Can you tell readers a little bit about
yourself and what inspired to write in this particular genre?
I’m a mother of
three kids who I hope inherits the love of reading like I do, and considering
my daughters book shelf, I’d say it is looking good. I’ve loved reading from a
young age but rebelled in school due to the fact we had to read the classics
instead of goosebumps, which was my favorite. While falling behind in my
reading points, I would write my own paranormal stories and dream of a day when
all my friends could go to the library and get a copy of my book. Why
paranormal? I blame it on my Aunt Penny, who would stay up late at night with
me watching scary movies as far back as I can remember.
What inspired you to write this
book?
I started this
series after a long drive home. The only supernatural being I had never wrote
about was a fallen angel, and I so badly wanted to create a unique story that
included them. On that long drive, with plenty of time to ponder, I came up
with that story and am now writing the fourth book in the series.
Please tell us about your latest
release.
In Darkest
Reaches, fallen angel Kayson and vampire Sabrina’s story continues as they face
their fears and fight for freedom. Kayson has to travel to Iraja’s mansion,
another fallen angel who doesn’t do favors without some leverage, in hopes to
find a way to reach Sabrina in Hell. Sabrina has to fight against temptations
as she struggles to stay alive after Lucifer reveals his intent for her.
Do you have a special formula for
creating characters' names? Do you try to match a name with a certain meaning
to attributes of the character or do you search for names popular in certain
time periods or regions?
In this series,
both. The fallen angels all have their roles in the lower realm of Heaven. I
searched through names that meant whatever power that fallen angel held. With
the other characters, especially the older ones, I did a popular search for
their time era.
Is there a character that you
enjoyed writing more than any of the others?
In this series, I
like them all because they play off each other so well. But if I was to pick
one character it would be Sabrina. Not only is her past interesting, but she’s
willing to face against those who want to kill her to save those who were
created to be her enemies – the fallen angels – with a touch of snarkiness to
boot.
What is your favorite scene from the
book? Could you share a little bit of it, without spoilers of course?
Asher nods in
greeting but says nothing. That's because he can't. Thick black twine is sewn
into his skin, sealing his lips.
"Look at it
this way," Braylee says, optimistic. "He can't yell at us for
slacking."
What is the most interesting thing
you have physically done for book related research purposes?
Currently I am
working on a standalone novel called Deep in the Hollow that is based off a
local legend in my area. Instead of doing research on the internet, I
interviewed my great uncle and a few of his friends. I was so honored to get to
here there stories.
With the book being part of a
series, are there any character or story arcs, that readers jumping in somewhere
other than the first book, need to be aware of? Can these books be read as
stand alones?
The series cannot
be read as a stand-alone. Each book builds the overall story arc and new
characters are introduced, whose stories may be told in book 2 but when then
introduced in book 3 they have a small overview.
Do you ever suffer from writer’s
block? How do you deal with it?
I usually do not
suffer from writer’s block, but on occasion when I do, I read. No better way to
get the motors running again than to submerse yourself in a story.
Do you write in different genres?
No, but I am
considering writing a dystopian.
When did you consider yourself a
writer?
I’ve always
considered myself a writer, I’ve been writing from a very young age. But it
never took on the meaning it holds now to me until I published my first novel,
Uniquely Unwelcome. I owe all the thanks for that push to my husband who urged
me to take my writing to the next level.
What are your guilty pleasures in
life?
Reading, of
course.
Dr. Pepper.
Trail riding in my
Jeep.
What can readers expect next from
you?
Deep in the
Hollow, which will be released later this summer.
Here is a short
blurb:
A year ago Jo's
life changed forever, and everyone thinks what happened is her fault. But the
mystery that lurks behind this small town will reveal not only Jo's innocence,
but centuries of blood and despair.
Where can readers find you on the
web?
And to follow my
book blog:
Would you like to leave readers with
a little teaser or excerpt from the book?
Closing the
door and following the others through the narrow stairwell, I do my best to
shake the unease I have, and the taunting smile Katarina gave me before our
departure. What have I done? Gabriel is going to flip his halo when he finds
out.
Light fills
the dark tunnel as Stille opens the door to Iraja’s office, then lets out a
string of expletives. “Jesus Christ, could you guys not wait until you were
somewhere private?”
I emerge
from the passageway to find Gabriel and Rainn struggling to straighten
themselves.
“My brain is
forever scarred,” Stille complains.
I laugh and
clap my hand on his shoulder. “No worries, it was already damaged. I’m sure no
one will notice.” That earns me a jab to the ribs.
We turn our
back to Gabriel and Rainn as they straighten their clothes. We all snicker as
Rainn, embarrassed, mumbles under her breath. A slight pang of jealousy tears
through my chest, but I am quick to squash it. As much as I wish that was
Sabrina and I getting caught expressing our love for one another, I’m glad to
see Gabriel and Rainn get the chance to steal as many happy moments as they
can. Sabrina and my time will come.
When Gabriel
clears his throat, we all turn around. His hair is still disheveled, and
noticing our glances, he runs his hand through it. “How did it go?”
“Where’s
Saja?” Stille asks.
“She went to
check out the house and talk to the others, and maybe find some food.” Ah, good
ole Saja. She knows when romance is in the air and just how to help it
along.
“I’m going
to find her and see if she can help me locate some crystals.” Stille leaves
Iraja’s office, his face tight, and worry in his eyes. It’s hard to tell what’s
going through his head sometimes, but not when it comes to Saja. He has always
watched out for her, though never would he admit he had feelings for her. He’s
always been good about keeping himself at arm’s length from everyone.
“Well…”
Gabriel says, still waiting on an answer.
“She’ll do
it,” I answer and then rush the rest out. “After I perform a blood oath with
her.”
Gabriel
shakes his head. “You just can’t stay out of trouble, can you?”
“Guess not.”
“Another
problem,” Zalman adds, “When Katarina creates the opening, only six of us can
enter. With Falon.”
Did he have
to bring that up now?
We explain
everything to Rainn and Gabriel, who of course don’t like it, but agree with me
that it’s our only option.
“I’ll call
William to have him bring everyone to the perimeter for safety precautions.
Once we are through and come back, they may retaliate and follow. It’s best to
be prepared.”
Gabriel’s
right, better safe than sorry.
“We will
also have to wait for William and Noam,” he says.
“Why?” Rainn
snaps. Uh-oh. Here comes the lovers’ spat.
“I think,”
he starts slowly, “it’s best if you and Saja were to stay behind with the
others.”
We all
wince, knowing Rainn is going to be pissed. While I would feel the same way
about wanting to protect Sabrina from going to Hell, telling her that would
earn me a punch to the face I’m sure. I shake my head, waiting for the storm.
Gabriel should know better.
“Are you
saying you don’t think I can take care of myself?”
The pause
Gabriel takes before starting to answer is all it takes for Rainn to sum up his
answer. “Perfect. Do me a favor, will you Gabriel? Pluck a few feathers from
your ass and join reality.”
Darkest Reaches
Spiritual Discord Series
Book 3
Brandy Nacole
Genre: Urban Fantasy/Paranormal
Publisher: Ponahakeola Press
Date of Publication: April 30, 2015
ISBN: 9781329102743
ASIN: B00WUW0AUG
Number of pages: 236
Word Count: 84,000
Cover Artist: CCRBookDesigns
Book Description:
Kayson and the other fallen angels have risked their lives to keep Sabrina safe as she recovered from a Hell hound’s bite. Just when she began to improve, Hell was unleashed as the hounds attacked, and kidnapped Sabrina.
Now, only days after the fight between the fallen and the hounds, Kayson is determined to find Sabrina and bring her back from Hell. The only thing standing in his way is a dangerous fallen angel named Iraja.
Iraja has the means to find Sabrina, but he doesn’t do favors without a price.
Sabrina is now facing the nightmare she’s been running from since being turned into a vampire a century ago: her eternal condemnation to Hell. Knowing her only chance of survival may rest by playing nice and turning Hell hound Falon against Lucifer, Sabrina gives into the bitter darkness and now has to fight to remember the good soul she truly is.
But when she discovers the role her and the innocent human Emma are forced to play, will her fear get the better of her, and will she be lost forever?
In the third installment of the Spiritual Discord series, the will to survive is tested, worst fears become a reality, and for one, betrayal becomes the only option.
Gemini Brandy Nacole is a writer of urban fantasy books. She is the author of the Shadow World series and the Spiritual Discord series published by Ponahakeola Press. A reader from a young age, Brandy has always loved folklore and stories of beings that go bump in the night.
Brandy lives in Arkansas with her husband, three never stopping kids, two snooty cats, two very lazy bearded dragons, and one mellow turtle. She is a member of the Ozark Romance Authors in Springfield, Missouri. Whenever she’s not reading or writing, Brandy is spending her time outdoors wheeling, hiking, playing amateur photographer, and enjoying a good laugh.
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