Thanks so much for coming by. Much appreciated!
Fantastic snippet, Karen. This just keeps getting better.
Sara,
So glad you’re intrigued. Thanks for stopping by for a sneak peek.
YIkes!!! Was it a deal with the Druid or the devil? Really, I think I only counted 3 maye 4 sentences…clears throat…maybe you need to post more to reach your count???
Vonnie,
lol– thanks so much for wishing there was more to read. 🙂
Intrigued to know what is going to happen next!
Paula,
So glad you want to know what’s going to happen next.
What a fantastic concept. Love it!!! Excellent excerpt, to boot. 🙂
Thanks Karysa,
So glad you enjoyed the snippet.
I’m about halfway through the book, but I liked this part.
Sue Ann,
I hope you’re enjoying the tale!
Now that’s loyalty and strength of character. Well done!
Vivien,
Thanks so much. 🙂
Whoops! I bet he wishes he’d kept his mouth shut now. Great six.
Linda,
Hmm, he might. lol
Family does matter! Need more to keep me going!
Nancy,
Yes, it does.
Very intense, Karen! You really know how to ratchet up the stakes!
Kate,
Thank you. So glad you enjoyed the snippet.
I do love a noble man!
Claire,
I’m quite fond of a noble man, too. 🙂
Sometimes dialog is easy, but do you ever find it challenging to “stay in character” with the dialect?
Nice 8!
Chip,
I do my best to stay with the dialect as I write, but when it’s time to go back over the MS, I concentrate on just the dialect to make sure I’ve been consistent throughout the story. Challenging at times, but fun, too. 🙂
ACK, so heartbreaking! What devoted brothers. ::sniff:: Great snippet. Really enjoying these.
J. Rose,
So glad you enjoyed the snippet. 🙂
Ahh, so that’s how he becomes Nessie. Great snippet, Karen. 🙂
Siobhan,
Thanks for stopping in. Glad you enjoyed the snippet. 🙂
Karen, forgive my tardiness. Sigh…
I LOVE this excerpt. It’s very suspenseful and puts one of the edge of their seat. Well done!
Smiles
Steph
Thanks, Steph!!