SINFUL SURRENDER has been officially released!!! Finally!

I’m as busy as I can possibly be. There are book stores to visit and sites to guest blog on. So today I’m going to make this post short and all about Missy and James. It will be like Excerpt Thursday has moved to Tuesday. What do readers have in store for them when they pick up SINFUL SURRENDER? Take a peek. 😉

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In the dimly lit study, where the soft hiss of a fire dying played its own tune, James placed her solidly in front of him. “One kiss, you said. Well, one kiss is what you’ll get if it will end this.”

She stared at him with big round eyes. After a moment, a nervous half smile tipped the edges of her lush mouth.

Oh God, her mouth. Oh hell, her mouth.

What he intended was sheer madness. He knew in that moment he should halt this silly game of hers. But it was either this or commit unspeakable acts with her out on the dance floor. He could almost hear the report of the pistol when Armstrong buried a bullet in his chest. At this point, he would do anything to end her flirtation. Her infatuation. The bloody chase. In this instance, the ends did indeed justify the means.

One kiss.

Surely he had enough willpower to remain impassive and unmoved for the duration of one bloody kiss? Good Lord, no matter what other appeal she possessed, Missy was a virgin. He preferred his women with much more expertise in the sexual arena.

But what she’d lacked in experience she’d made up in passion. He dismissed the provoking voice playing tantalizing games with his mind.

“Well?” Now it was his turn to challenge her.

“Are you not going to kiss me?” She shifted on her feet, looking younger and more uncertain than her years.

“This kiss was not my idea. You’re the one who won’t stop until we dispel the mystery of whatever you think is between us. Go ahead, dispel away.”

They stared at each other for several more seconds before Missy stepped forward and leaned until the silk corsage of her gown met the wool and satin of his jacket. James tried to ignore the shock of desire that pierced him and had him again rethinking his stratagem.

Tipping her head back, she placed her hands upon his shoulders, and when her eyes fluttered close, touched her lips to his. He remained still, afraid to move a single muscle—at least of those he could control.  She pressed her lips more firmly against his closed mouth, her breasts flush against his chest. A jolt of lust coursed down to his loins.

Enough!  He couldn’t draw a decent sanity-giving breath.

He lifted his hands to remove hers. There, she’d received her kiss. Now, if God above took pity on him, she’d leave him in peace. But before he could remove the hands from his shoulders, her arms wound tightly about his neck, forcing his head lower.

That was when she began the true assault.

I’d say James was in some serious trouble, wouldn’t you? LOL.

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So on the last day of the countdown to SINFUL SURRENDER’s release, I’m giving away a copy AND a $25 Amazon Gift Certificate. Comment for a chance to win. I will be announcing the winners for ALL of the prizes tomorrow morning.

And if you’d like to double your chances of winning a copy of SINFUL SURRENDER, I’ll be blogging over at Vauxhall Vixens where I’ll be chatting about the enduring lure of the ‘in love with my brother’s bestfriend’ plotline and giving away 2 copies of my book.

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  1. CONGRATULATIONS, Beverly!!!!!! It must feel great to have your book on the shelves.
    You chose a good excerpt. Tantalizing and it makes you wonder just what is going on with the characters. James certainly seems to be in trouble.

    Best of luck with your book’s release.

  2. Hi, Bev! Happy New Year, and I wish you the best of luck with Sinful Surrender. Were we supposed to leave a comment here for the giveaway, or at the other blog? Either way, I’m happy for you. :O)

    Aurora

  3. I followered your interview to Vauxhall Vixens….great job. Can’t wait to read Sinful Surrender!!!

    Congrats, Mitzi.

  6. Happy release day Beverly !! Must be thrilling to have your hard work now in store for everyone to read. Congrats again. I can’t wait to read Sinful Surrender 😉

  7. YEA ITS HERE!!!!! Congrats on a release day. How do you plan to celebrate your release day????

  8. Congrats on the release Beverley have lots of fun I can’t wait to read James and Missy’s story and get to know them YAY

    Have Fun
    Helen

  9. Huge congratulations, Beverley! What a thrill to know your book’s out on shelves everywhere now! Hope you’ll have a chance to enjoy that, and may this be just one of many exciting release days for you! Take a moment to commemorate the occasion for yourself!

  10. WHOOOOOOHOOOOOOOO! The day has finally arrived! You can bet I’m tracking my Amazon order every minute of every day, especially after that excerpt. I can’t wait to read it! And I can’t wait to have a copy of my friend’s book in my hands! I’m so, so, so, so excited for you! 🙂

  14. Many congratulations, Bev! What a wonderful, glorious day! The excerpt was fabulous, and I’m wishing you so much success! Enjoy every single second of this whirlwind, exciting ride!

  15. Whoo-Hoo!!! Congratulations!!! James is indeed in big trouble, and we are all in store for a big treat of a great read : )

  17. Oh my. That excerpt leaves me with one thought, “Rowr!” I love your hero’s voice and look forward to reading the whole book when I get my hands on it. Thanks for sharing and good luck!

  19. Wonderful interview today, I’m looking forward to reading this book I love this time period it’s set in.
    Thanks for being here today.
    Penney

  21. Congratulations! The excerpt was great and I think James’ troubles are just beginning.

  24. OMG! What a great excerpt! I just love first kiss scenes…especially when in the hero’s pov. I don’t know what it is, but I sure like to read how tortured the hero is during this time. ROFL! I’m bad, I know. Soooo…now I REALLY want this story. Dang, I’m itching to read it. I haven’t picked up a new author for so long, and I can’t believe how excited I am to read your book, Beverly!!

    ~Phyllis~

  25. Congratulations Beverly!! I purchased my Kindle copy Sunday night. I can’t wait to read it. Now that the kids are finally back in school, all the relatives have gone home, and the husband is back to work I should have plenty of time to start reading again!!!

  27. Release day is finally here! Congratulations! And the more I read of this book, the more I KNOW I have to have it!

  28. Yay, release day!!! *doing funky chicken dance* I just loved that excerpt. James is in lots of trouble!!

  29. Congratulations Beverley, your releases day is finally here! I love the new excerpt you posted. The more I read of “Sinful Surrender” the more I want to read it. I’m so glad the day is finall here!

  31. Hi librarypat!! You’re giving me much love. Thank you! And I am quite partial to this excerpt. I really feel for my poor James. Life is very HARD for him.

    Hi Aurora. Thanks! You can leave comments on both if you want to enter both giveaways. 🙂

    Thanks Mitzi! I hope you enjoy my brooding hero. 😉

    Hi Lori, thanks for dropping by! Hope you enjoy SS.

    Hi Jane, thanks so much!

    Hi Emmanuelle, thanks so much. You must tell me what you think of it. I need a French perspective. 😉

    Dorthy, thanks for all the love!!

    Hi Helen, thanks so much. I also need an Aussie perspective. 😉

  32. Hi Fedora, thanks! I’m trying to enjoy the day but there’s soooo much to do. LOL

    LOL. Thanks so much Brynna. You’re enthusiasm is contagious. I’ll be hooting like this for you too. xxoo

    Thanks Susan and Bonnie. And Bonnie, thanks so much for the post today. You’re very sweet. 🙂

    Thanks Melissa! I hope you enjoy Missy and James’s ride. 🙂

    Hi Kat!!! It’s a very good day. LOL. And it will only ever happen once so I’m trying to soak it all in. 🙂

    Hi Ginger, thanks for all the blog love!!

    jcp thanks! I hope readers will give SS a try. 😉

    Hi Tegan. Thanks! I’m quite partial to James. That said, I’m quite partial to ALL my heroes. 🙂

    Hi Trish, thanks so much! I hope you win one too.

    Hi Penney, thank YOU for stopping by. I love the Victorian-era. It’s by far my favourite.

    Hi Angelique, thanks so much. Hope you enjoy SS.

  33. hehehe Maureen, James is in some SERIOUS trouble. I don’t know why he doesn’t give up now. LOL.

    Hi Jane L, thanks so much!!

    Hi Jamie, thanks so much! I hope you enjoy. 🙂

    Hi Phyllis, thanks!! And you know my poor James is terribly tortured. The man can’t catch a break anywhere. LOL.

    Aaaawww Heather, thanks so much. I hope you have time to read it now. 🙂

    Thanks Margay!

    Hi Karen! So my secret mission to suck you into my book is working. *evil laugh* Then my job is done. LOL

    Hi Armenia, you’ve got to send footage of you doing the funky chicken dance. 🙂

    Hi Amber E., you’re like Karen, I’m sucking you in. LOL. Thanks for stopping by.

  35. This is fantastic news!!!!Congrats, I have put this on my TBR pile. It definitely looks like a fantastic read.

  38. Hurray, hurray, hurray! James IS in trouble, but, ooh, delicious trouble, I’m sure… (wickedly grinning).

  47. Hi Beverley, I just read the lovely excerpt you have available for download on your website and am thoroughly taken with this story. My favorite kind of romance…

  48. The day has finally arrived! I am so excited for you, Beverley, and wish you the very best with Sinful Surrender. James did sound like he was in some serious trouble. I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy of your book and read more!!

  51. Congrats on your new release! I hope your are doing the Happy Dance right now because I would be. What a great prize! I can’t wait to get my hands on this book!

  52. Congrats on your release date! The book sounds fabulous. I’m a sucker for ‘falling in love with best friend’s sister’ type of stories. I’m putting your book on my “must-get” list! 🙂

  54. Congratulations Beverley!!!! I found your books and gave them the honor that they deserve, and placed them up front in our store. Also….bought a copy for myself, of course!

  55. Congratulations on the release of Sinful Surrender! It sounds like a fantastic story, and I’m sure it will be flying off the shelves.

  57. LOL. Deb, he is in serious trouble.;)

    Hi Cheryl, glad you’re hooked. That’s what I want. LOL.

    Thanks joder! I like the anticipation and sexual tension to grow. 🙂

    Thanks CrystalGB, Susan, Aemelia and Meridan!!! I hoping to sell lots of books too, Meridan. 😉

    Thanks Estella and Anne!

    Hi Cathy, I’m so happy you checked out the downloadable excerpt. 🙂

    Hi Lisa. Yes, James is in trouble and will be in more trouble throughout the book. I hope you enjoy!!

    Hi Joye, thanks so much. I hope you enjoy James and Missy’s story!

    Thanks Tracey. Celebration tonight is getting my son to bed on time. 😀

  58. Woo-hoo! Huge congrats on your very first release! Sinful Surrender sounds awesome, and I can’t wait to read it (it’s on my tbr list).

    Best of Luck!

    ~Carol

  59. Hi Quiltlady. I actually did the big Happy Dance when I found SS on Walmart’s bookshelves almost 2 wks ago. I don’t anything could replicate that experience. 😀 Thanks!! I hope you enjoy.

    Hi Cynthia, I think there are a bunch of us out there completely suckered by that plotline. 😉 I hope you enjoy it!

    Hi elaing8! Thanks so much.

    Aaaawwww Mary, you are so good to me. 🙂 Thanks so much dear. ((hugs))

    Hi Barbara, from your lips to God’s ear. 🙂 Thanks so much!!

    Thanks Amber!!! You’re hearing positive buzz??? SQUEEEEEEE that makes my heart jump up in excitement. LOL.

  61. Congratulations, Bev, on the release of Sinful Surrender. How exciting for you!! I’ve been catching up on emails and saw your post on The Season Forum that you were here today. Don’t know if I’m too late, but wanted to pop in anyway.

    I read your previous post on this site and was so impressed. Your candid, up-front attitude is refreshing in bringing up the subject of race, and I really admire that. But it’s so true. Write what you know. I grew up watching The Cosby’s, The Jeffersons, and Good Times, and thought nothing different about them, just like when I watched Happy Days, Andy Griffith, or Lavergne and Shirley. People are people. To me, they were all just good family shows. I can’t say who wrote the shows because I don’t know. But isn’t that the sign of a good storyteller? —that you have a story with no author intrusiveness or PC narrative? JMO

    Being raised a Ragin’ Cajun in South Louisiana, race never seemed to be a factor. Nationality either for that matter, as I’ve been friends with Vietnamese, Spanish, and Arabs. Funny thing is, when I met my DH, a Connecticut native, I went up there to ‘meet the folks,’ and people there (especially his college English professor) were stunned that I “sounded intelligent.” Good thing I have a sense of humor!

    So yes, I do agree, write what you know—and what you know will sell.

    Thank you for your previous post and for this excerpt, which sounds sinfully delicious 🙂
    Oh, and in answer to the previous post’s question, I’ve read books by Dahlia Rose and Lynn Emery, the latter who is from my area in Baton Rouge.
    Julie

  66. Congratulations, Beverley! Any chance we will see a video of the Happy Dance?? Dance away, sweetie, you deserve it! I have pimped your book out to everyone I know. And that excerpt is priceless. He is in SO MUCH TROUBLE!! I love it!! I am really looking forward to reading Sinful Surrender!! And hey, what’s next for you? I want to see multiple Beverley Kendall books on my keeper shelf! Are you going to be at RWA in Nashville?

  67. Wow, congrats, how exciting!! It sounds like a really good read too!! I would love to win this book!! Thanks, Sue

  68. Yeah, congrats! 🙂 I hope to pick it up really soon, but in the meantime, would love to be put in the hat for the amazon.com gc! 🙂 Keep warm! 🙂

    Lois

  71. Congrats Beverley! Sinful Surrender has been on my wishlist, and after reading that excerpt I dying even more to read it. James is definitely in some serious trouble…the good kind of course 🙂

  75. Congrats Bev….Can’t wait to get my hands on your books!!! I know it going to be awesome!!!

    And Thank You for The Contest/Giveaway!!!

  76. Congratulations on your release, and thanks for all the chances to win!

    After reading that excerpt, I think I’ll have to quote James: “Oh hell…”

  77. Hi Julie, thanks for stopping by and answering my question. ‘Ragin’ Cajun’ I’d never hear that term before. hehehe

    Mariska, Kelly, Tara and Kim, thanks so much!!

    Hi Louisa! (waves madly), I sure will be there in TN. I’m hoping I have good reason to be too. 😉 I want to publish as many books as publisher will print, so I’d love to keep your bookshelf packed. Next is The Gauntlet (title will change) and that’s Thomas and Amelia’s story. It’s due out Jan 2011. But I’ll be putting out a novella (maybe two) in between that long wait. LOL

    Hi Sue (QLady48), Lois M, Debra G and Marjana, thanks so much for stopping by and the well wishes. I really hope you enjoy SS.

    Booklover1335 if I can do anything else to make you want to read SS, let me know. 😉

    Hi Jen! I want EVERYONE reading historicals!! hehehe

    Hey Josh, no mention of the fiancee today. Hope you guys aren’t fighting. 😉

    Hi Anthea!!! Thanks so much. From your lips….

    Hi Mitzi!! I hope you enjoy it!

    Hi Julie, hehehehe, love it!

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