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Authors: Melissa Rolka
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Then I turn to Marisa, curiously, since she has yet to comment, “Marisa?”
“Oh, sorry, I, wow. Just wow,” she says wistfully and then pulls me into a hug. “Wait, does Dad know?” I laugh because that reminds me of the Marisa I know, always responsible.
“Yes, he does,” I say as we all laugh.
“Wow, congrats! I just can’t believe that you, I mean, I understand, but just never expected it from you.” Her eyes light up as she gives me a knowing look.
“I know … we were crazy in love,” I reply.
Ryan clears his throat. “Are, love. We
are
crazy in love.” My heart hammers fast in my chest and when his lips meet mine, right in front of my sisters I don’t hold back kissing him. Then he whispers in my ear, “I’ll be right back,” and backs away allowing me this opportunity to be girly, the center of attention and once again like a sister, a triplet.
~ One Month Later ~
To: Marisa Washington; Mya Washington
From: Mikaela Chambers
Subject: Good Morning
!
Hi girls! How are you? Good I hope. I can’t wait to hear more about what is new with your careers, friends and love lives every week
J
We should Skype next time, don’t you think?
First, like my name change? It’s a big deal for both of us. Ryan’s wanted it evident at the work place since the beginning and I was nervous it would change my interactions with everyone. Well, as you see he won this small battle.
You will never believe what is currently curled around my ankles … a puppy!? Can you believe it! I have a dog, well, Ryan and I have a dog. His name is Skunk. I know, I know … a dog named Skunk? But seriously, he’s all black except for this white stripe going down his back. He’s the sweetest thing. Makes me feel all grown up and responsible. Well, and being married does that too.
I think I told you about that client, Bill and Jill, that I lost. Well, you’ll never guess this, but I won them back. The guy is pretty much a jerk, and to be honest Ryan didn’t even want their business anymore, but I was able to smooth it all out on my own. I called him into the office and met with him privately, showing him a new version of animations. He loved it so much that he couldn’t say no! Ryan jokes that I’m on my way to being a saleswoman, ha!
Oh, I talked to Dad and he and Janet want to come out for a visit. They say they have a wedding gift for us. Hmmm, that should be interesting, right? Ryan thinks it’s a great idea.
Tonight we’re meeting Ryan’s parents for dinner at a place near us so that we’re not gone too long from Skunk. His parents have come a long way, let me tell you. His mom is even referring to Skunk as her grand-dog. Cracks me up. She’s already spoiling him rotten. I can only imagine when we have kids … ;)
Okay, Ry’s here waiting for me to go on a walk with him and Skunk along the beach.
Love you,
Mikaela
The Washington Triplets
You’ve read Mikaela’s story, now be sure to check out Mya’s and Marisa’s!
Love Discovered in New York
MYA WASHINGTON IS A REBEL.
Or at least, that’s what her family has always said. As the youngest of a set of triplets, she has always been the more rebellious of the three … even though she never considered herself a rebel.
Outspoken? Yes.
Rule Breaker? Sometimes.
Trouble Maker? Nev—occasionally.
Growing tired of being typecast and misunderstood, Mya moves to New York looking for a fresh start away from the life she grew up in, and out of the shadow of her older sisters. Striking out on her own may have put a strain on the family dynamic, but it’s the new beginning Mya was looking for.
But after the unexpected death of her mother, she is blindsided yet again by a wedding invitation she didn’t see coming. Her father’s upcoming marriage only cements the wall she’s put up around her heart. Because if her father could be such an utter disappointment, why should she even attempt to open up to any man?
Enter Colton Davis.
Love Grows in Alaska
BEING THE OLDEST WASHINGTON TRIPLET
hasn’t been easy for Marisa Washington. Labeled the “good one” at a young age embedded the burden she strived to build true. She graduated at the top of her class, never caused her parents trouble, and even settled down in their hometown of Chicago with her college boyfriend.
Her life was “perfect”, at least in the eyes of others. But when her mom unexpectedly dies, Marisa’s eyes open for the first time. She leaves her boyfriend of four years and takes a job in Alaska to gain the freedom and individuality she’s craved. After all, what would she gain by sticking around Chicago? She discovered her perfect family isn’t so perfect, and everyone she cares for left her.
Starting a new life in Anchorage, Alaska, she’s unable to escape her family’s hold when her dad’s wedding announcement comes a mere six months after her mother’s death. Attempts to contact her sisters, in order to face this together, are unsuccessful, leaving her feeling even more alone.
Her family issues have to be pushed aside when her employer sends her and three others to a team building retreat in King’s Gate. It’s the last thing Marisa wants to do, until everywhere she turns, she finds…Zach Greer
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FIRST, I WANT TO THANK
Danielle Allen for asking Michelle Lynn and I to work on this project. We worked well as a team, almost like sisters, ha! I adore both of your work and am thrilled that we went on this journey together. Each of us unique and creative just like Mya, Marisa and Mikaela.
Like always, I am extremely thankful for my husband who is supportive of my creative dreams to write. Lucky for me he’s a bit of a white knight in shining armor. Add to that list, my two munchkins who know that mommy writes and give me a little time to do that on occasion. As long as it doesn’t interfere with playing, eating, getting to sports, etc., ha!
Thank you to Cover Me, Darling for my amazing cover. It’s beautiful and perfect. All three of the covers for The Washington Triplets are top notch because of your talent.
Thank you to Perfectly Publishable for taking on this giant project and making our stories work.
I would never forget the infamous Angie Stanton from Twinsie Talk Book Reviews … thanks Angie for always having my back and still being a fan even though I’m a seriously slow, slow as a turtle at times, writer.
Book Plug Promotions, thank you for making sure we have a successful blog tour in which we keep our reader and gain some new ones.
Most importantly, I thank any and all of the fans I may have, old and new. Anytime someone reads my work and likes it I’m always grateful and amazed. Thank you for the support and encouragement to continue down this road.
MELISSA ROLKA GREW UP IN
the Chicagoland area all of her childhood and has always had a love of writing. She started by keeping a journal at a young age, and in high school she started writing poetry. A couple poems were published anonymously. Then in college she majored in Philosophy, which required lots and lots of writing. After graduating from Marquette University, she traveled west to Los Angeles. There she worked for the Writers Guild of America and found herself submerged in the writers world. She worked on small writings, but never pursued them. On the side she became involved with a small theater group. Eventually she made her way back to the Midwest, where her heart belongs, and worked in business for several years. She found love, got married and has two beautiful children. Being at home has allowed her to keep following her love of reading and writing.
The Perfect Distraction (The Perfect Series) is her first full-length novel. When Melissa is not writing, she is caring for, playing with and loving her two kids. In between taking care of her family and writing, she almost always has her nose buried in her Kindle.
The Perfect Series
The Perfect Distraction (Book 1)
The Perfect Emotion (Book 2)
The Perfect Imperfections (Book 2.5) Coming Soon