Shattered Plans, Uncertain Future: A Sneak Peek at "Melissa"

Shattered plans, uncertain future

We speed down familiar roads; a comforting melody on the radio creates a false sense of security. However, life throws curveballs. This near-miss experience is a stark reminder of life's unexpected turns and the fragility of our plans.

Author's Bio

Sci-fi author Jacklyn A. Lo crafts captivating tales that explore themes of free will, destiny, and the power of choice.

Her debut novel, "Redemption," is a time-travel adventure, while her upcoming novel, "Melissa," is a chilling exploration of ambition. 

Buckle up and prepare to be transported to new worlds and thought-provoking realities.

Excerpt "A Near Miss"

In this excerpt from my upcoming novel "Melissa," we encounter Nathan racing against time to meet Melissa for their anniversary celebration:

"The deafening CRACK split the air, followed by a bone-jarring CRUNCH.

A massive, decaying branch, as thick as his thigh at least, had plummeted from the trees. Its splintered end lodged itself stubbornly in the car's grill, mere inches from the windshield.

Nathan slammed on the brakes, the car screeching to a halt in a cloud of rotten sawdust. 

The frantic clicks of the blinker, accidentally activated in his panic, echoed the pounding of his heart, still reeling from the near miss. 

Adrenaline surged through his veins, obliterating the wild beating of his heart for a moment.

His mind raced, replaying the scene in slow motion - the plummeting branch, the sickening crunch of metal, the car's jarring halt. 

But he was alive. A wave of relief washed over him, so intense it almost felt like dizziness.

Then, a surge of anger followed. How could this happen? The thought of Melissa waiting for him, their reunion delayed by this stupid accident, sent a spike of frustration coursing through him. He clenched his fists, the anger momentarily eclipsing the dull ache in his chest."

As a writer, crafting a captivating opening scene is crucial. This excerpt from my upcoming novel "Melissa" aims to achieve just that. 

An ARC reader who reviewed the scene commented on its effectiveness, saying: "It leaves you wanting to know more about Nathan and Melissa's story." - Claude,  Advanced Reader"

Unveiling the cover art for my upcoming novel, "Melissa"

ARC Program for "Melissa" 

Witness the near miss firsthand! Become an ARC reader for "Melissa" and dive into this gripping story before it hits shelves. Help shape the final version of the novel and get early access to Nathan and Melissa's journey.  Sign up today! 

Click on the link to Sign up: https://rbjal.com/melissa-arc

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