TEMPTED BY HIS TOUCH

Q&A with Erica Monroe
What’s your favorite
historical romance? I definitely have a few. Books that have really changed
how I approach writing are Bound by His
Touch by Meredith Duran, A Gentleman
Undone by Cecilia Grant, and Forever
and a Day by our own Delilah Marvelle (yes, I'm a fan girl!).
What is the first
romance novel you ever read? The
Secret History of the Pink Carnation by Lauren Willig. To this day, I have
a huge weak spot for spy romances.
Would you want to live
in the time you write about? What would you love? Hate?
Honestly, I don't think I'd like to live in the rookeries, LOL.
I love writing about them because it astounds me how these people can deal with
these harsh circumstances, this back-breaking poverty, and still have hope.
That's what I really wanted to show when writing the Rookery Rogues
series--love comes even in our darkest hours. But given that I'm pretty
outspoken, I don't think I'd fit well into the traditional roles offered to
women. I would definitely hate being pigeon-holed. I'd probably have to be like
the heroine in A Dangerous Invitation,
who sets herself up as a fence for stolen goods and learns how to shoot a flintlock
better than the men around her. I think I'd enjoy that!
If given the choice
between a duke, a rogue, or an alpha hero, which would you choose? In
literature, always a rogue. I like the unconventional views, and the dangerous
side. In reality, I gravitate toward beta heroes normally.
What tempts you?
(Chocolate, caviar, long walks on the beach…) Gluten free pastries, gluten
free cider, extra dirty vodka martinis, television, and a great deal on
clothes!
Rapid fire round:
Designer purses or
Target special? Target, always! I am a thrift shop queen.
Heels or flip flops?
Ridiculously high stiletto heels, though I spend most days in ballet flats.
Rich or famous?
Rich. I don't think the paparazzi and I would have a grand love affair.
American hottie or sexy
Brit? Sexy Brit, though I married an American hottie who claims he'll learn
to do a British accent (11 years later, I have yet to hear it).
Where’s your happy
place? Being at home with my husband, surrounded by our two dogs and our
cat.
Excerpt from A
DANGEROUS INVITATION:
Daniel took one look at the bannister, then at her, and tugged
her closer to him. His hold was strong, but not unrelenting. She was flush
against him, so close she could feel the beating of his heart. Warmth replaced
brisk wind, and his presence blotted out loneliness until she was part of
something greater, something powerful beyond herself.
Kate feared that heady sensation. Passion didn’t stick to
predetermined routes and checklists.
When he spoke, his breath tickled her skin. His voice rumbled
in her ear. “I don’t want to lose you again.”
A tremble tore through her. In those few months after he left,
she’d woken with those words on her lips, whispers from dreams wherein he’d
fulfilled his promise to return for her. He was here, and she forgot the reasons
why she should loathe him.
Everything but the smell of bergamot and cloves disappeared.
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Scoundrel Ever After by Darcy Burke - Once upon a time there was a very bad boy who met a very nice
girl....
Lady of Pleasure by Delilah Marvelle - Educating a man in the art of love takes time. Lots of it.
Sonata for a Scoundrel by Anthea Lawson - Passion and secrets simmer against the glittering backdrop of 19th
century musical celebrity.
To Dare the Duke of Dangerfield by Bronwen Evans - What's a lady to do when a notorious rake
wins her estate in a game of cards?
Undone by Lila DiPasqua –
One steamy, emotionally charged retelling of Rapunzel…Rescuing this beauty from
the ‘tower’ is only the beginning…
The Problem with Seduction by Emma Locke - Elizabeth Spencer needs a man. She doesn't need to like him—because
while she needs a man, she doesn't particularly want one.
A Dangerous Invitation by Erica Monroe - Daniel O'Reilly returns to win back Kate Morgan’s heart and prove
he's innocent of murder.
Once Upon a Duke by Eva Devon - A widow looking to get seduced. A duke more than willing to oblige.
Great & Unfortunate Desires by Gina Danna - A marquis with a guilty past takes a bride
in a world where love is fatal.
Dark Surrender By Erica Ridley - Trapped in darkness…. Their passion burns bright!