Goddess Fish: “Blind Mercy” by Violetta Rand Virtual Book Tour/Giveaway

By Ruth on March 13, 2014 in blog tour, book, giveaway, promo
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Blind Mercy

by Violetta Rand

 

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BLURB:

 

The Sigurdsson family legacy continues…

 

A woman who prayed for a hero…

 

Orphaned at a young age, Rachelle Fiennes prayed for a hero to rescue her from her tragic life in England. When her only kinsman goes missing after the Battle of Stamford Bridge, Rachelle braves the aftermath of the battlefield to find him.

 

A man who lost everything…

 

Damned by the gods for surviving the bloodiest defeat in Norse history, Jarl Tyr Sigurdsson is still determined to get home. Hiding until nightfall so he can escape to his ship, his dangerous endeavor is disrupted when he’s accidently discovered by a beautiful Saxon.

 

Brought together by war, Rachelle and Tyr face many obstacles. Can sworn enemies find peace through love, or will fate be cruel?

 

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Blind Mercy CoverExcerpt:

 

Rachelle tried to wiggle out of her bonds. He didn’t try to stop her. Why did Prince Edwin want to see her again? The Norse liked English slaves. “I’m shocked you’d sell a Christian into servitude.” She expected the worst from him.

 

“We all fall short of the glory of God.”

 

She rolled her eyes.

 

“Marriage can hardly be considered slavery.”

 

Panic gripped her heart. Marriage? Oh my G. “Maybe not for a man,” she countered tartly.

 

“You’re to be wed to a prince. I hardly think you’ll be expected to work your fingers to the bone, unless you view bedding your husband as an unpleasant task.” He grinned lecherously. “Some women never learn to enjoy bedsport.” He caressed her cheek. “Somehow, I think you will.”

 

She jerked away. “Don’t do this, I beg you.”

 

“Milady,” he replied. “Men conduct this sort or business every day. Without a proper guardian, someone needed to act on your behalf. It’s a fine match. You’ve done your duty. Rose above your unfortunate circumstances and secured a man most women would trip over their skirts to get to. Prince Edwin may be a bastard in the Biblical sense, but he’s rich and comes from a reputable family. Celebrate your good fortune. I could have shipped you to a place where women are expected to perform the marital act without the benefit of nuptials.”

 

Her hands burned to slap him. He’d done this with the intent to harm her. From the moment she stepped foot on Tyr’s ship, this man had seethed with contempt. She swallowed thickly. “Why?”

 

His startling gaze pierced her. “I hate Tyr. And everything about you reminds me of the home I dearly miss. I don’t need a constant reminder of things I cannot have.”

 

His confession took her by surprise. “I thought you despised Scotland.”

 

“I’ve only implied it to keep my enemies confused.”

 

What kind of man denied his own heart? A man without a home was likely the most wretched creature on earth. Beholden to no one, he’d do as he pleased. “Why do you stay?”

 

“There’s opportunity for me here.”

 

“Tyr will notice I’m gone.”

 

“I suspect he’ll do more than that,” he added. “He might start a bloody war.”

 

 

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Violetta RandAUTHOR Bio and Links:

 

 

Violetta Rand holds a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Policy and a master’s degree in Environmental Management. Serving as an environmental scientist in the state of Alaska for over seven years, she enjoys the privilege of traveling to remote places few people have the opportunity to see.

 

Violetta has been “in love” with writing since childhood. Struck with an entrepreneurial spirit at a young age, at five, she wrote short stories illustrated by her best friend and sold them in her neighborhood. The only thing she loves more than writing is her wonderful relationship with her husband, Jeff. She enjoys outdoor activities, reading whatever she can get her hands on, music, and losing herself in the ancient worlds she enjoys bringing to life in the pages of her stories.

 

http://violettarand.wordpress.com/

http://violettarand.webs.com/

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Violetta-Rand/578321415528848

https://twitter.com/ViolettaRand

The author has graciously agreed to a giveaway in conjunction with this tour.

Prizes for the tour are as follows:

• One randomly chosen commenter will win a $50 Amazon/BN.com gift card.

• Two randomly chosen hosts will each receive a $25 Amazon/BN.com gift card.

Be sure to enter on the rafflecopter below.  And follow the entire tour.  After all, the more you win, the more chances you will receive!

 

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Dates for the tour can be found here.

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“Don’t bend; don’t water it down; don’t try to make it logical; don’t edit your own soul according to the fashion. Rather, follow your most intense obsessions mercilessly.” — Franz Kafka Ruth is an inspirational entertainment journalist who instinctively sees the best in all and seeks to share universal beauty, love and positivity. She is an artist who leads with her heart and gives readers a glimpse of the best of this world through the masterful use of the written word. Ruth was born in Tacoma, Washington but now calls Yelm, Washington her home. She lives on five acres with her parents, a dog, two miniature goats, cats and a teenage daughter who is a dynamic visual artist herself. Ruth interviews fellow artists both inside and outside of the film/television industry. At the core of all she does is the strength of her faith.

7 Comments

  1. Karen H in NC March 15, 2014 Reply

    Last day of the tour and it has been great fun! I would like Amazon GC…my favorite place to shop.

    kareninnc at gmail dot com

  2. andie March 15, 2014 Reply

    It would be the “Amazon” GC for me – thanks!!

  3. Jane Squires March 14, 2014 Reply

    Amazon please – either would work but I like Amazon best.

  4. Elise-Maria Barton March 14, 2014 Reply

    I very much enjoyed your blog tour and genuinely hate to see it end. I hope this promotion has proven to be a rousing success. Thanks for sharing this very special series with us; I very much look forward to reading it. BVest wishes,

    ilookfamous(at)yahoo(dot)com

  5. Trix March 14, 2014 Reply

    Good luck with the release!

  6. Rita Wray March 14, 2014 Reply

    I have enjoyed the tour and learning about your great read.

  7. Thanks for hosting!

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