#Thursday13 with Shadows of the Past #MFRWauthor Carmen Stefanescu

#Thursday13 hosts today #MFRW Author Carmen Stefanescu who brings her Shadows of the Past.
       

Carmen Stefanescu resides in Romania, the native country of the infamous vampire Count Dracula, but where, for about 50 years of communist dictatorship, just speaking about God, faith, reincarnation or paranormal phenomena could have led someone to great trouble - the psychiatric

hospital if not to prison.

Teacher of English and German in her native country and mother of two daughters, Carmen Stefanescu survived the grim years of oppression, by escaping in a parallel world, that of the books. 

She has dreamed all her life to become a writer, but many of the things she wrote during those years remained just drawer projects. The fall of the Ceausescu’s regime in 1989, and the opening of the country to the world meant a new beginning for her. She started publishing. Poems first, and then prose. Both in English.

 You can watch  bellow a video teaser of the

                                           Shadows of the Past 
                    Paranormal romance/light historical/light horror

                                    Publisher  Wild Child Publishing

 

Anne's relationship with her boyfriend Neil has disintegrated. After a two-year separation, they pack for a week vacation in hopes of reconciling. But fate has other plans for them.
The discovery of a bejeweled cross and ancient human bones opens a door to a new and frightening world--one where the ghost of a medieval nun named Genevieve will not let Anne rest. This new world threatens not only to ruin Anne and Neil's vacation but to end all hopes of reconciliation as Anne feels compelled to help free Genevieve's soul from its torment.
Can Anne save her relationship and help Genevieve find her eternal rest?
A touching, compelling story of tragedy, loss and the power of endless love and good magic.
The twists and turns in this paranormal tale keep the reader guessing up to the end and weave themselves together into a quest to rekindle love. 


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Wild Child Publishing  |  Amazon  |  All Romance ebooks

Carmen's 13  most favorite TV Shows  

1. Downton Abbey- story weaves in and out of two layers of society -- the masters and the servants
2. 24 - Counter-Terrorist Unit of Los Angeles, races against the clock to subvert terrorist plots
3. The Event - a good scifi/thriller/action show
4. Braquo - Four French police officers cross the "yellow line"in order to wash the honor of their friend Max.
5. Cedar Cove - based on Debbie Macomber's books, it is a quaint, picturesque town in Washington State.
6. A Place to Call Home - a mysterious woman perched between the harsh legacy of WWII and the hope of a new life in Australia.
7. Prison Break - Political conspiracy sends an innocent man to death row and his only hope is his brother.
8. Revenge - A young woman makes it her mission to exact revenge against the people who wronged her father.
9. The X Files- Two FBI agents investigate the strange and unexpected while hidden forces impede their efforts.
10. Pride and Prejudice - I favor the 1995 version of Jane Austen's classic novel
11. Blue Bloods - revolves around a family of New York cops.
12. Ghost Whisperer - a woman who inherited the gift to talk with the spirits of dead people.
13. Women's Murder Club -Four friends work together to solve homicide investigation.

You can find Carmen here:
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BOOK SPOTLIGHT: Templet's Tasty Tails @MickieSherwood #MFRWauthor

Templet's Tasty Tails
Mainstream (PG13) Contemporary, Interracial
Mickie Sherwood

Web Designer Erika Washington's contract with her childhood best friend covers all possibilities about her pregnancy. But, one unpredictable event redirects her future. As a donor-surrogate, what does one do when fate changes the plan and claims the lives of the intended parents? If you're selfless, strong-willed Erika Washington, you mount a defense to keep your baby.

Entrepreneur Booker Templet, owner of Templet's Tasty Tails, secretly agrees to help his first cousin. However, unfortunate circumstances change the course of his life. After he learns the identity of the other donor, Booker plans to be a part of his child's life. No matter what.

Will Erika and Booker battle over custody of the baby? Will their horrible loss help them find consolation in each other's arms? Or will fate intervene yet again?

Loss…life…love. What a difference a year makes!

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EXCERPT
Erika allowed him to escort her up the stairs and across the porch. He held the screen for her to enter his house. Ceiling fans circulated the crosscurrent breeze coming through the open windows. The room's atmosphere lured her in further. Since he remained at her back, she swiveled to look at him.

""Is that surprise you're trying to hide?""

""Yes. I'll admit it. I'm surprised."" She smiled at him. ""I thought I was coming to your packing facility."" Erika pivoted to look around.

""Down that hallway. You can't miss it.""

""Thanks."" Her steps were brisk but quiet because of her sneakers. ""I won't be long.""

""Take your time.""

She made haste in taking care of her needs. When she emerged, he was nowhere in sight. Nosy, she peeked into each doorway on her trek to the front porch. Through the last one, she spotted a tall cabinet filled with horse and rider trophies. A cowboy. Opening the screen door, Erika said, ""I'm ready.""

Booker, sitting in a rocker, had his leg leisurely draped over the arm. He got up. ""Did you handle your business okay?""

""Do you always come across as having no tact?"" Erika left him on the porch. Turning, she continued, ""Or is that reserved for my benefit?""

""Sorry. I know I can be blunt at times.""

""You can say that again.""

""I know I can be—""

""Oh. Now you've got jokes."" Giving him an admonishing eye, she headed around the house.

""I don't know why""—his long steps had him beside her—""but you strike me as someone who's intuitive, artistic, creative, clever, and all with a sense of humor.""

Erika stopped suddenly. ""You've got to be kidding."" She looked at the black rims with the silver, riveted studs.

""No. I mean every word.""

""No,"" she contested. ""Not that."" Erika looked up at Booker, then at his truck. ""That.""

Laughing, Booker placed a hand on her shoulder. ""See what I mean? A sense of humor on display.""

""I can't climb up there."" Although she adjusted the leg of her jeans, her protruding tummy hindered her knee lift.

""You don't have to."" He uttered those words as he reached and cradled her in his arms.

""Put me down, Booker Templet.""

""Erika."" He looked her dead in her unbelieving eyes. ""It's the only way to get you into the truck. Will you open the door for me, please?""

She did. ""Now, put me down."" Her tush met the leather seat.

ABOUT Mickie Sherwood
Mickie Sherwood is an author and novice photographer who takes nature pictures right in her own backyard. She loves to engage in her favorite pastime which also incites her creativity. Combine that aspect of her life with the enjoyment of spending time with her family, and cruising vacations, and the development of interesting characters who encounter intriguing circumstances is not very far behind.

Blog: http://www.mickiesherwood.com/blog
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/MickieSherwood
Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/MickieSherwood
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Mickie-Sherwood/e/B003M0W8SM/
Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/Louisiana_Lady

BOOK SPOTLIGHT: Twilight's Encore @JacqBiggar #MFRWauthor

Twilight's Encore
Wounded Hearts #3
by Jacquie Biggar
Mainstream (PG13) contemporary, suspense self-pub

One man's betrayal will seal another's fate.
Ty Garrett fell in love with Katy Fowler from the moment they'd met. When her father’s betrayal yank the young couple apart, Ty becomes bitter.
After a decade away, Katy returns to Tidal Falls with plans to get married in her family's theatre. But she hadn't expected to run into Ty Garrett, the boy she'd never forgotten.
When unseen forces endanger their lives, can Ty save Katy and win back her love, or is it too late for these two star-crossed lovers?

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What Reviewers Say...
What an Encore!!, June 29, 2015
By Beth Pesnell
This review is from: Twilight's Encore (Wounded Hearts Book 3) (Kindle Edition)
What a great installment to the Wounded Hearts series!!!!

Love this series. Each book has been a page turner and leaves you wanting more, June 29, 2015
By Ethel Clow-Bowers
This review is from: Twilight's Encore (Wounded Hearts Book 3) (Kindle Edition)
Amazing writing in this one! Definitely a page turner ! I love how Jaquue brings her characters together in the small town of Tidal Falls. I love getting to know them on such an intimate level. Fascinating series and I'm waiting with bated breath for the next one.

EXCERPT

"I hope the room was all right,"" he said, not sure what to do with his hands now they were empty.
She nodded and moved to straighten the covers on the bed. The sway of her hips beneath his robe almost unmanned him. Hypnotized by her hands as they plumped up the pillow and traced the hem of the sheet with delicate fingers, Ty swallowed hard and swore under his breath.
""Pardon me?"" She turned and caught him staring. His arousal was plain to see, and her eyes on him only made it worse.
""I asked if you're hungry, it's almost dinner time."" As soon as the words left his mouth he knew it was the wrong thing to say. Impossible not to think of the last time she'd been in this house for a meal and ended up as his dessert.
Invisible strings drew him across the room until he stood in her space, close enough to notice her agitated breathing and smell the musky scent of her submission.
""Ty..."" she pleaded, her hands raised to push him away, or pull him closer, he wasn't sure. And the moment she made contact it didn't matter anymore. He gave in. Gave up.
""It's too late,"" he murmured as his arms drew her in. ""I can't deny what's happening between us any longer. I need you. And you need me."" His lips hovered ever closer, drawn to the heaven he knew awaited him within her embrace.
""God Katy, please say yes.""

ABOUT Jacquie Biggar
Jacquie lives in paradise along the west coast of Canada with her husband, daughter, & grandson. Loves reading, writing, and flower gardening. Spoils her German Shepherd, Annie, and Calico cat, Harley. And can't function without coffee.