Blog Tour: SEDUCTION OF A DUKE by J.R. Salisbury

 

Seduction of a Duke

by J R Salisbury

 

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GENRE:   Historical Romance (Victorian)

 

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BLURB:

 

You never know when cupids arrow is going to strike…
Lady Cora Keats, the only daughter of the Duke of Dover is not only beautiful, she’s confident, self-assured and sometimes a wee bit outspoken. She knows one day she’ll have to marry and settle down – her father constantly reminds her. Cora has other plans - she doesn’t want to marry…at least not now. She’s grown into an independent woman with an occupation few women dare pursue. She cannot…no she will not give up a successful business for a man. Not even if he’s an obscenely handsome duke who shares her interests.
Sebastian Steele, Duke of Hightower was sought after by all the eligible young women. Tall, muscular and stunningly good-looking, the former rake has quietly begun his search for a wife. Drawn by Lady Cora’s uniqueness and confidence he realizes through all their bickering there is something more lying beneath the surface.
Can these two opposites put aside their differences and work together for the greater good or will pride and stubbornness rule?

 

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Excerpt One:

 

"Move your arse! Move your bloody arse!"

 

Sebastian Steele, Duke of Hightower watched in fascination at the young woman standing at the rail yelling and making a fool of herself. Fascinated because he'd never seen a woman get so animated about a horserace. It was undignified and certainly unbecoming of a lady. Where was her husband?

 

Though women did attend horse races with their husbands, they never behaved like this. She appeared to be a peer, well dressed and mannered, except for this outburst. Could it be her husband’s horse she was carrying on about? 

 

She continued watching the race, cheering them on. In the sun red hues sparkled off her mahogany hair. She wore dark green dress with charcoal piping along with a peplum jacket and skirt. The collar hugged her chin and was trimmed with black lace. The jacket closed with small black buttons on the front.

 

He turned his attention from the dark-haired woman to the race, which was winding down. The horses were headed into the homestretch, and his own entry, Apollo's Gold was proving once again to be a disappointment, holding at a good distance behind the winner. The stallion had shown great promise up until the last two races. Something was missing. He needed to send Apollo to someone who could salvage this horse's future before he ruined it.

 

"Better luck next time," Crispin Allgood, Earl of Yorkshire said, clasping him on the shoulder

 

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Guest Post Topic:  What makes a historical romance successful?

 

It should take the reader feel like they've traveled back into the past. Details are important, and not just about major events of that period. Knowledge of everyday life is important as well (thus research is a vital friend). Romance novels center around the love story of one couple. Contrary to the lyrics, however, love is not all you need.  The characters' relationships should be a web of meaningful connections. No action without a reaction. No choices without consequence.

 

The tricky balance every romance writer must establish is maintain a breathless, heart-stopping romance while keeping it tied to a compelling broader narrative. Building physical and emotional tension lies at the heart of an irresistible romance. Stolen kisses, a brief touch, salacious daydreams, and almost-but-not-quite encounters all contribute to the lead to juicier things to come and contribute to the readers' investment in the novel's central relationship.

 

It's okay to use words that might have been used in say 19th century England, but don't overdo it - and don't use a lot of hip modern-day slang words as well.

 

I could go on, but this is what I find basic for every historical romance novel.

 

 

AUTHOR Bio and Links:

 

Amazon bestselling author J R Salisbury divides her time between the U.S. and U.K. with her aging Yorkie, Rocco.

When in the U.K. she finds herself shrouded in history, making an author's imagination come alive.

J R writes Victorian era and Scottish historical romance with perfectly imperfect heroes and strong, sassy heroines.

Website:  www.jamiesalisbury.com

Facebook: www.Facebook.com/JRSHistoricalRomance/?RFF-Bookmarks

Instagram:  AuthorJamieSalisbury

Twitter:  @JamieRSalisbury

 

Seduction of a Duke Amazon Link (offered in KU as well – so Amazon is the only link):  https://www.amazon.com/Seduction-Duke-Love-Devotion-Book-ebook/dp/B09LD9NT1W/

 

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