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She grabbed his hand before she thought what she had done, but she had grabbed his scarred side. He jerked away from her as if she’d burned him and fished in his pocket. He handed her ten dollars and turned his back. “Get whatever you want.”
Oh, poor Jake. Peyton’s heart burned for him. She had a sudden urge to put her arms around him and whisper in his ear that he was okay now. Afghanistan was behind him, and he was home where he belonged, home where no one cared if he had scars or not.
Congratulations on the new release Elaine.
ReplyDeleteIntriguing snippet today, look forward to reading more.
That's a wonderful trailer. Looks interesting.
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Peyton is having some serious feelings for Jake. Sounds intriguing. Can't wait to read more.
ReplyDeleteMy heart goes out to Jake in this.
ReplyDeleteAw, poor man. Tender moment well described.
ReplyDeleteShe understands and will help him with his burden. God, war leaves terrible scars on the body and mind. Your writing is wonderful, Elaine.
ReplyDeleteEven though its not in his point of view you can feelhis pain. Great snippet.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the new release!
ReplyDeleteTender snippet. Can't wait to find out more.
Oh, she believes that, but he doesn't. Great snippet, Elaine, and congratulations on your new release. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat snippet. I love his reactions to an innocent gesture.
ReplyDeleteI love a damaged hero -- or one who thinks he's more damaged than he is!
ReplyDeleteHeartbreaking, Elaine!
Poignant excerpt for us today. I'm glad she's so understanding...
ReplyDeleteJake really sounds like he has been through a lot and is still struggling. It is great he has someone to love and support him. Congrats on the release!
ReplyDeleteNicely-captured moment. Very revealing about both characters.
ReplyDeleteI have the feeling that she is going to have trouble to get through to him.
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