Welcome to our Steampunk Revelry.
Dance with us. Have a cup of sherry and board our dirigible. Today we celebrate Eva Gordon’s new release, Hand of Miriam, A Bayla and the Golem Novel.
Read the excerpt from Hand of Miriam, Play Two chops crossword puzzle game, and enter the Rafflecopter for a:
PRIZE UPDATE: Congrats to Mary M!
I am thrilled to be a guest at Steampunk Coffee Time, and overjoyed to share the release of my new steampunk, novel, Hand of Miriam, A Bayla and the Golem Novel.My story leans more toward the gothic romance dark urban fantasy spectrum. I also include Jewish elements. If you like paranormal romance, urban fantasy and alternative history, you will enjoy Hand of Miriam.
Here is the premise: A Victorian world of supernatural creatures, magnificent airships, a secret society, and one bluestocking adventuress who, threatened by evil seeks protection by awakening the golem.
Sound intriguing? Good, because there are more stories in the works. Hand of Miriam is book 1 of a duology in Bayla and the Golem novels, which will continue with Book 2, Her Majesty’s Witch. My universe will continue with the steampunk adventures of other corseted but brainy members of the exclusive Bluestocking Adventuress Club.
Book Blurb
On an archaeological expedition, Bayla Gideon, is widowed by a supernatural force and branded with the Hand of Miriam or Knowing Eye. Threatened by evil, she awakens the golem; a mythical man of clay, who protected the Jewish community over three centuries ago.
The golem, Gesher, is surprised. Freedom –by a beautiful, enchanting woman. His desire is to return to the celestial spheres and regain his status as an avenging angel. Yet, Bayla challenges his mind, body and soul. Would he risk his return to the heavens for her?
Besides, dealing with the otherkind, mad inventors and an unrelenting matchmaking aunt, Bayla is equally determined to resist her steamy attraction to the striking fallen angel.
Thrust into a malevolent war, which includes facing Jack the Ripper, they must resist the magnetic pull toward each other, while protecting the world from encroaching evil.
Book Excerpt
Bayla unlocked the Gemmatridon and held it as instructed.
The talismans on the cover shifted into gears that twisted in rapid circles, and buzzed like irate bees while emitting light. Startled, she fumbled withit. The box opened. Inside was a small parchment. The instructions dictated that it be placed in the golem’s mouth. She carefully removed the ancient scroll and with trembling hands set it in the slit that had to be its mouth. Immediately, the parchment sunk in as if swallowed by quicksand and vanished. The chamber shook as if an earthquake had struck. She fell back still holding the box. Sitting sprawled on the floor, she froze in terror.Thankfully, the tremor stopped.
A blinding bright light erupted from the crate and the golem roared a deep menacing bellow from within.
Bayla dropped the box. What have I done? She closed her eyes from the blazing brightness and wrapped her arms and head over her knees. Like a candle snuffed out, the light vanished. The golem’s holler subsided into a grumbling moan, as if awakened from its slumber.
She dared look. The golem sat in the crate. She suppressed a scream on seeing his rigid red-stone face. He looked like a misshapen man made of hard red rock. An aleph was added in front of met. The Hebrew word for truth, emet, now inscribed on his forehead, permitting it life. It slowly rose and stepped out. Tall, its square head almost touched the ceiling. It wasn’t too monstrous in stature, perhaps six-foot-seven, and within the range of human height. It blinked open gray eyes and stared at her. His eyes were the only part that looked remotely human and revealed his soul, by holding her gaze as if he knew her.
Bayla scooted back on her bottom but kept her eyes on him. There was a connection, a warm bond that eased her fear. She couldn’t read its thoughts. Was it because it had none?
The golem turned his head to the side and spoke in a deep baritone voice, “You are a woman.”
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Buy Links:
| Amazon Kindle UK | Amazon.ca | BN Nook | Smashwords
iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/hand-of-miriam/id778243910?mt=11
About Eva Gordon
Ready for her steampunk universe.
Eva Gordon writes genre bending paranormal/fantasy/steampunk and historical novels with a strong romantic element. She loves to create stories that combine her passion for mythology, steamy romance, and action/suspense. Her imagination takes her from one universe to the next. Thus far, she has several series lined up as well as single titles waiting in line for production.
Book 2, Her Majesty’s Witch, A Bayla and the Golem Novel, will be released Spring or Summer 2014. Her intension is a duology. Unless, readers want more Bayla and the Golem stories.
Note: Hand of Miriam is Book 1 of a duology in Bayla and the Golem novels, which will continue after Book 2, Her Majesty’s Witch, with the steampunk adventures of other corseted but brainy members of the exclusive Bluestocking Adventuress Club.
Her Paranormal Romance Books
Lycan Gladiator is book 1 in her paranormal wolfish romance historical series, The Wolf Maiden Saga. Released August 2013. Book 2, Wolf Knight in King Arthur’s Court is with her editor at Corvallis Press.
Apocalyptic Moon is book 1 in her After the Bane series (paranormal romance/zombie apocalypse) Released May 2013 by The Wild Rose Press. Book 2, Raven Moon has just been released on Kindle Select.
The Stone of the Tenth Realm, her epic fantasy backlist novel will be revised and released in the near future.
Eva has a BS in Zoology and graduate studies in Biology. She once taught high school Biology, Environmental Science and Anatomy/Physiology. When not in her den writing, she can be found at steampunk conventions, at work at the raptor rehabilitation center, wolf sanctuaries, or to satisfy her inner Hemingway on some global eco-adventure.
Learn more about Eva Gordon below
Website | Blog | Amazon Author Page | Like Page on Face Book | Goodreads |Twitter
Greetings and salutations,
I’m so happy you made it to my Revelry in honor of my new steampunk novel, Hand of Miriam.
I look forward to all your questions and comments. I will pop in between today (Jan. 30) and Tuesday (Feb.4) to socialize and share a cup of tea.
I have to admit I first fell in love with the cover art of Hand of Miriam when I saw it a few days ago. I love the premise and the excerpt was truly a taste teaser. I have added this intriguging and fun sounding read to my wishlist and TBR and am looking forward to the read. Congratulations on the release. Rubs hands together, now inquiring minds want to know LOL Once we finish this treat will be be able to look forward to more from Bayla (I can already tell I am going to like her)? Thank you for sharing with us today, the crossword was fun. I can’t get the Raffle thingy to work, but that is okay, I really enjoyed the post today 🙂
Hi Denise,
I’m so happy you find the teaser intriguing. And yes, book 2, Her Majesty’s Witch, A Bayla and the Golem Novel is in the works.
Hmm. Sorry about the raffle thingy. Check back, I will contact the web lady.
Thank you and let’s connect on facebook, to follow my work. 🙂
I am a fan of steampunk, and I look forward to reading your book. The idea of the golem being a fallen angel is unique and very interesting. I also read books where the hero is a fallen angel. This is definitely a unique and very different combination. I am also looking forward to book 2.
Thank you Dorothy. I’ve always loved golem folklore. It was fun putting a new spin on the golem story. Follow me to stay posted. 🙂
Enjoyed the excerpt. Thanks for the giveaway.
Thank you, Jana. 🙂
Nice excerpt
I enjoyed the excerpt and look forward to reading this series.
That was an interesting scene. Enjoyed the imaginery
I love the golem! Not too many stories have a golem. Enjoyed the excerpt. Thanks for the contest.
I thought the excerpt was tantalizing and I want to read more. 😀
Hi,
Thank you. I’m so happy you are all excited about a golem story. I have a fantasy I wrote a while back with a golem (the more traditional type and only as a side character) in it as well, and I’m thinking of re-releasing it since I have my rights back from the publisher.
Did you know that the golem story influenced Mary Shelly’s Frankenstein.
Talk soon. 🙂