Notorious Pleasures by Elizabeth Hoyt Blog Tour (3 Copy Giveaway)

Their lives were perfect . . .

Lady Hero Batten,the beautiful sister of the Duke of Wakefield, has everything a woman could want, including the perfect fiancé. True, the Marquis of Mandeville is a trifle dull and has no sense of humor, but that doesn't bother Hero. Until she meets his notorious brother . . .

Until they met each other.

Griffin Remmington, Lord Reading, is far from perfect - and he likes it that way. How he spends his days is a mystery, but all of London knows he engages in the worst sorts of drunken revelry at night. Hero takes an instant dislike to him, and Griffin thinks that Hero, with her charities and faultless manners, is much too impeccable for society, let alone his brother. Yet their near-constant battle of wits soon sparks desire - desire that causes their carefully constructed worlds to come tumbling down. As Hero's wedding nears, and Griffin's enemies lay plans to end their dreams forever, can two imperfect people find perfect true love?

I've got 3 books to give away, many thanks to Anna at Forever Romance (Hachette Books) for this fantastic giveaway!!

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Winners of Sins Of A Highland Devil by Sue-Ellen Welfonder

*Cecile Smutty Hussy

*Shannon

*tabbylewis

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Winners of How to Marry a Duke by Vicky Dreiling

*Maureen

*rubymoon

*Estella

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Liar's Fire by Dee Burks (Guest Blog and Giveaway)

When I was a kid, I used to write stories with titles like “The Dead Body Ravine” and “Night Terror” – not that I’m any kind of horror writer but because it freaked my mom out. I started my first romance novel in high school but soon set it aside when I married and started a family. Finally, in the mid 1990s, it happened that I had to drive to Amarillo, TX from the small town I lived in for my yearly defensive driving course (be glad you aren’t on the roads with me!). That same day a NYT Bestselling romance author, Jodi Thomas was speaking at the community college and I went to listen. It was great and I thought, I can do that! So I bought some writing books and started trying to write a novel for real. It was a historical romance but there was a problem. While I was great with dialogue and one liners, I struggled with the setting and descriptions so I didn’t get very far.

In 1998, I owned a regional magazine and we interviewed artists for each issue. I decided to call up Jodi Thomas and see if I could interview her. She agreed and came over to our office. Of course half way through the interview I was gushing about this book I wanted to write and babbling on like a crazed stalker. Her eyes glazed over like most authors’ do when faced with yet another person who has the greatest idea ever for a book. But she was encouraging and even invited me to her critique group!

I was so excited I could hardly sleep and I tried in earnest to find a way to fix my problems with setting and description while letting my dialogue shine. Then it hit me: in the opening scene I would have him immediately chase her through a rainstorm, at night, directly into a cave! Yeah, that’s it! Then all they could do was talk, I mean its dark, right? So no description was necessary! It was genius – or so I thought. The critique group quickly set me straight and ripped the chapter apart. I went home wondering if I really had what it takes and even considered giving it up.

I’m glad I didn’t. Jodi became my first mentor as an author and still is. Years later she told me she intentionally threw me in the deep end and knew that either I would sink or swim. Turns out I’m a swimmer! Some writers’ journeys to publication are relatively short while others, like mine, may take a decade or more as I had to work through a lot to really find my voice. Liar’s Fire is the culmination of that effort.

A contemporary romance, this book really reflects those things that appeal to me as a writer. The characters are imperfect in many ways and on many levels, but all are people you would really want to know and be friends with. In every book, I use in interesting mix of fiction and real life drawing on many experiences that I have had or that people around me have shared. For example my main character, Serena, got pregnant in high school and it left her with many emotional scars. So did I. So I know firsthand the emotional repercussions of that experience and I think it adds depth and realism to the story.

Two of my characters who provide much of the comic relief, Nolea and Will, are a conglomeration of people I worked with when I was in financial services. Many of the circumstance – and much of the dialogue - came straight from real conversations. You know what they say, truth is stranger than fiction and it turns out its funnier too! All of my books have an animal in them somewhere and the star of this book is Shadow, a boxer owned by my hero, Tyler. Shadow is a real dog and is owned by one of my poker buddies. I think animals allow an author to convey emotions and show depth of character in a way that is not always possible without them.

I get asked all the time what I want readers to take away from my books. My bottom line is that I want readers to laugh so hard they pee and cry so hard snot runs down their lip and I will do or say almost anything to make that happen. One thing I learned direct from Jodi was that rules are made to be broken and only way to make an impact is to surprise, thrill, but certainly satisfy the readers. I hope that is what I’ve accomplished with Liar’s Fire.

I’m offering three free copies of Liar’s Fire! Just go to my website (www.deeburks.com) and enter your email in the contact form with the phrase “Pick Me!” in the email before Feb 1. I will draw the winners and send three luck readers an autographed copy of Liar’s Fire.

Book description:

I'm proud to announce my latest book, Liar's Fire is now available from all major retailers and is also available on Kindle! The first in the Cooper Brothers series, its funny, hot and filled with lots of great romantic tension! Here's a quick tease:

Three Dates. Three Hours.
No Commitment. No Kidding.

It seemed like a really good idea at the time to Serena Finley, editor of the Cranfield Reporter-Star. Faking a romance couldn't be that hard could it? No one said it had to be read and if everyone thought she was in love, they'd stop hounding her to find a man. Serena knew could do this and no one would ever be the wiser - best case scenario.

Then Tyler Cooper walked into her life and best case scenario became iffy. He fit her idea of Mr. Wrong in every way. From a failing business, to limited social skills, Tyler would never have made her list of datable men.  He was a cowboy for heaven's sake, who probably wouldn't know cashmere if it bit him in the butt. But she needed his help and he needed hers, which made him perfect. Until tonight.

Somewhere in the midst of the pretend and the lies, her heart had been drawn to his. His kisses stirred her soul while his friendship gave her the strength to deal with old hurts and past heartaches. Serena knew this had no future. She was bound for Manhattan; Tyler was determined to stay in Texas. Would she risk everything for a chance at real love? Or walk away from this flame with her heart in ashes?

Author Bio

Dee Burks has been in the publishing business for more than ten years. She has written articles for Magazines such as Credit Union Business, Saddle Baron and Route 66 as well as working as a business book reviewer for Kiplinger’s. In 2006 she started a ghostwriting firm with her business partner Liz Ragland and has personally ghostwritten over 40 books including six Amazon.com #1 bestsellers. Dee also has taught writing classes on the collegiate level including Ghostwriting and Freelancing, Writing the Great American Novel, and Writing Your Memoirs. Her first book, Picks & Shovel: How to Cash in on the Gold Rush in Ghostwriting was publishing in 2007 and a new revised and expanded version is due for release in 2011. Liar’s Fire is her first contemporary romance.

Winners of The Wolves of Andover by Kathleen Kent Audiobook

Jo-Jo
*Susan (safoga)

Please send your snail mail info to terraontop57 at yahoo dot com. You have seven (7) days to claim your prize or it will go to someone else. Congrats to our winner and I hope you enjoy your prize!

The Darling Strumpet by Gillian Bagwell (Terra's Review)

A thrilling debut novel starring one of history's most famous and beloved courtesans.

From London's slums to its bawdy playhouses, The Darling Strumpet transports the reader to the tumultuous world of seventeenth-century England, charting the meteoric rise of the dazzling Nell Gwynn, who captivates the heart of King Charles II-and becomes one of the century's most famous courtesans.

Witty and beautiful, Nell was born into poverty but is drawn into the enthralling world of the theater, where her saucy humor and sensuous charm earn her a place in the King's Company. As one of the first actresses in the newly-opened playhouses, she catapults to fame, winning the affection of legions of fans-and the heart of the most powerful man in all of England, the King himself. Surrendering herself to Charles, Nell will be forced to maneuver the ruthless and shifting allegiances of the royal court-and discover a world of decadence and passion she never imagined possible.

(Terra's Thoughts) This is a story for the ages and one that will surly reach down and touch the very heart of your soul. A story that will show you that a lady is not just a lady because of her attire, a courtesan who is so well loved by King and Country that she is Queen in all but name and station. A story of rags to riches that keeps Nell grounded, thankful and ever thoughtful of those less fortunate.

Nell Gwynn is a ragamuffin from the poorest of the poor, a child of abuse, lovelessness and poverty but yet a child with a gnawing determination to do whatever it takes to improve her life in any way she can. An intelligent and attractive child that brings joy in one form or another to all those who meet her.

This is a story of King Charles II who finally comes out of exile to claim his rightful birthright as the true King of England. A fair King but with a verousis appetite for the fairer sex that will provide him with bastards aplenty but with no true heir.

During this reign of power comes hardships that will test England to the brink of oblivion. We see the Black Plague in all it's horror along with the burning of a large portion of London it a great fire. There is much history here and it shows a people of great strength that I don't even think exist today.

The Darling Strumpet is a story that will wreak havoc on all your emotions and yes it did have me crying at the end. I did not cry just for the loss of our characters but for who they truly were and what they represented. Also for a time in history that I would most assuredly would love to visit should we ever be able to time travel.

Paperback: 384 pages
Publisher: Berkley Trade; Original edition (January 4, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0425238598
ISBN-13: 978-0425238592

Last weeks winner of The Darling Strumpet by Gillian Bagwell

*librarypat

Please send your snail mail info to terraontop57 at yahoo dot com. You have seven (7) days to claim your prize or it will go to someone else. Congrats to our winner and I hope you enjoy your prize!

Cleopatra Audiobook Winners

*My name is Patricia

*Tina

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Sins Of A Highland Devil by Sue-Ellen Welfonder Blog Tour (3 Copy Giveaway & Review)

The first book in the Highland Warriors trilogy, in which three heroes make a pact to insure that a rival clan does not take over their Glen of Many Legends. At the same time, three women plot to marry these heroes to insure peace.

In SINS OF A HIGHLAND DEVIL, James Cameron is concerned when the King's decree states all three neighboring clans must have a battle to the death in order to lay official claim to the scared Glen of Many Legends. James attempts to make a pact with the heads of the other clans to fight this decree. But he ends up fighting his own fierce desire when coming head-to-head with Lady Catriona of the opposing MacDonald clan, who has her own plan for peace.

I've got 3 books to give away, many thanks to Anna at Forever Romance (Hachette Books) for this fantastic giveaway!!

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Winners will be announced on January 27th 2011!

(Terra's Thoughts) This is a delightful story of Scottish lads and lassies that will make you wish you were standing in their place. A story of love, lust, longing, ghosties, hatred, rivalry and honor. A story that will talk to your soul of times long past when adults actually knew how to act like adults while chivalry stands tall and bright as a beacon in the night.

Catriona MacDonald is the epitome of the red headed Scottish woman. Daring, proud, fearless and loyal as any clanswoman could possibly be. Only problem with Catriona is that she is lusting after the wrong man, her clans most hated rival.

James Cameron, Laird of Clan Cameron is a true and just Laird. His honor stands pure until a red headed devilish temptress stalks him testing his will power beyond what even the Gods could possibly have. It's time that the Laird take a wife and beget an heir and when our daring heroine shows up will he have the restraint to resist her womanly wiles or will he cave to honor after ravishing her.

This is a story that will delight even the most critical of historical romance readers. A story that keeps a quick and even pace to leave you panting in its wake.

GILLIAN BAGWELL ON THE DARLING STRUMPET (Guest Blog with Giveaway)

The Darling Strumpet has had a very long and twisting path to publication. In fact, Nell Gwynn’s story didn’t start out as a novel. When I was an ambitious 23-year old actress, an actor friend got a lot of attention for a one-man show he was doing. I thought it was a great idea, and decided to write a show for myself to perform. I thought some historical character would be a good subject, and my father suggested Nell Gwynn. I began researching her, and the more I learned, the more I fell in love with her and her story.

She was born into poverty in London in 1650, and rose to great heights by using what she had: smarts, determination, charm, humor, and a very likeable sex appeal. At the age of 13 she began working as an orange seller at the brand-new Theatre Royal on Drury Lane. She got noticed, and soon became the lover and protégé of Charles Hart, the leading actor of the King’s Company.

Nell was one of the very first English actresses, and her gamine sex appeal and saucy personality made her an instant hit with London audiences. After the long closure of the theatres under Cromwell, a new generation of playwrights was at work, and Nell and Hart quickly became the William Powell and Myrna Loy of the 1660s, playing opposite each other as sparring and witty lovers in a series of star vehicles written just for them.

The newly-opened theatres were popular with the nobility – and the king - and Nell soon caught the eye of Charles Sackville, Lord Buckhurst, later the Earl of Dorset, and became his mistress. It wasn’t long, however, before she rose even higher – to the bed of the king himself.

Charles II had many mistresses, but Nell was unique for several reasons. She wasn’t a noble lady, and she never put on airs or pretended to be other than she was, and this won her the love of the people.

Another reason Nell was better liked was that she was English, unlike another of Charles’s long-term mistresses, the baby-faced Louise de Keroualle, who promoted French interests, cost the royal purse quite a lot of money, and was spoiled and weepy into the bargain. Nell called her the Weeping Willow and Squintabella.

Nell didn’t care about politics. She cared about Charles for himself, and was faithful to him until his death, and that too set her apart from Charles’s other women, notably Barbara Palmer, later the Duchess of Cleveland, and Hortense Mancini, the Duchess of Mazarin.

So I set out to put Nell’s life on stage. I did write the script, but never completed it to my satisfaction. And no wonder – I found it was impossible to cover the richness of Nell’s story – which encompassed not only the dazzling worlds of the theatre and court, but also the devastating plague of 1665 that killed a third of the population of London, and the Great Fire of 1666 that destroyed most of the old City – in such a brief format.

So I put my script aside and embarked on an acting career that encompassed a lot of stage work and some film and TV. Eventually I began directing, and then founded The Pasadena Shakespeare Company, producing 37 shows over nine seasons. There was no time for writing during those years, but Nell stayed in my mind and heart and sometimes at the back of my mind I could hear her whispering “Someday….”

But in 2005 my mother, who was living alone in London, became terminally ill. I put my life on hold and went over to spend time with her and take care of her. It was an enormously difficult time in many ways, but there were also good things about it. I made some very good friends. I got a chance to really get to know London, which I had visited a few times, and had always been in love with from reading so many books and seeing so many movies set there! And for the first time in my adult life, I didn’t have a creative focus or a career taking up all my time. I decided that what Nell needed was a novel of her life, and the time had come to start it!

I read biographies of Nell that had been published since I had first learned about her, reread the famous diaries of Samuel Pepys, which not only gave a vivid picture of daily life in London in the 1660s, but also preserved for posterity Sam’s reviews of Nell performing some of her most famous roles as well as their occasional friendly encounters. I scouted out the sites of the old theatres where Nell had performed, and walked the streets that she had known.

London is an amazing place. In central London, the layout of the street is pretty much the same as it has been for centuries; even millennia. After the Great Fire in 1666, there were grand plans to create a street design that was more organized and formal, but it didn’t happen, because people couldn’t wait long enough for that to happen – they had to get on with their lives. So they built houses and shops and everything else in exactly the same places they had been, and there they stand now!

So in most of the areas that Nell knew well, where she lived and worked and performed, the footprint is basically unchanged from her time, though of course many of the buildings are gone. This is particularly true in the locations where many of the theatres were. Years ago I was walking near Lincoln’s Inn Fields and felt impelled to turn down a certain street, and felt somehow that the place was very significant. When I looked at my books, I discovered that I’d found my way to the place where the Vere Street Theatre had stood, the place where the King’s Company converted a tennis court into their first home when they began playing in 1660.

Very close to there, at the northeast corner of Lincoln’s Inn Fields, is Newman’s Row, where Nell’s first house was. Her own house, I mean, that Charles rented for her when she was going to have their first child. Newman’s Row is now little more than a passageway to High Holburn, but the layout of the streets is pretty much unchanged. I stood there and could feel very clearly how it must have been for her to look out over the square, where duels and executions occasionally happened, although it was a very posh area with many noble residents, and that Whetstone Park, a little street running along the top of the square, which was pretty unsavory, must have been noisy and squalid.

And of course the current Theatre Royal in Drury Lane is on the same spot as the original theatre, the one that Nell performed in. The original theatre was smaller, and burned down and was replaced, and the current building is the third on the site, I think. But standing there I can feel Nell with me.

About the Author

Gillian Bagwell is the author of The Darling Strumpet, a novel based on the life of Nell Gwynn, who rose from the streets to become one of London’s most beloved actresses and the life-long mistress of King Charles II, which was released on January 4, 2011.

For further information about Gillian’s books, other articles, and blogs of her research adventures, please visit her website, gillianbagwell.com.

Contest time: We have one copy to giveaway to one lucky winner. This is for the US and Canada only please!

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How to Marry a Duke by Vicky Dreiling (3 Copy Giveaway)

Tristan, the Duke of Shelbourne is a man with a mission: find a wife he can tolerate as long as they both shall live. Love is not necessary--nor desired. But how to choose among a dizzying array of wealthy-yet-witless candidates? Hire London's infamously prim and proper matchmaker. Then pretend she's not the most captivating woman he's ever met...

Helping a devilish Duke create a contest to pick his perfect mate is the kind of challenge Tessa Mansfield relishes. Her methods may be scandalous, but she's determined to find the notorious bachelor more than a wife--she'll bring him true love. Yet when Tessa watches the women vie for the Duke's affections, she longs to win his heart herself. And after a stolen kiss confirms Tristan's desire, Tessa knows she has broken a matchmaker's number one rule: never fall in love with the groom.

I've got 3 copies of this book to give away, many thanks to Anna at Forever Romance for this fantastic giveaway!!

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Winners will be announced on January 26th 2011!

The Wolves of Andover by Kathleen Kent (2 Copy Audiobook Giveaway)

In the harsh wilderness of colonial Massachusetts, Martha Allen works as a servant in her cousin's household, taking charge and locking wills with everyone. Thomas Carrier labors for the family and is known both for his immense strength and size and mysterious past. The two begin a courtship that suits their independent natures, with Thomas slowly revealing the story of his part in the English Civil War. But in the rugged new world they inhabit, danger is ever present, whether it be from the assassins sent from London to kill the executioner of Charles I or the wolves-in many forms-who hunt for blood. A love story and a tale of courage, The Wolves of Andover confirms Kathleen Kent's ability to craft powerful stories of family from colonial history.

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Winners will be announced on January 18th 2011!

The Queen of Last Hopes by Susan Higginbotham (Terra's Review)

A man other than my husband sits on England's throne today.

What would happen if this king suddenly went mad? What would his queen do? Would she make the same mistakes I did, or would she learn from mine?

Margaret of Anjou, queen of England, cannot give up on her husband-even when he slips into insanity. And as mother to the House of Lancaster's last hope, she cannot give up on her son-even when England turns against them. This gripping tale of a queen forced to stand strong in the face of overwhelming odds is at its heart a tender tale of love.

(Terra's Thoughts) This story was absolutely wonderful with vivid scenes that pop before your eyes. The characters shower you with feelings so raw that you can't help but feel as they do. This is a story that is very difficult to put down.

Margaret of Anjou is but a child when wed to King Henry and the House of Lancaster. A child who not only needs to grow up quickly but is pulled between loyalty to the man she marries and her Uncle, The King of France. She is a strong character that bears much for those she loves and most of all for a country that is now her home and life, England.

King Henry is a gentle, trusting and loving man. He could be seen as week by his enemies for his trusting nature and the forgiveness he so easily bestows on those who wrong him. His most prominent worry is that he will go mad just like his ancestors. But, all in all King Henry is a man that everyone and anyone could, would and will love.

The author has done a remarkable job with research and showing us the true human side of royalty as it might have been in the ages of yore. Down to earth elemental emotions that will wring you out like a wet rag as you worry, laugh, cringe, hope and so much more. A story of love that will certainly show you that there is indeed true love in all places even the most unexpected.

The only drawback I had with this story was adjusting to the change of characters with each chapter. Whomever the chapter is about is who will be telling you his or her details and accounts of what might have prevailed at the time. It takes a bit of getting used to but the storyline makes it so worth this little nuance.

Paperback: 368 pages
Publisher: Sourcebooks Landmark (January 1, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1402242816
ISBN-13: 978-1402242816

Kiss At Your Own Risk by Stephanie Rowe (Terra's Review)

He needed a killer woman...

Blaine Underhill is one lucky man after having recently escaped a century and a half of imprisonment at the hands of an evil witch. Now he's determined to save his still-enslaved friend, but in order to do so, he'll need the help of one of the world's most lethal women.

She was drop dead gorgeous, literally...

Trinity Harpswell is sick and tired of being a Black Widow. Having managed to go three years without accidentally killing anyone she loves, she's one short week away from freeing herself from this killer curse forever.

When Blaine tracks her down and convinces her to help him, little does Trinity know that the next seven days are going to be murder!

(Terra's Thoughts) This was a cute read and a first that I've read that had a black widow in it. There are four luscious hunky men involved even though we have only one major male character that is revealed in all his glory. Black Widow and Fire Warrior = Kidd Gloves.

Trinity Harpswell is so far from normal it's not funny. She longs for love but knows that it is forbidden. Talk about dying with a smile on your face, I think Trinity gives that phrase a whole new meaning in this story and I don't know of one male who would object. Kidnapped as a infant and cursed with venomous love that really comes up to bite you in the behind. Too bad she's such a wuss!

Blaine Underhill has been a slave to a love starved witch for more years than he likes to keep track of. Tortured to the point of death and given a femine hobby that he craves due to the witches curse make for a mighty T'd off warrior. When Blaine gets hot under the collar it's advisable for all in the vicinity to take cover. Blaine hates this witch so much he literally jumps from the frying pan to the fire upon seeking out a Black Widow in order to take revenge and rescue a friend from said Wicked Witch.

Stephanie Rowe has given us a comical situation with two deadly characters that is sure to give you a chuckle or two. This is a nice fluffy light read that will leave a nice flavor on the palate but watch out cause it just might be a bit spicy hot and singe your hormones.

Mass Market Paperback: 416 pages
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca; Original edition (January 1, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 140224195X
ISBN-13: 978-1402241956

Cleopatra: A Life by Stacy Schiff (2 Copy Audiobook Giveaway)

Synopsis

Her palace shimmered with gold but was richer still in political and sexual intrigue. Cleopatra, the wealthiest ruler of her time and one of the most powerful women in history, was a canny political strategist, a brilliant manager, a tough negotiator, and the most manipulative of lovers. Although her life spanned fewer than forty years, it reshaped the contours of the ancient world.

At only 18 years old, Cleopatra was already one of history's most remarkable figures: the Queen of Egypt. A lethal political struggle with her brother marked her early adulthood and set the tone for the rest of her life; a relationship with Julius Caesar, forged while under siege in her palace, launched her into a deadly mix of romance and strategy; a pleasure cruise down the Nile followed, a child, and a trip to Rome, which ended in Cleopatra's flight. After Caesar's brutal murder, she began a nine-year affair with Mark Antony, with whom she had three more children...

I've got 2 Audiobooks to give away, many thanks to Anna at Hachette Books for this fantastic giveaway!!

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Winners will be announced on January 13th 2011!