Clutched in a fervent embrace, Nicky inhaled his scent, her dimples on full display. “I love you, Mac,” she declared breathily into his ear. There were no other words she needed to say.
Pulling back from her, he cupped her cheeks in his hands, his eyes glistening with tears as the crowd grew louder around them, anticipating his acceptance of the coveted award. “I love ye, mo leannan.”
Grasping her by the hand, he pulled her into the aisle, the two of them making their way to the stage among the throng of dizzying accolades.
Their love story would forever be remembered in the original melodies and lyrics of Reid Macpherson’s acclaimed album, shared with generations to come. She was his muse, and he was her happily-ever-after. They were a love song in the flesh, joined together through music and longing, loyalty, and heartache. They were together at long last – and together, they made history.
THE END
Nicky & Mac’s Playlist
Here are a few favorite songs that inspired my writing for I’ll See You Again ~
Adore You – Harry Styles
By Your Side – Sade
Let Go – Like Swimming
One Tree Hill – U2
For the Sake of the World – Bethel Music
I Will Wait – Mumford & Sons
God Only Knows – John Legend
Satellite – Ben Abraham
Poison & Wine – The Civil Wars
Fields of Gold – Sting
All We Ever Do Is Say Goodbye – John Mayer
How Would You Feel – Ed Sheeran
I Could Not Ask For More – Edwin McCain
Sparks – Coldplay
Dirty Laundry – Don Henley
Let Me Love You – DJ Snake, Justin Bieber
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor – Sergei Rachmaninoff
Kiss Me – Ed Sheeran
The Way You Look Tonight – Frank Sinatra
Enjoy these tunes on the exclusive
I’ll See You Again SPOTIFY playlist!
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
So…this is my tenth novel, y’all! WOW! Pop the champagne – as Mac would say, Slàinte! This entire series has been a blast to write. I’ve loved these characters so hard! There are so many people I need to thank.
First and foremost, thank you to my husband and partner in life, Ladd Fletcher (no, he is not Scottish. He’s a born and bred Southerner, LOL!) You have always believed in me more than I ever believed in myself. Thank you for allowing me to take this time to figure it out – for working so hard so I can follow my purpose.
Thank you to my critique partner and editor, C.B. Deem for introducing me to Outlander. This book is dedicated to you and your powerful love for all things Scottish. This story is all your fault! I could not have done a Scottish romance without you. Thanks for taking a chance on me and this project – you rocked it! I am incredibly grateful for you and our friendship. As always, you make me a better writer. I love you!
Thank you to Vicky Burkholder, my long-time editor and friend for doing a final proof on this project – even in the middle of a downsizing move! Your words of encouragement humble me always.
Thank you, Eva Talia, my cover artist at Bookish Gals. This cover is so dreamy and magical! I can’t help but stare at all the pretty covers in the entire Reigning Hearts Series.
To my ARC & beta readers – thank you for the honest feedback and dedication to this series. There really are no words. For Pam and all the bloggers associated with Love2Read Romance, Colleen and all the bloggers at Itsy Bitsy Book Bits, and Maia at Silver Dagger, THANK YOU for your attention to detail and your encouragement. I can’t imagine a book release without this incredible team of women!
For my readers and the amazing author community – you continue to rock my world! I have appreciated all of your kind comments on my social media posts, and your private messages during this pandemic. It’s been a traumatic time for all of us. Thank goodness we can all escape into the wonderful world of books! The consistent reviews you have posted on Goodreads, BookBub and Amazon are virtual hugs I cherish. I consider you all part of my family.
I sincerely hope you have enjoyed the Reigning Hearts Series as much as I have enjoyed writing it. I am working on the audio books for each book in the series now! Yes, I am narrating all of them myself – my BFA has come in handy & I’ve enjoyed dusting off my acting chops. It’s been the perfect side hustle during quarantine (me, in my closet, alone with all my book boyfriends…HA!)
Stay tuned – and remember, love always wins!
KG
xoxo
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Dubbed, “The Singing Author,” KG Fletcher lives in her very own frat house in Atlanta, GA with her husband Ladd and three sons. As a singer/songwriter in Nashville, TN, she became a recipient of the “Airplay International Award” for “Best New Artist” showcasing original songs at The Bluebird Café. She earned her BFA in theater at Valdosta State University, and has traveled the world professionally as a singer/actress. She currently gets to play rock star as a backup singer in the National Tour, “Remember When Rock Was Young – the Elton John Tribute,” www.almosteltonjohn.com She is also a summer artist-in-residence at her alma mater performing roles in musicals for the Peachstate Summer Theatre program, her favorite roles to date being Donna in Mamma Mia!, and Marmee in Little Women the Musical.
KG is a hopeless romantic continuing her work on her original cabaret act called, “The Novel Romantic – an unexpected evening of sweet & spicy love” to help promote her romance novels. As a full-time indie-artist, a particularly thrilling moment was when her Amazon best-selling romance novel, Georgia Pine became a 2019 Maggie Award of Excellence Finalist. KG loves to interact with readers on social media, and is a conference speaker sharing how music can enhance a writer’s experience. For more info about tour dates (and FREE concert tickets), go to www.kgfletcherauthor.com/contact.html
Georgia Clay
(Excerpt)
Book One in the Southern Promises Series
(Entire series now available in a Box Set!)
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“Stace? Who is that guy over there?” She pointed toward the entryway and watched the handsome man throw his head back and laugh among the group surrounding him.
Stacey swiveled her body effortlessly to look over her shoulder to where Katie was pointing, recognition immediately crossing her flushed face. She turned back with an eyebrow raised. “Don’t you remember the guy everyone used to call, ‘Cowboy’? That’s him. He’s some big wig in Nashville now or something. You oughta go over and say ‘hey.’ He’s kinda cute, don’t you think?”
Katie propped her head onto her hand and leaned on the table. “That’s ‘Cowboy?’ You mean, Clay Watkins, right? The new kid who came our senior year?”
“Cowboy, Clay, whatever,” Stacey replied. Brent was back at their table handing out drinks, diverting her attention once again.
With her best friend preoccupied, Katie studied Clay from afar. He was a lot taller than she remembered, his lean physique fitting perfectly in black denim. His dark hair was longer than most guys, curling around his ears and neck. His muscles bulged in the tight tee he wore as he shoved his hands into his pockets. She vaguely remembered him from their Senior Variety Show. He was tall and gangly back then; a shy boy who had moved to Atlanta the summer before their senior year. She had felt sorry for him. He kept mostly to himself and it was only during that last week of school where people really took notice of him. The brave boy got up on stage the night of the show with an acoustic guitar and sang a song he had written. It was very John Mayer-ish, and the audience went wild when he finished. She remembered feeling something back then when he performed—something like a premonition that he was going to go far with his amazing talent.
She looked to her right and no
ticed Brent and Stacey smiling back at her. Brent had his arm stretched across the top of Stacey’s chair. The flashbacks of them as a couple in high school were uncanny.
“What?”
“He’s single, and he’s very successful,” Brent announced with a devilish grin.
Perplexed, Katie leaned back into her chair taking a hefty sip of her drink. “So?”
“Girl! You need to at least say hello. I remember back in the day you were really impressed by his performance.”
“I was?”
Stacey ignored her last comment and turned to Brent, their faces inches apart. “Do you remember the variety show and that stupid dance we did?”
Hip-hop was all the rage when they were seniors and Stacey had somehow talked Brent into joining her on the stage as a faux-bodyguard. Dressed in head-to-toe black and sunglasses, her devoted boyfriend stood during the entire song with his arms crossed while Stacey danced around him. It was hysterical.
“How could I ever forget?” he chuckled. Katie knew right then her best friend was going to get lucky that night by the way they were looking at each other.
“I need the ladies room. Care to join me?” she asked.
Stacey looked up with big, green eyes. “I’m okay right now.” She offered a sweet, innocent smile. Katie knew that naughty look.
“Suit yourself.”
She was glad to be out of the stuffy, loud ballroom and blinking lights, the cooler, air-conditioned hallway a welcome relief. While washing her hands in the restroom, she chatted with another girl who she had shared oceanography class with many years ago. As she pulled open the bathroom door to exit, she nearly collided with Clay Watkins.
“Whoa!” His baritone voice was smooth like butter.
“Oh God, I’m sorry! I didn’t mean to exit without looking.” She stepped back and palmed the wall.
The girl from oceanography exited and eyed the two of them before making her way back to the party.
“Katie Parker, right?”
She swallowed hard while looking into his handsome face, aware that she felt weak in the knees. He was even more attractive up close. His mesmerizing, caramel-colored eyes looked back at her and she couldn’t help but notice right away tiny gold flecks circling the irises. His jawline was chiseled, and his lips were full and wet, no doubt from a sip of something he had just finished. His dark hair was tousled, and she had the sudden urge to bring her fingertips up to his head to get tangled in the softness.
When she realized he had read her full name on the tacky sticker attached to her blouse, she could feel her face grow hot. “Um, yes. That’s correct. And you’re Cow…Clay. Clay Watkins.”
His smile rivaled the sun glinting off the ocean. “Yes. That’s correct.” Was he mocking her?
“Well, it’s good to see you, Clay. How’s life?”
He shrugged and looked down at his boots while shoving his hands into his pockets, making his biceps more noticeable. When his bedroom eyes met hers again, she swooned. “Life is good. How about you?”
The way he was looking at her made her hands tremble with nerves. She grasped them in front of her skirt hoping he didn’t notice. What was happening to her? “It’s good.”
His expression was humored. “Good.”
They stared at each other for several seconds before Clay looked out into the lobby then back at her. Her heart sank, hoping that a lucky female wasn’t waiting for him, his next question taking her by surprise.
“You thirsty? Can I buy you a drink?” He seemed so relaxed and at ease. His invitation had her coming undone. The gorgeous male standing in front of her was nothing like the shy boy back in high school. His charm and easygoing attitude was a total turn-on.
Snuggle up with the Southern Promises Series which includes full-length standalone romances full of chivalrous men and their strong, Southern women.
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Georgia Clay – A Friends to Lovers Romance
Georgia On My Mind – An Opposites Attract Romance
*Georgia Pine – A Second Chance Sports Romance
(*2019 Maggie Award Finalist)
Other Titles By KG Fletcher:
Reigning Hearts Series
(Coming soon to Audible!)
Run to the Sea
Stars Fall From the Sky
A Sun So Bright
I’ll See You Again
Southern Promises Series
(Now available in a BOX SET!)
Georgia Clay
Georgia On My Mind
*Georgia Pine
(*2019 Maggie Award of Excellence Finalist)
Single Titles
Unexpected
Love Song
The Nearness of You
Praise for KG Fletcher:
“I can’t put into words what it is about this author’s writing that draws me in & doesn’t let go, literally till the end.”
~ Goodreads Reviewer
“Well-written stories with simply addictive storylines. KG Fletcher’s characters are relatable & lovable, sweet & sexy.”
~ Blushing Book Reviews
“Beautifully written, expertly crafted & so, so romantic.”
~ Author, GiGi Blume
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