“Romance...the Way You Dream It”
I live in the rolling hills of Norteast Texas with myfavorite alpha-male, my husband of 44 years. We have two children, fivegrandchildren, and two great granddaughters.
After retiring from my secular profession as a photographicand digital artist, I decided to start a second career. This time, my focus wasnot on making a living, but on following a dream. Always a voracious reader, Idecided to try writing the type of stories I loved to read. With the attitudethat "It's Never Too Late,” I made a five year plan to become published.Five years later, to the month, I realized my goal.
I love to write the character driven stories that speak tothe "Princess" in my heart and the "Warrior" in my soul.
When I’m having trouble with one of those stubborn alphamales or reluctant heroines, I like to take a break from my writing and playwith my fabric. I hate too much pre-plotting in writing and too much structurein sewing. I love to let the fabric’s mood, feel, color, smell, and the play oflight determine what I’ll make that day.
One thing is for sure. I AM NEVER BORED.
BOOK INFORMATION
Title: The OceanBetween
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press
ISBN: 1-60154-424-3
Available in: Print/eBook
Author’s Locality:Barron’s Book Store, Longview, Texas
Kudos for The OceanBetween:
First Place Winner in TheHeart of Denver’s 2006 “Molly” Contest.
Third Place Winner in TorontoCanada’s Golden Opportunity Contest
Reviews
“I cheered for thecouple and I cried for them. Such emotion is truly only wrought from a wizardwith words and storytelling.” Review posted at Mindy’s Minding Spot Blog
“This is a book thatwill remain on my shelf to be re-read!” Review posted at My Guilty Pleasures Blog
“I found myselflaughing, angry at times and even crying because the book is that good. I wasso engrossed in the story that I found myself thinking and wondering what wasgoing to happen next when I was not reading it.” Review posted at My Not So Hurried Life Blog.
<p><span style="color:rgb(15,17,17);font-family:'Amazon Ember', Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Richard II found himself under siege not once, but twice in his minority. Crowned king at age ten, he was only fourteen when the Peasants' Revolt terrorized London. But he proved himself every bit the Plantagenet successor, facing Wat Tyler and the rebels when all seemed lost. Alas, his triumph was short-lived, and for the next ten years he struggled to assert himself against his uncles and increasingly hostile nobles. Just like in the days of his great-grandfather Edward II, vengeful magnates strove to separate him from his friends and advisors, and even threatened to depose him if he refused to do their bidding. The Lords Appellant, as they came to be known, purged the royal household with the help of the Merciless Parliament. They murdered his closest allies, leaving the King alone and defenseless. He would never forget his humiliation at the hands of his subjects. Richard's inability to protect his adherents would haunt him for the rest of his life, and he vowed that next time, retribution would be his.</span><br /><span class="a-text-bold" style="color:rgb(15,17,17);font-family:'Amazon Ember', Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;">B.R.A.G. Medallion honoree!</span></p>
Have you ever scanned rows of books, never to find that special something that would spark your interest? Not that you haven't enjoyed zillions of books by many talented writers, but that one story that hovers at the edge of your imagination, just isn't to be found. That's when I decided to write the story myself. the one only I could write. I hope my readers enjoy the reading as much as I enjoyed the writing.
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Kudos for The Ocean Between:</strong></p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>First Place Winner</strong> in <em>The Heart of Denver’s 2006 “Molly” Contest.</em></p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Third Place Winner</strong> in <em>Toronto Canada’s Golden Opportunity Contest</em></p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Reviews</strong></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span></span>"A TRULY SPECTACULAR STORY IN A BREATHTAKING ROMANTIC ADVENTURE!", September 23, 2009 </p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing"></p><br /><table class="MsoNormalTable" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="padding:0in;" valign="top"> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">By </p> </td> <td style="padding:0in;"> <p class="MsoNoSpacing"><a></a><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/pdp/profile/A2SQJPUCZNHMZE/ref=cm_cr_rdp_pdp"><span>Geraldine Ahearn "Author Geri Ahearn"<span></span></span><span></span></a></p> </td> </tr><tr><td style="padding:0in;" valign="top"><br /></td> <td style="padding:0in;"><br /></td> </tr><tr><td style="padding:0in;" valign="top"><br /></td> <td style="padding:0in;"><br /></td> </tr></tbody></table><p class="MsoNoSpacing"></p><br /><p class="MsoNoSpacing">It has been noted for decades that in the world of romance and relationships, opposites attract, and statistics have shown that many still believe it. Unfortunately, this is a myth for Victoria Ballard, even though her prince charming is tall, dark and handsome. However, the reason why this is a myth in Victoria's situation is because she was forced to marry Prince Rashid Davar, through a marriage contract that was made between her father, and Rashid. Victoria's father, who was the light of her life, agreed on the contract to ensure his peace of mind, prior to his passing. He wanted his daughter to be in good hands. </p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing"></p><br /><p class="MsoNoSpacing">Although his intentions were loving and caring for his daughter's well-being, a forced marriage left Victoria in total devastation, especially when Rashid was the type of man she feared. To make matters worse, she had no intentions to engage in a relationship, or consider marriage. She worked hard, and devoted her life to climbing the ladder of success. She achieved, and her goals and dreams were to continue to improve her career as a New York financial executive. Her father, her career, and her independence meant everything to her, until her entire world fell apart. </p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing"></p><br /><p class="MsoNoSpacing">How does Victoria survive in a forced marriage, with a man she wants to run from, who is known to her as ruthless? Does Victoria and Rashid find love, or a dangerous affair? What tragedy happened in Victoria's life that she takes the blame for? What happened to Victoria's brother? How far does Victoria go with her resentment to Rashid? Why was Victoria determined to reach the top of her father's corporation? </p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing"></p><br /><p class="MsoNoSpacing">I highly recommend this novel to all Contemporary Romance lovers and to those who enjoy adventure, combined with drama. Lynda Coker created a plot that draws the reader's attention from page-to-page with vivid imagery in a powerfully moving story of love, betrayal, and redemption. The title fits the story like a glove, the characters come to life, and the adventure is filled with challenges as two cultures clash. "THE OCEAN BETWEEN" is as heartbreaking as NOW & FOREVER and contains as much shifting drama as Danielle Steel's KALIDOSCOPE, with Jaclyn Smith, and Perry King.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong><br /></strong></p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><em>“I cheered for the couple and I cried for them. Such emotion is truly only wrought from a wizard with words and storytelling.”<span> </span></em>Review<em> posted at Mindy’s Minding Spot Blog</em></p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><em>“This is a book that will remain on my shelf to be re-read!”</em> Review posted at <em>My Guilty Pleasures Blog</em></p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><em>“I found myself laughing, angry at times and even crying because the book is that good. I was so engrossed in the story that I found myself thinking and wondering what was going to happen next when I was not reading it.” </em>Review posted at<em> My Not So Hurried Life Blog.</em></p><p></p>