Ciao, everybody. I have a treat for you today—I have the pleasure of welcoming author D. L. Finn to the blog. It’s her first visit as a feature rather than as a commenter. Please join me in giving her the warmest of welcomes.
Thank you, Staci, for inviting me to be on your blog to help celebrate tomorrow’s release of The Button!
Lynn Hill left a difficult childhood behind when she turned eighteen. The 1980s were going to be the beginning of a great life. Then what started as an ordinary evening out with her best friend, Stacy, turns into a nightmare. Lynn hears warnings: “Go!” “Leave!” Believing she is hearing things after partying too much, she goes back for one more drink before going home. That decision sets off a chain of events that nothing could have prepared her for. While humans and not-so-human beings are attempting to either help or harm her, Lynn risks everything to find the only person she trusts, Stacy. Who can help her? The stepbrother who shows up right when she needs him or the attractive, helpful bartender who gives her his phone number? Lynn must learn to trust again. Her survival depends on it in this paranormal thriller.
Excerpt:
PROLOGUE
Castro Valley, California, 1976
Lynn was suddenly aware of her surroundings. It was tranquil floating above her still body next to angels. She felt indifferent at seeing her pale form hooked up to wires and IVs, although the beeping machines indicated that her body was still alive.
“You have to go back—you have more to do,” the female angel informed her.
Lynn met the angel’s steady gaze. While she was in awe of her beauty, it was the angel’s silver dress that drew her attention. It reminded her of how the water in her grandmother’s pool had wrapped her in serenity when she sat at the bottom. She’d loved doing that for as long as she could hold her breath. It was one of the few times she felt safe, cocooned in water where no one could hurt her. That dress, flowing like water around the angel, affected Lynn in the same way as the pool did—it made her feel safe. The angel pushed her hair back, causing it to cascade over her peacock-green wings.
Lynn turned her attention to the male angel. His smile was mesmerizing—like a lava lamp, hot and fluid. What a babe! With his long brown hair, strong chiseled features, and green eyes she could get lost in, she felt she could totally spend eternity with him. He smiled broadly at her, but the smile quickly disappeared when the female angel scowled at him. Wait a minute—do they know what I’m thinking? Not cool! Lynn felt her face redden.
The embarrassment was quickly erased as both angels smiled at her again. Lynn wished they’d say more, but she wanted to continue to hang out with them. She was feeling a peace she’d never felt before.
She started to express her desire to stay. “I don’t—” was all she got out before images of an older version of herself filled her mind all at once. Then she was thrust back—into her life and that pallid body hooked up to the beeping machines.
Random Finn Facts:
- My house has what has earned the name: “Hall Ghost” who lives mostly in our hall. I’ve only seen dark shadows in the shape of a person, but others have seen a woman with red hair. Whatever she– or it is–we never feel uncomfortable or scared.
- Get rid of books? No, I add more shelves…
- I’m a huge fan of Karma!
D.L. Finn is an independent California local, who encourages everyone to embrace their inner child. She was born and raised in the foggy Bay Area, but in 1990 relocated with her husband, kids, dogs and cats to the Sierra foothills in Nevada City, CA. She immersed herself in reading all types of books, but especially loved romance, horror and fantasy. She always treasured creating her own reality on paper. Finally, being surrounded by towering pines, oaks and cedars, her creativity was cradled until it bloomed. Her creations vary from children’s books, young adult fantasy, adult paranormal romance to an autobiography with poetry. She continues on her adventure with an open invitation to her readers to join her. Visit her at her website, dlfinnauthor.com.
D.L. Finn’s social media:
Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | LinkedIn | GooglePlus
Links to purchase:
Amazon | Smashwords | Barnes &Noble
Don’t you just love that new release feeling – a bit like Xmas! Best Wishes.
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That describes it perfectly Wendy. Can’t wait to hold the paperback for the first time, too!
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I must be the oddball. It makes me a little queasy. 😱
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Wishing you much luck with the new release, Denise!
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Thanks for stopping by, Teri.
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Thank you Teri:)
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It sounds like such a marvelous story from Denise. Can’t wait to read it! Hugs to you both.
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Thanks, Teagan. Hugs back at ‘cha!
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Thank you Teagan! I look forward to hearing your thoughts:)
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Hugs back up you!
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Hi Staci and Denise! Congratulations on your new release, Denise! What a fascinating and intriguing excerpt. Wow! The Button is definitely one to add to my TBR list. I look forward to reading it. Wishing you all the best with your new book! ❤ xx
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That’s happy news, Vashti. I’m sure Denise will be thrilled to hear it. Thanks for stopping by!
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Thanks for hosting, Staci. 🙂
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Always glad to showcase talent!
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Thanks Vashti:) I’m happy to hear you liked liked the excerpt and want to add it to your TBR list. Yay!
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I bought it and can’t wait to read it. 😀
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🙂
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I love this excerpt, Denise. I know I am going to enjoy every page of this book! Congrats on the release and the tour and best wishes! Thanks for hosting, Staci!
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Thanks, Jan!
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Thank you Jan! That makes me so happy to hear:) I am certainly enjoying this tour.
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Intriguing excerpt, Denise. Best of luck with the new release. Fascinating story about your hall ghost!
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Thanks for dropping by, Joan.
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Thank you Joan:) Our hall ghost has been around for so long it just seems normal to us now…lol
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Best wishes, Denise, and Thanks to Staci for hosting you today.
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Appreciate the visit, John.
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I was in the neighborhood.
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Thanks John. Yes, a huge thanks to Staci:)
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Loved the excerpt, Denise. Congrats on your big release!
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Thanks for visiting, Jacquie.
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Thank you Jacquie! So glad to hear you enjoyed the excerpt:)
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Good luck with the release, Denise! This is definitely on my TBR list 😀
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Thank you Julie! Can’t wait to hear your thoughts on it:)
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That’s great news, Julie. Thanks.
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Congratulations, Denise. I’m looking forward to reading The Button. I enjoyed your excerpt—and your random facts. The Hall Ghost would probably creep me out, LOL. And I loved your line about adding more shelves for your books. An excellent solution to a bookish problem! 🙂
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Thanks Mae:) I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on it. I’m surprised the hall ghost doesn’t scare me but she has a calm vibe that helps. I scare rather easily so I go with it’s a good thing…lol Yes, always more shelves over giving up my books!
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You both have me chuckling about the shelves. Not a bad idea at all!
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Thank you for having me on your blog Staci and your support! I love what you did with the post:) Much appreciated.
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My pleasure, Denise. Glad to have you here!
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I’m looking forward to reading this. Wishing you great success with your new book Denise!
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Thank you Lizzie:) I’m looking forward to hearing what you think!
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Glad you dropped by, Lizzie.
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Best of luck, Denise, with your latest book release! Great cover; everywhere you look there’s something new to see 🙂
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Thank you Harmony! I had fun taking the pictures and playing with bullets and wings.
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Thanks, Harmony.
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