Thanks for hosting me today, Delilah. Today I’m sharing a bit about the idea that started my story, Whirlwind. Several years ago I was living in San Antonio, and I saw a huge article in the newspaper on a national tattoo convention being held downtown in the Convention Center. I became intrigued by the idea of these artists who are normally situated in small shops, probably working with a specific clientele, all coming together in a large forum to display their artistic abilities. Like with other gatherings of professionals, there were instructional opportunities as well as chances to see lots of exquisite work. This was years before the television reality shows featuring such artists. About the same time, I’d visited a museum and saw photos of Native Americans with various tattoos. Those two components meshed and I had my heroine, Senna Whitefeather. Read further to learn a bit more about the erotic short story, Whirlwind.
Unveiling tattoos with a stranger has never been so dangerous…or so sexy.
Hosting her first booth at a national tattoo convention is nerve-racking enough for artist Senna Whitefeather. But then she runs into another Native American—one with a smoking hot and firm body—a man she soon realizes is following her. Appreciation for art takes on a new meaning when a challenge to unveil their tattoos escalates into a passionate encounter in the back of her booth. But will Senna’s brazen attitude of going after what she wants backfire?
Senna lifted the plastic badge, angled it toward the security guard then turned toward her designated booth. And bumped smack into a male—solid muscle from chest to knees—and she stumbled.
Firm hands grasped her upper arms and steadied her. “What’s your hurry?”
The deep voice rumbling near her ear resonated through her bones, kicking up her heart rate, and set her further off-balance. Both hands tangled with the supple cotton of his T-shirt and held tight. All she saw before her was a broad expanse of black cloth. “I’m sorry, I wasn’t looking—” She glanced up—straight into midnight black eyes that seemed to look deep into her soul. Her gaze clung for a long moment then she forced herself to blink.
The stranger smiled and the bronze-toned skin around his eyes crinkled. “Good thing I was, or we’d both have gone down.”
With a quick look, Senna registered the slash of his dark brows, high cheekbones, and long, black hair pulled back along his neck. Another Native American. Strong features balanced by an open smile. Why did she have the sudden urge to sway forward against his broad chest? A chest that appeared capable enough to harbor a woman tied in nervous knots over today’s exhibit.
Spirit of Life, she was late.
“Again, I’m sorry.” She stepped back, away from his broad hands and fought against acknowledging the immediate loss of warmth. No time for distractions, even tall, dark and sexy ones. “I’ve got to get to my booth.”
With a dip of his chin, he swept a hand in the direction she headed. “The right-of-way is yours.”
Senna hustled down the side aisle but couldn’t resist a quick backward glance over her shoulder. The tall stranger dressed all in black had disappeared into the crowd.
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BIO: On a dare from a close friend, Layla Chase challenged herself to explore the steamier side of romance and discovered all sorts of characters whose stories needed sharing. She writes contemporary and historical stories from her mountain home in California that she shares with long-time husband and two dogs.
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Layla, what a great teaser! I definity want to know more….
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Holy Hell Lady, you just put two of my favorite things together. Love Native American men and the beautiful art of tattooing. Thank you for that. Just bought the book. Can’t wait to delve in and wrap myself around a hot tattooed Native American man.
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Okay, you hooked me. Sounds great. 😀
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I got this book a while back and read in it in less than an hour.I really enjoyed the story and loved the fact that they were both Indian,she searching for her background and in the end he provides a way to help her. And of course I loved the erotica,it was steamy but in a classy way.My only regret is that I did not see any indication of a second book,so I wished that there was either a second book to see where their relationship went and if she found her past or that the book would have been a novella instead of a short story so we could have gotten that information.Otherwise I thought it was a great and quick read. zanarigrandma@gmail.com
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I just love the excerpt and it have me thinking of getting a tattoo.bibbiesparks@yahoo.com
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Awesome story, Layla. Very creative how you put Native American and tattoo together. Best of luck with sales!
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Looks like a steamy read…..which I love…thanks for the linc to amazon! 😉
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😯 This leaves you wanting more, lots more, looking forward to it.
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Love the excerpt, I’m looking forward to reading it.
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sounds like a great read, love the excerpt
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What a great blurb/excerpt – or should I say HOT, HOT, HOT!!! Sounds really good!! 8)
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Loved the excert! Thanks for sharing!
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This sounds great! Adding it to my wishlist!
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Can’t wait to read the story!
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OH I am hooked. Men and tattoos. Yep it is being added to my need to get list.
Thanks for sharing.
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