Please help me welcome Lynda Kaye Frazier to my blog today. Lynda, thank you for taking some time out of your day to be with us. Lynda is giving away an ecopy of her book to one lucky commentor today, so be sure and leave her a comment.
If you could live anywhere in the world where would it be, and why?
It doesn’t have to be anywhere special, just as long as I have a house on the beach. My favorite place to be and where I hope to retire at.
Have you had other careers before becoming a writer?
I started my working career as a Respiratory Therapist over 30 years ago but decided to move into ultrasound 18 years ago. I know do Ultrasounds for a Cardiologist, and love it.
Are you a full time writer or do you have a “day job”?
Not a full time writer yet, but hope to be some day.
Do you have other talents? Or is there a talent you don’t have that you wish you did?
I love to paint and play the piano.
How did you get started writing?
It’s such a cliché but I literally had a dream. That’s how my story started and that’s how I get some of my story ideas.
What genre(s) do you write in and why?
My series is in suspense, romantic suspense but I am also writing a YA story, and loving it.
How many books have you written? Do you have a favorite?
I have two published short stories and one full length book. My favorite is my book, Rescued from the Dark. It was my first and very special to me.
Tell us about your current series. Rescued from the Dark
FBI agent Jason Michaels goes undercover with the Irish Mob to get information on their gun smuggling ring. While on assignment he realizes they have joined forces with a known terrorist group manufacturing drugs. He searches for information to tie the two together when he finds out they have kidnapped a fellow agent, Mercedes Kingsley, the only girl he has ever loved. Jason soon realizes they’re using Mercy to perfect their dosage and that his cover has been blown. He knows he has to save her so he takes off on a journey that will take him up against his enemies, peers and the Agency that he loves, but is willing to give up to bring Mercy back to him.
What is your next project and when will it be released?
Last Chance to Run is the next book in the Guardians of Hope series. I am in the editing process. Here’s a little blurb on it: What if you found out the daughter you buried was alive and being held captive by a man you thought you killed?
-Ron Daily, head of FBI’s Counterintelligence Department, races to save his daughter, Tracy, as she escapes from her captives for one Last Chance to Run.
What is your favorite part of writing?
I love getting lost in a story, letting the characters take over and write their story.
What is your least favorite part of writing?
I hate not having the time I want to put into it. I have a day job that keeps me busy and I have a sister with MS that I help care for.
What is your typical day like?
I am up at 6. I answer e-mails and set up blogs. Work my day job from 8-5 with checking blogs and e-mails in between patients. Home at 6. Feed animals, we have a small farm. Cook dinner, make sure my sisters needs are taken care of. Clean up kitchen. Then by about 8 I am on the computer until about midnight. Oh, I also slip some time in there for my husband. : ) I am busy, but love it.
I’m an avid reader of romantic suspense and started writing about a year ago after a vivid dream. I know, sounds cliché, but that’s how it started. I work full time at a Cardiology clinic, then at night you will find me in front of my computer. I grew up in Pennsylvania, but now live in Arkansas, surrounded by the Ozark mountains where I get to enjoy the four seasons without a long, cold winter. Other than spending time with my wonderful family, my favorite things to do are writing, reading and listening to music, but my most favorite is going to the beach. Surf, sand and a good book, my stress relief. ted his spot with Thomas Flanagan, but his
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He searches for information to tie the two together when he finds out they have kidnapped a fellow agent, Mercedes Kingsley, the only girl he has ever loved. Jason soon realizes they’re using Mercy to perfect their dosage and that his cover has been blown. He knows
Rescued from the Dark, Romantic Suspense
Published through Black Opal Books
Released February 16,2013
FBI agent Jason Michaels goes undercover with the Irish Mob to get information on their gun smuggling ring. While on assignment he realizes they have joined forces with a known terrorist group manufacturing drugs. He searches for information to tie the two together when he finds out they have kidnapped a fellow agent, Mercedes Kingsley, the only girl he has ever loved. Jason soon realizes they’re using Mercy to perfect their dosage and that his cover has been blown. He knows he has to save her so he takes off on a journey that will take him up against his enemies, peers and the Agency that he loves, but is willing to give up to bring Mercy back to him.
BLURB:
She has no memory of their love…
Kidnapped by terrorists and sent into a drug-induced coma, FBI intern Mercedes Kingsley awakes with no memory of her ordeal—or the intimate interlude that left her pregnant. Convinced her child was fathered by her ex-fiancé, she walks away from the only man she has ever loved, determined to make things work with her ex, a man the FBI suspects is implicated in her abduction.
He knows the truth, but no one will listen…
FBI undercover agent Jason Michaels remembers what Mercy can’t and those memories are breaking his heart. Forced to keep his distance from his lover and their unborn child, Jason risks his life to protect Mercy from a cell of international terrorists who have vowed to get the secrets locked in her memory, no matter the cost. Can Jason convince Mercy to trust him until she remembers their past, or will he lose her to a man who will trap her in a nightmare world of darkness from which there is no escape?
E-book teaser:
He had to get her out of there, but with all the drugs in her system, would she even remember who he was?
Mercy was lying on the bed. Even in the dim light, he could tell she was pale. Her clothes were wrinkled and her shirt caked with what they forced her to eat. From the looks of the room she fought hard. Damn, he needed to get her out before the drugs took her from him.
“Mercy, wake up. Come on, open your eyes.” Nothing. She didn’t move. Okay, she’s not going to like this. “You need to wake up and take a shower, so let’s get both done at the same time.”
He took the chair into the shower and turned it on then went back to the bed. He picked up Mercy, and placed her under the fine mist of cold water. Just what she needed. He held her in the chair as the water flowed over her head, soaking her hair and drizzling down her shoulders. His back was pelted by the spray as he knelt in front of her, but he didn’t care. He shook her shoulders, and she stirred.
“Good, Mercy. Come on, open your eyes.” He struggled to hold her slippery, wet body in the chair. The T-shirt was soaked and her thin bra could not hide the effects of the cold water. He clenched his jaw tight at the thought of never being able to touch her, love her. She has to remember him, remember them. She struggled against his hold as she started to wake. “I’m not letting you up until you open your eyes. Come on, look at me.”
Her eyes flew open. They were filled will fear and confusion as she frantically searched the room. Then her head dropped and their eyes met and he knew.
Excerpt:
An explosion ricocheted behind Jason Michael’s eyes as the pressure mounted in his head. The rush of panic consumed him. He struggled to move, tried to swallow, but nothing. His throat burned as the flames engulfed his lungs. He needed to breathe but couldn’t. Shit. He strained to make out the muffled voice, but the pounding in his ears erased all hope. His head started to spin and he succumbed to the realization, this was it, the end. He won. The flames dampened and his heartbeat slowed as the drums subsided, then the voice became clear.
“Give it to him now you son of a bitch. What were you thinking? We still need him.”
In a split second, Jason sucked in a breath, causing stabbing pains to shoot through his chest. Every muscle fiber burned as the cold blast of air shot through his lungs releasing the oxygen his body craved. He arched his back, raising his chest up to pull in more air when his head snapped to the side and the crack from his neck echoed in his ears. The pain ripped through his jaw, racing across his cheekbone. Before he could gather his senses, intense burning set his face on fire. What the hell?
The slap against his cheek stung, and his eyes snapped open. He wrenched upright, hitting his head on the roof of the SUV. His gaze darted back and forth looking for something familiar until he locked onto the ice-cold stare of the devil himself, Shaun Flanagan.
Damn, that was close. Jason could not blow his cover, even if it meant he would die as David Logan and not Jason Michaels.
“You’re finally awake, my boy. We almost lost you,” Shaun cold, emotionless laugh caused Jason’s blood to boil. “You stopped breathing, I think. It’s hard to tell with this new stuff. I hope you’re not too injured. We’ve got work to do.”
Jason’s vision blurred, but his other senses were sharp. Shaun had known exactly what the drug would do and the burn in Jason’s throat was a harsh reminder. Shaun’s sarcastic tone spoke volumes to him. He was evil and did not play by anyone’s rules but his own. Jason had spent the last two months undercover, playing their games and doing their dirty work to buddy up tight to this family. He’d earned his spot with Thomas Flanagan, but his son Shaun had issues trusting anyone, even his own father.
Jason’s anger burned inside of him, but he couldn’t afford to make mistakes, not now. He was too close. It’s time to step it up, but first the drugs had to stop. He rubbed his aching jaw with one hand, clenching his other into a fist to hide his visible shaking. He had to get control of this game before he lost everything.
Buy links:
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BFYANMK
B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/rescued-from-the-dark-lynda-kaye-frazier/1114500674?ean=2940016369129
Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/285303
KOBO: http://www.kobobooks.com/ebook/Rescued-from-the-Dark/book-mS6P9bqlx0ifOjztxuBrmg/page1.html?s=BNbii4WZ40uUHUgelR46hg&r=1
ARe: https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-rescuedfromthedark-1061653-152.html
BOB: http://www.blackopalbooks.com
I love the beach, too! My favorite is the white sandy beaches near Tampa, FL. Thanks for sharing!
I lived in Houston for 14 years and fell in love with the beach in Galveston. Ever since then I have collected sand from beaches I have visited. My favorite is one IN Japan, off the Navy Base. Was visiting my son and found the sand there to be soft, almost like velvet. I hated to leave. Thanks for stopping by.
Lynda
Hello Cindy.
Thank you for hosting me today. I will stop back after I finish up with my day job. Back to clinic now before the Doctors find out I sneaked in a moment to check your site, Which I love by the way. : )
Lynda
Great interview with an awesome writer! Rescued from the Dark is a wonderful book. I admire Lynda’s energy, unique concepts, and her ability to pull together multi genre plots seamlessly.
I enjoyed your lovely presentation, Cynthia. Thank you for sharing 🙂
Thanks Victoria you’re great and I’m so glad you were able to stop by today.
Lynda
Sounds like an interesting series
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I’m glad you enjoyed the excerpts and you think the series is interesting. Thanks for stopping by and good luck with the drawing. : )
Lynda
I really enjoyed the excerpt! You have written a story packed with action and suspense, and with medical descriptions that make it unique to read.
Rescued From The Dark is a terrific story!
Thanks Loretta. I loved writing this story and I’m really loving how the second one is turning out. It should be available by the end of the year. Thanks for stopping by and good luck with the drawing.
Lynda
I love beaches as well! This sounds like an interesting read. I wish you much success!
Thanks Brenna. Glad to find another beach lover. Thanks for stopping by
Lynda
Great interview. Your story sound so exciting. 🙂
Janice~
Thanks for stopping by Janice. I’m glad you liked finding out a little bit more about me.
Lynda
Enjoyed the interview and learning about another author and her book – sounds very exciting.
Thanks for stopping by Mitzi. I’m glad you liked the interview and the excerpts.
Lynda
Loved the story and the excerpt! NICE cover, too!
Thank you for a fine interview. As a reader, blogger, and author, it is always a fascination to learn how other writers work. I don’t consider myself a fan of romance, or romantic suspense as said above, but I have read some. And it was good to read because of the selfish learning curve for me a few years ago. Being of Irish Descent with a son named Shaun were a couple hooks for me. Thanks again.
Lynda,
I love the excerpts, your interview, and can’t wait to get my copy of Rescued from the Dark!
I still own my home in Bella Vista, AR, but am currently living in Ventura Beach, California. Please let me know if you’ll be collecting sand here any time soon!
~Carole Avila
Eve’s Amulet, Book 1