By: Jennifer Faye
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For me, one of the most exciting parts of crafting a book is the research. I must admit that in certain instances I do far more research than is necessitated by the story. Maybe that stems from me being a visual writer.
When I draft a story, it plays like a motion picture in my mind. Only my imagination is so much better, as I can conjure up the feeling of a breeze on my face, the sun on my back and the scent of apple blossoms drifting lazily through the air. A vivid imagination is a powerful tool. ;-)
While I was writing SAFE IN THE TYCOON’S ARMS, I did quite a bit of research, but the one part that totally enthralled me was Lucas’s mansion. I knew it was old and his family had owned it for generations. Therefore I knew the house would have its own stories to tell—if only walls could speak, oh the things we would learn.
Now take one determined heroine who is a successful interior designer and a historical mansion in need of some TLC. Do you see some fun discoveries in the making?
Kate, the heroine, learns the Carrington mansion was the hub of activity during the Roaring 20’s. And while she’s staying at the mansion, she discovers amidst the intricate woodwork on the staircase landing a sealed wood panel. And it is what she finds beneath the wood panel that delights and intrigues her—a secret room. When she shares this discovery with Lucas, the hero, it brings them closer together—much closer as it isn’t a very big room. ;-)
I hated that I had to cut so much research out of the book. But when you’re writing a short, fast-paced story, the details must be relevant to the overall story arc. But I hope you’ll have enough details to enjoy the discovery along with Kate and Lucas.
Excerpt:
This night was definitely getting stranger by the second.
She couldn’t resist a second glance at her sexy intruder. He definitely wasn’t a kid, having filled out in all the right places. She’d only ever seen defined muscles like his in the glossy pages of magazines, and this guy would qualify with his washboard abs. He must be around her age, maybe a little older.
When her gaze rose up over his six feet plus of sexiness, she met a hard glint in his blue-gray eyes. He obviously wasn’t any happier about discovering her than she was of stumbling across him.
“What are you doing here?” The stranger’s deep voice held a note of authority as though he were used to commanding people’s attention.
“Wondering why you’re standing in my kitchen.”
The frown lines on his face etched even deeper. “This is your place?”
Technically no, but she wasn’t about to explain her unusual circumstances to Mr. Oh-So- Sexy. She merely nodded, affirming her right to be there.
His brow arched in disbelief.
SAFE IN THE TYCOON'S ARMS
The man
behind the headlines…
When
billionaire Lucas Carrington returns to his New York mansion, he never expects
to find beautiful stranger Kate Whitley making herself at home. Invited by his
aunt to stay, he soon discovers she's a woman in need. She's raising funds for
her sick daughter, so he agrees to let her stay—temporarily!
Kate may
not belong in Lucas's high-society world, but she sees there is more to this
tycoon than the headlines suggest. Yet with so much at stake, can she trust
herself and her heart with New York's most sought-after bachelor?
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Author Info
Jennifer
Faye is a two-time RT Book Reviews Reviewers' Choice Best Book Award
nominee. Maybe that’s partly due to the fact that she has spent most of
her life with her nose in one book or another. It was only natural that she
would go on to spin tales of her own. Now living her dream, she resides in
Pennsylvania with her patient husband, one amazing daughter (the other
remarkable daughter has flown the coop to chase her own dreams) and two spoiled
cats. She’d love to hear from you via her website.Author Links:
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ReplyDeletereading about "tycoons" I'm drawn to the small town-big city guy who has the bad guy image and the good guy heart
ReplyDeleteMe too. Definitely love a gruff exterior with the creamy center. ;-)
DeleteTheir confidence, knowing what they want and making sure they attain their goal.
ReplyDeleteHi Winnie.
DeleteThey're definitely confident. But it's always interesting when they find what they thought they wanted, isn't what they need. ;-)
Hi Jennifer--nice to "meet" you -- your book sounds delightful. I love the idea of secrets in older homes and a secret room is the best of all. Can't wait to pick up the book to check out all your research--the parts that did make it into the story!
ReplyDeleteHi Lizbeth. Nice to "meet" you too. :-)
DeleteI had sooo much fun with the research. And it was so sad to cut it down to size. But then again Kate and Lucas's journey definitely made me smile so it all worked out in the end. I hope you enjoy the book.
This book sounds soooo good! I am most definitely going to read it! :)
ReplyDeleteI think their confidence and generosity is what makes them so sexy!
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Thanks so much, Karen! I really hope you enjoy it. Fingers crossed.
DeleteAs for confidence and generosity, I couldn't agree more. :-)
Congratulations on the book and thanks for the giveaway. I think there's a bit of arrogance with a tycoon and it's fun to see the heroine take him down a peg or two.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kim. And you're welcome.
DeleteAnd I also enjoy watching the heroine teach the hero a thing or two. ;-)
Sounds like a great book! Can't wait to read it!
ReplyDeleteHi Angela! I hope you enjoy it. :-)
DeleteA tycoon is usually forceful and powerful
ReplyDeleteYes, they are. And it's always interesting to see what happens when they're no longer in the driver's seat. ;-)
DeleteI like that tycoons know what they want and have the resources and know-how to go about getting it. LOL
ReplyDeleteMarcy Shuler
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Hi Marcy! :-)
DeleteAnd it gets really exciting when their plans don't exactly how they want. ;-)
Thanks for stopping by.
A very awkward scene in the excerpt but it got my interest. I love the book description. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeletekmccandle(at)yahoo(dot)com
Hi Kai. Glad the except got your attention.
DeleteI hope you get a chance to read more of Kate and Lucas's story. :-)
Have a wonderful week!!!