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Back in the Game

Confession: I’ve been a bad blogger. I’m fortunate to have been prompted several times by people in the past for more blog posts- yet, shamefully, I haven’t delivered. That crazy thing called life swept me away for a couple months, add a few more for wallowing and ta-da! We’re at being a bad blogger.

But no more.

And it all starts with a website makeover with a gorgeous new header by The Killion Group with Hot Damn Designs who I very highly recommend for their prompt and obviously gorgeous work.

You see, I’ve decided to do the flip from Scottish set historical romances to Regency set historical romances. It’s not that men in kilts aren’t hot (because THEY ARE!) but Regency has always piqued my curiosity. Something about the humming sexual tension restrained by rigid society rules, not to mention the dresses and balls and all those other lovely things that make me squee with delight.

I’ve thrown myself into a series about women who fall from society and are scooped up by The Duchess to work in cleaning up scandal for those of the ton who can afford to pay. It’s a treacherous job that requires everything from prowling the dank alleyways of Fetter Street to attending lavish masquerade balls in the most luxurious of silks. Each doll has her own talent and as the series goes on, perhaps I’ll reveal them to you.

For now, I’ll share a glimpse of Lavinia – a woman who was left to die on the streets of London. A failed attempt at prostitution results in the death of a nobleman and her leads her into a position with the Broken Dolls. However, while on her first official assignment, she runs into the brother of the man who died and discovers he is most determined to uncover his brother’s murderer. Things become complicated when he decides to use Lavinia as a cover to ward off unwanted eligible wives. She agrees to the ridiculous notion in order to keep tabs on what he knows. Unfortunately, he uncovers more than she thought possible and she finds herself doing what every Doll is warned against – falling in love.

Scheduled to be to beta readers by July 2013. *eyebrow waggle*

In the meantime, I intend to resume my blog posts and delve into interesting tidbits of research I’ll need for my books, like prostitution, alchemy, poisons, and all sorts of other fascinating things. Feel free to swing by any time to check out my gorgeous new blog and say hi. J

And don’t forget www.THEKILLIONGROUPINC.com and www.HOTDAMNDESIGNS.com for all your designing needs. <- Shameless promo for a company I’m heartily impressed with.

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I’m beyond excited to share my gorgeous new cove I’m beyond excited to share my gorgeous new cover for The Last Bookshop in London - a WWII Historical Fiction

The art team at @hanoversquarepress did such a gorgeous job on this cover! I love it so much!!! 

Inspired by the true World War II history of the few bookshops to survive the Blitz, The Last Bookshop in London is a timeless story of wartime loss, love and the enduring power of literature.

August 1939: London is dismal under the weight of impending war with Germany as Hitler’s forces continue to sweep across Europe. Into this uncertain maelstrom steps Grace Bennett, young and ready for a fresh start in the bustling city streets she’s always dreamed of—and miles away from her troubled past in the countryside.

With aspirations of working at a department store, Grace never imagined she’d wind up employed at Primrose Hill, an offbeat bookshop nestled in the heart of the city—after all, she’s never been much of a reader. Overwhelmed with organizing the cluttered store, she doesn’t have time to read the books she sells. But when one is gifted to her, what starts as an obligation becomes a passion that draws her into the incredible world of literature.

As the Blitz rains down bombs on the city night after night, a devastating attack leaves the libraries and shops of London’s literary center in ruins. Miraculously, Grace’s bookshop survives the firestorm. Through blackouts and air raids, Grace continues running the shop, discovering a newfound comfort in the power of words and storytelling that unites her community in ways she never imagined—a force that triumphs over even the darkest nights of war-torn London.

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Tomorrow is my official cover reveal for The Last Tomorrow is my official cover reveal for The Last Bookshop in London!! I'm so excited!! 😆
How to Tempt a Duke in Italian and Swedish - the l How to Tempt a Duke in Italian and Swedish - the latter just came in the mail! 😆 
I love how Harlequin Historical sends us copies of the translated versions of our books! It’s just such a cool thing to see and hold 🥰
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