Books-n-Kisses is pleased to welcome Zoe Forward to the blog today to chat about her newest release Dawn of a Dark Knight.
Zoe, can you please share with us a little about yourself
(Zoe) Thank you for inviting me to visit! I’m a veterinarian with a passion for writing fiction and a special love for archaeology, especially anything Egyptian. Although my past has taken me on field expeditions into rain forests, I’ve never had a chance to visit a hot sandy country to see a working archeological dig site. It’s a goal. And I’m good at goals.
Have you always wanted to be an author?
(Zoe) Several years ago I realized I wanted to write fiction as well as read. The characters bumping around in my brain screamed to be free. Releasing them onto paper was an exhilarating experience.
Can you share with us your typical writing day. Is there anything you have to have while writing?
(Zoe) I’m thrilled to steal a few minutes in a busy day to pen some pages. Most plotting and brainstorming happens on my work commute or walking the dog. Most of my writing happens late at night. Bottom line is that I make it happen, but my writing days are anything but typical.
Most challenging or rewarding part of writing?
(Zoe) Finding time to write is my biggest challenge! I’m a veterinarian by day and a writer by night. Some people wear capes and save worlds at night. I have a laptop and create worlds…I’d say my way is a bit less life threatening, but equally heroic.
Can you please tell us about your latest book(s)?
(Zoe) In Dawn of a Dark Knight Dr. Kira Hardy jeopardizes her brilliant medical career to save Ashor Vlahos, Scimitar Magi commander, after a brutal daemon attack. Their attraction is instant and, for Ashor, forbidden. As an ancient nemesis resurfaces and targets Kira, they face a crucial decision—follow the gods’ rules or follow their hearts.
How did you come with the idea for this story?
(Zoe) The idea really just came to me all at once. I love the mystery of ancient Egypt, and created this small band of heroes trying to make it in a modern world while obeying rules set down by ancient gods.
Can you share with us your current work in progress?
(Zoe) I’m working hard on the sequel to DAWN OF A DARK KNIGHT, which is deliciously exciting. Let’s just say the whole cast is back, the newbies are screwing up (as usual), and there’s a new guy who was cursed long ago.
Who are some of your favorite authors?
(Zoe) I love to read, but I don’t get a lot of time to do so anymore. Sometimes, I’ll have time to pick up a new book, but if I’m awake with free time, I want to be writing. I love paranormal romance, but also action contemporary fiction. Some favorite authors that come to mind are Linda Howard, J.R. Ward, Heather Graham, and Sandra Brown.
Do you feel that any of your favorite authors have inspired your writing style?
(Zoe) Absolutely! I’m inspired by the complexity of story these authors create, and the beautiful characters.
What is in your To Read Pile that you are dying to start or upcoming release you can’t wait for?
(Zoe) Waiting for me are J.R. Ward’s Lover At Last and Rick Gualtieri’s The Mourning Woods.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
(Zoe) Thank you for the interview! Readers can visit me at http://www.zoeforward.com or email me at zoe@zoeforward.com.
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In the shadows of our world, a secret band of warriors fights to protect us. They are the last line of defense against an evil no human can stop.
An ancient nemesis has resurfaced. Duty demands that Ashor Vlahos, Scimitar Magi commander, recruit a magical healer to fortify the remaining eight magi. The gods’ choice is the woman who helped him escape torture a decade ago. Ashor couldn’t have imagined a better punishment for his vow-breaker homicidal incidents than for the gods to bind him irrevocably to the only woman in the universe he cannot have. The soul-searing desire she ignites in him is strictly forbidden.
Kira Hardy, M.D. is a brilliant, hardworking internal med resident with big secrets. But when Ashor asks for aid after a brutal daemon attack, she is sucked into his dangerous, secret world. Enslavement to the magi, no matter how hot they are, may be an unattractive life plan, but being targeted for death by their enemies is less tolerable.
She must trust the sexy, tormented Ashor to keep her safe while he must deny his ultimate desire and keep Kira at arm’s length lest he bring destruction down on them both. As a centuries-old evil catches up to them, they face a crucial decision—follow the gods’ rules or follow their hearts.
Excerpt:
“Watch out,” Kira shrieked as a four-door import pulled alongside the SUV. The driver targeted Ashor with a gun.
“Down,” Ashor commanded. He dodged the firing muzzle and grabbed Kira forward to avoid the bullet’s path. The bullet left clean holes in the side windows and a spiderweb of cracked glass.
“Persistent bastards,” Ashor grumbled as he jammed the SUV into gear and rammed the car next to them before peeling away. Just as they hit the road, Ashor’s new cell phone squealed in a high-pitched, synthetic, musical noise.
“You okay?” he asked, ignoring the phone. To clear his side view, Ashor thrust his elbow through the spiderweb of cracked safety glass. Glass cubes showered everywhere. “Shit.” He wiped his body free of debris.
“I’m fine,” she replied. She whiplashed into the seat as the SUV was rammed forward.
Ashor tapped the brakes. The cars crashed together again, slamming them forward and then forcefully back in their seats.
“Can’t you do a spell or something to protect this car or make his explode?” Kira asked.
“What? No.”
“Aren’t you a magus, which implies magician or sorcerer? You guys are supposed to do magic spells.”
“The spells were lost.” His phone rang again.
“Lost? What kind of moronic organization loses the spells!”
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