Thursday, January 13, 2011

Do You Ever Have Dreams that suddenly turn into ...

Destiny’s dream is coming true. But without a little divine intervention, it could become a nightmare…



Destiny’s Dream
by Delia Latham

Book One in the Solomon’s Gate Series
from White Rose Publishing

Is a little respect too much to ask at a parent’s funeral?
     Apparently it is for Destiny May. Her mother’s “going away party” is crashed by an unfamiliar and totally irreverent guest. Difficult to ignore, Clay Gallagher is built like a small mountain and far more vocal than is fitting for the occasion. When it turns out the annoying stranger is not even at the right funeral, Destiny demands retribution in the form of an escape from the day’s dreary proceedings.
     From the beginning, their relationship has some kinks – starting with Destiny’s determination to found a Christian dating service in their conservative town of Castle Creek. A highly esteemed investment broker, Clay has little respect or patience for such a frivolous profession. But when Destiny is threatened by an anonymous caller who deeply resents her and what she does for a living, Clay makes it his business to keep the saucy redhead out of harm’s way.
    Trouble is, spending time in her company weakens his defenses … and Cupid’s arrows are known to fly straight to the heart.

Excerpt:
     The dim porch light revealed her smile. “I had a wonderful evening, Gallagher. Thank you.”
     Clay’s eyes were fixed on her lips. Could they possibly be as soft as they looked? With a monumental effort, he managed to tear his gaze upward, only to find her green eyes every bit as magnetic.
     He tugged gently on a loose tendril of hair. “I’m glad, ma jolie dame. Maybe we can do it again?”
     Lowering her gaze, she spoke so softly he almost missed it. “I’ll look forward to it, monsieur.”
     Just when Clay thought he couldn’t resist at least a brush of those inviting lips with his own, Destiny’s spontaneous humor—apparently never far from the surface—prevented him from losing control. Her lips parted in an enchanting smile and she shrugged one shoulder. “I’m afraid that’s all the French I know, and I only learned it tonight.”
     Clay chuckled. So now what? Should he just say good night and go? Should he kiss her? Man, I can’t believe how much I want to kiss her. Shake her hand?
     He settled for pulling her into a gentle hug, making it possible to drop a feather-light kiss onto her hair. I think I like you far too much, pretty lady. Grinning in the dusky darkness, he decided it was all right to say the words aloud. “Je crois que je vous aime bien trop, la jolie dame.” Stepping back, he took the key from her unresisting fingers and opened the door. With a final touch—the brush of a finger under her chin—he turned and walked away.
     He almost reached his car door before she called out, just as he’d hoped she would. “Clay?”
     He turned. “What was it you said?”
     He sent her a little grin he hoped was mysterious, raised a hand in farewell, then slid behind the wheel and drove away. A fellow had a right to keep a thing or two to himself.

About Delia:

     Delia Latham is a born-and-bred California gal, recently transplanted to Oklahoma where she lives with her husband Johnny. She’s a Christian wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend—but above all, she treasures her role as child of the King and heir to the throne of God. Delia enjoys big, loud, happy family gatherings. When she’s not writing, she loves to play piano and sing, read, enjoy nature’s beauty, and design marketing products for authors.
     Her inspirational novel, Goldeneyes, was released in March 2008; Yesterday’s Promise in March 2010; Mine! (a children’s picture book) will be available early in 2011.
     Find out more about this author at www.delialatham.net.
     Blog: www.my-book-bag.blogspot.com
     Newsletter: www.bookshelfnewsletter.blogspot.com  


Psalm 91:11
For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.

For the viewers. We want your thoughts.  Delia has set up a fun contest on her website called Daughters of Destiny. As you write in your reflective thoughts, we are encouraging readers to take part in that. Just click the link above after you drop us a line.


A couple of times during the storyline, Destiny experienced supernatural occurrences—not overtly dramatic things, but small miracles completely outside the realm of the "everyday." Would you like to experience such things, or does the idea frighten you, take you outside your comfort zone? several days.

14 comments:

  1. Hi, Shirley! What a pleasant surprise to find this post up a couple of days before I expected it. You're a gem!

    Readers, DO be sure to check out my contest. The month is drawing to a close... I have some absolutely beautiful prizes, but I have to reach a certain number of entries, or the contest won't be considered valid - and I sure want to give those prizes away! :)

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  2. Delia, I'm so enjoying tracking you across the 'Net!! :-) Destiny's Dream is simply awesome! :-) God bless and keep up the great work!

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  3. Marianne, I'M so enjoying seeing your sweet face from blog to blog! (And I can't tell you how pleased I am that you like Destiny's story!)

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  4. I seem to trip over small miracles on a regular basis already. :)
    Ann_Lee_Miller@msn.com

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  5. Hmmm...they wouldn't happen to walk on two legs and ask lots of questions, would they, Ann? :D

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  6. I love miracles and getting myself into situations where God uses different things to show me just how he is there. I don't mind being out of a box. Your book sounds interesting.
    Betty F
    Windsor, CA

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  8. I love them too, Betty. There's nothing like experiencing the impossible, and knowing exactly Who brought it about. Shivery, wonderful, AMAZING feeling! :D Thanks for stopping by, Betty.

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  9. Enjoyed stopping by and reading the post today. Clicked over to your blog and signed up to be followers.

    http://BlyBooks.blogspot.com

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  10. Wonderful, Janet! I love seeing my "follow" list grow. :) (Plus you'll earn entries in the Daughters of Destiny Contest that way!)

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  11. Ooh, I hope to go over and check out what you are doing at your website. Good interview.
    Janice Ian

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  12. DO visit my website, Janice! And thanks for stopping by here at A Pen for Your Thoughts. :)

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  13. Although I don't live for miracles, i see them every day happening. It must be nice to be able to write a book about them.
    Betty

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  14. Betty, I don't think it would be a good idea for any of us to "live for miracles." While it's wonderful to be in touch with heavenly things, it's also good to be "firmly grounded." :D I wouldn't say my book is "about" miracles - but they do have a way of just finding their way into my characters' lives! :)

    Blessings!

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