Monday, March 25, 2013

Author Blog Post: Deadly Sting Excerpt and Giveaway by Jennifer Estep!


Red is definitely my color. Good thing, because in my line of work, I end up wearing it a lot. 
Most people shy away from blood, but for an assassin like me — Gin Blanco, aka the Spider — it’s just part of the job. Still, it would be nice to get a night off, especially when I’m attending the biggest gala event of the summer at Briartop, Ashland’s fanciest art museum. But it’s just not meant to be. For this exhibition of my late nemesis’ priceless possessions is not only the place to be seen, but the place to be robbed and taken hostage at gunpoint as well. No sooner did I get my champagne than a bunch of the unluckiest thieves ever burst into the museum and started looting the place. 
Unlucky why? Because I brought along a couple of knives in addition to my killer dress. Add these to my Ice and Stone magic, and nothing makes me happier than showing the bad guys why red really is my color.
DEADLY STING EXCERPT: 

I grabbed some tissues out of a box in the fitting room and spent the next ten minutes scrubbing the dwarf’s blood off my skin. After peering at my reflection in the mirror to make sure I’d gotten as much of it as I could, I put my clothes on, tucked my knives back into their appropriate slots, and tied my boots.

That electronic chime sounded again, telling me that someone new had come into the store. So I stepped out of the fitting room and went into the front of the Posh boutique.

Finn was once again standing in front of the jewelry case, but he’d been joined by Detective Bria Coolidge. Bria wore her usual black boots and dark jeans, along with a light blue button-up shirt. A silverstone primrose rune rested in the hollow of her throat, while her gold badge was clipped to her black leather belt, along with her gun.

Red and Blondie stood against the wall behind the case, arms crossed, eyes narrowed, glossy lips puckered with displeasure. They were none too happy about my sister’s arrival. Even in her cop clothes, Bria was quite lovely, with her shaggy blond hair, rosy skin, and vivid blue eyes. Not to mention the adoring way Finn looked at her. He might flirt with every woman who crossed his path, but Bria was the one who made his eyes soften and face brighten in that warm, special way. She was the one who had his heart, and Red and Blondie could see it just as easily as everyone else could.


BIO INFO:

Jennifer Estep is a New York Times bestselling author, prowling the streets of her imagination in search of her next fantasy idea. Deadly Sting, the eighth book in her Elemental Assassin urban fantasy series, will be released on March 26. For more information, visit www.jenniferestep.com or follow Jennifer on Facebook, Twitter, and Goodreads.


Can you see why I love this series so much??? My review will be up tomorrow which is this book's birthday! Oh and guess what? 


Jennifer is giving away one pb copy of Deadly Sting! Whee! It's US only and to enter just fill out the rafflecopter form below:
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48 comments:

  1. I haven't read anything by her yet. I would lovvvvveee to!

    Congratz on the new release!

    Mary

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  2. I have it on pre-order for audiobook! I can NOT wait!

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  3. I love her books, both her Ya and UF, but especially her Elemental Assassins series. It's because of her I now know how to spell assassins. :)

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  4. I LOVE THIS SERIES!! I think my review for it is scheduled for this week...maybe? Anyway, LOVE this book, love Gin, love this series!!

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  5. Mary -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out my books.

    Felicia -- Thanks! Hope you enjoy the audio book.

    Lisarenee -- Thanks! I appreciate all the nice words about my books.

    Mary -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

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  6. Recently fell in LOVE with series, now devouring as quickly as possible.

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  7. I love the cover! I am all about books where women get to kick some butt!

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  8. I don't know about rocking your world but I can say that your awesome! I want to read Deadly Sting simply to know what comes next for Gin and the gang.

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  9. I want to read all your books because they're sexy, exciting and well-written! Steph AT Fangswandsandfairydust Dot com

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  10. LOVE THIS SERIES AND JENNIFER ESTEP SO MUCH! That's all there really is for me to say I think:) Jennifer Estep and Gin fangirl, party of one.

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  11. I really loved this series a bunch!!! I cannot wait to dive back into the Elementals. It's so fascinating and Gin is such a badass!

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  12. These books are AmAzInG! I have read the Elemental series at least 5x all the way through, I'm dying for the new one!

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  13. Jessica -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series. There are free short stories on my website too if you haven't read those yet.

    Samantha -- Thanks! I like the cover a lot too.

    Whitewolfreads -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the book.

    Steph -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the book.

    Jenny -- Thanks! I appreciate that.

    Vivien -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

    Michele --Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

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  14. Love this series! Gin is awesome!! Have to drive to the next county to get the book at the library but Gin and crew are so worth it!

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  15. Petty -- Thanks! Glad you liked the excerpt.

    Michelle -- Thanks! I appreciate all the nice words about the books.

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  16. I love this series! I love that Gin is so protective of those she loves.

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  17. I just LOVE that Finn and Bria found each other They are so very different, and yet they're such an amazing couple. And I totally laughed @ Gin wiping dwarf blood off of her... she does that a lot, doesn't she?

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  18. This is an excerpt that makes me want to read MORE!

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  19. Am a huge fan of Jennifer's books and can't wait to read this one! Love Gin!

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  20. I adore the Elemental Assassin series and I'm always eager to get my hands on the newest book to find out what happens next for Gin and friends.

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  21. Of course I have to enter! I know I'm not this far in the series yet, but I plan on it. :) Thank you!!!

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  22. Can't wait to read this one - thanks for the chance to win!

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  23. Rebe -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

    Maja -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying Finn and Bria's characters.

    Blodeuedd -- Thanks! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment.

    Savannah -- Thanks! Glad you liked the excerpt.

    Alexia561 -- Thanks! I appreciate that.

    Barbara -- Thanks! Hope you enjoy this book too.

    Melissa -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the book.

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  24. Morning Star -- Thanks! Hope you enjoy the book.

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  25. LOVE this series. At first I wanted to see how Gin gets Owen back but according to the summary of the next book he is still not with her so besides that I can't wait for the book. And I hope Owen regrets his stupid choice.

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  26. Oh geez, I so need to read this series! I really enjoy her YA series (which I'm behind on too) so I know I like her writing!

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  27. Okay, yeah with an MC so sure of herself like that I can def. see why you like this series. I know Jenny loves this one too. I think this is another one of the adult series I need to start. I love her talking about her favorite color red!
    Soooo many books!!! So little time!!

    Heather

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  28. Gah..love the excerpt, i have book one and need to get my arse in gear and read these!

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  29. Yeah, another Spider book! I'm a little behind in the reading. I prefer to have two books in hand when reading a series so I need this one before I can read the prior one.

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    1. Oops, hit publish before I was done. Enjoy catching the exerts and hope to see more!

      Issa

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  30. Big fan of Gin and the Gang, although I still need to catch up! >.< Thanks for the giveaway!

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  31. Great excerpt! I have already been convinced that I need to start this series, and this just confirms it. Thanks for sharing!

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  32. I'm a big fan of the series. Not only do I like Gin, but the big supporting cast of secondary characters make this series especially rich.

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  33. Very intriguing mix of tech, magic, and thrill.

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  34. Jennifer, I will be honest I have not read any of your books but, I read several reviews and blurbs on them and will be purchasing them especially this series! I am in love with it! I would be totally thrilled to win a copy of any of your books! Thanks for the chance to discover your great books!

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  35. Giaochau -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

    Candace -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the series.

    Heather -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the series.

    Kimbacaffeinate -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the series.

    Anonymous -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

    Van -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

    Lauren -- Thanks! Glad you liked the excerpt.

    Anne -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

    Greg -- Thanks! Glad you liked the excerpt.

    Tammy -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out my books.

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  36. cause Gin rocks and I so love this series.

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  37. Jennifer E. has written eight books in the Gin Blanco series and I have NEVER been disappointed. This series rocks. There's only been a few exceptions of authors writng this many in series that keep it like its the first. Jennifer is the exception. ROCK on

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  38. Pamk -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

    Anonymous -- Thanks! I appreciate all the nice words about the series.

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  39. Love your books. Hope to see you at aadsav.

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  40. Hi girls! Sorry I missed this the other day. I cannot wait to start this series. I am so excited.

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  41. Hi Jen
    I love the whole series and would be thrilled to win this book and add it to my home library.

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  42. It's almost pay day, and my Kindle will soon know the joy of Gin again! (But that doesn't mean I don't want to win a signed PB to hoard on my shelf!)
    LOVE this series! :)

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  43. Aw, I love that scene with Finn and Bria. So fun to see Finn in love.

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  44. Heather -- Thanks! I appreciate that. Hope to see you there.

    Heidi -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the books.

    Nora -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

    Rissatoo -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

    JenM -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying Finn and Bria as a couple.

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