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But first:
Happy 50th Anniversary Mom and Dad!
Thank you for showing the rest of us how it’s done.
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There’s only one or two mentions of marriage in FML and I’ve only shared one or two snippets that include Clyota’s best friend Christina. This bit is a mix of the two:
Library Boy here I haven’t met,” she said, pointing her chin at Charlie. “Your full name, marital status, and intentions toward my former best friend, please.”
“Christina, we don’t have time for—”
But Charlie had risen and snapped to attention, clicking his heels as if she was the Commander of the ALA. “Ma’am, Charles Robert Boyer-Ray, Ma’am. I am not contracted for partnership, Ma’am, but if the trial goes well, I intend to marry your former best friend this Saturday. Ma’am.” He picked up Christina’s shock-limp hand, shook it gently, and sat back down.
I probabaly don’t have to mention that this was news to Clyota as well?
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Wow that Charlie likes to get things done doesn’t he! Loved it!
He likes to cut to the chase–of course, he’s been chasing Clyota a looong time. 🙂
He’s certainly not beating around the bush!
Nope—he may be the only character I have who doesn’t . . . Hmmm.
What an introductions! I love it. lol
Thanks, Karen! Rendering Christina speechless isn’t easy. 🙂
Gotta love a guy with determination 🙂
And then you gotta get Clyota to admit it . . . 😀
I could see him doing this! Great visual and love his snarky humor.
He’s my secret wish fulfillment, is Charlie. Always has been . . .
Way to take everyone by surprise! Great snippet
Thanks, Shannyn! 🙂
Ha great snippet. I can feel the tension and the shock. Terrific scene!
He’s spiked Christina’s guns, anyway. Thanks, Ryan!
Wow, bet she didn’t see that coming :). Great snippet.
No one did—Charlie’s a class all on his own. 🙂
Fun! I hope she’s on board with this plan LOL. Terrific snippet!
Well . . . there are a couple of chapters to go from here and Cly’s pretty stubborn . . .
That’s one way to ask the question!!!
It’s not moonlight and roses . . . but this isn’t a moonlight and roses kind of town, so . . 😀
I love this! Awesome, Sarah!
And a big congrats to mom and dad! 🙂
Thanks, Teresa!
I’ll pass along your congratulations to my folks!
I like a man who gets right to the point! Nice snippet 🙂
So do I, Danita! 😀
Like his manner. A fun character.
Like I said up there somewhere, Charlie is wish fulfillment for me. Thanks Cara!
Well, sounds like that takes care of the Pressman.
Honestly, it was a tough call . . . Cly and Reynard have a certain chemistry I wasn’t expecting!
Fun guy. She’s going to have her hands full.
You’re right Kate—especially since she hasn’t accepted. 😀
You have to love a guy that get to the point. Nice!
Oh that is so funny! I’m rooting for Charlie. Go Charlie. Go Charlie. Great snippet.
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He has some work to do, but I think he might win. Eventually. 😉
I remember squealing in happiness when this happened. There’s so much to love about Charlie. Happy Anniversary to your parents! ❤
I tried to make him worth setting aside Clyota’s fears—I’m glad you think he is!
I’ll pass that along to my parents, Lisa, thanks!
Direct and to the point. Love it.
Thank you!
Well, that should get EVERYONE’S attention. Nicely done, Sarah. 🙂
But will it get favorable attention from Clyota? Hmmm . . . 😉
Ha! Very cool. What a fun way to make the announcement.
He probably should have mentioned it to the potential bride first, but I thought so. 😀
I love it when a guy makes his intentions clear.
Always worked for me, Elaine! 🙂
Love the humor in the piece, Sarah!
Thanks, Kate. 😀
What fun! I like this guy.
Good! He’s no Darcy . . . but he could be. 🙂
Oh, I like him! Great humor in this scene!
I like how direct he is! Great 8!
That was pretty straight forward. 🙂
Great snippet! Especially the first paragraph 🙂
Commander of the ALA? I knew librarians liked order, but wow! Of course, in this world, if there weren’t someone in charge, chaos would ensue (not that it hasn’t already!). I really must read this in its entirety some day soon.
Oh, fun. I love the Commander of the ALA line, too. This reminds me a bit of Jasper Fforde’s Tuesday Next series. And, yes, let’s do get right to the point! When will the book be out??? I need to pre-order.
Ha! I have no idea—editing it is a side project and at the moment I just don’t have a lot of time to spare. Part of the reason I’m sharing so much here is to squeeze in a re-read . . .
But I’m taking the compliment and running with it, Sharon! Thank you! 🙂