Announcing a new action packed middle
grade fantasy series from debut author, Dorine White. (shameless plug :)
For my
readers- an excerpt not found in the published book!
Egypt- 30 BC
The velvet pouch hurtled across
the room. Its cords whipped behind
it and tangled in the servant's outstretched hands.
Cleopatra's tense voice rent the atmosphere. "Hurry,
there's not much time." The horrified servant looked down at the lumpy
sack resting in his palms. The queen continued, "I'm placing all my trust
in you. Don't let it fall into Roman hands."
The servant's legs trembled. He knew his own life was worth
nothing compared to the precious objects imparted to him.
"I will not fail you." The words fell from his lips in
reverence. "Your legacy will be safe."
The queen paced the floor in determined strides. Her short black
hair bobbed against a tan face. Her eyes met his. "On your life, see that
it is! I'll not allow Egypt conquered so easily."
He stuffed the precious bag into his linen tunic and left the
royal bed chamber. Halfway down the hallway he abruptly stopped mid stride and
quickly ducked down a narrow side passage. His timing was perfect as he avoided
two Roman Centurions lurking in the torch lit corridor, but he collided with
one of the queen's maid servants. The wicker basket she held awkwardly in her
arms wobbled and an angry hiss emanated from within its dark confines. The maid
cast him a nasty look before hurrying on to the queen. He knew the queen's plan
was now in motion and rushed to leave the building before the chaos began.
Just as his bare feet touched
the hot desert sand the sound of running soldiers filled his ears. The deadly
asp had done its job. He paused to catch his breath, pressing his back against
the palace walls. The last
ruler of Egypt felled by a snake. His head shook in
frustration, and then he hurried on to find the royal historian and give him
the first piece of the royal treasure.
The Story of The Emerald Ring begins May 14, 2013 at a bookstore
near you!
In the Seattle area? Come to the Book Launch Party at Third Place Books in Lake Forest Park, WA. Wednesday, May 22nd 7-8 pm. Click HERE for more info.
Thanks for sharing! Wish I lived closer to Seattle. :) Wishing you much success. I look forward to reading this one!
ReplyDelete~Jess
Thank you Jess. I'm so excited to have it hit stores.
DeleteYay! I'll try and make it (coming from West Seattle, it depends on traffic and weather)- and congrats! That's exciting. :D
ReplyDeleteAwesome Beth. I hope you can make it.
DeleteI can't believe its finally time!
ReplyDeleteFinally being the truest word :)
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