Uprising
(Fires of Providence)
Dawn Jayne
Genre: Urban Fantasy
Publisher: Time and Tide Publishing
Release Date: Nov 27 2012
Editions Available In: Ebook &
Print
Blurb/Synopsis
Heralds are the most powerful of all
angels, secretive and feared, created for a single purpose. Only
those most courageous and worthy earn a place within the elite choir,
and only by breaking ancient oaths held sacred can the honor be
stripped. It's a punishment that hasn't been imposed in over
two-thousand years, until a single reckless act sets off a firestorm,
threatening to consume all creation.
Rise Hawke never suspected she'd been
marked to play a role in the deadly events unfolding in the spiritual
realm. Independent and resistant to authority, she isn't thrilled
when she meets Dominik, an angel with new wings, an old grudge, and a
mysterious agenda he's determined to impose.
Vowing to uncover the secrets kept from
her, Rise soon learns that knowing what you are isn't nearly as
dangerous as discovering why. Hunted by those who want to destroy
her, and controlled by those who would see her fulfill her purpose,
she is forced into a brutal battle set in motion long before she was
ever born. It soon becomes clear that what one angel will risk to
earn the title of Herald, is matched only by what another will do to
keep it.
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Excerpt
What are you?” she demanded.
“What do you want?”
Tyre considered the questions. There
was no reason he had to lie to her at this point, and he’d grown
tired of the charade anyway. He cocked an eyebrow. “I’m the angel
who’s going to save your soul. Again.”
“You’re insane,” Katie whispered
and started rummaging through the glove box, her hands shaking as she
dumped paperwork and other items all over. Tyre guessed she was
looking for something to use as a weapon, so he allowed her to
continue; it would earn him a few moments of quiet and nothing in the
car could harm him.
He hit the accelerator and tested the
steering capabilities. It was almost time for the big finish, and he
wanted no mistakes. Tyre started weaving from one lane to another,
relishing the adrenaline rush. He laughed until a pair of taillights
came up fast on the right. “There might be witnesses.” He turned
to Katie. “This could be a problem. Try to act natural, will you?”
“Witnesses?” Katie repeated,
looking back and forth between Tyre and the road. The broken yellow
lines whipped by so fast they appeared almost solid. She started to
cry, but then she, too, spotted the other vehicle. She seized the
manual handle controlling the windows and cranked as fast as she
could, calling out for assistance.
“Brilliant.” He cast a sideways
look to the girl. “Well, there’s no way to avoid them now, is
there?” He reached over and grabbed her hand. “Wave. Be polite.”
He waggled her wrist, making her hand dance. “Say farewell.”
1. When did you know that you wanted to
be a writer?
I can’t remember a time when I didn’t want to write.
Or, more accurately, when I didn’t feel the need to write,
the pull. It’s a primal drive, right up there with breathing and
sex.
2. What inspires you to write?
Emotion
– rage, despair, joy, anything raw and powerful.
3. What is your favorite genre when
reading?
I’m open to all genres, but I’ve always gravitated
toward Fantasy, especially those epic sword-and-sorcery tales.
4. What inspires you to come up with
your characters?
Real people, I suppose. Not that I copy anyone, but
everyone has strengths and weaknesses and that’s what I want for my
characters.
5. How many books do you have
published?
Uprising is my first novel, and I have several short
stories included in various anthologies.
6. Do you have more books in the works
and if so, could you tell us about them? Crises, the second book in
Fires of Providence, will launch later this year. I’m really
excited about that, and can’t wait to have it out there for
readers! I’m also working on a contemporary novella called
‘Divorce on Lay-a-Way’. I’m hoping to have that out by the
holidays. It’s my first attempt at dark humor and might also be my
last. *smile*
7. What advice do you have for us?
My
advice is…to not take advice from me! I’m just another student of
life, fumbling around like everyone else. Seek out those with more
wisdom, embrace your talents and trust your instincts.
8. Is there a special place you like to
write, and if so, can you tell us?
I sometimes go to a little
cemetery not far from my house. It’s quiet, it’s beautiful, and
filled with great listeners.
9. What type of music do you like?
It’s
all over the place; rock, classic, country. For music with lyrics,
it’s more about the voice than the words or style.
10. Please give us your top five
favorite authors?
Tough one! Tolkien, Stephen King, Robert Jordan,
J.K. Rowling, Dante Alighieri
Silly Q & A
1. What does the color pink remind you
of?
That cringe-inducing dress at the end of Pretty in Pink. I never
liked that thing, and pink isn’t the best color on redhead’s.
2. What is your favorite color? Green
or blue
3. Favorite comfort food? Chicken and
Dumplings is never a bad choice
4. Favorite candy? M&M’s
Dawn Jayne is an Urban and Paranormal
Fantasy author from Indianapolis, Indiana USA.
Dawn was an avid reader from a young
age, and her desire to write took hold soon thereafter. She loaded up
on creative writing classes in school, and posted short stories
online to hone her skills - and to make certain she had the thick
skin necessary to survive the world of publication!
Uprising is Dawn's first novel, but one
that has been in her head for most of her life in one form or
another. No matter what job she held - from being a Marine to a
mother to a veterinary receptionist - she was always hearing voices
and spinning tales in her head. Uprising is a blend of fantasy,
spirituality, ancient arts and astrology, all woven together while
keeping a foundation in the real world.
Her manuscript was accepted by Time and
Tide Publishing in 2012, the first in what will be a three book
series. She hopes her story will be a positive contribution to the
wonderful Urban Fantasy genre, and wants nothing more than her words
to bring enjoyment to readers.
Dawn lives with her family on the
Southside of Indianapolis.
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