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The Frost of Springtime
by Rachel L Demeter
Historical Romance
Date Published: February 14, 2014
Publisher: Black Lyon Publishing, LLC
Synopsis
To
rescue her was to rescue his own soul.
On
a cold Parisian night, Vicomte Aleksender de Lefèvre forges an everlasting bond
with a broken girl during her darkest hour, rescuing her from a life of abuse
and misery. Tormented by his own demons, he finds his first bit of solace in
sheltering little Sofia Rose.
But
when Aleksender is drawn away by the Franco-Prussian war, the seasons pass. And
in that long year, Sofia matures into a stunning young woman—a dancer with an
understanding of devotion and redemption far surpassing her age.
Alongside
his closest friend, Aleksender returns home to find that “home” is gone,
replaced by revolution, bloodshed, betrayal—and a love always out of reach.
Scarred inside and out, he’s thrust into a world of sensuality and violence—a
world in which all his hours have now grown dark, and where only Sofia might
bring an end to the winter in his heart.
Inspired
by the 1871 Paris Commune, The Frost of Springtime is a poignant tale of
revolution, redemption, and the healing power of love.
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Excerpt
“I do not love you.”
Aleksender’s lips crashed
against Sofia’s in a movement he was utterly unable to control. Both hands
broke through the material of her cloak in a jarring whoosh of air, grazing her
shoulders with his icy fingertips.
Riding up and over the curve
of her hips, speaking into the dewy heat of her mouth, “I do not love you.”
Rough, weathered hands skimmed over the tender swell of her breasts and
worshiped every inch of her beauty. His tongue dueled with her own, drinking
Sofia deep, sucking in her spirit. Her kisses were sweet as nectar, dripping
with pure seduction and a virginal sensuality. “I do not love you.”
Aleksender’s quivering fingertips tangled within the mass of damp, russet
locks. He gave a gentle tug and reeled her closer. “I do not love you.”
His hands swept down the
elegant column of her throat and enveloped the thin shaft. Aleksender tenderly
cupped her face within his palms. His thumbs stroked her cheeks and drew
invisible circles along the slates of porcelain flesh.
Sofia knew he was a broken
soul … more so now than ever before. No, she was not scared. His cruelty was
entirely wasted. One look in his eyes had confirmed her every thought. He’d
never harm her. Although, for reasons she couldn’t fully comprehend, he wanted
her to believe otherwise.
But Sofia saw past his rugged
façade. And her heart only constricted for his pain. She felt so helpless, so
very trapped. How she ached to heal him! She ached to kiss away all of his
scars—internal and external, old and new. She ached to rescue him from the
blackened depths of despair—just as he’d done, all those nine years ago.
No. She could not stop
herself. Sofia sighed and slanted her lovely face, deepening their kiss to new
limits.
Yes, Sofia’s heart screamed,
she could heal him. He needed only to open his arms, mind, body—
Aleksender forced himself
away. Sofia’s eardrums thundered, slamming against her consciousness in a
deafening roar. She could hear her own pulse. Her heart swelled to painful
proportions, threatening to burst free.
Aleksender and Sofia
harmoniously panted as they struggled to catch their breaths. Eyes blinking
shut in despair, Aleksender pressed his temple against Sofia’s. Nestled within
the safety of her arms and speaking for the both of them, he recited the tragic
confession: “I cannot love you.”
About the Author
Rachel
L. Demeter lives in the beautiful hills of Anaheim, California with Teddy, her
goofy lowland sheepdog, and high school sweetheart of ten years. She enjoys
writing dark, edgy romances that challenge the reader’s emotions and examine
the redeeming power of love.
Imagining
stories and characters has been Rachel’s passion for longer than she can
remember. Before learning how to read or write, she would dictate stories while
her mom would jot them down for her. She has a special affinity for the
tortured hero and unconventional romances. Whether sculpting the protagonist or
antagonist, she always ensures that every character is given a soul.
Rachel
strives to intricately blend elements of romance, suspense, and horror. Some
common themes her stories never stray too far from: forbidden romance, soul
mates, the power of love to redeem, mend all wounds, and triumph over darkness.
Her dream is to move readers and leave an emotional impact through her words.
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