Since everyone has gathered with us,
let’s begin.
Q: What was your first impression of
Cameo when you met her?
Quade: Pure trouble wrapped in ribbons
and dresses. I knew even when she was six she would be the death of me and she
almost was. *A round of chuckles filled the space.* But, she was cute. Curious.
Always gave me the biggest smile whenever she saw me and truth be told, she
owned my heart from the moment she laid eyes on me.
Felicia: Her wit. *She looked to her
friend and gave a small smile.* I remember walking into the auditorium to grab
my dorm assignment and my freshman pack and there she stood giving some RA hell.
The guy had at least six inches on her and about seventy pounds, but she didn’t
care. By the time she walked away, she had her folder, key and a meal plan I’m
not even sure she signed up for. *Felicia laughed.* The next time I saw her she
was in class. We hit it off from there.
Cougar: My bar would never be the same
again. *He sat back in his chair slightly and extended his legs. Folding his
arms over his chest, he smirked.* I knew who she was the minute she stepped
inside with Felicia. All I kept thinking to myself was; does Drake know about
this? Do I have to worry about the Alpha trying to come in here and kick my
ass? But, this girl can take care of herself. Don’t let her girly looks deceive
you.
Cricket: *He gave a shy grin when he
looked at Cameo.* I had to get to know her. I knew she was Drake’s babygirl,
and I knew he would kick my ass if I touched her, but she is special, you know?
*He sat forward in his chair and looked to Quade.* You know it, don’t you? She
walks into the room and everyone stops to stare. It’s the craziest thing I’ve
ever seen. To be able to call her my friend is the shit. I’m honored.
Cameo: You guys suck. Here you are
talking about me and breaking down my tough girl rep. I should cut all of you.
But then the interview would be over.
*Cameo curls her lip and growls.* Hey I’m just the interviewer. You’re not
allowed to cut me.
Q: The bounty on your head Cameo, did you
think it was a quick way for Quade to get in your pants?
Cameo: No. He let me leave. I figured it
was Daddy’s way of bringing me home, because he didn’t like me being away from
him. But, when we were attacked in the bar… *She let out a slow, shaky breath.*
I knew it was real and we had to act fast.
Q: So you came up with being kidnapped by
Xavier and Quade?
Cameo: Yep. Quade hated it—
Quade: Still do. I should paddle your ass
later for even thinking of such a thing.
Cameo: *Rolls her eyes.* Anyway, I knew
it would work. I just hadn’t planned for everything else.
Q: Speaking of everything else, how are
you holding up after your father died?
Cameo: I have my good days and my bad
days.
Quade: And when she’s having a bad day
we’re all here for her.
Cougar: We’re family now. No way in hell
we’d let her suffer.
Cricket: Besides Mari, Cameo is like our
sister. We’re very protective of her. *He looked at me like the weight of the
world rested on his shoulders.* Drake was a rare man, let alone, shifter. He
did what he felt was right. Took care of his pack and instilled loyalty into
his pack mates. His death not only left a hole in his daughter’s life, but all
of ours too.
*A round of nods flowed around the circle
we sat in.*
Q: So what’s next?
Cougar: I guess that depends on Felicia.
Felicia: There is so much to sort out. So
many things I didn’t know about until now. Plus…I think someone is following
me.
Cougar: What?
Felicia: I’m sure it’s nothing.
Felicia: I’m sure it’s nothing.
Cricket: My ass, nothing. If we learned
anything with Cameo, you never can be too cautious.
Cameo: Why didn’t you tell me?
Felicia: *She shrugged.* You were busy. Besides,
I talked to my father who’s going to look into it as well. I’m more than sure
it’s nothing.
Cougar: I oughta whoop your ass—
Okay, okay, it’s time for a little this
or that, ready? *A grumble of yes’s filled the room.* Excellent.
Q: Chocolate or Vanilla?
Cameo: Chocolate
Quade: Vanilla
Cricket: Neither I want some cookie
dough.
Cougar: Vanilla
Felicia: Chocolate.
Q: Staying home or Going out?
Quade: Going out.
Cameo: Going out.
Felicia: I learned my lesson. Staying
home.
Cougar: Going out.
Cricket: Going out.
Q: Morning or Night?
Cameo: Both.
Quade: Both.
Cricket: Night.
Cougar: Night.
Felicia: Morning.
One more….
Q: Your mate or A random hook up?
Cameo: My mate.
Quade: My mate.
Cricket: Older, random hook up.
Cougar: My mate.
Felicia: *A sob fell from her lips as she
ran from the room. Cougar was hot on her tail.*
Well, that didn’t end like I thought it
would. Thank you all for doing this with me.
Cricket: You’re welcome, TL. How about
you let me take you for that ride I promised you and I’ll show you what being a
bear is about? *He winks at me and I giggled just a bit.*
I’m way too old for you Cricket.
Cricket: Then you’re perfect.
Blurb:
The daughter of the
Sentinels pack and MC Alpha, Cameo Cruz moved across country to escape her
pack—and the wolf she can never have. Making a new life, she embraced her
freedom and went to school. One partying night with her best friend shatters her
bubble of safety, and she’s forced to do the one thing she swore she never
would…ask for help.
Quade Rainwater lives
for his pack and the life the Sentinels Alpha gave him when he took him in.
He’d do anything for them, even cut himself off from the she-wolf he’s loved
for as long as he’s known her. When all hell breaks loose and someone puts a
bounty on his girl, Quade will cross the country to protect her. Unfortunately
for him, he’s the last person she wants to see.
All he has to do is keep
her safe from the bounty hunters, the locals, and himself….
Excerpt:
“Why? Why are you here?”
“Do you really think I
want to be here?” he asked. “Do you think I find it fun leaving my home to
drive clear across the fucking country to find you? Huh? I don’t want to be
here anymore than you want me here, but your fucking father—” He snarled and
began to pace. “He’s losing it where you’re concerned.”
“Well.” She gave a
humorless chuckle, turning away from him. “You can tell him I’m perfectly
fine.” She wouldn’t give her father or him the benefit of seeing her fear.
She’d take care of the other problem on her own.
“Little girl, don’t
start.” He laid his hands on her shoulders, and she shrugged them off. “Don’t
you know you have a bounty on your head?”
“What?” She whirled
around and stared up at him.
“The other night when
you called Hui, Xavier also found out about a bounty on your head.”
Indifference seemed to coat his unreadable expression and words. “There are
more coming. They’ll be here by tonight. We need to leave. If I can get you to
your dad—”
“No.”
“Cameo,” he snapped.
“This is not a fucking game.”
“You’re right. It’s not
a game. I will not forfeit my life for some bounty. I’m staying.” She wouldn’t
add he could stay and watch over her.
“Well, you’ve got two
choices, sweetheart. Come with me or wait to be picked up by the guys who are
out for your bounty.” He didn’t blink. He didn’t get angry, nothing.
“My answer is still no.”
Crossing her arms, she arched a brow, daring him to say something to the
contrary. She played with fire, knowing full well what might happen if she
pushed him too far. Quade was not a wolf used to hearing the word no. His
nostrils flared. His body tightened.
“Damn it, Cameo,” he
growled, while taking a step toward her. “Why are you being so damn obstinate?”
She blew him off and
pushed past him, crossing the room to her small fridge. “I’m sorry if I seem
obstinate to you, but this is my life we’re talking about.”
“Is this because I
wouldn’t give you the time of day?” Typical wolf. Always thinking with their
penis.
“Not hardly.”
“What in the hell do you
want from me?”
Want from him? She
didn’t want anything from him. She hadn’t even wanted to see him again.
In two strides, he
closed the distance between them and dipped his head. “Is this what you want?”
He nuzzled her neck and groaned. “Tell me,” he demanded. “Do you want me to
drop to my knees and beg for forgiveness? To tell you I’ve wanted you since the
moment you turned eighteen?” His lips were only inches from her ear. His warm
breath brushed against the shell, causing her to shiver. “You ran away from
me.”
“Ran away from you? I
left home so I could get an education and be someone better than a thug.” She
grimaced inwardly when he flinched and withdrew from her. Quade wasn’t a thug,
neither was her father.
“So, I’m a thug now?” He
shook his head while clenching his fists at his sides. “Are you saying when you
were on pack lands you thought so low of me…of your father and our friends?”
“Now you’re twisting my
words.”
“Am I? Didn’t you say
you left home so you didn’t become one, meaning we, the members of your pack,
are thugs?” He cocked a brow, daring her to say something else stupid. Insert foot in mouth, dummy.
“Look, I didn’t storm
into your home and pick a fight with you. So…so why don’t you leave?” Brilliant! Way to go you.
A dark sinful chuckle
passed his lips as he pulled her to him, engulfing her in his embrace. “You
never did know when to shut up.”
His lips slammed down on
hers in a brutal kiss. He tasted of danger and excitement. Of raw masculine
power. Cameo’s wolf preened, desperate to rub all over him and submit to his
dominance. He swiped his tongue across hers, and she became a puddle of goo.
“Would you like to know where my mark will go when I mate you?”
Author Bio:
TL Reeve, a mulit-published
author with Decadent Publishing, Cobblestone Press and Evernight Publishing,
was born out of a love of family and a bond that became unbreakable. Living in
the south, TL misses Los Angeles and will one day return to the beaches of
Southern California to ride the waves at Huntington Beach. When not writing
something hot and sexy, TL can be found curled up with a good book, or working
on homework with a cute little pixie.
