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3/22/2016

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What happens when love turns you upside down on your head? Todays' March Madness author, Joy Avery shows us what happens when her characters decide to play a little game called love. Leave a comment to be entered into the giveaway.
Book: A GENTLEMAN’S AGREEMENT
 
Blurb:
 
When it comes to love, all deals are off!
 
Blake Farrington knows exactly who to call when he finds himself needing crisis management. Yes, this task is outside Eunice Howard’s usual realm of responsibilities, but he’s willing to make it worth her time. Plus, she’s ideal for the role. Who better to play his pretend lover than the one woman who knows him almost better than he knows himself?
 
The last thing Eunice Howard expects when summoned to her boss’s office is a request to play the role of his new love interest to appease his mother, restless to marry him off. Foolishly agreeing, she ventures with him to Farrington Estates for the Thanksgiving holiday. She thought she’d seen all sides of Blake Farrington, but the man who emerges is a man she could easily love.
 
Their agreement blossoms into a connection neither expected—nor are willing to admit. When the lines between make-believe and reality blur, something phenomenal occurs.
 
 
Excerpt:
 
The second they rounded the corner, Eunice snatched her hand away. “What the hell was that?” she asked in a whisper.
 
“What?” He wasn’t truly that clueless, but played so.
 
She released a heavy sigh and hiked up the stairs. Inside the bedroom, he was on her heels—right until the moment she stormed into the bathroom and slammed the door in his face.
 
Blake leaned against the door jamb. “Are you upset?”
 
“Yes. No. I mean—” She cursed under her breath.
 
He couldn’t understand why she’d gotten so distressed. Okay, maybe he’d gone a little overboard, but…
 
Eunice continued. “I don’t know. Did you—”
 
She yelped once the door slung open and he was standing there. He flashed one of his award-winning smiles in hopes of lightening the mood. She pushed him out of the way and moved toward the bed. Her hair was pulled into a high ponytail, and she wore a simple white nightgown shirt. It was sexy as hell.
 
“Did you have to take it that far?” she said.
 
“We’re supposed to be a believable couple, right?” She narrowed her eyes at him. Had she been a bull, he had a feeling this was the moment she would have charged. “I’m sorry. I didn’t realize my words would affect you so…deeply. They were pretty poetic, huh?”
 
Eunice snatched a pillow from the bed and hurled it at him. What was with him and women with pillows?
 
“Enjoy the floor, Mr. Poetic.”
 
Blake barked a laugh.
 
Eunice climbed in bed.
 
He sobered.
 
She pulled the covers to her chin.
 
Blake pulled his hands to his waist. “Eunice?” When she didn’t answer, he rested his hand on the back of his neck. “Come on. You can’t be serious. You’re really making me sleep on the floor?”
 
“Goodnight, Prat. Sweet dreams.”
 
There was a hint of laughter in her tone. Frankly, he didn’t find anything funny. “Seriously, that bed is the size of a small island.”
 
“In that case, you should feel privileged. You have the entire ocean to yourself.”
 
Every damn body is a comedian in this house. “Okay. I’ll remember this.” This time, humor played in his tone. “See if you get a Christmas bonus.” He escaped into the bathroom, did his before bed rituals, then returned and made a pallet on the floor. Using the remote, he shut off the lights, then attempted to find a comfortable position.
 
“Blake?”
 
Ah-ha. I knew she’d feel sorry for me. “Mmm-hmm,” he hummed.
 
“Your story… This is going to sound strange, but it actually happened to me in Central Park. Weird, huh?”
 
Not weird at all. Unlike her story, his had been steeped in truth. All except for the approaching her part. Unbeknownst to Eunice, he’d seen her in the park doing exactly what he’d stated. He’d also wanted to ask her out. But before he could, he discovered she’d recently started working for his company. Imagine his surprise when they’d bumped into each other at the annual Spring Fling he threw for his staff.
 
“Huh. Yeah. That is weird.” 
 
Purchase link: http://bit.ly/agentlemansagreement

Giveaway Details:  Leave a comment to be entered into the giveaway.

Prize: A Joy Avery goodie box

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ABOUT JOY:

By day, Joy Avery works as a customer service assistant. By night, the North Carolina native travels to imaginary worlds—creating characters whose romantic journeys invariably end happily ever after.
 
Since she was a young girl growing up in Garner, Joy knew she wanted to write. Stumbling onto romance novels, she discovered her passion for love stories; instantly, she knew these were the type stories she wanted to pen.
 
Real characters. Real journeys. Real good love is what you’ll find in a Joy Avery romance.
 
Joy is married with one child. When not writing, she enjoys reading, cake decorating, pretending to expertly play the piano, driving her husband insane, and playing with her two dogs.
 
Joy is a member of Romance Writers of America and Heart of Carolina Romance Writers.

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www.joyavery.com
www.facebook.com/authorjoyavery
www.twitter.com/authorjoyavery
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21 Comments
Dalia Florea link
3/22/2016 08:23:53 am

Good morning Joy!

Stopped by to say hello. Great excerpt! Sounds intriguing.

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Chelle Ramsey link
3/22/2016 09:48:49 am

Thanks for dropping by, Dalia. :)

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Joy Avery link
3/22/2016 09:58:02 am

Morning, Dalia!

Thanks for stopping by!

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Carla
3/22/2016 08:48:54 am

Glad I discovered this blog as I am being introduced to new authors.

Joy, I discovered you during the past holiday season and have read two of your novels so far. Enjoyed them very much. We are NC neighbors as I am a NC native from Durham.

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Chelle Ramsey link
3/22/2016 09:48:08 am

Hi Carla,

Thanks for stopping by and discovering all the wonderful talent showcased here at The Beautifully Inspired Blog. I am glad you came and are enjoying it. Come on and join the blog, so you don't miss out on any of the giveaways, author excerpts, interviews, and so much more that happens here.

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Joy Avery link
3/22/2016 10:04:56 am

Morning, Carla!

Thanks for stopping by! Yay! I'm glad you discovered my books and enjoyed them.

Yes, we are neighbors! Durham is right around the corner!

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Karen Epps
3/22/2016 10:16:17 am

Stopping by to show support and learn about new authors.

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Chelle Ramsey link
3/22/2016 05:54:16 pm

Thanks for always being so supportive, Karen. You're really appreciated. <3

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Joy Avery link
3/22/2016 10:19:35 am

Morning, Karen!

Thanks for stopping by and showing support!

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Ann Marie link
3/22/2016 10:42:34 am

Hi Joy!

Loved the excerpt. :)

Are you working on a writing project?

All the very best in your endeavors.

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Joy Avery link
3/22/2016 12:29:08 pm

Hi Ann Marie!

Thanks for stopping by!

Yes, I'm actually working on several projects! Can't wait to get them out into the world!

Thanks for the well-wishes!

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Ann Marie
3/22/2016 06:32:26 pm

You're welcome. Sounds exciting, Joy! Looking forward.

Chelle Ramsey link
3/22/2016 05:56:04 pm

Thanks for dropping by, Ann Marie. It's good to "see" you again. :)

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Ann Marie
3/22/2016 06:34:27 pm

Chelle, you are sooo welcome. Happy to be here. :) Glad to connect with these awesome authors.

W Parks Brigham link
3/22/2016 03:23:47 pm

Hi Joy, stopped by to say hello and that I love your stories.

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Joy Avery link
3/22/2016 04:51:33 pm

Hi W. Parks Brigham!

Thank you so much for the kind words and for stopping by to say hello! I'm glad you enjoy my books! I'm eagerly working on new love stories. Coming soon... :)

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Chelle Ramsey link
3/22/2016 05:56:38 pm

Hi Wanda!!! (waving & smiling).

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Stella Eromonsere-Ajanaku link
3/22/2016 04:05:05 pm

Hello Joy, I'm glad to 'meet' you here. I enjoyed the excerpt. Why do I have a feeling Eunice and Blake are going to fall for each other so hard, denial will be tough choice?

Best wishes,
Stella

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Joy Avery link
3/22/2016 04:54:28 pm

Hi Stella Eromonsere-Ajanaku!

I'm glad you enjoyed the excerpt. Yes, these two do experience something special! I hope you'll check them out.

Thanks so much for stopping by!

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Chelle Ramsey link
3/22/2016 05:55:03 pm

Stella,

I have the same feeling you do. ;)

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Joy Avery link
3/23/2016 01:41:04 pm

Via Random.org, a winner has been chosen.

CONGRATULATIONS Carla, you are the winner of the Joy Avery goodie box.

Please email your preferred mailing address to authorjoyavery@gmail.com

Thank you to everyone who stopped by.

Thank you, Chelle, for having me!

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