Since we’re a month away from the 101st anniversary of the Titanic’s sinking, on April 14th, I’m still doing excerpts from WRECK until then but after that I’m switching off to something else. I appreciate all the comments and feedback! Sadly there isn’t anything Irish in WRECK I could post for today, although there are characters named Rafferty and Casey but it would cause too many spoilers to excerpt them.
So….instead I went for a bit of the description of the D’vannae Brother, a character who has intrigued many of the book’s readers… As the excerpt begins, we’re in Nick’s POV:
He assessed the only other man on the shuttle who was as deadly as Nick himself could be when the occasion demanded – a D’nvannae Brother, dressed all in close fitting, soft black leather, as they usually were when traveling outside their world. The swirling red tattoo all D’nvannae wore proudly inscribed on the right side of the face, as a sign of fealty to their Deity, was particularly well defined on this man. He must be senior in the hierarchy, given the number of details in the tattoo. Gotta earn those the hard way in the Lady’s service. Halfway paying attention to a broadcast of an inter Sector sports semifinal, the Brother was unbraiding his long, jet black hair, signifying his contract had been successfully completed and he was now at liberty to accept another.
Who on backwater Glideon might have needed such a high-priced, exotic bodyguard? Or been the target of such a relentless assassin? The D’nvannae could be hired for either purpose, conflicting offers resolved by the whim of the goddess.
If you’d like more about the D’vannae and their Red Lady, I did a post about them on Paranormal Romantics last week.
OK, so at least the picture above is thematic for St. Patrick’s Day LOL!
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WRECK OF THE NEBULA DREAM, a 2013 SFR Galaxy Award winner, is available for kindle, as an audio book or a paperback at Amazon. The audio sample is here.
Just finished Wreck this afternoon, so I won’t comment on your snippet–not sure I could do it without spoilers. I liked it. Horse Power, by the way, is more a short story than a novel or even a novelette.
Thank you VERY much, glad you enjoyed the book! That means a lot to me…
Complex description but I got it and pictured the dangerous person. WOW!
So interesting that each characteristic is significant, very cool.
I love the description of the tattoo and how it told so much about the character. Wonderful details. 🙂
People really should read this. It’s an excellent story and very well written.
Thank you, I *really* appreciate the kind words on the book! SO glad you liked it 🙂
Happy St. Pat’s to you 🙂 This character is so intriguing, can see why readers wanted more! Reminds me a bit of J.R. Ward’s Black Dagger Brotherhood characters. I love the symbolism of the braids – something Highlander-ish/Jedi-ish to that, and I ate it right up.
Love the vivid details in this. Great snippet!
This was very vivid and seems dangerous. And I loved the description of the tattoo and now seems I have a better feel of him. Great job, loved it. 🙂
This sounds an interesting read and D’nvannae sounds like a fascinating character.
I love the description in this snippet. Great job!
They do sound nasty and love the tattoo reveals so much
I love the details about the tattoo, and about this dude in general. Sounds like my kind of guy!
Happy St. Paddy’s Day 🙂
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! What an intriguing character. I love the symbolism—the braid, the tattoo… Great snippet!
Really appreciating the comments – yes, the D’nvannae Brother is pretty intriguing to some of the ladies on board the Nebula Dream too LOL. But *not* Mara…
Happy St. Paddy’s Day! Excellent description in this snippet, Veronica! I get a really strong sense of character from the details you provide. Great job!
Loved your 8! And he sounds YUM! 😀
Yep. I’m curious if this guy’s a bodyguard or hired assassin. I liked the tattoo description and what it might represent.
Nice snippet – we know both men are dangerous and get a clear picture of the assassin or bodyguard (depending on his just finished contract). Well done.
Excellent description, well done!
Loved the soft black leather and the red tattoo. I can picture him clearly!
I am truly intrigued by the D’nvannae Brotherhood, especially this exotic bodyguard. I wonder how much he plays into the meat of the story. Great teaser!
Khevan, the D’nvannae Brother on the shuttle with Nick, plays a pretty major part after the ship has its mishap…
Great description! I can see him clearly.
Great description which also tells us more about him.
Wow, what a great hint at the motivations and actions of a distinct character, Veronica. 🙂
Hey, I like the new character! D’nvannae Brothers are intriguing—I wonder if this one will be a help or a hindrance in the days ahead?
Interesting. The D’vannae brothers sound dangerous, or potentially awesome allies to have.
Rich with tradition and rites of passage.
Well done!
Loving the personae of the D’vannae Brothers. Fascinating excerpt. Kudos!
Really interesting! I can see how Nick would take a couple minutes to really study the guy. Sometimes you see descriptions that only seem to be there because the author likes the character, but I think this definitely adds to the scene.
Awesome! I love this description. Starting Wreck today! I promise. It’s been in my TBR pile a long time, but I’ve been so nuts with writing. I’m making more time for reading.
I’m honored! I know what you mean though, about not reading much when you’re really in the throes of the writing…I hope you’ll enjoy the book 🙂
You make me feel hopeful, everyone, for the sequel, which is going to focus on the D’nvannae in more detail! Thanks for the feedback! (Of course I have to write said sequel…)
This isn’t just fantastically detailed description of the character, but a nice mirror into this world. It is totally intriguing and makes the reader want to know more about…everything!
Oh, he does sound like an interesting character. Great description of him!
Fantastic detailed and descriptive snippet. I’d love to know about the tattoo process. Great character.
Intriguing character and nice world-building. Great snippet!
Your excerpt continue to be intriguing! I have my copy, now I just have to find time to sit down and read!!!! LOL, such is the life of an author…. but you’ll know the moment I do!
Intriguing excerpt and backstory concerning the Brothers. Wonder if Nick can work something out with him.
Intriguing description! Sounds like an interesting character.
I loved the Brother; he added so much to the story! Awesome book. Anyone who sees this, I suggest you buy it and read it!
The D’nvannae Brother sounds very interesting. You’ve done an excellent job of painting his picture. I’ll be thinking about that red tattoo for a long time.
Good descriptions in this snippet – tough choice for the D’vannae brother.
OooOOoo, I can see why your readers would be intrigued by this character, I certainly am! I get the sense we’re going to get to know him…at least a little. Great 8!
I love your descriptions. It really helps the reader with picturing him.
The Brother sounds like a very dangerous man. Love the description and the insight into his culture as well.
You’ve packed an amazing amount of detail into these sentences. This guy is complicated, indeed! I love how his purpose could be one of two things, each with such different meaning.