Today is the cover reveal for Something Just Like This
by Tracy Krimmer. This cover reveal is organized by Lola's Blog Tours.
Something Just Like This
By Tracy Krimmer
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Age category: Adult
Release Date: February 14, 2018
Blurb:
Love? Second chances? That crap is for romantics, not
realists like Juliette. She has a bad attitude about love and an even worse one
when it comes to second chances. And she may dress like an elf for a few weeks
out of the year, but that doesn’t mean she loves Christmas.
Stability? Purpose? Landon is surfing a pleasant wave
of both until he's fired. Devastating news from his sister certainly doesn’t
help. At least he has the holidays to look forward to.
When Landon shows up at the mall and Juliette prevents
a disaster, he can’t stop thinking about that sweet elf. Juliette doesn’t
believe in the spirit of Christmas, but she can’t help but wonder why Landon
was in her line that day. Could Landon deserve one of those second chances
she's so unwilling to give?
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day.
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Excerpt
We’re
nearing the front of the line, and I’m grateful everyone seems to be quick with
their requests of Santa. Santa and the elves win points for their
efficiency.
“Uncle
Landy, my tummy hurts.”
And
there it is. I’m not surprised she’s complaining about her stomach, but I’m a
little shocked it took this long for it to bother her.
“Maybe
we should head home.” I hate to say it, but it’s the best option.
“No!”
The disappointment spreads across her face like a storm rolling in at fifty
miles an hour. “I want to see Santa.”
Her
hands are pressed against her tummy and her face is a shade whiter than a
ghost. If we don’t make it to the front of the line in a matter of minutes,
she’s leave a present right in the middle of the North Pole.
“Abby,
I think maybe we should do this another time. I’ll make it up to you.” I hate
being the bearer of bad news but I’m sure she feels terrible. I have to hand it
to her for sticking it out, though.
“Noooooo.”
I
can’t stand it when she cries. Sometimes it’s annoying, other times, like now,
it’s sad and makes me sad, too. I know how bad she wants this, and it’s hurting
her that it may not happen.
I
crouch down next to her, allowing the bags to roll off my arms and onto the
ground. I take a hold of her hands. “Abby, listen to me. That cinnamon roll was
a little too much to eat. You should get home and rest. Standing in line won’t
make you feel any better. Lying down will.”
She
doesn’t answer me, only stares at me with those big eyes, her painted-on smile
now erased and carved into a frown. Her skin is becoming paler by the second,
her huge eyes now drooping. I know this look. She’s about to lose it.
“Here!”
An arm swooshes past me with a bucket. As soon as it reaches Abby, she throws
up right into it.
When
Abby finishes bring up her dinner and the Cinnabon, I pull her close to me. I
don’t care if I get some on my shirt or my pants. She needs comfort right now.
“Thank
you,” I say as I look up to thank everyone’s hero because let’s face it, no one
wanted to be standing in line with someone’s puke.
My
eyes float up the black leggings, past the green and red fabric with arms so
wide she could use them as wings, to the beautiful woman underneath the pointed
hat with a bell. Her red lips hypnotize me as she smiles, her blue eyes
sparkling enough to make me believe in Santa Claus.
“Thanks.”
That’s all I manage to say. I seem to have lost the ability to speak as I’m
entirely fixated on her. I can’t break my gaze from this woman in front of me.
She
holds the bucket behind her back, doing us all a favor and removing the smell
as fast as she can. “No problem. I’ve worked here enough years to know when
it’s about to happen. I always keep a bucket handy.”
Prepared,
gorgeous, and not afraid to handle the puke monster. I’m already impressed.
“I’m
sorry. She ate a little too much and I guess her stomach couldn’t handle it.”
There. I found the words.
“Don’t
worry about it.” She leans down so she’s eye to eye with Abby. “How do you feel
now? Better?”
Abby
shrugs, and I’m not sure if she still isn’t feeling well, or if she’s being
cautious with a stranger, which I appreciate. Even though she’s with me, you
can never be too safe these days.
“Tell
you what. I think you should let your daddy take you home. Come back tomorrow,
and I’ll be here. You can skip the line and see Santa right away. I’m giving
you a sick pass.”
Abby
releases her hands from her tummy and smiles at me. Neither I nor Abby correct
the woman dressed as an Elf that I’m her uncle.
“Really?”
Abby asks. She glances up at me and back at the woman, not sure if she should
believe her or not.
“You
bet. I’ll be right next to the big guy. I promise.” This time the Elf winks at
me, and her smile widens, her cheeks so rosy against her creamy skin.
I’ll
have to clear it with Courtney but I don’t suspect it will be a problem unless
she’s upset Abby is sick. “You can do that?” I don’t want to disappoint Abby
and if what this woman is saying is true, I can still save the day. Uncle Landy
to the rescue.
“Sure
can. I’ve been working with Santa for years. I’m probably his number one Elf.
So, six tomorrow?”
“Six,
tomorrow.” I nod at her, trying not to exaggerate my appreciation. “I’m Landon,
by the way.”
“SugarPlum,”
she says as she pats Abby on the head. “Glad to meet you the both of you. I’ll
see you tomorrow, six sharp.”
Abby
squeezes my hand with a little squeal to accompany it. As SugarPlum heads
behind Santa’s Village with the bucket, I remain focused on her, smiling inside
as the bells on her shoes ding. She may be the cutest Elf I have ever seen.
About the Author:
Tracy Krimmer loves coffee, popcorn, Drew Barrymore,
and the movie Saving Silverman. She
enjoys reading great books (of course) and writing realistic characters for you
to enjoy. When she listens to music she prefers the 80s and 90s music she grew
up on. In a typical day you’ll find her writing at one of her favorite
spots--on the couch, at the kitchen table, or at her favorite hometown coffee
shop.
You can find and contact Tracy here:
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Website: http://www.tracykrimmer.com/
- Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tkrimms
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KrimmerAuthor
- Reader Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/readtracykrimmer
- Bookbub: https://bookbub.com/authors/tracy-krimmer
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracykrimmer
- Newsletter: http://www.tracykrimmer.com/newsletter/
Giveaway
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