Sunday Snippet: Curiosity Kills It

The first week of August didn't end up being horrible and hot. We did get some humidity but the temperatures weren't terrible. I didn't have any big work projects and got to focus on a lot of writing. I also had a terrific brainstorm idea that I hope to talk more about in the near future!

Solid week of viewing television in the background while I got to work on writing. I'm a little ahead of my weekly schedule and hope I can work another movie in this week.

I caught two episodes of The Snoopy Show. This is such a great thing to have on in the background when I need some noise and funny stuff.

Watched an episode of the Agatha Christie Hour. The slightly paranormal angle made me happy.

Enjoyed a two-part Silent Witness and ended up liking it a lot. A good twisty plot on this one.

Finished up an arc of Classic Who and started a new one. The cybermen made an appearance in the new arc.

Also got the last episode of Most Terrifying Places in America watched. The final episode focused on the unnatural world and had some good stories.

Caught another episode of Moon Knight. This show is such a nice mix of action and humor with some interesting lore thrown in. I really love it.

Watched the penultimate episode of Harrow. Next should be the big finale and all I have to say is nothing bad better happen to Fern or Cal. At this point, I don't care if James is a good guy or a bad guy, I'm not a fan at all. Fairley makes me so happy and Grace … well, I really hoped they wouldn't do a weird triangle thing, but it looks like that might be in store for next season, if there is one. Bleh.

Enjoyed an episode of Blue Heelers, which kind of picked up where the last one left off. Loved how the characters pieced everything together and got Nick off the hot seat for the most part. We'll see what happens on the next episode.

Caught another MasterClass lesson with Roxane Gay. She talked about consuming and criticizing culture and I took a couple of valuable points away with me. I enjoy listening to her so much.

Watched another episode of the Babysitters Club. I say it often, but I'm so disappointed this show won't have any more episodes. It's fun and witty but always has some great dramatic moments also.

Thoroughly enjoyed two Classic Rugrats episodes. The Passover episode is one of my favorites and I'd forgotten that was in season three.

Caught another episode of Driven from Passionflix. So much happened and cliffhanger end hit hard. Can't wait to watch the next one!

Have to say I'm so disappointed in Natalie's characterization on Chicago Med. I realize we're close to when she'll be leaving but, man, she definitely did Will wrong on this one. I loved Daniel's arc and the understated way he showed his grief over CeeCee's death.

Finished up The Force Awakens and I'm so glad I've watched the movie from beginning to end and not in sporadic pieces. Looking forward to episode VIII.

Watched another Batman: The Animated Series episode. This is probably my all-time favorite animated series and the Dr. Freeze storyline is a particular favorite in the first season.

Caught another episode of The Brokenwood Mysteries. This one had a lot of twists and I liked them. Gina continues to crack me up on a regular basis.

Started a new docuseries with Strangest Things. This is another show where I've bits and pieces of episodes and I'm excited to watch them in order and all the way through.

That's pretty much it for the life update this week. Tonight's post is from Curiosity Kills It, a novella that puts two coworkers that have personality conflicts on the road to becoming a couple.

Here's the mini-blurb:

Pagan and Chuck push each other's buttons … and not in a good way. But Pagan has a moment of clarity when she spies Chuck in the shower—they argue so much because they fight a powerful attraction. Hooking up may not be the answer, especially since they work together, but Pagan's curiosity gets the better of her and she has to find out.

And a snippety peek…

Chuck had to take a moment. The vivid picture of Pagan writhing underneath, on top, and bent over in front of him took up residence in his brain and sent the blood flow directly to his dick.

Damn the woman. "Now I have vivid images I can't escape." Who the hell knew he had a pornographic imagination?

Apparently Pagan did.

Once he got his hard-on under control, he kept her in his line of sight, thinking he'd confront her about playing games she shouldn't. But she had masterful skill at not being caught without company at her side. Frankly, probably better for both of them.

When she left, he breathed a sigh of relief. Until he got home. He spent all his waking time daydreaming about her. Imagining how incredible the sex would be.

Scraping a hand over his head, he growled. "I can't keep doing this."

He barely managed to get through their next shift. Pretty sure she had that very thing in mind when she made all those suggestions at the picnic. Well, he'd had enough. Time to turn the tables.

He stopped her on the way out. "Okay, you win. You planted the idea in my head and now I can't close my eyes without picturing us hot, sweaty, and naked together." Leaning in, he pitched his voice low. "And this whole thing better not turn out to be a bet." He'd commit violence if anyone had money riding on this.

Pagan held up her hands. "No bets, Chuck. Not even I'm that desperate for cash."

He grunted. "Fine. What's your next move?" He hoisted his go-bag over his shoulder.

Pagan flashed smile. "Not mine, Chuck. Ours." She started for the door. "And I suggest grabbing some breakfast to discuss what happens next."

She didn't name the place, but he had no doubt where to go. Roxanne's Diner … two blocks up from the station.

I'm having a lot of fun writing this one. I love characters that have a flash moment of realization that kind of changes everything.

 

That's it for this week. Happy reading!

Skylin