Mae Clair’s SSS: I Want to See You Again

Posted on September 16, 2012 by Mae Clair

Six Sentence Sunday 9-16-12

Hey, it’s a September Six Sentence Sunday! Tell me that isn’t a mouthful 😀

I’m sharing from WEATHERING ROCK again, though I’m jumping ahead and winding down to the end of the first date between my hero, Caleb DeCardian, and heroine, Arianna Hart. They’ve had dinner, shared a kiss that became too intimate for Arianna, prompting her to announce she was leaving. She also mentioned seeing a ‘wolf-like animal’ on a previous visit to Weathering Rock (Caleb’s home). The revelation had a profound impact on Caleb (who in addition to being from 1863, is also a werewolf with a nasty lycanthrope rival).

I’m skipping over a section where Caleb tries to convince her she must have seen a dog. Though she doubts him, she has no rational explanation for what she saw, and thus drops the subject. Caleb walks her to her car and asks to see her again. Arianna remembers their kiss and how much she enjoyed it, but has reservations given his reluctance to talk about his background. The six picks up with Arianna’s POV:

~ooOOoo~

Could she afford to become involved with such a complex man? He’d volunteered little of himself and his background, dodging the subject whenever she’d asked anything remotely personal over dinner. When they reached her car, she thanked him, then moved to open the door.

He gripped the handle before she could touch it, holding it locked firmly in place.

“I’m serious, Arianna. I want to see you again.”

~ooOOoo~

Okay, gang, I feel like I’ve been sharing this story forever. In a few more weeks the whole thing will actually be available for purchase at last. Happy, happy, joy, joy! In the meantime, you can find all the yummy romantic and werewolfy-mysterious book details on the website of my publisher, Lyrical Press. It’s also available to add to your Goodreads list, should you like hunky conflicted heroes and heroines who simply can’t let matters be.

And did I mention extravagantly-jazzed-deliriously-giddy authors? Yeah. I’m one of those.

Be sure to check out all of the authors offering riveting reads today at the Six Sentence Sunday website.

45 thoughts on “Mae Clair’s SSS: I Want to See You Again”

Donna Cummings on September 16, 2012 at 8:24 AM said:

I’m excited that this will be out soon — I know you must be beyond thrilled. 🙂 This was a great snippet, and I can’t wait to read all of Caleb’s story at one time!

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 5:44 PM said:
  
  Thanks, Donna. Yep, I’m jazzed. I get goosebumps when I think how close the release is, LOL!
  
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L.j. Kentowski on September 16, 2012 at 10:08 AM said:

Another great look in on Weathering Rock! I love their relationship already! Can’t wait 🙂

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 5:47 PM said:
  
  Thanks, L.J. I’m thrilled to know you’re looking forward to release day!
  
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Jessi Gage on September 16, 2012 at 11:09 AM said:

He’s already infuriating. Good. Make her want him while driving her crazy:)

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 5:48 PM said:
  
  LOL! You’ve got it pegged, Jessi. Thanks so much for checking out my six. 🙂
  
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Karen Michelle Nutt on September 16, 2012 at 11:17 AM said:

I’m only guessing, but I believe Caleb will not let Arianna leave until she agrees to see him again. 🙂

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 5:49 PM said:
  
  I think you may be right about that, Karen. 🙂 Thanks so much for checking out my latest snippet!
  
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Sally on September 16, 2012 at 11:58 AM said:

With you all along the way Mae X

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 5:50 PM said:
  
  You always make me smile, Sally. You don’t know how pleased I am to have you with me on this ‘voyage.’ 🙂
  
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  - Sally on September 17, 2012 at 1:18 AM said:
    
    You are an inspiration to anyone who ever had a dream Mae 🙂
    
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Karen de Lange on September 16, 2012 at 12:03 PM said:

I’d be wary too, but I’m sure her curiosity will get the better of her!

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 5:51 PM said:
  
  Yep. Women are like cats. We have to get to the bottom of things, LOL! Thanks so much, Karen 🙂
  
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sarahballance on September 16, 2012 at 12:18 PM said:

I adore that kind of insistence in a man!

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 5:51 PM said:
  
  Me too, Sarah. Get’s me every time. Thanks so much for checking out my six!
  
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ChristineWarner on September 16, 2012 at 1:21 PM said:

Well done six…I love that last line…swoon-worthy!

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 5:52 PM said:
  
  The man knows what he wants. 😉 Thanks so much, Christine!
  
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Sue on September 16, 2012 at 1:52 PM said:

I have that issue also – no rational explanation for what she saw. Quite the challenge. Talk about stubborn! she is!

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 5:53 PM said:
  
  Yep, she’s stubborn and he’s driven and conflicted. I sense friction. And lots of romance, LOL. Thanks, Sue! 🙂
  
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Dana Mason on September 16, 2012 at 2:01 PM said:

I love the last line too…goosebumps.
I’m one of those extravagantly-jazzed-deliriously-giddy authors too, 18 days to my first release.
Thanks for sharing!

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 5:55 PM said:
  
  Oooh, 18 days, Dana. How exciting! If you’re like me you probably have to peel yourself from the ceiling, LOL. Thanks so much for checking out my six!
  
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veronicascott on September 16, 2012 at 3:13 PM said:

So glad to hear this will be available soon, six sentences at a time is killing me because I’m enjoying the story so much! Great excerpt yet again!

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 5:55 PM said:
  
  That makes me so happy to hear, Veronica. I’m so glad you’re enjoying the story and looking forward to the release. 🙂
  
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Alicia Coleman on September 16, 2012 at 4:01 PM said:

Great six this week, Mae!

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 5:56 PM said:
  
  Thanks, Alicia. So glad to see you here. Wishing you a Happy Sunday!
  
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Calisa Rhose on September 16, 2012 at 4:14 PM said:

Loved this 6, Mae. I’m very excited for your coming release!

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 5:57 PM said:
  
  Well, you’re just making my day, Calisa! 😉 Thanks so much! I’m so pleased to learn you’re looking forward to the release.
  
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Maryellen Brady on September 16, 2012 at 5:28 PM said:

So excited this will be available soon!!!

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 5:58 PM said:
  
  Awesome! Thanks, Maryellen. I’m so in love with your magical Starlight Cove, this makes me extremely happy! 😉
  
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Kate Warren on September 16, 2012 at 6:10 PM said:

You deserve to be excited. Go for it. Dance on the tables. Ok, maybe not dance on tables, but you get my meaning. 😉

I’d be hesitant about a guy like that too. We readers have the advantage over Arianna, we know he’s the good guy.

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 6:44 PM said:
  
  Thanks for the kudos to dance, Kate. I’m a dancing fool, LOL. And you’re right – – Arianna hasn’t realized yet what a great guy Caleb is. I have a feeling she’ll be gone on him soon 😉
  
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Sara Walter Ellwood on September 16, 2012 at 7:27 PM said:

Nice six… I wonder what she will do.

also w/a
Cera duBois

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 7:56 PM said:
  
  Thanks, Cera. Happy you stopped by!
  
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Ryan Derham on September 16, 2012 at 8:36 PM said:

How can she resist a man of mystery!? Great six, Mae! Congratulations on the release!

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- Mae Clair on September 16, 2012 at 8:41 PM said:
  
  Thanks, Ryan. I’m really looking forward to it! 🙂
  
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Kitt Crescendo on September 16, 2012 at 10:16 PM said:

Nothing wrong with playing a little hard to get, especially when she’s not yet sure what she’s getting herself into… Awesome job, as usual. 🙂

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- Mae Clair on September 17, 2012 at 1:39 PM said:
  
  Thanks, Kitt. And yeah, as a woman, she definitely needs to keep him on his toes. At least for awhile 😉
  
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Carrie Crain on September 16, 2012 at 11:00 PM said:

He’s very mysterious, and probably for good reason. I like his boldness. But, I sense she may be hesitant. Good six!

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- Mae Clair on September 17, 2012 at 1:40 PM said:
  
  Thanks, Carrie. He’s definitely carrying around a lot of mysterious baggage and doesn’t lack for boldness!
  
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sheridegrom - From the literary and legislative trenches. on September 17, 2012 at 1:36 PM said:

How much torture can I stand . . . come on Oct. 8 . . . And where do you find your awesome pictures?

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- Mae Clair on September 17, 2012 at 1:41 PM said:
  
  I love that you’re this excited about Weathering Rock’s release, Sheri *giddy Snoopy dance*
  
  For photos, I LOVE http://www.fotolia.com. Check it out, affordable stock photography!
  
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maccrowne on September 17, 2012 at 9:10 PM said:

Oh yeah. His line got me! Very nice six, Mae, can’t wait to read the whole story.

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- Mae Clair on September 17, 2012 at 9:47 PM said:
  
  Awesome! Thanks, Mac 🙂
  
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Teresa Cypher on September 18, 2012 at 12:02 AM said:

Nice snippet, Mae! I added it to my Goodreads “to read” list. Good luck with the launch! 🙂

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- Mae Clair on September 18, 2012 at 8:07 AM said:
  
  Thanks so much, Teresa! That is SOOOOO appreciated! 😀
  
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