Each Tuesday, Vicki, from I’d Rather Be At The Beach hosts First Chapter First Paragraph Tuesday Intros where readers post the opening paragraph (sometime two) of a book that they are reading or plan to read. Here's my current eBook:
The Waiting Room; Emily Bleeker
Lake Union Press - 2018
Chapter One
"Nick, the baby is crying again." Veronica half turned over in her bed and slapped to the left, trying to wake her husband. "Nick," she called again, this time a little louder.
The room was dark, and colder than usual for November in North Carolina. Half-awake, she sat up and checked the alarm clock on her side of the bed, her e-book reader falling to the floor with a thump. 12:23a.m. Her eyes burned, and the invisible arms of sleep pulled her back toward the bed. She patted his spot just in case her eyes deceived her. The bed was cold and empty. Where the hell was he?
What are your thoughts about the intro? I'm at the 70% mark on my Kindle and I'm still not sure what to make of Veronica.
This sure sounds tempting to me! Can't wait to hear what you think.
ReplyDeleteIt's definitely held my interest!
DeleteWow, I love the sound of this one! Thanks for sharing, and now I want to know more. Here's mine: “BELIEVE ME”
ReplyDeleteIt's one of those that makes you want to read "just one more chapter" LOL
DeleteI'm not sure what I think .I'm curious so I would probably read for a bit more.
ReplyDeleteYes, it's an intriguing intro.
DeleteThat was pretty interesting, I'd read more to see what was going on!
ReplyDeleteYou will be wondering what is going on throughout LOL
DeleteI like this opening, and I definitely want to know more!
ReplyDeleteI'm liking it but have a few issues with the writing.
DeleteSounds good to me! I'm certainly intrigued by the opening.
ReplyDeleteYes, the intro drew me in.
DeleteI'll look forward to your review when you've finished the book. It does sound interesting. Here's the link to my FCFP and TTT: https://wp.me/p4DMf0-1DO
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by, will pop over to see your post.
DeleteSomehow it reminds me of other books and not of something original. I would probably pass.
ReplyDeleteIt is NOT original for sure but good so far.
DeleteWith that opening, I would have to continue. Haven't heard of this book before, so now I'm really curious.
ReplyDeleteIt's addictive but not the best writing IMO.
DeleteThe opening draws me in. Where's Nick? I'd read more.
ReplyDeleteThat's what I was drawn in by!
DeleteI have noticed this one and wondered about it. Sounds like one I'd keep reading. Trying to think if I've read anything else by the author. I've definitely seen her books.
ReplyDeleteIt makes you want to keep turning the pages.
DeleteWell that's an opener that grabs you - where is he? I'd love to know.
ReplyDeleteI couldn't spoil it for you -- sorry. LOL
DeleteGreat hook! I want to read this one.
ReplyDeleteGlad u liked the intro Yvonne.
DeleteSounds intriguing! I like the prompt for this series--posting the first paragraph. Will be curious to hear what you think of the whole book when you've finished reading. :)
ReplyDeleteFirst Paragraphs and First Chapters are important to me in deciding whether I want to read or move on.
DeleteI read this. Suspense and mystery.
ReplyDeleteCurious how you liked it. I will look for your review.
DeleteThe intro did it job by pulling me in, wanting to know where Nick went.
ReplyDeleteLOL - mission accomplished.
DeleteWell, that opener certainly got my attention! I want to read more.
ReplyDeleteOh good, glad u liked the intro.
DeleteI thought it was a good hook as well, Vicki.
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