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Tuesday, May 29, 2018

Double Audio Book Tour: Love for Sale by Linda Nightingale AND Morgan D'Arcy: A Vampyre Rhapsody by Linda Nightingale - Book Tour - Book Trailers - Audiobook Clips - Guest Post - Giveaway - Enter Daily!


Hello lovelies!  It gives me great pleasure today to host Linda Nightingale and her new audio books, “Love for Sale” and "A Vampyre Rhapsody"!  For other stops on her Goddess Fish Promotions Audio Book Tour, please click on the banner above or any of the images in this post.

Be sure to make it to the end of this post to enter to win a $25 Amazon or Barnes and Noble Gift Card!!  Also, come back daily to interact with Linda and to increase your chances of winning!

Thanks for stopping by!  Wishing you lots of luck in this fabulous giveaway!


Love for Sale
by Linda Nightingale

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GENRE: Sci-Fi Romance Audio Books

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March Morgan still believes in true love, but her faith in finding her soul mate is slowly vanishing. She’s been married but never in love. So, it is a miracle to find that fantasy exists on the last page of a glossy women’s journal. Mayfair Electronics, Ltd., in black and white, offers Love for Sale. The London firm has engineered sentient androids indistinguishable from humans. She flies to England and meets the man she has been searching for her entire life.

Christian requires no programming to love March at first sight. He’s handsome, cultured…absolutely perfect…and a little different from the other androids. He has an unexpected independent streak. March signs on the dotted line, buying her dream man. They return to Houston, but soon her past and his future threaten their Happily Ever After—indeed their lives.

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EXCERPT ONE:

From Love for Sale

Motionless, she watched the parade of beauty, but none of them struck the special chord that would make her heart sing. These men—androids—can be customized, March reminded herself.  Still, it took more than looks to make her fall in love.

Then he strode through the door, and her heart did a double back flip. She inhaled a soft gasp.  He was perfect, no customization needed.  The only programming required was a sense of humor and an intense libido.  Lord, she wanted to touch him, run her fingers through his hair and kiss that luscious mouth.

“Sorry to keep you waiting.”  His voice defined musical and played that special chord she’d dreamed of.  “I was on the phone.”

The Special Editions had gathered around her.  The auburn haired woman whispered a laugh.  “Is there any need for more than one introduction, Ms. Morgan?”

That someone was speaking barely registered.  March didn’t respond.  She was speechless and couldn’t peel her gaze off the most beautiful man she’d ever seen.  His eyes were crystalline blue, his hair wheat colored.  She’d wanted sparks.  She’d gotten fireworks!  No way in hell was she leaving London without him.

Spellbound, March was drawn one step toward perfection, her willful eyes traveling over his body, pausing at his zipper, sliding down his long legs.  The wasted years looped through her memory, regret stinging her eyes.

Melissa squeezed her hand.  “Ah, you like our blond.”  She beckoned.  “Come, Christian.”

In tight jeans and a tux jacket with plaid cummerbund and bow tie, her dream man paused in the light of a crystal and gold chandelier.  His shoulder-length hair shone like silk.  Mischief sparkled in his eyes.  Full lips parted on a smile, his teeth white and even.  March loved a beautiful smile, and everything inside her melted.

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Morgan D'Arcy:
A Vampyre Rhapsody
by Linda Nightingale

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GENRE: Sci-Fi Romance Audio Books

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BLURB:

The greatest enemy of a vampire is boredom. Four centuries of existence have taught Lord Morgan Gabriel D'Arcy to fear nothing and no one. Humans and their weapons have little chance against his preternatural speed and arcane powers. Vampires are viral mutations of human DNA. Still, the Vampyre code requires secrecy, and he has learned to hide his nature from the world. The lure of mortality, of a life in the sun, puts Morgan again and again at the mercy of calculating human women though they fail to consider his charm and determination into the equation. However, even grooming a future bride from infancy proves to be fraught with heartbreak. And second chances are not always what they seem unless... you are Morgan. Immortality and beauty, aren’t they grand?

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EXCERPT THREE:

From A Vampyre Rhapsody

Art is passion.

Each of us, at some time, wishes to stand naked in passion’s temple and face deepest, darkest desire—to be an innocent victim to lust.  I knew all about lust.  Lust.  Bloodlust.  In the ecstasy of the Kiss and the rapture of the kill, the two fused.

I glided to the sofa, perching on the arm.  Mischief whispered in my ear.

My friend Lucien, head of the Council that governed the Vampyre, would be livid if I endangered our secret. I might even be punished. So what?  For a long time now, I’d faithfully toed the line, giving the powers that be no reason to slap my hand. No one was likely to nominate me for sainthood, and I was tired of being a good man.  Envisioning an outraged Lucien crumpling the newspaper, I laughed aloud.  For days, I hadn’t laughed. I was still chuckling when I dashed off a Men Seeking Women romance ad.

Vampires were no longer monsters, but fine seducers, purveyors of passion.  Victims abounded. As I sampled the replies, I was disappointed and left fifty beautiful women disappointed as well, thinking me another nut not a vampire.

I failed to find the thrilling vintage I sought and forgot about the ad.
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“Hello, darlin’.” Her voice was lazy, honey-sweet and sensual.  “You look like you could use some company.”

I took a deep breath of the vintage I had sought. “I could.”

“You got it.”  Manicured red nails dug into my shoulders. “I’ve been waiting for you all my life.”

A first-class, round-trip ticket to the Turks and Caicos Islands dropped on the keyboard. Another fell beside it. One of the tickets was issued to Morgan Gabriel D'Arcy, the other to Fiona Allman. I had to admire her style, but she couldn’t have come from the ad. Names and addresses weren’t given.

Fiona was the given.

“What you waiting for? Your bags are packed. We’re leaving on a jet plane.” The enticing voice grew darker, duskier. “To sunshine. No more of this fricking rain.”

“Fiona, I presume.”

“It’s me, darlin’, the one you’ve been waiting for.” Soft, warm lips caressed my cheek, her fingers working magic on the tense muscles in my neck.

The scents of rain-perfumed skin, Italian leather, and blood laced with single malt whiskey teased my six senses.  I hadn’t fed in nights. The craving wrenched my stomach.  Saliva broke beneath my tongue. Her fingers stroking my neck awoke another, totally sexual desire. I threw back my head and laughed.  I was in trouble. At last!

She smoothed the hair back from my forehead. “Come on, pretty baby, get up. We don’t have much time. Heathrow’s a good hour’s drive from here.”

“I can’t go,” I said, not believing my own lie.  I always did exactly as I pleased.  “CD to cut.”

The throaty laugh was as sensual as her touch.  “I’ve checked your schedule. No personal appearances. These dickheads will wait until Lord D’Arcy returns. They have to. You are the show.”

“How did you find me?”  I liked the way she stroked my libido. An image of taking her on the piano heated my blood. “How did you know my name? And my schedule.”

“Does it matter?” She tucked my hair behind my ear and sucked the lobe into her mouth. “I wanna [screw] your brains out.”

“Anytime.”  I was ready. Desire throbbed, hot, taut in my belly and in my [shaft].

It didn’t matter how, only that she had found me.

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GUEST POST:

Do any of your characters have a special hobby or interest?  If so, write a post in the character talking about those interests from their POV.


Hello, my name is Morgan. Thanks for allowing me to take over your lovely blog today to ramble on about my hobby though horses are more than a hobby (ask any horseman). Since I was very young, I have loved the horse—everything equine—books, films, TV or old-time radio which was mostly, at that time, racing. I’ve heard that the way to make a small fortune with horses is to start with a large one.  If so, the journey is worth the ticket.

I awoke every Christmas morning and hurried to the window to see if there was a pony tied to a tree on our front lawn.  There never was.

My favorite breed is the Iberian horse—the magnificent Andalusian. You’ve seen them in movies. They are used a lot in film today. Fancy movement, long flowing manes and tails, arched necks. They are beautiful, and they are kind and smart.

The Andalusian is the bullfighting horse of Spain, quick or dead. Mounted rejoneadors depend on their horse to avoid the deadly horns of the fierce Iberian bulls while they place the picadors in the animal. They are also seen often in the modern dressage arena though they are perfectly suited to Classical Horsemanship, which is my interest. This school includes the Airs above the Ground: Capriole, Courbette which were designed to strike terror in the enemy foot soldiers.  In capriole, the horse leaps into the air and kicks out with his hind feet.  In courbette, he rears and jumps forward on his hind feet.

I could expound for hours of classical equitation, but I imagine you’d rather hear about the horse.

The Andalusian is called the Horse of Kings because in the heyday of European monarchies, the Andalusian's flair, style and formidable carriage made him the mount of choice for the aristocracy.  Many, many kings and queens were painted on Andalusians.

One of the slogans of the International Andalusian and Lusitano Association is: ‘This horse will change your life.’  It has certainly changed mine.
If you are in the market for a horse, I can personally and enthusiastically recommend an Andalusian. They tend to be gentle and calm (even the stallions) and loving. Riding an Andalusian, you will never go unnoticed.

Linda almost always has someone who loves the Andalusian in her books. The new audiobook Gambler’s Choice is not about Andalusians, but it is about people who love horses. The title is derived from a jumping class in a horse show. The class is a timed event, racing the clock as the fences are raised higher and higher, eliminating competitors until only one team of horse and rider remain.

I could indeed ramble all day about horses. I will give you a break with the wish that you have a good day … and rush right to the internet and research the Andalusian.

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AUTHOR BIO:


Born in South Carolina, Linda has lived in England, Canada, Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Atlanta and Houston.  She’s seen a lot of this country from the windshield of a truck pulling a horse trailer, having bred, trained and showed Andalusian horses for many years.

Linda has won several writing awards, including the Georgia Romance Writers Magnolia Award and the SARA Merritt.  She retired from a career as a retired legal assistant, just joined the Houston BMW Club, and the stars in her crown—two wonderful sons. In a former life, she must have had to walk everywhere because today she is into transportation with fine taste in expensive horses and hot cars! She likes to dress up and host formal dinner parties.

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GIVEAWAY INFO:

Linda will be awarding a $25 Amazon or B/N GC to a randomly drawn winner via Rafflecopter during the tour.


**This post contains affiliate links and if clicked and a purchase made I may receive a small commission to help support this blog.  This does not cost you anything, it just helps pay for all those awesome giveaways on here.**

This contest is sponsored by a third party. Fabulous and Brunette is a registered host of Goddess Fish Promotions.  Prizes are given away by the sponsors and not Fabulous and Brunette. The featured author and Goddess Fish Promotions are solely responsible for the giveaway prize.

23 comments:

  1. I enjoyed getting to know your book and thanks for the chance to win :)

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    1. Thanks for stopping by, Lisa. My maiden name was Brown. The excerpt is actually from another audiobook, Morgan D'Arcy: A Vampyre Rhapsody.

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  2. I enjoy these tours and have found some awesome books for my sisters and daughters so thank you so very much.

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    1. Thank you, James, for taking the time to comment. Do your daughters or sisters like audiobooks? Love For Sale and Morgan D'Arcy: A Vampyre Rhapsody are both available in audio as well.

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    1. Hi Gwendolyn! Good to see you and thanks for visiting.

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  4. The tour is actually for 2 audiobooks: Love For Sale and Morgan D'Arcy: A Vampyre Rhapsody. These audiobooks are available on Audible and a sample is on my website: http://www.lindanightingale.com.

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  5. Thanks for hosting me and my two audiobooks on your lovely blog!!

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    1. Appreciate your interest, Victoria! you can listen to a sample on Audible or my website: http://www.lindanightingale.com.

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    1. I appreciate your comment and am delighted you liked the excerpt! Thanks for visiting.

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    1. So good to 'meet' you, Edgar. I guess the guest post is a little slanted to horse lovers.

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  9. I enjoyed reading about your book. Thanks for giving me an opportunity to win. Bernie Wallace BWallace1980(at)hotmail(d0t)com

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    1. Hello Joseph. Glad to 'see' you. I hope you had the opportunity to listen to the two audio clips!

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  10. So cool to have your books on audible. :) I've always loved your tales and now there is another way to enjoy those stories.

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    1. Thank you, Karen. As an author I enjoy, this comment means a lot. Thanks for stopping by.

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  11. Excellent read! My interest held, never wavering while my inquisitive nature wouldn't let me put this book down till I reached the last page. From the very beginning, the author, Linda Nightingale, sets the scene for a fascinating, intriguing story that captured my mind.

    Congratulations, Linda, for the books and the so lovely trailers!

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    1. Thank you Carmen! You are a dear to visit and 'review' the books. Be sure to enter!

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  12. I love cars--sports cars in particular and especially the E-type Jag, 1964 vintage, and the Austen Healey 3000. Thanks for dropping by!

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  13. I really enjoyed reading the entire post, thank you!

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