#NewBook: Saddled Hearts by Jan Sikes @JanSikes3 @wildrosepress #RomanticSuspense #ContemporaryRomance #NewRelease @StoryEmpire
Hi everyone! Today, it gives me great pleasure to welcome author, friend, and fellow Story Empire contributor over to my place with some exciting news … Jan has a new book! Grab a drink and a snack, and sit back and relax while Jan tells you all about Saddled Hearts, the final book in the White Runes series 🙂 >>>
Thank you, Harmony, for allowing me to visit your blog today to talk about my new book, Saddled Hearts! I am deeply grateful for your generous hospitality. [It’s so wonderful to have you over to visit, Jan!]
Have you ever walked into a wine cellar that just blew your mind? In this story, my character, Sage Coventry, is just getting to know Colt Layne, and he is continually surprising her by stepping out of his rustic cowboy character.
And that is exactly what happened in this scene:
Colt pointed toward what resembled a barn door. “The wine is in there. You choose.”
Sage blinked when a light automatically came on as she opened the door.
Inside, she gaped at the wine fridge and large wooden rack filled with choices.
She turned back toward Colt. “Wow! How do you ever decide?”
He shot her a crooked grin. “I just close my eyes and grab one. I like surprises.”
Why did it feel like that statement carried a much deeper meaning? It told her more about this cowboy that continually shocked her.
He was a man of many contrasts who broke every stereotype.
As she turned back to the wine, Colt joined her.
Her heart thudded when he put an arm around her from behind. “Here. Like this. Close your eyes.”
She did as he instructed. His warm touch on her hand brought a gasp.
Never had she experienced anything as sensual and exciting. With his hand guiding, her fingertips brushed against the tops of the bottles.
The nearness of his chiseled body, his breath ruffling the top of her hair, and the scent of his earthy aftershave were almost more than she could take.
She fought for composure and whispered. “Are we there yet?”
“Almost.” His baritone voice reverberated against her neck. “There.” He stopped moving her hand. “You can open your eyes now.”
After a glance up at him, she pulled out the bottle. “Perfect. A Pinot Noir. One of my favorites.”
As if nothing had happened, Colt dropped his arm, flashed an irresistibly wicked grin, moved out of the pantry back to the counter, then picked up his knife.
Sage took a deep breath before closing the door.
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I loved writing this. It is the most sensual scene in the book, in my opinion. I’d love to know what your reaction would be to such an out-of-character reveal, such as this amazing wine closet. Have you ever been surprised like that by someone you are just getting to know?
Let’s talk!
BOOK BLURB:
Colt Layne owns the Layne Horse Sanctuary. He lives an idyllic life between caring for the animals and playing music with his band. That is until a stranger appears with unreasonable demands. When someone murders the man, Colt is arrested. He’s been framed, but by whom and why?
He needs to talk with his deceased grandfather. But that’s impossible. Or is it?
Sage Coventry is gifted with the ability to communicate with the deceased. Skeptical but desperate, when Colt consults with her, he gets more than messages from beyond the grave as she breezes into his heart with sweet patchouli fragrance and tempting lips he longs to kiss.
The race against time to clear his name and save the ranch launches them on a mission that brings shocking revelations.
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Fun tour! Loved the excerpt and the trailer. Great to see Jan’s book featured here. <3
Thanks so much, Debby 💕🙂
Another great stop along your tour, Jan. I like seeing this side of Colt, and, of course, I’m anxious for more! Harmony, thank you so much for sharing your site with us today! Hugs to you both!
Thanks, Mar. Hugs 💕🙂
It is a fun way to see a new side of a character, Jan. Plus, a nice hint of their obvious chemistry. Thanks for hosting, Harmony 🙂
Agreed! Thanks, Denise 💕🙂
No, but now I wish I knew Colt better, lol
Great scene, Jan. It got the pheromones humming 🙂
Right? It was so sexy. It was fun scene to write. 🙂 Thanks for visiting, Jacquie!
I’m reading (and enjoying) Saddled Hearts now. I think it’s my favorite of the series. Thanks for hosting today, Harmony. Wishing Jan much success!
Oh wonderful, Joan! I’m so glad you are enjoying it. I do think it’s my favorite of the series too. 🙂 Thank you for visiting and for sharing!
That’s fantastic! Thanks, Joan 💕🙂
I can’t wait to read this book. I’m about three weeks out (because of my book launch), but don’t be surprised if I can’t wait that long!
I hope your book launch is going well! Thanks, Jacqui 🙂💕
I know you are as busy as I am, Jacqui. When this tour is over, I will need a blogging break. Your books are coming up soon for me, and I can’t wait. I know they will each be amazing! Thank you for following along on this tour and participating! Much appreciated!
You had me at wine, Jan. 😉
Wishing you all the best with this release. I loved it. Harmony, thanks for hosting.
Lols, me too! Thanks, Staci 💕🙂
Thank you, Staci! It was one of my favorite scenes in the book to write. I wanted to be in Sage’s shoes. 🙂 Thanks for visiting! Hugs!
What a wonderful tour stop! Thank you, Harmony, for hosting today, and a big congratulations to Jan. Hugs to you both! 🤗
Thank you, Gwen. I appreciate you taking the time to visit! Hugs!
Such fun! Thanks, Gwen. Hugs 💕🙂
Enjoying Jan’s tour. Hope she’s drawing a ton of interest.
Thanks so much for your support, Craig!
Me too! Thanks, Craig 💕🙂
This looks like such a good one, Harmony! Another for the TBR!
Thank you, Kymber! I hope you enjoy it should you decide to read it! Thank you for joining in on the tour!
Yay! … Or, if your TBR is as BIG as mine … ooops! 😂 So glad you like the sound of Jan’s book. Thanks, Kymber 💕🙂
I enjoyed this scene, Jan! Thanks for hosting today, Harmony. Wishing Jan all the best!
It’s a great scene! Thanks, Jill 💕🙂
Thank you Harrmony..A great introduction to a new Jan Sikes book. You’re always so generous to authors. Congratulations to Jan on the new book, I wish you much success with it..You’ve captured quite a moment in the snippet. i’m sure that won’t be the last surprise the book has. Good Luck!
Hugs Harmony
Thanks for your lovely words, David. Jan’s book sure looks like an entertaining read! Hugs 💕🙂
Hi, David! Thank you so much for visiting and leaving a comment. I’m glad you enjoyed the snippet, and you’re right, there are lots more surprises in store for both Colt and Sage!
Thank you so much, Harmony, for allowing me to visit your blog today to talk about Saddled Hearts! I am deeply grateful for your generosity. Hugs!
It’s my absolute pleasure to have you over to visit, Jan! Wishing you every success with this and your other books. Hugs 💕🙂
Fabulous scene! I have been surprised by someone I was just getting to know. My old boss surprised me when I found out this tough, no-nonsense guy was also an artist (an oil painter).
I love that, Priscilla! Sometimes people step out of what we perceive as their character and become something totally different. How awesome to discover that about your no-nonsense boss! Thank you for visiting and leaving a comment!
I love when people surprise us (in a good way, lols). Thanks, Priscilla 💕🙂
Congratulations to Jan on her latest. Thank you, Harmony, for featuring Jan today. All the best to you both.
Thank you, John! I appreciate you visiting and sharing!
Thanks so much, John. All the best to you too! 💕🙂