From Gods (Descendant Prophecies) by Mary Ting
Did you just see a flash of lightning across the sky on a clear sunny day? Don’t blame Mother Nature.
Skylar Rome should have been having the best summer ever, before heading off to college. Suddenly her whole life changes while visiting her cousin, and meeting the Grand brothers; Mason, in particular. Though she’s sure he is someone she should stay away from, the attraction was undeniable.
Strange things begin to happen, throwing Skylar’s life into turmoil. Implausibly, she gets caught up in a world where the descendants of ancient gods have super powers, and evil beings are after her. Not only are her discoveries difficult to accept, but now she is running out of time and running for her life, while trying to unravel the mystery of what they want from her.
Forced into a battle set into motion long before she was born, will Skylar find the answers she seeks, or will she die trying?
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Praise for From Gods:
"A fast paced adventure full of mystery, action, magic and romance! Readers won't be able to put this book down!" ~ InD'tale Magazine
"This
was just the jolt I needed! Mary Ting offers us mythology fans her own
electrifying spin on Demi-God Greatness filled with suspense, comedy,
romance, & mystery! I am officially a From Gods' Fan!! Can. Not. Wait. For. More. " ~ Jeni's Bookshelf
"A story that is Electrifying with love. Get ready to be shocked!" ~ Janie, Crossangels
"From Gods takes mythology to a whole new level of imagination with its incredible plot and amazing characters. It's full of hotness that you never want to end!" ~ Michele, Insane About Books
"From Gods by the AMAZING AUTHOR Mary Ting is OMGods good!! If you even LIKE Greek Mythology, set aside some time because you will DEVOUR Mary Ting's Demi Gods and Vultures!!!" ~ Mindy, Books Complete Me
"This book is "electric" as it blends paranormal romance, mythology (which I love), action and suspense together for an amazing read. Mary Ting, you've done it again! This book exceeded my expectations and I was literally blown away as if I were struck by lightning!" ~ Vanessa, Fairiechick's Fantasy Book Reader
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Teaser:
Mason’s
voice was sweet and caring. It was this side of him that made Skylar
forget about his rude self. She always knew there was a wonderful side
to him. She could just feel it when she first looked into his soulful
eyes. “What will you say to them? Won’t they be looking for him?”
“I’ll
figure something out. But that is not the reason I came here. I came to
make sure you were okay, and since you weren’t answering your text, I
thought...actually, I didn’t know what to think. I knew Remus went out
and when he does, he’s out pretty late. I’m actually appalled. I never
thought he could...well...he did have anger issues, but that’s not an
excuse for what he did. I didn’t want you to think I left you there so
Remus could do what he did, even though I had no idea what he did at
first. You didn’t think that, did you?”
Skylar couldn’t remember if
that ever crossed her mind, and since she didn’t want to make him feel
bad, she shook her head. “No...I didn’t.”
“Good, because you may think I’m what you would call a ‘bad boy.’ I would never hurt you physically. I’m not that bad.”
Skylar gave a short smile and almost giggled, but stopped when his finger traced the cut on her lower right lip.
“Remus
did this to you, didn’t he?” For a brief moment he closed his eyes and
inhaled a deep breath, as if he was trying to suppress the anger that
seemed to have crept up on him. Delicately, he brushed it again. “I’m
sorry.”
The small gesture of his simple touch drove Skylar into a
whirlwind of heated emotions. He was already sitting way too close, and
every time she turned her head to speak, all she could do was think
impure thoughts. In order to avoid something she might regret doing, she
nodded to answer and pulled back, making Mason drop his hand.
“You
should smile more often. It makes me smile,” he said unexpectedly.
Blushing like she’d never blushed before, she looked away shyly. “How
did you get back home? You didn’t fly, did you?” “Nooo,” Skylar took in
his teasing. “I...well...kind of...borrowed Remus’s car.” “Borrowed,
huh? I think it’s more like stealing.”
Unsure if Mason was joking again by his tone, she tensed up. “I—”
“I think I need to call the cops. Maybe I should call Doug. What do you think, Ms. Rome?” Mason chuckled.
He
had called her Ms. Rome the night they met. Skylar couldn’t believe his
sense of humor tonight. Laughing like a schoolgirl, she held on to the
moment. After what had happened just a couple of hours ago, his presence
gave her comfort and put her mind and heart at ease.
“If you don’t
mind, I’m going to drive his car home.” “Yes, of course. The key is on
top of the dresser. Then, what about your car?” “I didn’t drive here.”
“Then...how did you get here?” Mason leaned over and whispered, “It’s my
little secret.” The small breeze from his warm breath in her ear sent
tingly awareness all over her.
Brushing away the thought of his lips
on hers, she tried to focus on other things. Knowing he had super
abilities, it didn’t surprise her that he ran there. Most likely, he
figured out she’d taken Remus’s car to get home, so he came to retrieve
it.
“It’s way past your bedtime, and you have to work tomorrow. I
should go.” He got up and gave her his hand. The force of his pull made
her leap into his arms. Inhaling a small gasp, she immediately drowned
in their tangled bodies. In his arms she felt small, but safe for the
very first time. From that moment, she knew without a doubt that she
could trust him.
Mason finally released Skylar after gazing into her
eyes longer than usual. “Umm...I should go now.” His eyes scanned her
from head to toe as he guided her to her bed. “So...is this what you
wear to bed?”
Warmth flushed to her cheeks. She suddenly realized she
wasn’t wearing a bra, and immediately got into bed and pulled the sheet
above her chest.
He gave a mischievous grin, twitching his brows.
“Why?”
She examined what she wore...short shorts and a tank top. “What’s wrong
with what I’m wearing? Should I be wearing something else?”
“Kind of skimpy, don’t you think?”
Great!
He was back to being himself again. “Kind of skimpy? It’s hot,” she
stated. Suddenly, she felt like she was exposing herself.
“It’s hot alright. Wear something longer next time, or else I may not be able to control myself.”
Skylar flushed with warmth again. He was actually flirting with her.
“Close
your eyes,” he said, guiding her lower until her head was on the
pillow. Then he sat on the edge of the bed. Flexing his muscles, he
pressed his hands on either side of the pillow, and the intensity of the
want and need in his eyes as he looked at her left her breathless. His
eyes traveled to her lips, then back up to her eyes, and stayed there as
he slowly moved to close the distance.
Withering beneath him,
Skylar’s breath was still caught in her chest. His close proximity
aroused every inch of her, and undeniable desire brewed in the energy
between them. The pitter- patter of her heart made her chest rise and
fall quickly as, anticipating his lips on hers, she could already taste
his sweetness. Her lips parted, ready for him as he lowered toward
her...closer...closer. Instead, with what seemed to take a great amount
of effort from him, he found a spot and nuzzled the side of her neck.
“Close
your eyes.” He huffed out a heavy, rough breath, as if he was trying to
restrain himself from something he wanted to do. His hot breath brushed
against the side of her neck, making her quiver in all the right
places.
Frozen in place, Skylar had to gather herself before she
could speak from the let down. “Close my eyes? But, you’re still here.”
Her words could barely escape her lips. Snuggling into her pillow, she
tried to shake off the heated daze.
Raking his hair back, he sat up,
looking overcome. “Stop talking, Echo, or you’re going to the naughty
corner.” His lips stretched into a smug half grin. Oh...that grin he
does so well, frisky and sexy at the same time.
“And if I don’t? What are you going to do, spank me? No...are you going to shock me?”
He twitched his brows playfully. “You really want to know? We can do both and see how that feels.”
With
no comeback, she sank deeper into the mattress, hiding beneath the
sheet, secretly thinking how hot but twisted that sounded.
His hand
reached over, covering her eyes. “Go to sleep, Echo.” His authoritative
tone was final, but she was up for the challenge.
“My name isn’t
Echo, and you’re still here,” she yawned, feeling extremely lethargic,
waiting for his response. When she didn’t feel the lightweight over her
eyes, she opened them. There was no sign of him, or any evidence he had
gone out the door.
About the Author:
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Mary
Ting resides in Southern California with her husband and two children.
She enjoys oil painting and making jewelry. Writing her first novel,
Crossroads Saga, happened by chance. It was a way to grieve the death of
her beloved grandmother, and inspired by a dream she once had as a
young girl. When she started reading new adult novels, she fell in love
with the genre. It was the reason she had to write one-Something Great.
Why the pen name, M Clarke? She tours with Magic Johnson Foundation to
promote literacy and her children’s chapter book-No Bullies Allowed.
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A mysterious stranger enters Skylar’s inner circle, throwing her life out of balance. As secrets are revealed, she learns of the New Olympus, a dwelling for the descendants of the Gods. The Grand family must work together with these descendants to discover the key to their rescue from the clutches of the evil vultures of Hades, whose numbers are growing. As the threat increases, Skylar must learn to control her newfound powers before it’s too late.
Did you just see a flash of lightning across the sky on a clear sunny day? Don’t blame Mother Nature.
