Hi everyone! Power outages about here on the homestead with this winter snow blast - our first of the year. But the upside is, it's beginning to look a lot like...
Anyway, please welcome Jerrie Alexander to the blog today. She's talking about her book, The Green-Eyed Doll, which I think would be a great choice for a new Kindle or a last-minute holiday add-on!
Catherine McCoy is running from her past. She's been on the move for a year, hiding the secret and guilt in her heart. When she lands in small-town Texas and meets Sheriff Matt Ballard, he ignites a flame she thought lost forever.
Matt has scars of his own. He left the big city after an undercover operation went bad and his partner was killed. Now, as Matt hunts for a serial killer who paints his victims like porcelain dolls, Catherine becomes a safe haven for him. Two tortured souls finding comfort in each other's arms—until he uncovers her secret, and their bond of trust is broken.
When Catherine disappears, Matt races to find her, fearing the murderer has found his next green-eyed doll. But the killer has a surprise coming. Catherine will fight to the death before she'll be a victim. But will her determination be enough?
Jerrie's brought Matt and Catherine to the blog today to talk about their Christmas plans. Let's see what this exciting couple is up to!
Jerrie: "Tell us about this year's Christmas plans."
Catherine: "Christmas time in Texas can mean light snow, sheets of ice, or 70-degree days. Thank goodness, it's cooled off enough to kill a few mosquitoes. We're getting a tree this weekend."
Matt: "That's correct, and maybe you can help me convince her there's nowhere around here to cut our own tree! We can buy one right off a lot here in town."
Catherine: "Stop that. People will think you're a scrooge. We have tree farms, so what if they're not close by." She drops a hand on his knee and pats. "Don't you want a fresh tree for our first Christmas?"
Matt: His gaze drops to his leg. "I want you to be happy. So, if we have to drive a hundred miles to get the right tree...so be it."
Catherine: "See, he's not gruff all the time."
Jerrie: "Will you have family over?"
Matt: "Both our parents are gone," he answered quickly. "Catherine's brother sent his regrets. The only family I have is Catherine and Benedict," he said with a chuckle.
Catherine: "That's Matt's dog. He follows him everywhere." She brightens, and her green-eyes sparkle. "Ash Hunter isn't blood family, but he'll join us for the holiday. He helped save my life. Oh, that reminds me. I have to buy him a gift."
Matt: Matt made a scoffing sound. "You saved yourself, but it will be fun having him visit. He's a good friend."
Jerrie: "What's for lunch Christmas day?"
Catherine: "I'm a decent cook." She glanced at Matt, waiting until he nodded his agreement. "We're having old-fashioned turkey and cornbread dressing. My mama's recipe was simple and delicious. Matt's requested sweet-potato pie, which means I'm on the hunt for an easy recipe. You wouldn't happen to have one. Would you?"
Jerrie: "I do. I'll email it to you. Have you bought presents for each other?"
Matt: "Can't tell you with her in the room. She's already about to pester me to death." He leans close and whispers, "New eel skin boots and a weekend in San Antonio."
Jerrie: I whisper back in his ear, "Your secret is safe with me."
Catherine: "Awe. No fair." She crinkled her nose at Matt. "I'm a last minute kind of shopper, but I have a couple of special things in mind."
Jerrie: "So you're staying at home?"
Catherine: "Absolutely. We remodeled the inside of Matt's house. He did the carpentry, and I shopped for furniture. Got decorations for the inside and out while I was buying."
Matt: "It will be a small, quiet Christmas, but I can't think of anywhere I'd rather be than at home. The crowd will grow in time. Someday the yard will be full of kids." He rested his hand on Catherine's stomach. "Right?"
Catherine: "Right." Her smile was a cross between impish and angelic.
Sounds lovely, quaint and romantic all at the same time! Thanks for stopping by, all! Let's take a peek at these two in action.
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EXCERPT
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“Not to be nosey, but do you have any clues? You know...leads?” She turned and leaned back against the counter.
Sitting in the chair, wearing a black Go Rodeo T-shirt, jeans, and alligator boots, the last thing Matt looked like was a sheriff. Bull rider? You bet. Maybe a cattle rancher. But the one question about the murders changed his demeanor and posture. The shift from sexy, adorable hunk to serious, defender of the public was instantaneous. Catherine was back to licking her lips.
“I wish I could say yes. Truth is every female in the county is in danger. Married or single, it doesn’t seem to matter. I believe both women knew this man. Maybe not friends, but they recognized him. He could be the mailman, the guy at the gas station, anybody.”
“Even JC?” He’d befriended her, and she hoped Matt’s answer was no.
“Maybe.” He dragged his hand across the dark stubble on his face. “He had a relationship with Julia Drummond, and he knew Annie.”
“You’ll catch him. I know it.” Her gut coiled at the thought Matt had been injured. Should she ask about the scar? They’d discussed a few personal issues, but the last thing she wanted was to push him. “Can I ask something that’s none of my business?”
“Sure. Coffee’s not ready.”
“The scar on your back. What happened?” He shifted his gaze away from her, and his shoulders stiffened. She regretted giving into curiosity. “Never mind. I shouldn’t have asked.”
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YOU HAVE JUST READ AN EXCERPT FROM THE GREEN-EYED DOLL
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Jerrie is holding a giveaway today, folks! Jerrie will be awarding a $10 Barnes and Noble CD to a randomly drawn commenter at the end of each week, and a $20 Barnes and Noble GC to one randomly drawn commenter from all comments during the tour, awarded at the end of the tour.
Follow the tour! The more you comment, the better your chances of winning! Complete tour dates may be found here.
About the Author:
A student of creative writing in her youth, Jerrie set aside her passion when life presented her with a John Wayne husband, and two wonderful children. A career in logistics offered her the opportunity to travel to many beautiful locations in America, and she revisits them in her romantic suspense novels.
But the characters went with her, talked to her, and insisted she share their dark, sexy stories with others. She writes alpha males and kick-ass women who weave their way through death and fear to emerge stronger because of, and on occasion in spite of, their love for each other. She likes to torture people, make them suffer, and if they’re strong enough, they live happily ever after.
Jerrie lives in Texas, loves sunshine, children’s laughter, sugar (human and granulated), and researching for her heroes and heroines.
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Claire, we live in the country so I totally understand power outages. Thank you for having me here today. I should probably say The Green-Eyed Doll, while set in modern day Texas, is a gritty romantic suspense instead of a comtemporary romance. :) But my books have a happy endings just like a contemporary. :)
I'll be around most of the day. I love meeting new friends and chatting with old ones.
I enjoyed the interview and loved the excerpt. Good luck in what I hope will be a promising writing career.
Vonnie! Thank you for dropping by! I appreciate your support.
Awwww! I LOVE character interviews!!!!
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The character interview was awesome, Jerrie! After reading The Green-Eyed Doll (and LOVING it) I can totally see this conversation happening!! Have a great day!
Love the interview.
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Chelsea, Barb, and Kit!! Thanks for your support!
So,folks, if you love the interview, go buy the book. It will leave you gasping from both the scary parts and the romance. Super job, here, Jerrie. The power outage was the pits, Claire. We had terrible wind and sand last night. West Texas blew through. Thought the pilot light on my hot water heater was sure to blow out. Fortunately, it didn't. Have a good day, y'all.
Thank you for reading and liking the book, Marsha!! And for stopping by.
That was a fun interview.
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Great excerpt and great interview. Enjoyed them both.
I like character interviews. Thanks for sharing. And Benedict...that's a good name for a dog.
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This was fun thank you.
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