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NEW RELEASE: Surrender to Sin by Nicola Davidson @NicolaMDavidson

Today, I’m thrilled to have Nicola Davidson here on the blog, sharing a brand new historical romance release with us!

Surrender to Sin

Lord Sebastian St. John, co-owner of Fallen, London’s most scandalous pleasure club, is known as Sin for good reason. Yet when Lady Grace Carrington begs for his help destroying her reputation, Sin can’t turn the ton’s most proper lady away.

Obedient daughter and young widow, Grace has had enough of being controlled. When her father arranges a second loveless marriage, Grace plans a fortnight of defiant self-ruination to stop the wedding. But as she falls for Sin, will two weeks be enough?

Series Name: Fallen

Genre: Regency romance
Heat level: Melt your socks off
ISBN: 9781682813669

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Tell us something fun about the hero.

Sin is the son of a former courtesan, and knows how precarious a woman’s situation can be. He can’t resist helping a lady in need.

How did you celebrate when this book first launched?

With a big bowl of chocolate ice cream and a soda. All about the wild in this household!

How did you get hooked on historical romance?

I was recommended books written by Judith McNaught and Jude Deveraux. Then I found Mary Jo Putney, Bertrice Small, Virginia Henley, Nicole Jordan, Susan Johnson, Julia Quinn…and happily fell down the rabbit hole forever.

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NEW RELEASE: Dance With Destiny by Becky Lower @BeckyLower1

Today, I’m thrilled to have Becky Lower here on the blog, sharing a brand new historical romance release with us!

Dance With Destiny

Indian drifter Raoul could not have planned for the sizzling emotions that surface when he comes near Susannah, nor the love he feels for her children. When he realizes that Susannah returns his feelings, he knows he must leave—for how can he stay close by knowing she can never be his? Dance With Destiny, Civil War romance.

Genre: American historical romance
Heat level: One or two love scenes
ISBN: 9781540745095

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What was your inspiration for this story?

This book is taken directly from my family tree. We’d always been told we had American Indian blood, but DNA proved otherwise. This book is an attempt at an explanation of the story we’d all been told.

Have you ever based a character on a real person?

The heroine in this book, Susannah, is my great-great grandmother and her daughter, Missouria is my great-grandmother, neither of whom I was lucky enough to meet. But, in the writing of this book, I feel I know them both very well.

Who was your first auto-buy historical romance author?

The first historical romance I remember is Jude Deveraux’s A Knight In Shining Armor.

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99c SALE: Too Wicked to Kiss by Erica Ridley @KensingtonBooks @EricaRidley

On sale for only 99¢ for a limited time!

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HIS TOUCH HOLDS HER CAPTIVE…

From the ravens circling its spires to the gargoyles adorning its roof, Blackberry Manor looms ominously over its rambling grounds. And behind its doors, amid the flickering shadows and secret passageways, danger lies in wait.



TO HIS EVERY DARK DESIRE…

Evangeline Pemberton has been invited to a party at the sprawling estate of reclusive Gavin Lioncroft, who is rumored to have murdered his parents. Initially, Gavin’s towering presence and brusque manner instill fear in Evangeline…until his rakish features and seductive attentions profoundly arouse her. But when a guest is murdered, Evangeline is torn. Could the man to whom she is so powerfully drawn, also be a ruthless killer?

Regency-set Gothic Historical Romance Novel

Scoundrels & Secrets series #1

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NEW RELEASE: The Princess Dilemma by Heather Hiestand @HeatherHiestand

Today, I’m thrilled to have Heather Hiestand here on the blog, sharing a brand new historical romance release with us!

The Princess Dilemma

England, 1837: In the game of kings, there can be only one winner, but a second chance at love is worth more than any throne…

As a British army colonel, Edward FitzPrince deals with dangerous secrets every day. When his mother dies and he learns he may have a claim to the British throne, he quickly finds himself out of his depths. The Scottish-born soldier discovers life in London and political maneuvering foreign indeed.

Genre: Victorian Romance
Heat level: One or two love scenes

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What was your inspiration for this story?

Queen Victoria’s father had a couple of illegitimate children before marrying. What if one of them was legitimate?

How much research do you do?

Royal marriage law is very complicated and changeable, as is United Kingdom marriage law in general. My entire premise rested on getting the facts correct!

Who was your first auto-buy historical romance author?

Carla Kelly

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History as window dressing, or history as part of the plot?

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Dukes of War Boxed Set (Vol 2)

Dukes of War Boxed Set (Books 5-8)

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Book 5: The Brigadier’s Runaway Bride

After being left for dead on the battlefield, Brigadier Edmund Blackpool is scarred inside and out. He fights his way home only to discover his intended before the altar with his best friend. He’ll be the one to marry her, no matter what she wants! But when his new bride disappears with his child, he must reopen his wounds to win the most important battle of his life.

Book 6: The Pirate’s Tempting Stowaway

Captain Blackheart leads a simple life of roving the seas, wenching and treasure-hunting. He steers clear of romantic entanglements that could tie him to land. He shouldn’t have any trouble keeping his hands off the gently-bred lady he’s commissioned to abduct—except his cargo turns out to be feisty and passionate! She’d be a prize worth treasuring, if having her aboard didn’t jeopardize everything…

Book 7: The Duke’s Accidental Wife

The Duke of Ravenwood isn’t cold and haughty, but a secret romantic who has always dreamt of marrying for love. Instead, he gets Miss Katherine Ross — a headstrong hoyden intent on unraveling his carefully ordered world. He doesn’t know whether to kiss her or throttle her. Can they survive each other’s company long enough to turn a compromise into love?

The #9 New York Times bestseller and #37 USA Today bestseller!

Book 8: All I Want

He taught her to trust. He taught her to love. And then he left her behind without a word. Tonight he’s back. Whether for a moment or forever depends on the turn of a card. Twenty-one to win—or to lose it all. Their future hinges on her dealing him the right card…

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SALE: To Wager the Marquis of Wolverstone by Bronwen Evans @bronwenevansnz

Today, I’m thrilled to have Bronwen Evans here on the blog, sharing a historical romance for less than a dollar!

To Wager the Marquis of Wolverstone

They Say Revenge is Sweet…

Marcus Danvers, the Marquis of Wolverstone, is renowned for his cynical demeanor. It’s rumored that long ago, a beautiful woman broke his heart. Now he lives life for pleasure. He’s the consummate, handsome rake. If anyone tries to get too close—let’s just say his bark is as bad as his bite. That is, until the beautiful, as she is deceitful, Contessa Orsini re-enters his life with a wager he cannot resist. When he wins, he’ll have Sabine exactly where he wants her..

Series Name: Wicked Wagers

Genre: Regency Romance
Heat level: One or two love scenes

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Tell us something fun about the heroine.

Where was Sabine born? Read the excerpt on my website.

Where do you get your ideas?

From things I read or see on TV. How would that be dealt with in the Regency era?

Who is your latest auto-buy historical romance author?

What great historical romances have you read in 2016?

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Throwback Thursday: A Masquerade at Vauxhall Gardens with Susana Ellis @susanaauthor

Today, I’m thrilled to have Susana Ellis here on the blog, sharing a fabulous historical tidbit with us!

A Masquerade at Vauxhall Gardens

On 26 August 1812 at Vauxhall Gardens was held an elaborate masquerade in honor of the military victories on the Peninsula. Featured at this event was a spectacular transparency of a Chinese Temple, several illuminations, and both Turkish and military music.

Masquerades were popular at Vauxhall, not least because the fancy dress and masks enabled visitors to conceal their identities and engage in bolder and perhaps even scandalous behavior behind the tall hedges of the Dark Walk. Dominoes and masks could be purchased across the street from Vauxhall’s entrance, although the more well-heeled guests tended to have their costumes custom-made.

A memorable character at Vauxhall was C.H. Simpson, who served as Master of Ceremonies from 1797 to 1835. Simpson, who wore a top hat and silver-mounted cane was best known for his elaborate bows and over-the-top politeness. His comical manner was also useful in diffusing quarrels and other difficult situations among inebriated visitors.

The appearance of this gentleman was in keeping with the oddity of his character. He was a short man, with a large head, a plain face, pitted with the small-pox, a thin thatch of hair plastered with pomatum and powder. His body and limbs were encased in black cloth of antique cut, and occasionally his head was covered with a hat as heavy as a coal-scuttle, or a life-guardsman’s helmet. This awkwardly constructed piece of felt was more often in his hand than on his head. He was continually bowing to everybody he met — he was the very climax of obsolete politeness; the most obsequious and painstaking man to oblige everybody and express his gratitude for their condescension in giving trouble, that I ever remember to have met with.*

Vauxhall Gardens had always been known for its patriotic spirit through its music, (Thomas Arne, composer of Rule Britannia, was music director for more than thirty years), paintings, oratory, and elaborate pageantry, but military fetes were particularly fervid. In one case, this included a dinner for twelve hundred in the Rotunda with trumpeters in state livery with silver trumpets and a grenadier of the Guards holding a standard of the 100th French regiment. The revels would continue through the early morning hours, often until four in the morning.

Three stories from the Bluestocking Belles’ Holly and Hopeful Hearts include scenes from the Vauxhall masquerade on 26th August 1812.

*The Reverend J. Richardson, Recollections, 2 vols (London: C. Mitchell, 1856), I, 230-31.

What was the hardest part about writing this story?

Weaving our stories together proved to be more challenging than expected. Ending up together at the duchess’s house party was easy compared to sharing characters and writing scenes with other members of the Bluestocking Belles. But it was a good experience and I hope we get to do it again soon.

How much research do you do?

I travel to England every year and come back with all sorts of inspiration. In my story, Valuing Vanessa, I included information I learned from visiting the Foundling Hospital in London. Although Vauxhall Gardens no longer exists, I did a blog series on it last year so I could write about it knowledgeably, and it was fun to include some of my findings in the story.

What are your favorite historical romance tropes?

friends to lovers, arranged marriage, secret/lost baby, enemies-turned-friends, disparity of class, wallflower

Holly and Hopeful Hearts

When the Duchess of Haverford sends out invitations to a Yuletide house party and a New Year’s Eve ball at her country estate, Hollystone Hall, those who respond know that Her Grace intends to raise money for her favorite cause and promote whatever marriages she can. Eight assorted heroes and heroines set out with their pocketbooks firmly clutched and hearts in protective custody. Or are they?

Genre: Regency Romance
Heat level: Closed-door sex
ISBN: 9781370533190

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NEW RELEASE: A Cowboy’s Mistletoe Promise by Alanna Lucas @alannalucas27

Today, I’m thrilled to have Alanna Lucas here on the blog, sharing a brand new historical romance release with us!

A Cowboy’s Mistletoe Promise

After running away from her abusive husband, Michaela Akerman hopes to find peaceful solitude in the beautiful frontier territory of Montana…until a dangerous gunslinger comes to town and all her hopes and dreams are turned upside-down.

Genre: Western
Heat level: No sex
ISBN: 9781944262501

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What was the most emotional part about writing this story?

One of the secondary characters was based on a dear friend who loved to read and was always so supportive. She past away from breast cancer earlier this year.

Where do you get your ideas?

Inspiration comes from all sorts of places, but especially music.

Do you have favorite historical romance comfort reads?

My favorite is A Rose in Winter by Kathleen Woodiwiss.

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99¢ SALE: A Prince for Yuletide by Anthea Lawson @AntheaLawson

Today, I’m thrilled to have Anthea Lawson here on the blog, sharing a brand new historical romance release with us!

A Prince for Yuletide

A brand new, heartwarming Victorian-set holiday novella from USA Today bestselling, RITA-nominated author Anthea Lawson, celebrating the best of the season – Christmas trees, mulled wine, deceptions, and, of course, true love~

Miss Eliana Banning attends the Midwinter Masque and meets a gentleman in wolf’s clothing who might prove to be her heart’s desire… or her worst enemy.

A Prince for Yuletide is a sweet (kisses only) Christmas-themed romance of approximately 100 pages.

Series Name: Noble Holidays

Genre: Victorian Romance
Heat level: No sex
ISBN: 9781680130737

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Did you do any special research for this story?

I love bringing the Victorian Christmas holiday traditions into my seasonal novellas! For this one, I researched the tree trimmings and the popular carols of the time, how often the Serpentine in Hyde Park froze over, and which royal houses of the time boasted non-inheriting Princes. Hope you enjoy these tidbits!

What is your writing cave like?

I write on a treadmill desk, in an effort to keep somewhat healthy as a full time writer. When I go to work, it’s literally "back on the old treadmill." (grins)

What are your favorite historical romance tropes?

I love enemies to lovers and mistaken identities, both of which feature in A Prince for Yuletide. Not to mention a Midwinter Masque!

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NEW RELEASE: A Prince for Yuletide by Anthea Lawson @AntheaLawson

Today, I’m thrilled to have Anthea Lawson here on the blog, sharing a brand new historical romance release with us!

A Prince for Yuletide

A brand new, heartwarming Victorian-set holiday novella from USA Today bestselling, RITA-nominated author Anthea Lawson, celebrating the best of the season – Christmas trees, mulled wine, deceptions, and, of course, true love~

Miss Eliana Banning attends the Midwinter Masque and meets a gentleman in wolf’s clothing who might prove to be her heart’s desire… or her worst enemy.

A Prince for Yuletide is a sweet (kisses only) Christmas-themed romance of approximately 100 pages.

Series Name: Noble Holidays

Genre: Victorian Romance
Heat level: No sex
ISBN: 9781680130737

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$0.99 USD – $0.99 CAN – £0.99 GBP

Did you do any special research for this story?

I love bringing the Victorian Christmas holiday traditions into my seasonal novellas! For this one, I researched the tree trimmings and the popular carols of the time, how often the Serpentine in Hyde Park froze over, and which royal houses of the time boasted non-inheriting Princes. Hope you enjoy these tidbits!

What is your writing cave like?

I write on a treadmill desk, in an effort to keep somewhat healthy as a full time writer. When I go to work, it’s literally "back on the old treadmill." (grins)

What are your favorite historical romance tropes?

I love enemies to lovers and mistaken identities, both of which feature in A Prince for Yuletide. Not to mention a Midwinter Masque!

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We want to hear from you!

Would you prefer a Duke, a Prince, or an Earl, and why?

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