Chocolate Raspberry Magic (One Scoop Or Two) Paranormal Romance by Tena Stetler ➱ Book Tour with Giveaway
Excerpt
Paul strode in the
door. “Got a call from Brock. They need our help and crates in Puffin Cove.
Early morning fire devastated the rescue there. Guess we'll be transporting
some of the animals here.”
“I know. Gwen just
called but had to take another call from Pepper. We're waiting for her to call
back.”
“Okay, I'm going to
load as many crates in the Sanctuary's SUV that will fit while we're waiting.
Brock said something about having Rita cover for the next few days. Sounds like
we’re going to Puffin Cove.”
“But I can't leave
all this to Rita." She spread her arms wide then waved them around. The
phone rang. Her heart skipped a beat and she yanked the received to her ear.
“Gwen?”
“Yes. Brock talked to
Paul, but I need you here too. Pepper and Lathen from Lobster Cove Wildlife
Rescue are on their way and will be transportation and logistics. They have
more room and a shorter distance up the coast. Brock called in a list of needed
medications and supplies to his veterinarian clinic. His office manager will
have them ready for you to pick up shortly. Probably should bring enough work
clothes for a few days.”
“But what can I do?”
“I'll explain when
you get here. How long before you two can leave?”
Excerpt:
As Trinity walked
through the aftermath of the fire, she lifted the yellow and black caution tape
and carefully stepped inside the building. Her gut clenched and that feeling of
foreboding washed over her again. The farther she ventured into the burnt
building the stronger the gut-wrenching feeling became. Something needs my help. This was a new sensation. She took a small
flashlight out of her backpack, directed the beam over the scorched debris, and
moved the rubble with her toe. Nothing.
One more sweep of the
light and she’d return to the others. Probably
not supposed to be here anyway. A weak squawk emanated from the far corner
of the building. Picking up a scorched stick, she poked at the debris. A puff
of smoke rose as she made her way to where the sound came from. Shining the
light into the corner, she saw movement. She knelt down and carefully shifted
the charred rubble. Laying on its side, head slightly raised, and using a wing
in an attempt to right itself was a small parrot. Its little eyes locked on her
for a moment before its head lowered to the ground.
Excerpt:
“Help us unload and
get set up. Then you need to go talk to Jackie, she owns Puffin Cove Cafe, and
Patsy, owner of Puffin Cove Ice Cream Sundae, the ice cream shop. Merry, the
manager of the rescue is around here somewhere. She’ll need to be in the loop
too. They’re working up a fundraiser to get the rescue back on its feet as soon
as possible. Only—” Gwen put her finger to her lips. “Don’t tell them I said
this, but they don’t have a clue. Pepper talked to them earlier.”
Trinity surveyed the
smoldering building. One half was completely destroyed. The section still
standing was heavily damaged by smoke and water. “It’s going to take a lot.”
“It’s not as bad as
it looks right now. At least I hope not. Get a few big fans in here to dry out
the wood. Electricians to check the wiring. Suspect it’ll all have to be
replaced.” Gwen shook her head. “Anyway, the sooner we get the fundraiser
planned the sooner the animals can return home. Between Salem Sanctuary and
Lobster Cove Rescue, we have space, but we’ll both be close to capacity. If
another disaster strikes it’ll be big trouble.”
Trinity pulled her
bottom lip through her front teeth. “It’s been a long time since I’ve done a fundraiser.
Don’t they have any foster care animal providers?” Lips pursed with hands on
hips, she surveyed what was left of the rescue and the main street of the
little town. “It’ll take a miracle, “ she said under her breath and jumped when
her boss was quick to respond.
“A few animals have
already been allocated to foster care individuals. That’s why I requested you
and Paul to come to Puffin Cove.” Gwen slung an arm around her , squeezed and
then let go. “My miracle workers.” Her
boss brushed her hands together and looked pleased as punch. “Between you and
Paul, with his connections in the construction industry, miracles are
possible.”
“Speaking of my other
miracle worker.” Gwen reached out and grabbed Paul’s arm as he limped by. “Take
a load off. One more cart full and we’re done.”
He gave her a
grateful look but soldiered on. “We need to get set up so Brock can evaluate
the animals and decide where their new digs will be. His clinic is on standby
should we be forced to transport them that far.”
“Good point.” Gwen
opened her backpack and reached inside. “Brock wanted me to give you and
Trinity a key to the cabin. We’re going be here late into the night.” She
pulled out a key and handed it to him. She held up a sheet of paper. “These are
the directions.” Gwen handed the paper to her.
Excerpt:
“Now down to
business.” Back at the table, Trinity went over everyone’s spreadsheets, made
notes on hers, and asked for clarification on a few issues. “I think it’s time
we adjourn to the Ice Cream Sundae, check out the venue, and reward ourselves.
You do have chocolate raspberry ice cream?”
“Of course, wouldn’t
be an ice cream shop without it.” Patsy giggled. “ Bowl or waffle cone?”
“Waffle cone most
definitely.” Trinity licked her lips,
tucked the paperwork into a folder, and slid it into her backpack. “Never know
when I might need it.”
“Have we covered everything necessary up to
this point? Gwen surveyed faces as each nodded. “Okay then, off to the ice
cream shop.”
****
Paul pulled the SUV
into the Ice Cream Sundae’s parking lot and cut the engine.
Trinity jumped out,
turned in a full circle surveying the shared parking lot and the ice cream
shop. “Looks like it may be a bit crowded to hold the fundraiser here.”
“Exactly what I was thinking.
We should go inside and be sure. But this parking lot shared with the other
merchants won’t do for any outside activities. Besides, don’t want to piss off
any store owners if we take up the whole parking lot. Though, I imagine most of
the town will be at the event.” Gwen opened the back door and Pepper climbed
out.
“Hi Pepper.” Trinity
turned her attention back to Gwen. “What ya thinking?” Trinity glanced at the
vibrant pink and white striped catering truck from Ice Cream Sundae.
“Fireworks. A live
Irish band for a few hours. That kind of thing.” Pepper waved her hand and
laughed. “Weren’t asking me were you?”
“No. But I like your
ideas.” Gwen glanced at Brock, “Could we have fireworks? Do we need a permit?”
“Don’t know. We can
sure check.” He wrapped an arm around her and started toward the ice cream
shop.
Pointing out the
catering truck, Trinity took a few steps in that direction tugging Paul along.
“If we move the fundraiser location to the cabin and its beach, there’d be
plenty of room for the band, fireworks, and we could set up the catering truck
at the side of the cabin. That way people would have access to both the front
of the property and the back. Maybe set up a volleyball net and horseshoe pit.”
Wildlife Rescue has always been one of my passions.
I’ve been involved with several rescues and sanctuaries for wildlife, parrots,
and all kinds of needy animals.
When I was a kid, I brought home every kind creature
that needed love, caring, a home and understanding. I admit my mother was less
than thrilled. My bedroom was filled
with extra crates, glass enclosures, heating pads, and anything an injured or
abandoned creature could need. I say creature, because it didn’t matter whether
it was scaled, feathered or furred, I brought it home. Mom drew the line the
night I brought home a Coral Snake. My
mom called the DOW. Yep, it’s poisonous. Luckily no one got bitten. I thought
it was a King snake. After that, I never forgot that Coral Snakes have yellow
and red bands that touch each other, while black bands always separate the
yellow and red bands on King Snakes. Whew! FYI Coral Snakes are not native to
Colorado. Upon further investigation, DOW discovered someone had released
several poisonous snakes not from our region in our neighborhood creek.
As I grew up, I discovered there were sanctuary and
rescue organizations that were better equipped to handle these types of
creatures. I joined their efforts and to this day continue to do so. This is
where the inspiration for A Witch’s Journey Series came from. My new release,
CHOCOLATE RASPBERRY MAGIC is kinda a continuation of HIDDEN GYPSY MAGIC, third
book in the series.
Chocolate Raspberry Magic clicked into my sights as I
was finishing Hidden Gypsy Magic. Paul and Trinity were such interesting,
hard-working characters that I had to tell their story. Prim and proper Trinity Shilo is the assistant manager for Salem's
Wildlife Sanctuary.
Now Paul has also had his share of hard knocks. Paul Thorp is
a wounded Special Forces veteran now working in security and computer support A
Salem Wildlife Sanctuary.
All bets are off when they are called to assist with
rescue and an Ice Cream Social fund raiser for a small Wildlife Rescue in in
Puffin Cove, Maine. Though the work can be heartbreaking at times, the rewards
are so much more.
A little about CHOCOLATE RASPBERRY MAGIC –
Prim and proper Trinity Shilo is the assistant manager for
Salem's Wildlife Sanctuary. She hasn't had much luck in the boyfriend
department, but the new employee Paul is different. Deep and brooding she sees
something special hidden below the surface. Besides she has secrets of her own.
Paul Thorp is a
wounded Special Forces veteran now working in security and computer support.
He's fought hard to keep his demons in check and for the first time feels he is
ready for a real relationship.
When a fire breaks out at
Puffin Cove Rescue they are called in to help with the recovery and ice cream
social fundraiser. Sometimes things are not what they seem, and neither are
people. When magic is unleashed will what they learn bring them closer together
or push them apart.
A sneak peek between the pages of CHOCOLATE
RASPBERRY MAGIC-
As Trinity walked
through the aftermath of the fire, she lifted the yellow and black caution tape
and carefully stepped inside the building. Her gut clenched and that feeling of
foreboding washed over her again. The farther she ventured into the burnt
building the stronger the gut-wrenching feeling became. Something needs my help. This was a new sensation. She took a small
flashlight out of her backpack, directed the beam over the scorched debris, and
moved the rubble with her toe. Nothing.
One more sweep of
the light and she’d return to the others. Probably
not supposed to be here anyway. A weak squawk emanated from the far corner
of the building. Picking up a scorched stick, she poked at the debris. A puff
of smoke rose as she made her way to where the sound came from. Shining the
light into the corner, she saw movement. She knelt down and carefully shifted
the charred rubble. Laying on its side, head slightly raised, and using a wing
in an attempt to right itself was a small parrot. Its little eyes locked on her
for a moment before its head lowered to the ground.
Frantically, she
glanced around, but there was no one in sight. How far had she ventured without
telling anyone? The structure overhead groaned in warning. No time. “Okay little one, it’s you and me. I don’t have much
experience at this, but I’ll do my best.” Shrugging out of her backpack, she
unzipped it completely. “I’m going to scoop you up in my backpack and get
help.” She didn’t raise her voice to call for help for fear of scaring the poor
thing.
Clearing as much
debris away from the bird as possible, she scooped up the parrot in her bag.
Slowly she stood, so as not to jostle the little creature. Holding the bag
gently against her chest, she picked her way across the downed wooden braces,
charred remnants of cabinetry, and broken glass.
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About
the author:
Tena Stetler is a
best-selling author of award winning paranormal romance with an over-active
imagination. She wrote her first vampire
romance as a tween, to the chagrin of her mother and the delight of her
friends. Colorado is home; shared with her husband, a brilliant Chow Chow, a
spoiled parrot and a forty-five-year-old box turtle.
When she’s not writing, her time is spent kayaking, camping, hiking, biking
or just relaxing in the great Colorado outdoors. Her books tell
tales of magical kick-ass women and mystical alpha males that dare to love
them. Travel, adventure and a bit of mystery flourish in her books along with a
few companion animals to round out the tales.
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