I started walking in circles around him, engrossed by his wings. His
shirt was torn on the back. From where the wings protruded out, there were long
slits to form an upside-down V. He was beautiful, his wings were beautiful, and
I was even more in awe of him.
Perhaps my reaction embarrassed him, as he quickly closed them. It
was amazing how they completely disappeared without a trace of their existence
remaining. Even his shirt showed no sign that it had been torn to allow such a
phenomenon.
"May I please take a look again? For me, please?" I
pleaded.
"You're not freaked out?" He looked utterly astonished.
"Should I be?" I wondered why he felt embarrassed about his precious
gift.
"I thought it might freak you out. Something not by human
standards."
I leaned closer and placed my hands on his shoulders. "I'm not
freaked out. I think you are amazing just the way you are. I wouldn't want you
to be any other way," I said tenderly, trying to sound convincing with my words
and through my body language.
His eyes were still steady on the ground. I needed to try harder to
make him understand that there was nothing freakishly wrong with him, and that
his wings were just as incredible as he was.
"Michael, please, open for me," I pleaded again, with my hands still
resting on his shoulders. Then I gave him the biggest smile, hoping he couldn't
resist, and he would do as I asked.
He opened gracefully, slowly expanding, not to rush the excitement
of what I wanted to see again. I placed both of my hands gently on this
mysterious gift and stroked them like they were gold. I was amazed by the many
delicate layers of feathers, soft as cashmere and smooth as silk, but equally
taken aback by the power and strength they exuded.
The same wondrous feeling had rushed through my senses when I was
wrapped inside them after the fall, just before I had panicked. Had I known then
that they were Michael's wings, I would have stayed there for
eternity.
Slowly I turned my back toward him and tried to wrap myself inside
his wings again. I wanted to be back in the arms of an angel, back to the
feeling of peace that was so desired. He fidgeted away from me, mumbling, "This
is too dangerous. I won't be able to control myself." His voice was worried and
low.
I didn't heed his warning. When I pulled him closer, he ultimately
gave in, and held me gently with both of his arms and wings this time. All I
needed was his touch, for him to hold me that way; it made all the difference in
the world. I was safe again. Without thought, I turned toward him.
The look in his eyes was so tempting, telling me that he wanted me
too. I knew it was impossible for him to want and need me the same way, but his
eyes told me something else. The depth of my yearning and what I wanted to do at
that moment were undeniable.
I leaned toward him and tenderly placed a kiss on his supple lips to
thank him. It was an innocent kiss. What was the harm in just one small kiss? I
was extremely surprised that he didn't push me away. I was even more surprised
at myself, since I was never the type to make the first move.
"Thank you for saving me," I whispered, looking straight into his
soulful eyes, as something came over me. He was right. It was dangerous, but it
was me who couldn't control myself. His eyes gave me permission to continue, so
I gave him another kiss, but slower and longer this time. His lips were warm and
sweet like honeysuckle, just how I imagined they would be. When he kissed me
back it was hesitant, but it was enough to spread heat through my body like a
blazing fire.
Still holding me, he pulled me away with a sudden jerk as his eyes
pierced into mine with anger. His left hand was tightly wrung around my hair and
the other gripped my shirt so I could feel the tightness from it. Panting,
wanting more of him, I forgot how to breathe, and so did he.
His eyes, still fierce with anger, gripped me even tighter as he
slightly pushed and pulled me, fighting and uncertain of what he wanted to do.
Feeling petrified, I had to prepare myself for the consequence of my actions,
for I knew I had crossed the line.
I was waiting for him to release me and push me away. I also
anticipated the lecture he would preach about how humans and angels couldn't
have any physical contact. Recalling the last time, he suddenly stopped as we
almost kissed. Then, he drew me even closer, and kissed me hungrily. Passion
that I never knew could be possible claimed both of us. My toes curled, feeling
immense pleasure that tingled to the very depth of my being as my fingers tugged
lightly on his muscular shoulders. Then his wings were totally wrapped around
us.
We were in the dark, just Michael and me inside the cocoon of his
wings. I couldn't believe what was happening...our first real kiss. Pressing his
whole body against mine, I could feel his heart racing just as fast as mine was.
We both lost control, and every part of me quivered with intense pleasure I had
never felt before.
Your writing is so expressive, that I feel as if I'm right there, either witnessing what is going on, or there in person, experiencing what is happening!! Very few authors have that gift!! I would love to read your book, however I don't own an e-reader. I guess I just have to go out and buy it. I wish you would have given us a choice of print or e-format. (Peggy Roberson 11:09am April 28, 2013)
Love these books. Have all but book 3. And yes, I do agree, expressive writing is a gift and more and more it is getting lost!!! (Vicki Hancock 11:27am April 28, 2013)
I haven't read this series. I'm really missing out especially when there is a character who might be an anger (OK, he's a guy with wings). (Kai Wong 12:13pm April 28, 2013)
looks like I'm missing out on a good series (Patricia Wagner 12:24pm April 28, 2013)
I would love to read your book! (Jean Benedict 1:16pm April 28, 2013)
Hello everyone and thank you for stopping by. I'm planning on doing a book giveaway in May. I am participating in a blog hop with other blogs. I'll keep you informed through facebook and tweet. I also want to let you know that Crossroads, book 1 is free on kindle and nook right now. Thank you again! (Mary Ting 1:31pm April 28, 2013)
looks like a good book cant wait to read it (Denise Smith 1:57pm April 28, 2013)
just sounds great (Kent Cook 2:17pm April 28, 2013)
Looks like a good series! Hoping to win! (Brittany Savage 2:21pm April 28, 2013)
Wholly Boogers!!! Love the excerpt!! Looks like a new series is being added to my TBR list. Thanks so much for sharing :) (Billie Gaskill 2:34pm April 28, 2013)
I really enjoy your covers. They are very unusual--inviting and exciting all in one. They serve as a welcoming invitation to wonderful stories. (Sandra Spilecki 4:39pm April 28, 2013)
I love the covers, they are very pretty! (Sara Doyle 4:45pm April 28, 2013)
HI MARY, I HOPE I GET LUCKY TO WIN AS I'VE NOT READ OUR BOOKS YET! (Linda Bass 5:05pm April 28, 2013)
Looks like a great set of books I've missed. I will have to remedy that (Debbie Rudder 5:45pm April 28, 2013)
Sounds like a great read! (Diane Chenier 5:55pm April 28, 2013)
totally hot!! nice work (Cindy Hunt 6:18pm April 28, 2013)
I haven't read them yet, I would very much like too, I love that fresh fiction introduces so many great authors (Darci Paice 7:09pm April 28, 2013)
book sounds great, love to read it and share with my friends, hope to win (Kimberly Hoefs 8:43pm April 28, 2013)
I am going to be looking for this series. (Renee Grandinetti 8:56pm April 28, 2013)
I started reading and couldn't stop. I really felt like I was doing a little voyeurism (is that a word?) because it felt like I was there. Sounds like a fantastic series. And whether I win or not I will be looking for these books. (Annetta Sweetko 9:35pm April 28, 2013)
I can't wait to read this series...thanks so much. (Bonnie Capuano 9:40pm April 28, 2013)
I love angel love stories, interesting book. (Suzanne Bischoff 10:07pm April 28, 2013)
Intense. I have not read any angel books. They are relatively new on the scene and offer an interesting avenue for exploration of the possibilities of their presence on Earth in addition to their relationship with humans. This sounds like an interesting story. (Patricia Barraclough 10:18pm April 28, 2013)
I am looking forward to reading this book. I fell in love with angel stories when "Highway to Heaven" was on TV. Since then people don't seem to believe in angels anymore. (Kathleen Yohanna 10:36pm April 28, 2013)
sounds like a good read. thanks for the draw! (Barbara Studer 11:15pm April 28, 2013)
I can't get John Travolta (as Michael the archangel) out of my head since I read this blog earlier today. I had to comment. This looks like a must read. (Sandra Dickey 11:18pm April 28, 2013)