Will an old threat destroy the fragile alliance? BURN by @AuthorDeborahB #scifiromance #books
BURN
by Deborah A. Bailey
Hathor Legacy book two
On the planet, Hathor, an old threat re-emerges that may destroy the fragile alliance between the Guardians and Novacorp. When Nadira is called to investigate a rash of fires throughout the city, she discovers the Deshtu, another group with PSI powers who have been purposely kept in the shadows.
Working to uncover the source of the fires, Nadira learns the brutal truth about the origin of the Guardians. The Guardian Elders have plans to make Nadira more powerful, and she may be forced to sever her psychic connection to Jonathan Keel.
When an unexpected ally gives Jonathan information about the Deshtu that connects them to the fires, he becomes a convenient scapegoat for the opposing factions. Nadira puts her life on the line to solve the crime, while the Elders make their move to remove Jonathan from her life forever.
As time runs out, the Guardians prepare for a clash with Novacorp that could plunge the planet into chaos, and a final betrayal forces Nadira to risk everything to save herself and Hathor.
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Nadira tried to sit up, but her arms ached so much they couldn’t support her. Instead they wobbled and she was forced to drop back down against the pillows.
“Relax. You’re not going anywhere.” Jonathan propped himself up on his elbow and pulled the covers back over her.
She looked up into his grey eyes. What she saw there wasn’t what she was expecting. But it wasn’t just concern for her that had etched the dark circles under them, there was something else.
“You look tired,” she said, as she ran the tip of her finger along his face, following the line of his squared jaw. Stubble pricked and tickled her skin, encouraging her to continue her exploration. After being attacked in the warehouse, she’d shut down her awareness, just so she could block out her emotions. If she allowed herself to feel something now, she’d have to feel it all, and she wasn’t sure she was ready for that.
Jon captured her hand and pressed it to his lips. “I didn’t know how to find you. A security officer told me about the warehouse fire. When I got there, they told me to check the medi-evac. I heard you calling me.”
Had she? She couldn’t remember now. In fact a lot of the attack was hazy, without clear definition, like waking up and trying to remember a dream. “I couldn’t save them. I tried and I couldn’t.” Tears welled up in her eyes, blurring her vision and making her feel ashamed.
Emotions were to be controlled at all times. That’s how Zina had trained her, and that’s what she had always fallen back on. But now, it wasn’t working.
“Let it go,” Jonathan said. “It’s all right.”
“No.” She shifted and turned her back to him. “Stop. Just go. Come back in the morning.” She wasn’t ready yet. If she let it out now, she’d never be able to stop. Burying her face in the pillow, she moved as far as she could to the edge of the bed, hoping Jon would take the hint and leave her alone. But he didn’t. His arm went around her and pulled her close to him. Spooning himself against her back, he hugged her tight.
“Let it go,” he whispered, his breath hot against her ear. “I’m not going anywhere.”
“No, Jon!” Pulling wasn’t helping. His grip held her fast. “I don’t want to talk about it.”
“Don’t talk. Just let it go. All of it.”
A warm, wet kiss against her neck sent pings radiating through her. Trembling, she bit her lip, trying to hold back the emotion churning inside her. “I can’t. Not now. Later.”
“No. Now.” He moved his hand along her arm and intertwined his fingers with hers. “I’ve got you. Let it go.”
Heat from his body enveloped her, wrapping her in safety. But he couldn’t protect her from what she’d seen and experienced. That was her burden and she couldn’t be free of it. Spent, she finally gave up and relaxed against him.
Deborah A. Bailey’s Science Fiction & Paranormal Romance stories include suspense, a bit of mystery and a lot of romantic heat. In addition to her short stories and shapeshifter paranormals, she’s the author of the Science Fiction Romance novels, “Hathor Legacy: Outcast,” “Hathor Legacy: Burn,” and the upcoming, “Hathor Legacy: Revelations.” Visit her blog for writing tips, book spotlights, author interviews and updates. http://www.BrightStreetBooks.com.
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