Today I'd like to introduce you to author Tracie Delaney and share an extract from her upcoming debut novel, Winning Ace.
Here's the blurb:
When the
opportunity arises for journalist Tally McKenzie to meet tennis ace Cash
Gallagher, she grabs it without hesitation. Desperate for a killer story to
advance her career, she’ll have to betray her idol and her own morals into the bargain
if she is to succeed.
Renowned
bad boy Cash wants one thing; to remain at the top of his game. He’s fought
hard to get there, and he’s not about to lose his crown, especially over a
woman.
When Cash
divulges personal information, Tally seizes her chance and writes an explosive
article. Incensed, Cash sets out to get his revenge. Except the darling of
centre court gets more than he bargained for—a passionate affair with a woman
he should detest.
But Cash is
a man with secrets—secrets that could destroy his career. Dare he take the
risk? Or is the cost too great, even for his perfect match.
Tracie has very kindly agreed to share a little taster of Winning Aces with you all here on The Hippo:
He pressed his mouth to hers, purposely
keeping the kiss soft. He half expected her to change her mind and push him
away, but she didn’t. Instead, she wrapped her arms around his neck and buried
her fingers in his hair. Pulling her even closer, he moved his lips slowly. When
she let out a soft moan, he slipped his tongue inside, and gently licked
against hers. Doused with the same
powerful urge he’d had at Rupe’s place—to take her, to brand her as his, to
warn the world that this one was taken—he deepened the kiss. When she moaned
again, the sound deeper this time, his breathing quickened.
He drew away slowly, needing to put some
distance between them before the spell she’d cast sent him over the edge into
madness. Resting his forehead against hers, he briefly closed his eyes to see
if the world stopped spinning. When he opened them again, it was plain to see
she’d been as affected as he was. Her face and neck were flushed and her lips
were slightly swollen.
With a half grin, he leaned in and softly
grazed her earlobe with his teeth before whispering, “Third of February,
Natalia. And if I have my way, by the end of the night, those earrings will be
the only thing you’re wearing.”
Winning Ace
is the first novel in an overarching three book series.
Winning Ace
(Book 1) is now available for pre-order and will be released 29 May 2017
Losing Game
(Book 2) will be released in mid July 2017
Grand Slam
(Book 3) will be released early October 2017
Tracie
Delaney is the author of the Winning Ace trilogy. She loves nothing more than
immersing herself in a good romance, although she sometimes, rather cheekily,
makes her characters wait for their HEA.
When she
isn’t writing or sitting around with her head stuck in a book, she can often be
found watching The Walking Dead, Game of Thrones or any tennis match involving
Roger Federer. Her greatest fear is running out of coffee.
Tracie
studied accountancy, gaining her qualification in 2001. Her maths teacher would
no doubt be stunned by this revelation considering Tracie could barely add two
plus two at high school.
Tracie lives in the North West of England with her
amazingly supportive husband. They both share a love of dogs, travel and wine.
Tracie loves to
hear from readers. She can be contacted via the links below:
Thank you so much for hosting me, Neats. It is very much appreciated!
ReplyDeleteYou're very welcome Tracie and I wish you lots of luck with your book! 😉
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