Saturday Snippet: What she just experienced was not what she wanted

 The following snippet is from 

 Madeline 

by Zina Abbott 

Cupids & Cowboys Book 14

 

Madeline sighed with relief when the two walked down the aisle and left the entry to her bench open. Like the tales told by some of the other female students at the normal school, she had often wondered what it would be like to have men hover around her, seeking her attention. However, what she just experienced was not what she wanted. Perhaps it was better to remain unnoticed and unpursued.

Madeline looked up as James Hennessy approached the bench in front of her. He picked up the satchel and stepped next to the window before he sat. He turned to face her. “Miss, I apologize if my conduct added to what I perceived to be your discomfort. I know it was forward of me to approach you as I did, but I had a feeling he was inebriated enough to be beyond sound reasoning. I doubted he would show you basic courtesy or respect. I don’t want you to feel that, by me interfering, you have traded one difficulty with another. If you would like me to resume my original seat, please say so, and I’ll move.”

Madeline again read the calling card. “No, Mr. Hennessy. You are fine where you are. I had hoped to occupy a bench by myself or, perhaps, with another woman. I do thank you for persuading the other gentleman to move. I’m...my name is Madeline Denham.” Hesitantly, Madeline extended her hand over the back of the bench separating them. “In spite of the rather unique introduction, it is a pleasure meeting you.”

 

My second Cupids and Cowboys book, Madeline, is now available for both purchase and on Kindle Unlimited. It will soon be available in print.

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All of the books in The Sheriff's Mail Order Bride series have been published. Please CLICK HERE to find the series page on Amazon.

 

 I will be revealing the cover and book description of my final book for the year. It will be a Christmas novella. Please watch this blog as well as the Sweet Historical Romance group on Facebook.

 

 

My Old Timey Holiday Kitchen romance,

Figgy Pudding by Francine

will publish on November 22, 2021. It is available for preorder. Please CLICK HERE 

 

 

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