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Read The Lord and the Frenchman by Neil S Plakcy the new #Historical #MMRomance #Victorian #WriteLGBTQ @neilplakcy #RLFblog
Two wounded men discover true love and a found family in Victorian England.
Neil, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about The Lord and the Frenchman.
The Lord and the Frenchman by Neil S Plakcy
Genre MM Romance
Book heat level (based on movie ratings):In the opulent courts of Victorian England, John Seales, Lord Therkenwell, is a man of wealth and privilege, expected to marry a woman of his own social standing and produce an heir. But when he meets dashing French diplomat Raoul Desjardins at a soirée arranged by a politically-connected gay couple, he finds himself inexplicably drawn to the man despite the risks of their forbidden love.
John and Raoul struggle to keep their feelings for each other hidden while becoming ensnared in a web of international intrigue that threatens to ruin their careers and endanger their lives. As they navigate the dangerous political landscape of the time, they must also confront their own demons and make a choice: follow the expectations of society or follow their hearts. Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous era, “The Lord and the Frenchman” is a passionate and romantic tale of love that knows no bounds.
Why did you write this book?
I love MM historical romance, and two years ago I decided to write one of my own—The Gentleman and the Spy. Reader response encouraged me to write a second loosely connected one. It was great fun to dive back into the Victorian era and develop two characters who belong together—but who could be torn apart by the larger forces around them.
What is your favorite genre to read?
While I do love MM romance, my favorite genre to read is cozy mystery with a touch of romance. I write my own series, the golden retriever mysteries, and I love the idea of being transported to a charming little town—with murder in the offing!
Who is your favorite character from fiction (not including your own)?
Guido Morris from Happy All the Time by Laurie Colwin. He understand that happiness is an art form that requires energy, discipline, and talent, and devotes himself to that pursuit. I wish I could be so single-minded in developing happiness in my own life. So I work on providing that for characters.
What are you working on at the moment?
The heroes of my Have Body, Will Guard series are heading to Jordan to rescue a friend’s family in an as-yet untitled book. Lots of research necessary for that one!
What books will we see from you in coming months?
I’m juggling several series. The next Mahu Investigation (gay mystery/police procedural) is The Virgin Homicides, about deadly incels in Honolulu. Then Dog of Thieves, the 16th golden retriever mystery. Jeff Berman, the hero of Being John Church, a mystery/romance that came out last year, is delving into the death of a high school classmate 30 years before.
Where to buy The Lord and the Frenchman
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Lord-Frenchman-Ormond-Romantic-Adventures-ebook/dp/B0BSH6ZL4N/
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Author of over fifty cozy mystery, gay mystery, and MM romance novels, Neil S Plakcy lives in south Florida with his husband and two rambunctious golden retrievers. During the great lockdown of 2020 he honed his skills as his own barista.
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Read Thank Me the new #SecondChanceRomance by Serena James Chase #RLFblog #RomanticSuspense
There’s more than a vicious history following a dangerous man across an ocean in Thank Me, a romantic suspense by Serena James Chase. Will fate be on his side this time? Or will it ruin his chance?
Serena, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about Thank Me.
Thank Me by Serena James Chase
Genre Contemporary Romance
Book heat level (based on movie ratings): RTime can heal wounds. But sometimes, it just screws everything up.
Five years ago, I was a lethal weapon for the Donovan crime family. Then I become the Boss and ruled Chicago. Men feared me. Women wanted me. Cops and criminals alike owed their lives and their livelihoods to me.
I had it all…until I didn’t.
Now, I’ve been exiled and the woman I never thought I’d see her again is standing before me. A life I refused to believe I could have is suddenly all around me. A love I was too afraid to earn is within my reach.
Unless the life I left behind won’t let me go.
Why did you write this book?
Thank Me was written for the Tease Me Anthology, a limited time only collection of contemporary romances. If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if an exiled mob boss were to get a second chance at love while vacationing in Monte Carlo during a Grand Prix race (super specific, I know), then this is just the book you’ve always wanted to read.
The story between Graham Tate and Willa Ryerson developed organically. When I began their journey, I knew I wanted to write about two unlikely lovers. Two people who were searching for the right time and space where their love could overcome not only their differences, but the dangers they encounter along the way.
What is your favorite genre to read?
Everything romance. Or everything that has a romance in it. Whether it’s a fantasy, thriller, or speculative fiction, I love to root for love. I also really enjoy writing romantic stories across in multiple genres and I suppose that contributed a lot to my wanting to write Thank Me.
Who is your favorite character from fiction (not including your own)?
There are so many, but Ellen Louise Ripley from the Alien movie franchise gets my vote. She’s a such a heroic character and a formidable leader. Watching her battle to save her life, then devoting every minute afterward to saving humanity was awe-inspiring. She stands up to the powerful on behalf of those who can’t always do so for themselves and in that way, her character is like Graham Tate. Even though Graham is an anti-hero, when we meet him for the first time in the series, he is literally saving a life.
What are you working on at the moment?
Currently, I’m writing book two in August Company Rockstars. Only Evan picks up directly after the explosive events of Only Tonight. Fans of this well-loved short story will finally get to read more of Charlie Archer, a young personal assistant at a PR agency, and Evan Parker, the lead singer of August Company.
What books will we see from you in coming months?
Expect more short and steamy stories from the boys of August Company Rockstars. And later this year, Thank Me, will be re-released. It will be titled Save Me when it becomes available as a part of the Love Dangerously series.
Where to buy Thank Me
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Serena James Chase is the author of billionaire romance with slow burn, high heat, and family drama! Serena also writes fantasy romances sometimes because she loves retelling those stories.
When she’s not writing her next sexy couple, you can find her padding her book collection and she’s still enjoys binge-watching all the new shows.
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Read Illuminated the new #MMRomance by Alexa Piper @ProwlingPiper #RLFblog #Vampire
Photographer Ethan finds a man half dead and bleeding in an abandoned church. Ethan helps him, only that man is not a man at all, but a vampire. In Alexa Piper’s new vampire romance, fated love clashes with zealous hate, creating a storm Ethan and Auris must weather.
Alexa, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about Illuminated.
Illuminated by Alexa Piper
Genre mm vampire romance
Book heat level (based on movie ratings): REthan is a photographer who loves the interplay of light and shadow in his work and what it reveals. While working on his latest project, he finds himself at an abandoned church after nightfall. Lured by the prospect of capturing something unique with his camera, he ventures inside.
What Ethan discovers in that forgotten place is not what he expected. Instead of sights unseen for decades, Ethan finds a man — bleeding, hurt, and in need of help.
What Ethan doesn’t know is that he isn’t freeing an ordinary man, but an ancient vampire.
Through a haze of blood and violence, Ethan will have to come to terms with a situation nothing could have ever prepared him for. Auris drinks blood and deals death with ease, but Ethan soon discovers that the vampire is not just a monster. Auris is more, so much more. As if it were illuminated with a camera flash, Ethan can almost see himself and Auris have a shared future. Yet, those who tried destroying Auris once will stop at nothing to do so again.
Content Warnings: Illuminated (Vampire Tales 1) contains scenes of violence, murder, kidnapping, and torture that may be triggers for some readers.
Why did you write this book?
I had the idea for Illuminated when I was dozing in bed one morning, still half asleep. Some people dream about puppies and unicorns, but I had this very clear picture about a very violent confrontation happening in an abandoned church.
What is your favorite genre to read?
I like a good urban fantasy, but really anything with sf, fantasy, or horror elements. I prefer my books to be queer.
Who is your favorite character from fiction (not including your own)?
At the moment, I’m quite fond of Rune from KD Edwards’ Tarot Sequence.
What are you working on at the moment?
Right now, I am actively working on the sequel to Illuminated. We’re going to Prague!
What books will we see from you in coming months?
A Subtle Scar is an MMM urban fantasy romance and kicks off a new series that started life as a Hellbound spin-off. Then, the Illuminated sequel. After that, the Moonlight Cherries sequel.
Where to buy Illuminated
Publisher https://www.changelingpress.com/illuminated-vampire-tales-1-b-3469
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRYH18RW
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Alexa Piper writes steamy romance that ranges from light to dark, from straight to queer. She’s also a coffee addict. Alexa loves writing stories that make her readers laugh and fall in love with the characters in them.
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Read Lovers Ransom the new #HistoricalRomanticSuspense by Faye Hall @FayeHall79 #RLFblog #Drama
Phoebe Toulouse ran away from her family…from her fiancé…from her life…and straight into the arms of Raymond MacAllester in Faye Hall’s new release Lover’s Ransom. Will she let him play at being her knight in shining armour?
Faye, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about Lovers Ransom.
Lovers Ransom by Faye Hall
Genre Historical Romantic Suspense
Book heat level (based on movie ratings): M15+Phoebe Toulouse ran away from her family…from her fiancé…from her life.
Upon arriving in the dusty outback town of Millchester, Queensland, Australia, Phoebe is certain she is finally safe from the bastard who wants to rob her of everything she has…including her life. Being swept up in the strong arms of a stranger, she finds herself tempted with pleasures she couldn’t refuse, and must face the uncertainty surrounding what was to become of her.
This wasn’t a job Raymond MacAllester wanted to do, but he had no choice. If he didn’t take Phoebe back east to Inkerman, he’d be risking his sister’s life. Given that she was Gordon Marriot’s half-sister, he doubted it would be easy to find her, but he would not allow himself to feel guilt for any member of that heartless, corrupt family.
When he meets Phoebe running for her life in the streets of Millchester, he couldn’t believe this beauty was any family of Gordon’s. When he finally took her into custody, he assumed she’d reluctantly agree to go back home. Never could he imagine that she would fight him as if her life depended on it.When Phoebe learns the true reason for Raymond coming after her, and his relationship with her brother, she is heartbroken and betrayed. Returning to Inkerman with Gordon, she resumes her place in his corrupt company.
Desperate to find her and make her believe she was more than a business transaction, Raymond follows her to Inkerman and reluctantly reinstates himself into a life he hoped never to see again.Reunited with Phoebe, and desperate to save her from Gordon’s overbearingness, Raymond risks everything to try and get her to safety. Will she let him play at being her knight in shining armour though, or has he left it too late?
Why did you write this book?
I always loved the old westerns where the bounty hunter was sent after the helpless female – only to find her not so helpless – so I thought why not use that idea to put a twist on my own family’s story about their time on Inkerman Downs Station.
What is your favorite genre to read?
Any historical romance or drama.
Who is your favorite character from fiction (not including your own)?
At this moment it would be between John Thornton from North and South and Ross Poldark from the Poldark series.
What are you working on at the moment?
A book that should be out later this year about two strangers who meet on the boat taking them to Australia. Also a new series that focuses on scarred heroines and heroines and their second chances at happiness.
What books will we see from you in coming months?
I’m hoping for several releases this year, including one about a governess hard on her luck and forced into a less reputable lifestyle, and another series set in the pubs of Australia around the turn of the century.
Where to buy Lovers Ransom
Publisher https://4thavenuepress.com.au/product/lovers-ransom
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BSPLKGF9
Kobo https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/lovers-ransomFaye Hall Social Media
Faye Hall is an author of steamy Australian Historical Romantic Suspense novels, including the Sins of the Virtuous series. Born and raised in North Queensland, Australia, she uses the tales of local history, and the struggles and adventures of her own family, to bring her characters to life in a uniquely, rural setting.
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Read Bigalow the new #ContemporaryRomance by Iris Blobel @_iris_b #RLFblog #PNR
In Iris Blobel’s new contemporary romance, which has a touch of paranormal added to it, the enigmatic Bigalow turns Hannah’s life upside-down. She is happy with her solitude, yet Bigalow gently reminds her what life is all about.
Iris, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about Bigalow.
Bigalow by Iris Blobel
Genre Contemporary Romance with a touch of paranormal
Book heat level (based on movie ratings): 3He came out of nowhere … encouraging her to ask the right questions.
Hannah believes her life in solitude is all she wants and all she needs. She’s settled in the small town of Fermosa Bay where she’s taken over a medical practice after leaving her husband. When the enigmatic Bigalow steps into her life, turning it upside-down, she can’t hide the growing irritation inside. Yet, slowly and steadily, he reminds her what life is all about and what she’s missing out on. Especially when she crosses paths with her neighbour, Gideon.
As she begins to ask the right questions, Hannah’s fondness for Bigalow gently grows, and so do her feelings for Gideon. But is she ready to hear the answers to her questions?
Why did you write this book?
My life has been a little chaotic (and sometimes scary) over the last few years. And with Covid across the world, I wanted to write a book to remind myself, and hopefully the readers as well, how precious life is and how much we should enjoy it. Each day.
What is your favorite genre to read?
I read across the board, but I prefer mysteries and crime.
Who is your favorite character from fiction (not including your own)?
James Bond
What are you working on at the moment?
I have two books I’m working on at the moment. One is book two in the Fermosa Bay series, of which Bigalow is part of as well, and the other one is another book in the Alinta Bay series.
What books will we see from you in coming months?
I’m hoping to be able to finalise “Secrets of the Past” over the next few months.
Where to buy Bigalow
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BLLTRDLM
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Iris Blobel writes warm, sexy, and sometimes witty Australian Contemporary Romance books for readers who, like herself, still strongly believe in love and Happily Ever Afters. And she knows HEAs. Her couples are hungry for life, done with the past, passionate about family, and emotionally hopeful for a future. The stories are mainly set in Australia but also in New Zealand and even the US, depending on where her travels take her. She loves nothing more than for her readers to join her on her journeys.
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Read Unseen, Hardcore Inc Series book five the new #RomanticSuspense by Britt Jones @Brittjonesauthr #RLFblog #ContemporaryRomance #InstaLoveRomance
Dawson ‘Doc’ Hayes was trained to heal. When he rescues the beautiful redhead targeted by the people who killed his teammates, he swears revenge. Available for preorder now. Live January 20.
Britt, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about Unseen.
Unforgiven, Hardcore Inc by Britt Jones
Genre Romantic Suspense
Book heat level (based on movie ratings): RDoc Hayes was out for revenge.
Dealing with death on the battlefield was Dawson ‘Doc’ Hayes penance for mistakes he’d made before becoming a Ranger. Now he spends his time dodging bullets trying to find the men responsible for the death of his teammates.
Rachel Layne is willing to sacrifice herself to find where a sex trafficking ring has hidden her younger sister. When her latest attempt nearly gets her killed, she’s saved by a stranger who says he’s also on the same hunt.
Racing against the clock to save Rachel’s sister and more women from being abducted and abused, will they stay alive long enough to explore the love burning between them?
Don’t miss Book Five in Hardcore Inc, an action packed, fast paced, steamy romantic suspense series.
Why did you write this book?
Unseen is book five in a nine book series of short Romantic Suspense series.
These are the stories of nine soldiers who survived an ambush on their last mission. Three of their brother’s in arms did not come back. These books are loaded with personal angst, remorse, survivors guilt and still, the hope for redemption and a better future. Each book has its own HEA.
We all have demons and regrets in life, those who serve in the military often have more than their fair share.
I was invited to join the Heart of the Wounded Hero series. My Hardcore Inc books are a spin off of my book Unscathed, from that series.
What is your favorite genre to read?
Romantic Suspense
Who is your favorite character from fiction (not including your own)? Oh so many.. Gabriel Sinclair from Double Dealing by Jayne Castle: Dane Hollister from Dream Man by Linda Howard: Jack Reacher from Lee Child; Jack Ryan from Tom Clancy….
What are you working on at the moment?
Book six in the Hardcore series is Unbound. Gunner is the next hero on the team to get his story. Forced to become a man while still an adolescent he carries the scars with him, determined to use the memories to protect anyone who needs him.
I recently published, Christmas Knight, a holiday short and am currently working on a Saint Paddy’s day short for my New York Knights series.
What books will we see from you in coming months?
My Saint Patrick’s story can be found in Luck of the Irish, a shamrock-ing romance collection will be out in March and Unbound will be out in April. Make sure you sign up for my newsletter so you don’t miss the cover reveals and sneak peeks!
Where to buy Unseen, Hardcore Inc
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJMFDVZY
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I write short and steamy instalove romance with a dash of danger to keep you on the edge of your seat and your heart racing. My heroes are protective and devoted. My heroines are strong and independent. The stories are hot! I currently live in the Big Apple where story inspiration is just a walk out the door. To find out more about my Hardcore Inc series and other releases, please join my newsletter – I promise not to stuff your inbox. Check out my webpage, too.
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