I am honored and excited to share about author-friend, Jan Sikes’ most recent publication. Here is my review: An amazing story of love, Native American culture, a U.S. war hero, murder, the cartel, and a kidnapping. If those words did not get your attention and spark interest, I do not know what will. Ms. Sikes’ book is well-written and keeps the reader’s interest. This is a book that deserves 5 stars, if not more.
Thank you, Karen, for inviting me to your blog site today to talk about my new book, JAGGED FEATHERS! I appreciate your generosity.
When Vann Noble found Nakina Bird on the street in Cedar Springs, Texas, she was very ill. And she vehemently objected to a hospital or doctor. So, Vann took her to his cabin and nursed her back to health.
She hated being a burden, but felt helpless to do anything but try and get well. So, when she did finally recover, she wanted desperately to do something to repay Vann for his generosity and kindness.
EXCERPT:
(Nakina is talking) How about I cook breakfast this morning?”
“You’ll get no argument from me.”
“Are you okay, Vann?” She searched his face. “I mean really okay?”
“Okay as I can be for now.” He met her gaze. “We need to focus on our next step toward getting your dilemma resolved.”
“I thought about that a lot last night. We can talk about it later.” She pushed open the door. “Breakfast will be ready in half an hour.”
Vann touched her shoulder. “Hey, thanks.”
Champion trotted alongside her on the way back to the cabin. Something was off with Vann today. She hadn’t missed the way he’d stumbled and grabbed for the chair. Maybe his injury had flared up. Guilt gnawed at her gut. The nights of sleeping on the sofa might’ve taken their toll. She had to find a solution that he’d agree to.
She busied herself mixing flour, eggs, baking powder, and oil together to make pancake batter. As an afterthought, she added a sprinkling of cinnamon. Unable to find a griddle, she settled for a cast-iron skillet and soon had the cakes bubbling.
By the time Vann limped through the door, she had mounds of hotcakes, eggs, and bacon sitting on a platter.
He let out a whistle. “Damn! You made a breakfast fit for a king.”
Nakina chuckled. “It felt good to do something normal for a change.” She set the platter in the middle of the table along with plates and silverware.
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Do you make pancakes from scratch? I love to make them fresh rather than using a mix. Here’s my recipe.
1 egg slightly beaten
1/4 c oil
3/4 c milk (Almond Milk works great)
1 c Flour (I prefer to use Whole Wheat)
2 tsp Baking Powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
That’s it. Easy Peasy. Mix the wet ingredients together first, then add the dry. Don’t mix too much. It’s okay if they’re a little lumpy. Heat the griddle and drop by the spoonful onto the hot griddle. Flip when each pancake bubbles on top.
Have fun!!
BOOK TRAILER LINK: https://youtu.be/CwGRyRVMyLE
BLURB:
Vann Noble did his duty. He served his country and returned a shell of a man, wounded inside and out. With a missing limb and battling PTSD, he seeks healing in an isolated cabin outside a small Texas town with a stray dog that sees beyond his master’s scars. If only the white rune’s magic can bring a happily ever after to a man as broken as Vann.
On the run from hired killers and struggling to make sense of her unexplained deadly mission, Nakina Bird seeks refuge in Vann’s cabin. She has secrets. Secrets that can get them all killed.
A ticking clock and long odds of living or dying, create jarring risks.
Will these two not only survive, but find an unexpected love along the way? Or, will evil forces win and destroy them both?
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AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE: https://www.amazon.com/Jan-Sikes/e/B00CS9K8DK
KAREN INGALLS, AUTHOR, BLOGGER & SURVIVOR 
Hi, Jan. For some reason, I’m craving pancakes. Thanks for posting your recipe! Karen, what a great review! I’m loving the book!
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Lol, Patty! Gotta’ love ’em. And they’re great for supper, too! Thanks for stopping by!
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What a lovely review, Karen. How wonderful of you to help Jan spread the good news about her new book.
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I am happy to host authors and their books. Thank you for stopping by.
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Thank you, Jacqui, for stopping by and leaving a comment! Karen is such a sweet and generous host!
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Congratulations, Jan! It’s good to see Jagged Feathers everywhere. Wishing you much success. Hubby loves pancakes 🥞 so thanks for the recipe! Great hosting, Karen.
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Thank you for the comments, Linda. Good to see you.
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Thanks, Karen!
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Thank you, Linda, for stopping by and leaving a comment! I hope you enjoy using the recipe and that Hubby loves the homemade touch!
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🤗I’m buying the book too!
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I adored the simple cabin life portrayed in Jagged Feathers PS I love berries on my pancakes.
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Wendy, I too love the quiet cabin life. The beauty of nature is so peaceful. Glad you stopped by.
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Thank you for your comment, Wendy. I think a part of me longs for the simple cabin life, but I’m stuck in the middle of a huge city. It felt good to write about it. And YES to the berries!!
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I’ve never liked pancakes. (Did I hear you gasp? Lol!) They always get soggy too quickly, and I have texture issues. I do make them for my son, though. He gets the box variety. I’m not a fan of being in the kitchen, so I try not to spend much time in there, especially if I’m not eating the food myself. Great post, Jan! Thanks for sharing, Karen! 🙂
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Lol, Yvette. That’s okay. Not everyone is required to like pancakes. 🙂 I understand not wanting to spend tons of time in the kitchen when there are other more fun things to do. Thanks for stopping by!
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Yvette, I am so sorry you do not like pancakes, but I understand the texture issue or if they are soggy. Glad you enjoyed Jan’s post. Thank you for your thoughts and comments.
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Congratulations to Jan. Thanks for hosting her today, Karen
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Thanks, John!
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😊
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Thank you, John.
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😁
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Now I want pancakes. Haven’t made them in years.
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Your comment made me wonder if you’ve ever made pancakes from your sourdough starter, Craig. 🙂
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I have, but they’re never as good as the standard variety. With pancakes you don’t let the starter actually work, you just add some to the mix.
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Better make some pancakes tomorrow! They are easy and delicious.
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It’s great to see Jan featured here today with Jagged Feathers. I thoroughly enjoyed this fantastic story myself, especially her to central characters of Vann and Nakina. All the best to Jan, and thanks for hosting today, Karen!
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Thank you, Mae. I appreciate your kind words and recommendation for Jagged Feathers!
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It was a wonderful story. Thank you for your comment, Mae.
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I love pancakes and always make them from scratch. Lately its been pumpkin and coconut flour ones:) I’m a big fan of waffles too. Great review and post.
Thanks for hosting, Karen 🙂
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Yum, Denise! Pumpkin and coconut flour sounds amazing. Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment!
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Thank you for sharing your pancake ingredients. Sounds good. Thank you for stopping by.
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I never use a mix for pancakes. Always from scratch. (They’re easy, so I don’t know why people shy away from them.)
Really enjoyed this excerpt, Jan, as well as the novel itself. Wishing you much success with it.
Thank you for hosting, Karen.
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Staci, I agree that this was a great excerpt from the book. Thank you for your comment.
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I have no idea why Staci. It’s so super easy. Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment today. And thank you for the book recommendation!
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I’m fascinated with Native American culture and enjoying this book! Now I’m hungry for pancakes. 🙂 Thanks for hosting today, Karen. Jan, wishing you continued succes.
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Lol, Joan. I know, me too. And it’s cold this morning, so I just might give in to the craving and make these. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
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Joan, start flipping the pancakes and enjoy them! Thank you for visiting this segment of Jan’s blog tour.
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Another great showcase for Jagged Feathers! Congratulations, Jan. I’m so looking forward to the read. Thank you, Karen, for featuring Jan today on your lovely site. 💗
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Thank you, Gwen, for stopping by today and leaving a comment!
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I am honored to have Jagged Feathers on my blog. It was a great book by a talented writer. Thank you for your comments, Gwen.
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Great excerpt, Jan! I’m not a big fan of pancakes, so I’ve never made them from scratch. I’m sure they’re much better than a mix. Thanks for hosting today, Karen!
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Jill, welcome to the blog tour and I am glad you stopped by. Do try the pancake recipe. You will never use batter from a box again.
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Thanks for stopping by, Jill. Once you make pancakes from scratch, you’ll never use a mix again. 🙂
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Another great excerpt. I make my pancakes exactly the same way. I sometimes use 1/2 milk and 1/2 coconut flavoured yoghurt which works well too. I never use a mix! Great to see you here on the tour.
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I love pancakes and have started using the recipe as written. Thank you for sharing, Darlene.
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That’s a fabulous idea, Darlene. Adding the yogurt would make the batter thicker. I will have to try that. thanks for sharing!
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Thank you so much, Karen, for allowing me some time on your blog to talk about my new book. I truly appreciate your generosity!
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I am truly grateful for the opportunity to promote your book. You are a talented writer and an advocate for the profession of writing.
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Jan, thank you for giving me the opportunity to be a part of the blog tour. Jagged Feathers was a wonderful book.
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The thanks all goes to you, Karen! I appreciate your support! And, I’m thrilled that you enjoyed Jagged Feathers!
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That’s nice
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Thank you, prejila! I’m glad you stopped by.
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Thank you for your comment.
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