From Star Survivor which is the sequel to Wreck of the Nebula Dream but can be read as a standalone.
“Drink, I need a drink,” she said, grabbing at the glasses balanced on the tray of a passing server. She didn’t care what they were, nor was she displeased to find the goblets contained two completely different feelgoods. Even as the waiter exclaimed in annoyance and her own companions exchanged astonished glances, she shoved the now empty glasses at the man, snatched a third from his tray, swirls of orange and green froth, and sauntered forward. Twilka headed to the table with a casualness she in no way felt, her nerves taut as a bowstring, her pulse pounding. At least she’d worn a killer dress.
“Twenty thousand on the red,” she said, having seen his bet and choosing the opposite, “I’ll spin.” Sipping the abominable, too sweet concoction, she leaned over to spin the retro wheel, giving the room a full view of her cleavage, accented with perfume dust and temporary diamond-studded tattoos.
There was a growing silence around the table. She didn’t think the onlookers knew who he was—had been—to her. She was famous, her face appearing everywhere as the embodiment of her brand, but he was just a D’nvannae.
In reality, Khevan could never be dismissed as “just” anything though, could he?
The blurb:
The survivors of a terrible wreck meet again—but this time only one can survive.
They survived an iconic spaceship wreck together. She never expected to see him again … especially not armed to kill her.
Twilka Zabour is an interstellar celebrity. She built on her notoriety as a carefree Socialite who survived the terrible wreck of the Nebula Dream, and launched a successful design house. But now the man who gave meaning to her life, then left her, is back–this time for the worst of reasons. Will he kill her … or help her survive?
D’nvannae Brother Khevan survived the Nebula Dream in the company of a lovely, warm woman, only to be pulled away from her, back into his solitary life in the service of the Red Lady. Now Twilka’s within his reach again–for all the wrong reasons. Khevan will do everything within his power to discover why Twilka has been targeted for assassination, and to save her.
But Khevan is not Twilka’s only pursuer. Will allies Nick and Mara Jameson arrive in time to aid the couple, or will Khevan and Twilka’s ingenuity be all that stands between them and death?
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Well, she’s definitely not hiding from him. By drawing him out, she’ll quickly learn of his intentions. Great snippet! And congrats on both pieces of wonderful news! 🙂
Congratulations, Veronica, on the awesome accolade.
Twilka is certainly putting herself ‘out there’!
It’s easy to see how she became famous; she has the personality for it.
She’s not shying back is she? Congrats on the new release and participating in the audiobook!!!
No, I definitely don’t think he’s “just” anything. 🙂 Great snippet
Wow! I love your description of Twilka; the drinking, the cleavage, the flaunting, Oh MY! And you are famous with accolades all over the place. Major hugs, my friend. Love, Charmaine
Woo hoo! You’re having a banner week!
Love all the details in this snippet, especially your description of her:
“Twenty thousand on the red,” she said, having seen his bet and choosing the opposite, “I’ll spin.” Sipping the abominable, too sweet concoction, she leaned over to spin the retro wheel, giving the room a full view of her cleavage, accented with perfume dust and temporary diamond-studded tattoos.
I like how you work into the action what she looks like, rather than just describing her. Nice writing.
Congratulations on the award! Also, the snippet is great and gives a lot of detail about her!
Congratulations!
I’m sure Khevan is well aware of her diamond studded cleavage!
Fantastic description in this excerpt, Veronica! Loved it. But, wow, your news! How amazing! Congratulations on all the excitement–it’s well-deserved! 🙂
Great news, Veronica! So exciting 😀 Wonderful descriptions in this excerpt, I can picture everything easily. Continued good luck to you!
Marcia
Risky, braver than me.
Congrats on both – well deserved.
Diamond studded tattoos – great visual. Tweeted.
She’s not a shy violet, is she? Congrats on all the honors?
Wow, awesome snippet followed by awesome news! I gotta get me this book.
Nice! Great clip and GREAT news!! Congrats! Love the way your heroine hides her emotions behind her in your face confidence.
Love that she didn’t hide and I’m curious about their relationship and why he’s returned. Congrats on the audio book. So cool.
Well well, she’s certainly the bold red lady!! Nice. And OMG CONGRATS on that announcement! (Both the book AND the ST audiobook, heh.) 🙂
Fantastic excerpt! And congratulations.
Her confident exterior belies her nervous interior. Fake it until you make it, as the saying goes, and she certainly did that – with style! Congratulations on your success. Well deserved I’m sure.
Thank for all the comments! I’m glad Twilka’s personality comes through in the snippet ….and thanks for the good wishes – it was a really fun week for sure. Back to normal next week, no doubt 🙂
Congrats on your contribution. 7 whole words! On Star Trek audio. You lucky duck! Great snippet. Love Twilka’s gutsiness. I agree with Cara on how you interweave description with action.
Omg! Congrats on everything!
Wow. Twilka’s certainly not hiding away.
I can’t help but wonder what the effects of mixing those three ‘feelgoods’ will be–or drinking them so quickly! But she seems to need her liquid courage…
Congrats! 🙂
Congrats on everything. Your heroine is definitely going for attention that I’m sure won’t go unnoticed.
Great descriptions (the drinks sound interesting) and I LOVE that last line.
Gutsy lady! Great snippet!
a D’nvannae ?? Interesting snippet … with great descriptions !
She really seems to like the spot like. If Khevan is not “just” anything, I don’t think she is “just” anything either.
Major congrats on becoming a part of any Start Trek enterprise (pun intended!). So envious! But I also loved your snippet. Loved her drinking her courage in this fun snippet.