Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Blog Tour: Author Spotlight & Interview with Gabrielle Lepore

Today we are joined by Evanescent author, Gabriella Lepore. 


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Gabriella Lepore lives on the coast of Wales in the United Kingdom. She began writing at an early age and grew up with a passion for all things supernatural. Evanescent is her third young adult novel and she is currently working on her next book, Tarantula.








Books by the same author:
The Witches of the Glass Castle
How I Found You



   

“Then it is settled,” Felix declared. “Come hell or high water, when this is all over, at least one of us here will not make it out alive.”

When Bronwen Snow is pulled from her cottage in the middle of the night, she finds herself seeking the help of three mysterious boys who reside in an abandoned castle deep in the hillside. With only a hasty handwritten note and a vague sense of dread to guide her, Bronwen is forced to put her trust in the eccentric and willful Felix Cavara and his eternal curse – immortality.


  Excerpt  




     “May I see?” he purred, extending his hand towards the letter. 
Bronwen clutched the envelope to her chest. “It’s for Felix.”
“I am Felix,” he said. “Congratulations, you’ve found me.”
Bronwen took a step backwards. “You’re Felix? That’s not what you said a minute ago,” she challenged. Actually, she’d expected Felix to be… well, older. 
“Yes, but that was when I was trying to get rid of you. Now I want my letter.” He held out his palm steadily.
Bronwen tensed. What choice did she have? Grudgingly, she handed over the letter.
Without missing a beat, Felix tore the envelope and tossed it over his shoulder. He hastily unfolded the note and began reading. At first his expression was one of mild interest, but then he paused and looked up at Bronwen with a smirk.
“You are Bronwen Snow?” he asked, waving the letter at her.
“Yes,” she replied.
“And you want me to protect you?”
“I…” So that was what the letter had said? “I don’t know.”
Felix laughed. “Are you quite mad?” His eyes twinkled in amusement, glowing as red as the oil lamps’ flames. 
“I’m starting to think so,” Bronwen muttered.
“In all my years I’ve never seen anything so…” he grinned down at the letter, “absurd.”

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 “Sometimes visions are the key to unlocking the most coveted of secrets. And they are always given to me for a reason. I believe this particular reason was to save my granddaughter’s life.”
“Why should I trust you?” Felix challenged. “What if there is no cure? What if this is merely the reckless act of a desperate woman?”
“All I can give you is my word.” 
“Then, in return, I shall give you mine. I vow to protect Bronwen. However,” he went on, staring deeply into Ada’s eyes, “I will not be played for a fool. If you do not produce the cure, then I will take both of your lives instead. Those are my terms. Decide now if you wish to accept.”
“You can’t threaten us like that!” Bronwen exclaimed.
But Ada offered her hand to Felix, sealing the deal.
“Then it is settled,” Felix declared. “Come hell or high water, when this is all over, at least one of us here will not make it out alive.

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“You don’t have to do this, Felix,” Bronwen said under her breath. “Not for me.” 
He laughed again. “Bronwen,” he said, tautly, “I’m not doing anything. This is the cure. The cure happens to be lemon flavoured.”
“I need to see the paper.”
Alistair stiffened. “What’s going on? What paper?”
“I have to see it,” Bronwen repeated. “I need to know.”

                                                      

Now, here's our chance of getting to know Gabrielle just a little bit more!



What are the most important attributes to remaining sane as a writer?


Try to stop checking reviews and rankings! Every now and then, you have to walk away from the computer. Get back to simple daydreaming and remember why you love writing in the first place.

Have you ever read or seen yourself as a character in a book or a movie?
I'm sure I have, but I can't think of anyone specific. I'd quite like to be a Buffy-type character, that'd be fun!


Do you believe in God?
Yes.


Do you laugh at your own jokes?
Absolutely!


Have you ever found true love?
Yes.


What makes you cry?
The Rolf Harris song 'Two Little Boys'. I can't even think about it without getting tearful!


What makes you laugh?
Oh, I'll laugh at anything.


Top five dinner quests and why.
Bette Midler, Cilla Black, Lou from 'Neighbours', L J Smith if she's not too busy, and Ben Barnes can be my date for the evening!


Lastly, where do you see you and your writing career in 10 years time?
Having regular dinner parties with Bette, Cilla, Lou, L J, and Ben. Still writing, hopefully with a better laptop :)


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That was brilliant, Gabrielle. 

Now where can you find Evanescent and connect with, Gabrielle? Check out the following links:





Thank you so much for joining us today, Gabrielle. We look froward to reading your work and following your success. 

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