Sunday, 10 February 2013

Firsts Blog Hop


Hi everyone and welcome to the MFRW’s ‘Firsts Blog Hop’. This blog hop is celebrating, well... ‘firsts’. There is an old saying “That you always remember your first’, but I think in many ways this can apply to not only your love, but so many other things as well. It could mean nearly anything – from the first romance novel you read, or your first crush or even your first love.

So, I reflected on some of my ‘firsts’ and a hundred things ran through my mind... here’s just a few.

The first time I... saw Paris; fell in love; held my babies in my arms; said ‘yes’ to the right man; cooked a soufflé; rode a horse/ plane/ train/ elephant/ water buffalo; stayed in a castle; read historical fiction (thank you Ms. Seaton, I have had a crush on John of Gaunt ever since) or wrote a story.

Our lives are filled with ‘firsts’, some wonderful, others not so – but all uniquely ours.

And then of course there is the first kiss. They can be magical, exciting, unexpected or maybe even a little disappointing. There is the tingle of anticipation when you realise you are about to be kissed. And whether or not it ends up being the beginning of something special – you always remember it.

So what is one of your favourite ‘firsts’?

 

Top Hat modelled by Alannah
I’m giving away a pdf copy of my latest novella, Misrule’s Mistress. To be in the running please leave an answer & your email in the comment section at the very bottom of this post. I will select a winner on the 14th Feb using the top hat method (top hat pictured). Thank you so much for hopping by and I hope you discover some lovely new writers and great stories.

Nicóle  x


www.nicolehurley-moore.com

Lord Barric Cranley wants Lady Ellette for his wife but she has already refused once. He knows that Ellette loves him… it’s just she hasn’t realized it yet. With a little help, cunning and the Feast of Misrule, Barric plans to capture his bride and make it a Christmas she’ll never forget.

 

Ellette’s first kiss from Misrule’s Mistress.

 
“Is all well, Ellette?” Barric asked as he stepped into the room.

“Aye, tis nothing. The air of the hall was hot and noisy but my head is clear now,” Ellette said with a smile; but holding her breath she watched as Barric walked over to her. Gently his hands touched her face, his fingers moving in little circles over her temples. It was a kind gesture, one that was meant to soothe, but all Ellette could feel was a trail of fire. Her eyes widened as she raised her head and looked at him. Barric’s eyes warmed and he bent down and gently kissed her. His mouth was soft and warm and a thousand butterflies looped and fluttered in her stomach. His arms wound around her waist and pulled her closer. She could feel the hard planes of his chest as she pressed against him.  A slow, warmth began to burn and spread throughout Ellette’s body. The kiss deepened as Barric’s tongue slipped between her lips and Ellette was swept away by him... his scent and touch and the way it made her want to linger in  his arms.

She felt the pressure of his lips lessen and she kissed him back. Her arm reached behind his head in an attempt to stop him pulling away.

http://www.amazon.com/Misrules-Mistress-ebook/dp/B00AWJ22PU/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1360035186&sr=1-1

 

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23 comments:

  1. test10 February 2013 at 17:52

    Love the cover of your book!
    coleenkwan at gmail dot com

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    1. Nicole Hurley-Moore10 February 2013 at 17:59

      Thanks Coleen. I love all of yours, especially Short Soup & Real Men don't Break Hearts :D

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  2. Unknown11 February 2013 at 01:11

    Nicole - one of my favorite "firsts" was when I first dared to sit down and start writing fiction. It was scary, exciting and completely engrossing. My first story was not something I'd share anymore, but at the time, it felt so good to have created characters I loved. marlie at marliebridges dot com

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    1. Nicole Hurley-Moore11 February 2013 at 08:04

      Hi Marlie, thanks for stopping by. I always find when writing, the first page is always exciting. :)

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  3. celina k11 February 2013 at 03:35

    It is a great cover! I enjoyed the excerpt too.

    dreammie_angel at yahoo dot com

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  4. Nancy Famolari11 February 2013 at 05:14

    I love period romances. Sounds interesting.

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  5. Rue Allyn11 February 2013 at 05:43

    I always love the first time I read a really well written book. Kind of like going back to your old home town or former house. A book is never the same the second time around. Great post.

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    1. Nicole Hurley-Moore11 February 2013 at 08:09

      I hadn't thought of it like that - nice call Rue. Thanks for commenting :)

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  6. M. S. Spencer11 February 2013 at 08:49

    First time I tasted Russian beluga caviar--thinking "so that's why it's so expensive!" M. S. meredithATmeredithellsworthDOTcom

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  7. Unknown11 February 2013 at 09:08

    Just wanted to stop by and say great job everyone. You all have done MFRW so proud!

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  8. Tina Gayle11 February 2013 at 09:45

    Enjoying the blog hop so much fun to see different author sites.

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  9. Christine London11 February 2013 at 11:25

    My favorite first was first offer of contract to publish a book. If you are an author, you know what it means to have all the hours of writing and re writing, all the emotion and toil, rewarded with validation. I got my "call' via email. Never the less, I cried. Such tears of joy!

    Thanks for being a participant on this wonderful blog tour, Nicole :)

    Warm regards,
    Christine London

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    1. Nicole Hurley-Moore11 February 2013 at 11:38

      Hi Christine, and yes I understand. I think I had to read the email about a dozen times before it actually sunk in! Thanks for dropping by. :)

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  10. wanda f11 February 2013 at 15:54

    Having an awesome time on this hop.I love your book cover and excerpt .Have a wonderful week
    flanagan@mebtel.net

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    1. Nicole Hurley-Moore11 February 2013 at 15:59

      Thanks Wanda for dropping by. I love this cover, it's my favourite ;)

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  11. Shadow14 February 2013 at 08:00

    Love the cover! Its beautiful! And it sounds great! Thanks for sharing! And thanks for the awesome hop and giveaway!
    shadowluvs2read(at)gmail(dot)com

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  12. Sandy16 February 2013 at 04:28

    Lovely cover! Sorry to be late, but trying to catch up. Thanks for sharing.

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