Welcome to Snippet Sunday.
If you missed the last weeks snippet from The Gryphon & His Thief, here’s the link.
Set up: Calli is making light conversation as she decides just how she’s going to deal with Darrien,who though nice on the eyes, is crazier than the Mad Hatter. He’s in her motel room, demanding she hand over what she’s stolen from the museum. Not going to happen.
Though Darrien is a Gryphon shifter cursed to guard the museum artifacts, he also wants to keep Calli safe now that he’s convinced she’s his wife reincarnated.
This is in Calli’s POV and she is speaking first.
*The excerpt was modified to fit the 8 sentence limit. There are a few long sentences. 
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“Your eyes…they’re glowing.”
His lips curved, and that wasn’t a bad look on him either. “It cannot be helped. It is the beastie, you see. It tries to dominate and is fueled by my emotions.”
Did she really want to know what he meant by the beastie? It seemed she did when her next question slipped from her lips before she could think better of it. “The beastie?” she asked.
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Well, she did ask, and Darrien will surely tell her. lol
A big thanks to those who voted for The Gryphon and His Thief for Best Young Adult/New Adult novel at P&E! Came in #4! Thanks for stopping by! Love to know what you thought of the snippet. Until next week, take care.
If you’re interested in knowing more about The Gryphon and His Thief, here’s a blurb:
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Blurb:
Some Treasures are Priceless…
A long time ago, a Gryphon shifter’s duty was to guard and protect the people of the tribes, but Darrien Andros failed to keep his human wife safe from harm. Cursed for the crime, he must guard everything in the Museum of Cursed Antiquities forever, never to truly live and never to die. Centuries have passed, but when he encounters a thief, who uncannily resembles his dead wife, he is convinced he has a second chance.
Calli Angelis is hired to steal Hecate’s Stone from the Museum, believing she would be returning it to its rightful owner. She never really trusted the person who hired her and now Darrien makes her doubt her motives, too. He also has her questioning the possibility of reincarnation when the attraction between them ignites into something she can no longer ignore.
As the two work together to unravel the mysteries behind the stone, it becomes apparent an old and dangerous enemy from Darrien’s past is determined to have history repeat itself.
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Weekend Writing Warriors for Eight Sentence Sunday
She’s all interested in the beastie for sure!
Millie,
How could she not be? lol But she’s also has her won agenda…
Well, at least they’re communicating! That’s a step in the right direction. Great snippet.
P.T.,
It is a step in the right direction… maybe. 🙂
Ha Naive lady, or is she going to enjoy his explanation? Either way it’s a fun snippet!
Gemma,
Well, I could tell you, but… You’ll have to find out next week. lol
Commence freak out in three, two . . . just kidding. 😉
I kept thinking that even if he was wrong, and she isn’t a reincarnation, she’s his perfect match, anyway!
You write such amazing characters, Karen.
Sarah W,
Thanks so much. So glad you’re enjoying the snippets. And I agree, she would make him a perfect match no matter if she was his wife reincarnated or not. 🙂
I’m curious about the beastie too! And at least they’re no longer at loggerheads, at least for the moment.
Carrie-Anne,
Truce for the moment, but don’t underestimate Calli. She’s always thinking…
I get the curiosity put the cat in this cat burglar. 😉
Rafael,
lol– so very true.
They are communicating on two different levels. Fireworks ahead and that’s good. Terrific, eight, Karen
Charmaine,
Lot of fireworks so stay tune.
Careful what you ask for. Great snippet, Karen. 😀
Siobhan,
Isn’t that the truth? lol
Yes, that’s right, the beastie. And she’s definitely interested in him. 😀
Love the concept of a Gryphon shifter who has to guard the museum of antiquities and the thief sent to challenge him. Cute snippet too.
Claire,
So glad you’re intrigued! Thanks so much!
Well, I think she’s about to get a surprise.
Elaine,
Yes, she is. lol
You really managed the pace of this scene well. It’s got the right balance of fear and wonder.
Jeff,
Thanks so much. 🙂
Hahaha the beasties! Love it.
Cecilia,
So glad that you do. lol
Hmmm, “beastie” seems a little mild for what he turns into LOL. Loved the snippet as always. This is such a fun story you’re spinning!
Veronica,
lol- I suppose it does.
Liked today’s snippet. Wonder about the beastie as well. 🙂
Iris,
Stay tuned! 🙂
I can’t help wondering if she’s going to be sorry she asked. Then again, when she finds out he’s a shifter, she might revise her opinion about him being crazy.
Aheila,
So glad you like beasties. Aren’t they great? lol
Great snippet.
Jennifer,
Thanks so much!
Wonder if the Beastie is what I’m thinking…
Sure seems that there is going to be a bit of fireworks between these two. Intriguing snippet.
Chelle,
So glad you’re intrigued. 🙂
These two are great together. Good dialogue, supported by meaningful body language and inner thoughts. I like beasties. 😉