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Wednesday, August 22, 2012

GIVEAWAY + Excerpt of WIDOW'S WEB {Elemental Assassin #6} by Jennifer Estep

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WIDOW’S WEB EXCERPT:

“So give me the rundown,” Owen said. “Exactly how did you get into that air duct?”

I recapped my wanderings through the parking garage, maintenance halls, stairwell, office, and air ducts.

“Overall, your security’s sound,” I said. “All we have to do is fix a few holes here and there, and no one will be able to get to you, me, or anyone else in here short of bringing down the whole building.”

His eyes were fixed on mine, but there was a blank look on his face, as though he were only listening to my words with half an ear. I know it wasn’t the most romantic talk, detailing how I’d just paintballed my lover, but this wasn’t the first time he’d spaced out on me in the last few days. Something was on Owen’s mind, and I didn’t know what it was. That worried me

more than I would have liked, especially since I’d given him plenty of openings to tell me what was bothering him—openings he hadn’t taken.

“Owen?”

Something flashed in his eyes then, something that almost looked like worry, but it was gone too quickly for me to pinpoint exactly what it was. He shook his head and focused on me once more.

“Sorry,” he said. “What were you saying?”

Owen shrugged out of his suit jacket, the muscles in his arms and chest bulging with the motion. Suddenly, I was interested in playing something else besides a war game. Something that would be far more entertaining and pleasurable—for both of us. Not to mention keep him firmly in the here and now with me. I didn’t like playing second fiddle any more than the next woman did, especially when I didn’t know exactly what was going on with my lover.

Owen started to loosen his tie, but I put the paintball gun down on the desk and strolled over to him. He stopped what he was doing, watching me, and I put an extra shimmy into my hips. Heat sparked in Owen’s gaze—heat that matched the warmth that was flaring up inside me “Let me,” I said.

Owen watched with dark, hooded eyes as I unknotted his tie and let it fall to the floor.

Then, I ran my hands across his chest, marveling at the warm muscles there, before reaching up and undoing the top two buttons of his shirt. I pushed the fabric aside, leaned forward, and pressed a soft kiss to the hollow of his throat. Owen’s arms snaked around me, pulling me close, and his fingers began pressing into my back, urging me even closer. I definitely had his full attention now.

“Why don’t I help you get out of that ruined suit?” I murmured. “In addition to killing people, this assassin also happens to be exceptionally good at cleanup.”

A sexy grin spread across Owen’s rugged face, softening the scar that slashed underneath his chin. “Really? That’s something I’d be very interested in seeing.”

I led Owen into the bathroom. The door didn’t even shut behind us before my lips were on his, and I forgot about everything but the pleasure we could give each other. There would be time enough to figure out what had Owen so concerned—later.

Much, much later.


BIO INFO:

Jennifer Estep is a New York Times bestselling author. Jennifer writes the Elemental Assassin urban fantasy series for Pocket Books. Widow’s Web, the seventh book, was released on Aug. 21. Visit www.jenniferestep.com for excerpts and more information about her books.


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31 Responses so far.

  1. I love love love love love LOVE this series! Did I mention I love it? Owen makes me swoon like no other! Though, if I tried to make a move on him, Gin would kill me. *grin*

  2. Brianna says:

    Aw! I love this series. Thanks for all the giveaway that you do.

  3. What a great excerpt!! I can't wait to get my hands on this book!

  4. sheryl says:

    Great scene from the book. Want to read asap!!!

  5. marybelle says:

    WIDOW'S WEB looks so amazing. Loved the excerpt thank you.

  6. NoraA says:

    I've read all the Gin Blanco books except the newest one... that one I intend to win from this blog site! I love Jen's writing and will follow any series she deigns to publish for our enjoyment.

  7. Audra says:

    I have every book in this series so far--- and i need this one for my birthday-- Gin and Owen heat up the Pages with their chemistry, I love it and want more of it
    audie(at)wickerness(dot)com

  8. Peaches says:

    I love Jennifer Esteps books! I can't wait to read this one. I haven't been able to read much since the birth of my 3rd this year, but hers are the books I try to stay on top of!

  9. I haven't read this series YET! It sounds absolutely amazing so I hope to start it very soon!

    Thanks so much!

  10. JenM says:

    I'm looking forward to reading this, although from what I've heard, I'm a bit worried about Gin and Owen's relationship. Still, I'm sure it will be another great read.

  11. Jeanne says:

    I can´t wait to read it! Owen, where are you?? :D

  12. May says:

    Love Jennifer's series.... Love Gin especially... I like that she's edgy and strong.

  13. OMG that was hot! Can't wait to read the rest. Thanks for the excerpt and giveaway!

  14. Ellie716 says:

    I just started this series and I am ADDICTED! Love love love and thanks for the giveaway!

  15. Cheesecake Thief -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

    Brianna -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the book.

    Dannielle -- Thanks! Glad you liked the excerpt.

    Sheryl -- Thanks! Glad you liked the excerpt.

    Marybelle -- Thanks! Glad you liked the excerpt.

    NoraA -- Thanks! I appreciate that.

    Audra -- Thanks! I appreciate all the nice words about my books.

    Peaches -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying my books.

    Texas Book Lover -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the series.

    JenM -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the book.

    Jeanne -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the book.

    May -- Thanks! I appreciate that.

    Whitewolfreads -- Thanks! Glad you liked the excerpt.

    Ellie716 -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

  16. Cherry says:

    Thank you for the chance to win! :)

    Cherry Mischievous

  17. sjziegler says:

    “So give me the rundown,” Owen said. “Exactly how did you get into that air duct?”

    Perfect beginning to an excerpt! Definately got my attention!

  18. Maris says:

    I really enjoy this series. Thanks for the giveaway offer

  19. Cherry -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the book.

    Sjziegler -- Thanks! Glad you liked the excerpt.

    Maris -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

  20. Linda says:

    Love the excerpt, =) can´t wait to read more!

    best wishes, Linda xo

  21. Stay_Cee says:

    I love the series so much!!!!!!

  22. I love the Elemental Assassin series and I'm really looking forward to reading more of Gin's adventures in Widow's Web.

  23. donnas says:

    Love this series. Looking forward to reading this one.

  24. Tore says:

    I really want to read this series. It sounds very good. Please enter me in contest. Tore923@aol.com

  25. Teril says:

    That was a fabulous review. I really love this series and cannot wait to read this latest.

  26. bn100 says:

    I enjoyed the excerpt. The book sounds good.

  27. Linda -- Thanks! Glad you liked the excerpt.

    Stay_Cee -- Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the series.

    Barbara -- Thanks! I appreciate that.

    Donnas -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the book.

    Tore -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the book.

    Teril -- Thanks! Hope you get a chance to check out the book.

    Bn100 -- Thanks! Glad you liked the excerpt.

  28. Victoria says:

    Wow - I really liked the excerpt! Thanks.

  29. Victoria -- Thanks! Glad you liked the excerpt.

  30. Erin W says:

    Very excited for the next Gin installment... though reading them always makes me want pulled pork...

  31. Merve says:

    It is great giveaway.
    Thank you for doing!

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