I have a new guest author this week – the wonderful Debra Holland! She’s here to talk about the first book in her series and share an excerpt!
But first, here’s a little more about historical and fantasy romance author Debra Holland…
Author Bio
New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Debra Holland is a three-time Romance Writers of America Golden Heart finalist and one time winner. She is the author of The Montana Sky Series, sweet, historical Western romances and The Gods’ Dream Trilogy, fantasy romance. In February, 2013, Amazon selected Starry Montana Sky as a top 50 Greaters Love Story pick.
Debra has written a nonfiction book, The Essential Guide to Grief and Grieving from Alpha Books (a subsidiary of Penguin). Sign up for her newsletter and receive a free ebooklet on her website, http://drdebraholland.com: 58 Tips for Getting What You Want From a Difficult Conversation
Links
My Website :Â http://drdebraholland.com/
Blogging At :Â http://drdebraholland.blogspot.ca/
Twitter:Â http://twitter.com/drdebraholland
Facebook:Â http://www.facebook.com/people/Debra-Holland/100000627753221
Goodreads:Â http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/916172.Debra_Holland
Author Info:Â http://www.amazon.com/Debra-Holland/e/B004XXKZH8
The book is Sower of Dreams, Book One in The Gods Dream Trilogy
Buy Link:Â http://amzn.com/B005FA30V6
Sower of Dreams
Debra Holland
A Fantasy Romance Endorsed by Andre Norton, The Grand Dame of Science Fiction and Fantasy. “Desert and sea both provide vivid backgrounds for action and real emotion in Sower of Dreams–outstanding and well-presented fantasy, which will keep the book in one’s hands, eyes on the page–a GOOD READ.”
“Debra Holland brings together a warrior princess in a desperate fight for her life and a modern-day hero who’s fleeing his murderous half-brother. Under two moons, they meet with passion, inner strength and a sixth sense that adds yet another dimension to their world.” Jacqueline Diamond
“Very well written and great fantasy romance book that kept me reading the entire book in one sitting…. I give this book 5 out of 5.” Geeky Girl Reviews
“I really, REALLY enjoyed this novel… This story is one for science fiction and fantasy lovers as well as romance lovers. The world is rich and the characters are deep and lovable. It’s a very refreshing read.” Paperbacks and Frosting Reviews
Overview of Sower of Dreams:
A kingdom invaded.
A warrior princess on the run for her life.
A hero from another world.
An evil god who wants their souls.
Can they join forces to defeat the evil one and win freedom for their people?
“Sower of Dreams is a richly colored tapestry of fantasy that bridges from our ordinary world into an amazing other world where love and duty collide. Her characters have warmth and depth that echoes the underlying philosophy of all Debra Holland’s books, whether fantasy or historical. Now I must have the sequel. Now!” Nadele Jacobs
“The author’s writing is so descriptive you feel like you can see the places in your mind…. I want to thank the author for turning a non fantasy reader into a fan. The book had mild violence, romance and some suspense. It was exciting from beginning to end. I can’t wait to read the others.” Linda Tonis, Paranormal Romance Guild Reviewer
“I just finished this book in one day and I enjoyed it immensely. It wasn’t complicated to follow as some sci-fi books tend to be, and I was fully immersed in this new world. The characters are compelling as well as their trials. I’m starting book 2 now and all I can say is I hope Debra has book three ready by tomorrow.” Donna Renteria
Excerpt
Dream threads wrapped around Daria, tugging her away from Seagem to an unfamiliar place.
She stood on a hilly desert, gritty beige sand under her bare feet. Overhead, a yellow sun blazed in an arching azure sky.
The starkness of the color dried the air from her lungs, making her lightheaded.
Daria fought the dizziness. Where is this place? What am I doing here?
She’d curbed herself of dream walking without the presence of Yadarius, ever since Indaran’s death. Somehow, her blocks must have slipped.
Trepidation, like cold fingers, clutched her stomach, chilling her in spite of the blistering heat.
She shaded her eyes with one hand, staring at the vast blueness. She wasn’t in Seagem anymore; she doubted a sky of such a hue existed anywhere on her world. Was this Yadarius’ doing? Had He sent her somewhere? For what purpose?
Turning in a small circle, she scanned her surroundings, searching for signs of the SeaGod’s presence.
Nothing. Not even a hint of brine in the parched air.
She took deep breaths, striving for calm. To break her paralysis, she forced herself to take a step. The hot sand slithered under her feet. At least being in a dream protected the soles of her feet from burning.
The act of moving freed her from the bonds of her childhood fears. I’m a woman grown. A warrior. This is an entirely different dream walk than my last meeting with Indaran. She tried to believe her words.
Trudging to the top of the hill, Daria looked around. Sand dunes ringed this barren, rocky outcropping, scarce of vegetation. A sense of purpose unfurled tendrils of knowingness. There must be a reason for her being here, and she needed to find out what.
Her ears caught a rhythmic sound, and then the scrape of a shod hoof on a stone.
More curious than apprehensive, she waited.
A rider on an ebony stallion, leading a pack mare, appeared between two ridges, The man wore a loose, light-colored garment over trews, and a head-covering that looked like a cap with a long cloth shielding the back of his neck. She noted the bow hooked close to his hand on the saddle and the fletches of what must be a quiver of arrows on his back. No sword, though.
He turned his head. A strong face, unlike any she’d ever seen. Hawk-like features. Dark skin. Penetrating brown eyes.
His gaze shot to hers, like an arrow through her heart.Daria felt the impact and stumbled back, her hand flying to cover her chest. Beneath her palm, her heartbeat stuttered, then quickened, like a horse kicked into a canter. Warmth spread under her fingers, racing throughout her body. Her knees weakened.
The man reined in his stallion, watching her, his eyes narrowed. Slowly, he extended his hand to her, palm up, a clear invitation to come to him.
She reached out her hand.
A chain of connection forged across the distance between them.
Then she saw darkness stain the horizon behind him. A clear warning of danger swept through her othersense. She lowered her hand and backed away.
Then the dream threads unraveled. Daria slept on, dreamless.
Buy Link: http://amzn.com/B005FA30V6
