Blog: Natasha Blackthorne

Five Star Review for Alex's Angel (American Set Georgian Erotic Romance)

2012-02-29T21:38:00.002-08:00

Five of five stars for Alex's Angel in a review that left me speechless and very humbled.
http://www.mizlovelovesbooks.com/2012/02/alexs-angel-by-natasha-blackthorne.html

New Release: Alex's Angel, American Set Georgian Erotic Romance, Excerpt II, NC17

2012-02-27T05:45:00.004-08:00

I am excited to announce my new release for Monday (available now for pre-order)

Erotic American Set Georgian Romance, Alex’s Angel (Carte Blanche # 3)

Feb 27, 2012 from Total-e-Bound:

Book three in the Carte Blanche Series

He needs her to believe in him a lot more than she needs his protection...

In the wake of a devastating epidemic, sheltered Emily Eliot finds herself alone, making her own decisions for the first time. When desperation leads her to sell her virtue, she walks straight into trouble.

Enter one gorgeous, golden haired gentleman bent on protecting her.

Alexander Dalton came to the Blue Duck Tavern seeking to lose himself in sexual pleasure. But when he saw the delicate and vulnerable young woman, he couldn’t turn away.

Emily is alarmed by her own intense responses as this charismatic and carnal man introduces her to erotic pleasure. Having lived as a virtual prisoner of her grandmother’s suffocating manipulation, Emily bridles under Alex’s possessive, protectiveness. And Alex’s charming smile hides a dark secret that could destroy their chance at happiness.

Will their passion burn them up or bring them together?

Reader Advisory:This book is part of a series. This story contains sensual spanking, wild-eyed Jacobin ideology and a cameo of Thomas Jefferson.

Buy Now: http://www.total-e-bound.com/product.asp?strParents=&CAT_ID=&P_ID=1553

By reading any further, you are stating that you are 18 years of age, or over.
If you are under the age of 18, it is necessary to exit this site.
Copyright © Natasha Blackthorne, 2012
All Rights Reserved, Total-E-Ntwined Limited, T/A Total-E-Bound.

New Release Monday Feb 27: Alex's Angel, American Set Erotic Historical Romance , NC17

2012-02-26T10:35:00.005-08:00

I am excited to announce my new release for Monday (available now for pre-order)

Erotic American Set Georgian Romance, Alex’s Angel (Carte Blanche # 3)

Feb 27, 2012 from Total-e-Bound:

Buy Now: http://www.total-e-bound.com/product.asp?strParents=&CAT_ID=&P_ID=1553

Excerpt From: Alex's Angel

Philadelphia, PA
August 1793

Thank You! (Naughty After Dark BlogHoppers)

2012-02-22T22:18:00.001-08:00

Thank you to all the hosts and everyone who came and hopped along with us on the Naughty After Dark Blog Hop. Thank you for helping to make it such a fun event.

Naughty But Lucky

2012-02-22T21:34:00.000-08:00

The winners for the Naughty After Dark Blog Hop Are...
Read more »

Grey's Lady is an ARe Cafe Recommended Read ~ NC17

2012-02-16T23:23:00.000-08:00

"This sexy little romp was an erotic temptation that left me wanting more. I loved the heroine’s feisty nature...Grey is a hot and demanding hero. He follows his heart, giving in to the demands of his desire when enflamed by the dance Beth leads him on." ~ Lady Rhyleigh historical book reviewer for ARe Cafe on February 8th, 2012

Grey's Lady is an ARe Recommended Read: http://www.arecafe.com/books/greys-lady-by-natasha-blackthorne/

The Lucky Valentines

2012-02-15T19:45:00.001-08:00

The Naughty After Dark BlogHop (Feb 15-22) Erotic Regency Romance NC17

2012-02-14T21:12:00.000-08:00

This is my first time to host a blog hop. I want to start off by giving a BIG thank you to Nikki of Close Encounters With The Night Kind.

Thank you to everyone who joined our blog hop. We have over 105 talented authors and wonderful book blogs sharing their most naughty imaginings with you. Come over to the naughty side and check all of them out to win great prizes.

Meanwhile, here are some photos to stimulate your naughty imagination:

I am sharing two very naughty excerpts. I had hoped to have excerpts of Alex's Angel to share as it has many naughty, erotic moments. However, Alex's Angel is not out of editing yet so I had a change in plans.

So I am going to share two excerpts. A naughty waltz and a naughty carriage ride. I hope you enjoy.

"The sweetest erotic romance I've ever read!" ~ 5 Stars for Waltz of Seduction

2012-02-14T06:10:00.000-08:00

5 of 5 stars for Waltz of Seduction:

"Waltz of Seduction is the sweetest erotic romance I've ever read! The love between the couple is so pure, genuine and full of respect, that you completely surrender to the story being told. Love, love, love!" ~ Nat of Reading Romances Review: Waltz of Seduction by Natasha Blackthorne

Another 5 of 5 Stars: "This was one of the most beautifully written short stories I have ever read!...The love between the characters was almost palpable! The sex scenes were so romantic, so cute, so right!...

The story was short, but it was so well done it was able to show us perfectly just how sweet and complex the characters were within those few pages..." ~ Kah Cherub of Not Just Nonsense

It all started with a daring red ball gown…

Shy common-born Sara wants to seduce her husband. Her handsome, blue-blooded husband wants only to teach her how to waltz. But who knew a waltz could be so naughty?

A painful personal experience makes Lord Lockhart believe that a gentleman doesn't inflict his passionate desires on a wife. The marriage bed is for begetting heirs, not animal lust. No matter how much he desires his wife.

But under Lady Lockhart's shyness is a determination to tempt her handsome husband, to satisfy them both and spend every night together in her bed.

Innocent waltzing lessons in their chambers soon become indecent, and may lead the newlyweds to overcome their preconceptions and learn to be lovers, as well as man and wife.

"Hot, wickedly sexy, and a whole lot of spice in the bedroom; with very explicit and detailed scenes that left me completely satisfied and signing up for couples waltz lessons!" ~ Rayna of Nocturne Romance Reads
A Night Owl Reviews Top Pick
"Smartly written with a real feel for the era and all the proprieties that went with it…I enjoyed this story thoroughly and will go back to it again. This is my first book by this author and I will now be investigating her backlist." ~Chris of Night Owl Reviews

“This was a delightful story and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a quick, passionate, erotic romance.” ~ Romancing the Book

“…hot and well played out…Dialogue is natural sounding for this time and the pacing is fast so it’s the ideal quick read …If you like sexy Regencies, I’d say this would be a good pick for you.” Whipped Cream Reviews

Read Two Excerpts from Waltz of Seduction (Heat Level EROTIC, 18 and over only please.): http://natashablackthorneblog.blogspot.com/p/waltz-of-seduction-excerpts.html

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My Favorite Romantic Song ~ This is Real Romance

2012-02-12T19:02:00.000-08:00

For one of the blog hops, I asked you all to share with me your favorite romantic song. I didn't want to share my favorite in the same post where I was advertising my own books.

But this post here is to show mad love to a favorite of mine, possibly one of the most romantic songs and videos ever.

I simply want to share something I think is a real work of art. It takes love from the courtship stages to the real test of everyday, lifelong love and after. If that's not romance, I don't know what is.

It's just beautiful.

Video shared from Vevo on Youtube. No endorsement of my work by Mr. Leonard Cohen is intended or to be implied.

Weekend Dirty Dozen ~ Erotic Historical Romance

2012-02-10T18:44:00.000-08:00

From Grey's Lady

by Natasha Blackthorne

By reading any further, you are stating that you are 18 years of age, or over. If you are under the age of 18, it is necessary to stop reading and exit this post immediately.

But no matter how much he wanted to, he wasn’t going to pounce on the woman and carry her to bed. Instead, over champagne, they would discuss their relationship. Define it. So they knew where they stood, because two weeks of uncertain waiting had been intolerable. He was prepared to make her terms no sane woman could refuse, and she seemed sane.

Once defined, their liaison would start anew as he intended it to go on, no different from with any of his mistresses. There would be no room left for emotion. No distasteful power struggles or disappointments.

He entered his room and locked the door. Soft footfalls sounded on the polished floorboards. He turned to see her running towards him.

She was completely naked. The vixen.

She flung herself at him. Instinctively, he caught her, reeling backwards a little.

Grey's Lady

Book one in the Carte Blanche Series

Seeking sexual excitement and conquest, poor but beautiful Beth seduces wealthy merchant prince Grey Sexton, only to find herself the pursued as he seeks to own her body and soul.

Flouting the moral standards of Jeffersonian America, temptress Beth McConnell lets no man touch her heart. Her motto is love them once and leave them burning.

But when she boldly seduces Grey Sexton, a self-controlled merchant prince from New York, she finds herself too fascinated by his ice-over-fire nature to stay away. His possessive determination to own her, body and soul, threatens to expose her secret erotic life to public shame.

But Beth will only surrender her love to a man she can trust. And Grey's materialistic approach to relationships leaves her little reason to believe he can ever give her what she truly needs.

For these two cynical yet lonely people, can deep sexual intimacy work a miracle and lead to the opening of their hearts?

Buy Now: Grey’s Lady at Total-e-Bound
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With Love, Valentine's Day BlogHop (Feb 11-14)

2012-02-10T18:30:00.000-08:00

Happy Valentines Day!

To celebrate Valentines Day, I am giving one person who fills out the Rafflecopter below their choice from my E-published works.

Fortunate Person in the My Book Boyfriend BlogHop

2012-02-07T16:30:00.000-08:00

Love Is In The Air BlogHop Feb 7-14 ~~Erotic Regency Romance NC17

2012-02-06T21:00:00.000-08:00

Love Is In the Air Blog Hop
Hosted by Under the Covers
Blog hop runs from 12:01 AM February 7th through to 11:59 PM February 14th, 2012.

It has come to that time of year again - Valentine's Day. It is a time for the bad poetry and naughty underwear to be dusted off and put to use. But if you want more than just barely-there underwear and a few sonnets, how about a sexy romantic book to get you in the smooching mood? Join us in our Love is in the Air blog hop for a chance to win and make your Valentine's Day perfect!

I am giving one person who fills out the Rafflecopter below their choice from my E-published works.

1.Waltz of Seduction

2. Grey's Lady

3. White Lace and Promises

4. Alex's Angel (If you select this, you'l have to wait until after Feb 27 to recieve the e-book)

Romancing the Valentine BlogHop (Feb 6- 13) ~ Erotic Regency Romance NC17

2012-02-05T19:03:00.000-08:00

What does romance mean to you?

Comment on what you find romantic, fill out the Rafflecopter below and be entered to win. One randomly chosen commenter will win their choice of my e-published works (Waltz of Seduction, Grey's Lady or White Lace and Promises).

Click on the covers below to read excerpts. (By clicking the covers, you affirm that you are 18 years of age or older. If you're not 18, please leave now):

Reviews for Grey's Lady:

FAN-FREAKING-TASTIC HISTORICAL READ!

YES! YES! YES! Natasha Blackthorne, it is authors like you that make historical reads worth reading. I can think of only one other historical read that I have gave a 5 star rating to and that was Diana Gabaldin. You have captured and implemented the substance that makes the characters come alive and interesting with their emotions leaving the reader excited and feeling the emotions themselves. The story was so exciting that I was totally glued to the page eagerly eating up each sentence and just couldn’t put the book down...Now I will be anxiously waiting for the next book to see where Grey and Beth’s relationship takes them. Excellent Read! ~ Ronda of "Queentutt's World of Escapism"

"A must read Ladies. You will enjoy it hands down.

This one gets 5 Black Orchids.

The sex was off the charts SEXXY!" ~ Sharonda (SexxyBlogger)

"There is nothing more wonderful than a good erotic historical and Natasha Blackthorne's Grey's Lady really delivers...And the sex...well...steamy..." ~ Andrea of "A Chick Who Reads"

"Grey's Lady is a delicious novella full of energy and strong characters...I recommend Grey's if you're looking for a hot historical book to read in a short time – but be aware that you'll have time to read the full title, cause you won't be able to stop! What I can certainly say is: Natasha Blackthorne is definitely an author to watch." ~ Nat of "Reading Romances"

"She wants a good time. He wants a good time. Then they have each other and sparks not only fly...they scorch everything in sight...I really enjoyed Grey. He's terse at times, coddling at others, but he's always got a flair with what he does. He's sexy and I couldn't get enough reading about him." ~ Wendi Zwaduk of "Romance to Make Your Heart Race".

"My heart got all fluttery with the sexual tension between the two of them. I'm gonna give Natasha an extra award for this book, because it has everything in it, romance, passion and so much more...it's GOOD!!!!" ~ Sue of Satin's Bookish Corner.

"Anyone 18+ looking for a HOT read and strong characters really should pick up a copy of Grey's Lady." ~ Skyla of Sinfully Tasty Reads.

"I kept expecting my fingers to be scorched by the pages... Not only was this book incredibly erotic, it also was interestingly enough, romantic. ..This one’s a page turner ladies and definitely leaves you wanting to be Grey’s Lady!!!!" ~ Nikki of Close Encounters With The Night Kind.

"Author Natasha Blackthorne gives us a uniquely set American Regency that singes your fingers with temptesous heat!" ~ Cerise DeLand (Author of Lady Starling’s Stockings) Read The Entire Review Click Here.

"A very emotional read...I look forward to more of Beth and Grey’s dance toward a happily ever after together." ~ Chris of Night Owl Reviews click here.

"I thoroughly enjoyed this. The tone and language felt authentic for the time, but it certainly didn’t dampen the heat between the characters!...a seriously sexy read and one I’d recommend to others." ~ Lucy Felthouse of Erotica 4 All.

"This book caught my attention from the very first page and kept it for the entire 65 pages. I cannot wait to read the next book in the Carte Blanche series. Natasha Blackthorne is an author to watch." ~ Grace of The Romance Reviews

"Smoking hot from the start, the first exchange between the main characters is 'My goodness…it’s so hard, isn’t it?'…Those looking for a quick read full of
passion and undeniable attraction are sure to enjoy this steamy novella." ~ Kendra of JERR

White Lace and Promises will take you on a roller coaster ride of erotic sexual encounters, lies, deception, and near misses, on its journey towards it's naughtily ever after...I really enjoyed reading this story. I fell in love with Grey in the last book and all over again in this one. Still at the end of this dripping conclusion, I would love to be Grey's Lady! Natasha has pumped out an excellent sequel!! I can't wait for her next book!! ~ Review From Close Encounters with the Night Kind

Excellent Read as the drama builds up from the first book "Grey's Lady" in this series...this second book has me totally addicted and madly in love with the whole series. Natasha Blackthorne does not disappoint her fans and delivers one fantastic story...erotic sexual scenes that will have your minds sexual hunger starving for more in the end...I highly recommend this series to all historical romance lovers. The writing is perfect, smooth and fast paced, guaranteed satisfaction!" ~ Review from Queentutt's World of Escapism

I loved this book. You really got to know Grey and Beth and understand what made them the way they were. They were most definitely one of the hottest historical couples I have read, but seeing the people behind the passion made this book such an enjoyable read. ~ Review from Cocktails and Books

What a great sequel to this great series. I love the relationship with Grey and Beth. ~ Review from Chris Bails

Waltz of Seduction has been nominated for the 2011 Cupid and Psyche Award (CAPA) from The Romance Studio.

A Night Owl Reviews Top Pick

"Smartly written with a real feel for the era and all the proprieties that went with it…I enjoyed this story thoroughly and will go back to it again. This is my first book by this author and I will now be investigating her backlist." ~Chris of Night Owl Reviews

This was a delightful story and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a quick, passionate, erotic romance..." ~ Sarah L. of Romancing the Book

"…hot and well played out…Dialogue is natural sounding for this time and the pacing is fast so it's the ideal quick read …If you like sexy Regencies, I'd say this would be a good pick for you." ~ Whipped Cream Reviews

"This is a fantastic short story... I really enjoy stores where the main characters are already married, and this one has a very unusual slant involving the "innocent" dance lessons leading to so much more. Who knew the waltz could be so steamy???" ~ Melissa's Mochas, Mysteries and More

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Hop and enter the other giveaways!

Coming Feb 27, 2012 to Total-E-Bound:

Coming April 9, 2012 to Total-E-Bound:

My Book Boyfriend BlogHop (Feb 1-5) ~ Erotic Regency Romance

2012-01-31T20:41:00.000-08:00

She Loved Them Once & Left Them Burning...Join Me Today at IWriteHot

2012-01-30T10:00:00.000-08:00

Grey's Lady is featured today at IWriteHot:

http://iwritehot.com/2012/01/30/greys-lady-by-natasha-blackthorne/

Beth and Grey's Passionate Battle of Wills Continues....

The Fortunate Ones: Shameless Bloghop

2012-01-28T10:44:00.000-08:00

Lori Z

Anna C

Miki

There are my winners for the Shameless Blog Hop and they will have 72 hours to respond to my email.

Thank you so much to everyone who entered my contest and an extra special thank you to those who commented.

New Cover Art: A Measured Risk

2012-01-26T09:35:00.000-08:00

I woke up to a very lovely surprise in my email.

A beautiful new cover.

I love it! Thank you to the wonderful, talented Emmy Ellis for designing this. It matches my image of the heroine Anne and the setting so perfectly.

I have been smiling all morning over it.

This Erotic Regency Romance is a full length novel and is scheduled for release by Total-e-Bound in early April.

Shameless BlogHop (Jan 20-27)

2012-01-20T01:19:00.000-08:00

Waltz of Seduction Nominated for TRS CAPA award.

2012-01-11T07:30:00.000-08:00

The Romance Studio recently nominated Waltz of Seduction for their Cupid and Psyche Award (CAPA award) in the historical category.

Yesturday I got the graphic above to display on my blog. This is such an huge honor for me.

For anyone who follows my blog and is unfamiliar with Waltz of Seduction. I'll add the reviews, blurb and two excerpts below.

http://www.allromanceebooks.com/storeSearch.html?searchBy=author&qString=Natasha+Blackthorne

A Night Owl Reviews Top Pick

This was a delightful story and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a quick, passionate, erotic romance..." ~ Sarah L. of Romancing the Book

It all started with a daring red ball gown…

Shy commoner Sara wants to seduce her husband. Her handsome, blue-blooded husband wants only to teach her how to waltz. But who knew a waltz could be so naughty?

A painful personal experience makes Lord Lockhart believe that a gentleman doesn't inflict his passionate desires on a wife. The marriage bed is for begetting heirs, not animal lust. No matter how much he desires his wife.

But under Lady Lockhart's shyness is a determination to tempt her handsome husband, to satisfy them both and spend every night together in her bed.

Innocent waltzing lessons in their chambers soon become indecent, and may lead the newlyweds to overcome their preconceptions and learn to be lovers, as well as man and wife.

By reading any further, you are stating that you are at least 18 years of age. If you are under the age of 18, it is necessary to exit this site.

An Excerpt From: WALTZ OF SEDUCTION
Copyright © NATASHA BLACKTHORNE, 2011
All Rights Reserved, Ellora's Cave Publishing, Inc.
First Excerpt:

"Colin, are you angry with me?"

They were standing in the sitting room that connected their bedchambers. He was having a difficult time ignoring the ache in his groin. But he had already bothered Sara this week. Last night, in fact. To do so again, so soon, would be piggish. A gentleman shouldn't treat his wife like some whore waiting on his needs.

Ladies had delicate natures. Sexuality and arousal could prove too unsettling to their nerves. Medical science was starting to discover this but he knew it from a very personal experience.

"Colin?" Her voice held that gentle insistence that was like leading strings on his heart.

And her large gray eyes were luminous with what he suspected were soon-to-be-shed tears. He was in no mood to comfort her. If he got anywhere near her, he'd be on her and shortly thereafter, in her, balls deep and thrusting.

"It's late. Go to bed, Sara," he said, covering his angst with a bored tone.

"It is the gown, isn't it?" Her voice quavered.

He struggled for the right words. "I just think red is a little bold."

Her lower lip trembled. That velvety pink lower lip. "I am sorry to have offended you, Colin."

Inwardly he sighed. "You did not offend me. I am just thinking of your good name."

What a miserable lie to cover his jealousness. And shameful to mislead her when he longed to draw her into his arms and tell her how utterly lovely she looked in the gown. But he didn't want to encourage her to display herself like this.

"Come here," he said, holding his arms out. She came to him, her eyes large and glossy with unshed tears.

He took her hands and gave her a quick, chaste kiss. "It's no matter now. Forget it."

She nodded.

"Now to bed," he said firmly.

He watched her depart, his eyes trained on the way the shimmering red silk clung to her tight little bottom.

She slipped into her chamber, the soft click of the door speaking more profoundly than any satisfying slam.

He knew a sense of both relief and loss. Sweating and shaking, he sank into his chair and hooked a finger into his cravat, loosening it.

Dear God, he was not cut out for marriage. Shy, sweet Sara. He mustn't frighten her with his animal lust.

Nine months of marriage had proven to be blue balls hell. There were other women with greater fortunes he might have married. His father had been pushing the daughter of an obscenely wealthy Italian merchant. A charming brunette with dark, flashing eyes and lush breasts.

So why had Colin picked Sara? Honestly? Because of the way her eyes lit up with genuine pleasure and her face blushed at his least attention. In a town of bored, spoiled coquettes, her open adoration had been terribly flattering. And she was sincere and intelligent. The type of woman he could imagine mothering his children. He quickly became infatuated with her delicate features, her quiet warmth.

And naturally he had assumed he would keep mistresses as all men of his station did. But a funny thing happened. By the time they married, she had worked her way under his skin. So deeply that he couldn't even stomach the thought of chasing pretty opera dancers with his friends the night before the wedding.

Since then, his sexual outlet had been limited to the marriage bed, where he must always hold himself in check and hurry so as to inconvenience his wife as little as possible.

With a long, ragged sigh, he resigned himself to spend tonight as he seemed to spend most nights lately.

Getting a little foxed, palming off and then getting seriously soused. He sat down in the chair, took the decanter from the side table and poured himself a glass of brandy.

The longer they were married, the more he wanted her.

Yes, he loved her.

Who wouldn't love Sara once they came to know her?

Which was why he'd wanted to dance with her in public. To show the world how much he cared for and respected her. That their match was more than mere convenience. That he admired her for more than her clay mine and her trust fund. She might be a commoner but she was his lady.

Three brandies into his binge, he decided the matter was more urgent than he'd first given it credit. He needed to show that she was indisputably his. How were the men of Mayfair to know this if he and Sara spent all of their time in society separated? He in the card room, she hiding in corners. It could make her the target of rakes and would-be-lotharios. Not that he distrusted his wife's virtue. But just the thought of another man making her indecent proposals turned his stomach.

He left the sitting room, determined to do something about it.

Second Excerpt:

Alarm accelerated her heartbeat and she glanced up at him. "What are you doing?"

"Trust me." He moved behind her and took both her hands. She felt him tugging and pulling.

Then he faced her. "Now we try again."

She pulled at her hands. She couldn't move them. He had bound them together. "Colin?"

He came back to face her and clasped the sides of her waist, holding her firmly. "I will not let you fall. Do you trust me?"

"I suppose," she replied. But she worried about his state of mind. He did seem a little foxed.

He began to move, slowly. She stared down at her feet.

"Stop counting the steps." He pointed at his face. "Look me in the eyes. Feel this in your stomach, not your head. Trust me."

Her feet wouldn't obey.

"In my eyes," he said.

She took a deep breath and tried to concentrate on this mysterious thing he seemed to think she would see in his eyes. He smiled at her and then she did feel something in her belly. A gushy sensation that did nothing to steady her balance. She returned his smile. He was certainly more handsome than her dancing master had been. More graceful as well. They finished the dance with a few trips and stops. Then mercifully, it was over.

They rested a moment.

"I think I have it, will you untie me now?"

"Oh no, my Lady Lockhart. That was just practice. If you trip this time, you shall owe me two waltzes at that ball."

It was an unfair edict. She felt helpless as a marionette in his arms. She didn't know how she was expected to keep her balance.

After a time, his steady blue gaze transfixed her. She forgot about her feet and just followed him. He was right, there was something in the stomach. A feeling of connection between what she saw in his eyes and how her feet seemed to move in tune with his as if by magic. He twirled her faster and faster until she was laughing and trying to catch her breath. He slowed down and bent his mouth to her ear.

"This is waltzing. And you dance beautifully when you forget yourself." His husky voice sent shivers though her and her nipples drew tight.

His lips touched hers. His tongue caressed her lower lip in feathery strokes. Her lips parted of their own volition and his tongue swept into her mouth. Hot, wet and wine tinged.Dear sweet heaven.He had never kissed her like this. She wanted to embrace him but he didn't seem in a hurry to release her from her bonds. Maybe she should ask. But then, Priscilla said men didn't like to be directed in the bedchamber.

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"I fell in love with both characters...In addition, their waltz lessons in the bedchambers were fun and sexy to read." ~ Lady Raven Rave of Romance Novel Junkies

Waltz of Seduction

By Natasha Blackthorne

Get Naughty After Dark with Natasha and Nikki (Feb 15-22)...This is a BLOGHOP sign up

2012-01-07T14:47:00.000-08:00

Blog Hop Sign Up!!

Close Encounters With the Night Kind and Natasha Blackthorne Writes Erotic Historical Romance

Message from Nikki:

Hello!! I, along with my co-host Natasha Blackthorne, will be (hopefully) running our first blog hop!! I will be playing with the button a little more to make it visible but here is the outline of the event. Anyone can sign up. I only have a few rules:

1. Posts must be up at 12 am on the 15th. I will be checking!! Any post not up by the allotted time will be deleted from the event.

2. Posts must include the hop button which I will be sending out to you a week before it is supposed to go live.

3. Posts must include the linky list, the links to the next three bloggers, or a link back to either my site or Natasha's. We want everyone to be able to hop to all the sites.

4. Your giveaway can be anything but it must include something related to either being naughty(Naughty doesn't necessarily mean sex toys or handcuffs :), it can be sexy...like jewelry or clothing..or decadent like candy, sweets or chocolate..naughty has a wide variety of meanings, since I'm on a diet chocolate would be naughty to me!!!) or a book (meaning anything book related, swag, reading lights or book accessories, gift cards, e-copies, or paperbacks)

5. Have fun :)

Authors, if your swamped and can't commit to linking up but would like to have your book featured in the hop, just e-mail Nikki at viajeradelmar@aol.com or if you have problems linking up!

The Fortunate Ones for the New Year's BLOGHOP

2012-01-05T13:31:00.000-08:00

New Year Bloghop Grandprize ~ A Kindle Fire

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The New Year Blog Hop!

Come visit us on Jan 4th! Over 60 authors and reviews are going to talk about their favorite New Year Memory! What does that mean for you? Well we are giving away gift cards, books, and other swag goodies throughout the day! Each author will chose their own winner - so that means over 50 winners! And you can win on multiple pages!

And the best thing? We have TWO Grand prizes.

One being a Kindle Fire to a lucky winner!
Our second grand prize is a $80 Amazon GC!

On each of the 65 pages, make a comment and be entered to win 65 times. Comment at each of the blogs. 1 comment per person per page.

Two winners will be chosen via random.org

The subject of this blog hop is favorite New Year's Memories. My favorite New Year's memories are all about sharing New Year's Eve with my best female friend and her family. We liked to order pizza or make prime rib and we would play board games---like Trival Pursuit and always win against the guys. These were the best times.

To enter here for the grand prize, please make a comment. You probably already told your favorite New Year's memory elsewhere in the Blog Hop so just tell me Happy New Year's or share what your favorite Christmas present this year was. Mine was a set of dark red flannel sheets. They are so cheerful, cozy and soft.

I am still celebrating my new release, the sequel to Grey's Lady which is titled White Lace and Promises.

To share my celebration with readers I am holding a Giveaway in this blog hop: Three randomly chosen commenters will recieve their choice of an e-copy of Waltz of Seduction or Grey's Lady. Fill out Rafflecpoter for my contest.

You must be 18 years of age or older and have reached the age of majority in your country/state of residence to enter. This giveaway is void where prohibited by law. If your name is chosen, you will have 72 hours to get in touch with me or I will draw another name. Good Luck!

Winner of the New Year's Blog Hop Is...

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Tawn
Option: Subscribe to my newsletter
Time: Sat Dec 24 00:00:00 PST 2011

I will be emailing Tawn and she will have 72 hours to contact me back.

Thank you everyone for entering my contest and extra special thanks to those who commented. I hope everyone has a safe, successful and happy 2012!

Give * away & Excerpt, 4.5 Stars for Grey's Lady & Interview: For The Love of Reading

2011-12-31T10:58:00.000-08:00

Today I am being guest hosted on "For The Love of Reading" by Niina Cord. Please stop by and check it out. Once you've read it, come here and post something about me or Grey's Lady that you could only know from the interview and you'll be entered to win an E-copy of Grey's Lady. I'll draw a winner on Tuesday at 12:00AM.

Click here to read the review/interview: http://niinas-reading-and-reviewing.blogspot.com/2011/12/greys-lady-review-18-only-excerpt.html

RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH THESE AMAZING E-BOOKS!

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Several outstanding authors and I are doing a blog promotion which you can follow. This is an open promotional opportunity for all authors who wish to participate. Here is how it works, in the comment section of the blog leave a blurb and buy link to your book. It would be awesome if you also participate by putting up a blog like this under the title "RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH THESE AMAZING EBOOKS! If you wish to participate please leave your blog link with your blurb and buy links in the comment areas of the various blogs you go to. A quick way to get to those participating is to tweet with the url to your blog post and #hashtag@newyearsbookpromo Post your blogs no later than 1 AM Saturday Morning and tweet the info with the url to the blog post and the hastag above that way it can be easily searched for on Twitter.

Seeking sexual excitement and conquest, poor but beautiful Beth seduces wealthy merchant prince Grey Sexton, only to find herself the pursued as he seeks to own her body and soul.

Flouting the moral standards of Jeffersonian America, temptress Beth McConnell lets no man touch her heart. Her motto is love them once and leave them burning.

But when she boldly seduces Grey Sexton, a self-controlled merchant prince from New York, she finds herself too fascinated by his ice-over-fire nature to stay away. His possessive determination to own her, body and soul, threatens to expose her secret erotic life to public shame.

But Beth will only surrender her love to a man she can trust. And Grey's materialistic approach to relationships leaves her little reason to believe he can ever give her what she truly needs.

For these two cynical yet lonely people, can deep sexual intimacy work a miracle and lead to the opening of their hearts

Want to Read How Beth and Grey Got Started? To Read The First Chapter of Grey's Lady, Click on Banner Below.

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Give*away & Excerpt: Erotic American Set Regency Romance: White Lace & Promises

2011-12-30T15:08:00.001-08:00

Dear Followers, I am so pleased to share with you my new release:

New Year's BlogHop! (Dec 23- Jan 1)

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Guest Post: Talina Perkins of Bookin' It Reviews Introduces SweetPea Delights: Easy Meal Ideas For Moms On The Go (Download Dec 30-31)

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SweetPea Delights: Easy Meal Ideas For Moms On The Go

By Talina Perkins

Recipe Count: 90

Includes cooking tips and inspirational quotes

Available at: Amazon Kindle (Download for free Dec 30-31)

Blurb:

We all love sharing easy and delicious meal ideas with our friends and family members. Sitting down to a warm and hearty meal each night is a blessing my family and I are always thankful for. But at times getting those meals whipped up is a lot harder when our schedules keep us so busy.

In SweetPea Delights: Easy Meal Ideas For Moms-On-The-Go I have pulled together over 90 delicious family recipes, to help you bring a warm and hearty meal to your table. You’ll find yummy Grab 'n' Go Breakfast Cookies to lighten up your morning. For warm and cozy lunch how about Quick & Spicy Chicken ‘n Rice and for dinner serve your family a fun What-The-Hay taco meal. You’ll even find recipes for easy and delicious snacks everyone will love!

Beyond the easy meal ideas, you’ll also find cooking tips and inspirations sprinkled within the pages to add flavor to your cooking experience.

So, let’s get started with SweetPea Delights: Easy meal Ideas For Moms-On-The-Go!

Author FB Fan Page | Twitter | Blog

Cookbook FB Fan Page | Email

Click here to download printable recipe cards, tags and a

Cooking Utility Software from SweetPea Delights

About the Author:

A Paranormal & Contemporary romance author & Non-Fiction Cookbook Author, A Top Pick Reviewer for Night Owl Reviews and owner and author of Bookin' It Reviews. A place where you’ll find guest authors, giveaways, & video snippet readings of books I am reading or recommend. You’ll also get to hear my thoughts on the author’s writing style or plot. Come by and discover a world just for readers at Bookin’ It Reviews!

Monday Dec 19, 2011

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Hello Everybody and Happy Monday!

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The Mistletoe Madness Blog Hop. Grand Prize: Enter to Win a Nook Pre-loaded with 30+ e-Books!

2011-12-15T21:00:00.000-08:00

Contest Closed.

Winners Will Be Listed on Dec 24.

Stuff Your Stockings Blog Hop

2011-12-15T20:45:00.000-08:00

Contest Closed.

Winner for the Naughty Not Nice Blog Hop

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HO! HO! HO!: Holiday Spice, Choose Your Flavor, Naughty or Nice Blog Hop (Dec 12-19)

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Closed.

Jingle Balls Blog Hop (Dec 12-17)

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Closed.

The Romancing Christmas Giveaway Hop (Dec 10-16)

2011-12-09T21:21:00.000-08:00

Contest Closed. The Winner is:

Name: Joanne B.
Option: Verify your age
Time: Sat Dec 10 00:00:00 PST 2011

Naughty Not Nice Blog Hop (For 18+ ONLY)

2011-12-08T21:06:00.000-08:00

Closed.

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Scarlet Blackwell Talks About What Inspired Half a Man ( War Tales #1 )

2011-12-06T21:00:00.000-08:00

It is an honor and pleasure for me to welcome Scarlet Blackwell to my blog. Today she is going to talk about what inspired her unique vintage M/M romance Half a Man ( War Tales #1 )

The winner of the New Author Blog Hop is:

2011-11-30T13:51:00.000-08:00

Winner of the Awesome Black Friday Blog Hop (Kindle Fire & 20 Ebooks)

2011-11-27T13:17:00.000-08:00

The winner of the Black Friday Blog Hop was picked by Cassandra Carr and announced on her blog:

http://booksbycassandracarr.com/wordpress/?p=742

Thank you so much to everyone who visited my page and for all the wonderful comments during this blog hop.

Winner for the Gratitude Giveaways Blog Hop

2011-11-27T13:08:00.000-08:00

The winner for the Gratitude Giveaway Hop is:

Entry #5 Ann F

I will be contacting the winners by email and they will have 72 hours to contact me at n (dot) blackthorne (@) Yahoo (dot) com

Thank you to everyone who entered and especially to those who commented. Thank you for making my contest so much fun. :)

Winner of the Black Friday Book Bonanza

2011-11-27T13:01:00.000-08:00

The winners are:

Entry #44 Joder

Entry #111 melora brock

I will be contacting the winners by email and they will have 72 hours to contact me at n (dot) blackthorne (@) Yahoo (dot) com

Thank you to everyone who entered and especially to those who commented. Thank you for making my contest so much fun. :)

Enter to WIN in the Black Friday Book Bonanza! (Nov 25-27)

2011-11-24T20:59:00.000-08:00

Contest Closed

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Enter to WIN a Kindle Fire and over 20 e-books! An Awesome Black Friday Blog Hop!

2011-11-24T20:58:00.000-08:00

Contest closed.

An Awesome Black Friday Blog Hop

2011-11-24T13:07:00.000-08:00

Contest Closed.

The TRB Thanksgiving Blog Hop Winner is...

2011-11-23T21:49:00.001-08:00

Enter to WIN an E-copy of two Erotic Regency Era Romances by Natasha Blackthorne

2011-11-22T19:48:00.000-08:00

Contest Still OPEN

Enter to Win an e-Copy of my Erotic Regency Era Novellas Grey's Lady and Waltz of Seduction.

Click on covers to learn more about the novellas and to read excerpts. By clicking the covers and reading the excerpts, you affirm that you are 18 or older and are considered an adult where you live.

Click Covers to Read Excerpts:

To Enter:
1. You must be 18 or older and have reached the age of majority in your country/state of residence.

2. Fill out the Rafflecopter below. There is only one mandatory entry.

To check out the other blogs participating in this New Author Blog Hop, click here.

The winner of the Save a Turkey Blog Hop is....

2011-11-21T22:15:00.000-08:00

TBR's Thanksgiving Blog Hop ~ Enter To WIN a E-copy of Waltz of Seduction

2011-11-19T21:00:00.000-08:00

Contest Closed.

Gratitude Giveaways Blog Hop (Nov 17 to 27) Enter to WIN 2 Erotic Regency Era Romance Novellas

2011-11-15T19:27:00.001-08:00

Contest Closed.

Please Vote For The Cover of Grey's Lady at Alternative Read.

2011-11-15T07:51:00.000-08:00

I'd love your vote for the cover of Grey's Lady. The poll is listed on the right hand side of the page, about 3/4 towards the bottom. http://www.tjbook-list.blogspot.com

Guest Author Interview Tammy Dennings Maggy ~ Author of For The Love of Quinn

2011-11-14T20:00:00.000-08:00

Tammy Dennings Maggy's Bio

As far back as I can remember I have had two dreams: become a veterinarian and a world famous author. So far I achieved the first one and have enjoyed a wonderful career as a small animal veterinarian, but something has always been missing. I have never stopped writing; that has never an issue. The problem was getting up the nerve to actually finish one of my novels and submit it to a publisher. What a scary thought to send a stranger something I had poured my heart into. Would they like it? Would they see the characters the way I saw them in my head? Writing For the Love of Quinn was like giving birth to my first child…I had to let my characters go to see if they would take off…and boy have they ever!

Having grown up in Michigan and now living in Northern California, I have had the privilege to experience life in a small town and a big city. Everyone who I have met along the way has influenced my writing in one way or another. Their experiences as well as my own help make up the characters that I hold near and dear to my heart. Helping them find the loves of their lives as well as fulfilling a few fantasies along the way is just frosting on the cake!

Connect with Tammy

Blog | Facebook | Twitter

Save A Turkey: Gobble Up A Blog Hop Tour

2011-11-13T20:30:00.000-08:00

ENCHANTED MUSE BLOG TOURS PRESENTS

Save A Turkey: Gobble Up A Blog Hop Tour

NOV 14 - NOV 21

1) HAVE FUN!!!

2) INVITE ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS!!! SPREAD THE WORD!!!

3) THIS TOUR STARTS: Monday, November 14, at Midnight (Arizona Time)
THIS TOUR ENDS: Monday, November 21, at Midnight (Arizona Time)
Winners will be drawn and posted November 22nd! ***

4) MEET AND MINGLE WITH ALL THE AUTHORS & BOOK PAGES! EXPERIENCE A NEW DESTINATION AT EVERY STOP! PARTICIPATE IN EVERY BLOG CONTEST AND BE ENTERED FOR CHANCES TO WIN MULTIPLE PRIZES! EVERY BLOG VISITED IS ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO WIN!!

5) PARTICIPATION AT ALL BLOGS IS RECOMMENDED, BUT NOT REQUIRED. REMEMBER, THE MORE BLOGS YOU HOP, THE BETTER YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING PRIZES. EVERY AUTHOR & BOOK PAGE IS WAITING TO MEET AND INTERACT WITH YOU, SO PLEASE BE SURE TO SHOW THEM SOME LOVE!

6) DID I MENTION TO HAVE FUN? WHOO! HOO!! HERE WE GOOOOOOOOOOOO!***Authors & Book Pages have full discretion to choose an alternate winner in the event any winner fails to claim their prize(s) within 72 hours of their name being posted or after notification of win, whichever comes first. Anyone who participates in this blog hop tour is subject to these rules.

Enter to WIN a free PDF copy of my American Set Regency Novella, Grey's Lady.

Grey's Lady is a Best Seller in Historical Regency and Historical America on All Romance e-Books. Click to Buy Now.

Winner of the November Giveaway Hop

2011-11-12T05:24:00.000-08:00

The winner of the November Giveaway Hop is:
Debbie Davis
Option: Follow @Nblackthorne on Twitter

Time: Tue Nov 8 00:00:00 PST 2011

Please contact me at n (dot) blackthorne (@) Yahoo (dot) com within the next 48 hours to claim your prize.

Thank you to everyone who entered and an extra special thank you to everyone who commented.

November Giveaway Hop

2011-11-07T20:41:00.001-08:00

Enter to WIN a free PDF copy of my American Set Regency Novella, Grey's Lady.

Grey's Lady is a Best Seller in Historical Regency and Historical America on All Romance e-Books. Click to Buy Now.

November Contests

2011-11-02T19:30:00.000-07:00

If you've come here because of the ad on Coffeetime Romance, somehow the dates got left off the add. The contest runs from November 17 to 27, 2011.

There will be a similar contest running here from Nov 8 through 11 that I am not advertising there.

So sorry about the mix up but please do come back.

The winners for the Halloween Blog Hops Are...

2011-10-31T21:30:00.000-07:00

Weekend Dirty Dozen, 12 Sentences From Grey's Lady

2011-10-28T18:00:00.000-07:00

Welcome Bewitching Trick or Treat Blog Hoppers! Enter to Win Four Erotic Historical Romance Ebooks by Four Different Authors

2011-10-27T20:04:00.000-07:00

Welcome Iris Deorre, author of The Whitby Ghost

2011-10-27T05:12:00.000-07:00

Welcome Spooktacular Blog Hoppers! Enter to win two ebooks by Natasha Blackthorne!

2011-10-23T23:59:00.000-07:00

The Winner of the Spook-a-licious Blog Hop Is...

2011-10-23T23:58:00.000-07:00

Sunday Snog ~ Excerpt From Waltz of Seduction

2011-10-22T18:34:00.000-07:00

Waltz of Seduction

A Night Owl Reviews Top Pick!

4.5 of 5 Stars from Night Owl Reviews!
"Smartly written with a real feel for the era and all the proprieties that went with it…I enjoyed this story thoroughly and will go back to it again. This is my first book by this author and I will now be investigating her backlist." ~ Chris at Night Owl Reviews

4.5 Hoots From Nocturne Romance Reads!
"Hot, wickedly sexy, and a whole lot of spice in the bedroom; with very explicit and detailed scenes that left me completely satisfied and signing up for couples waltz lessons!" Rayna of Nocturne Romance Reads

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Please Vote For The Cover of Grey's Lady!

2011-10-22T16:47:00.000-07:00

The cover for Grey's Lady, designed by April Martinez, is up for a vote! If you liked my cover, I'd dearly love your support and your vote:

http://yougottareadcovers.blogspot.com/

The Weekend Dirty Dozen ~ Excerpt From Grey's Lady, An EROTIC Regency Era Romance Set in Philadelphia, PA

2011-10-20T20:07:00.000-07:00

A 12 sentence excerpt Blog Hop. Click banner above for more details and to visit other participating author blogs.

Welcome SPOOK-A-LICIOUS Blog Hoppers! (Oct 17-24)

2011-10-17T11:23:00.000-07:00

Spook-a-licious:

Where Boo-ks Devour You Blog Hop!

Winner of the Romance Blog Hop!

2011-10-15T12:03:00.000-07:00

Welcome Romance Blog Hoppers!

2011-10-07T21:00:00.000-07:00

Excerpts from Waltz of Seduction

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Waltz of Seduction

A Night Owl Reviews Top Pick!

Cerise DeLand Reviews Grey's Lady

2011-10-03T15:45:00.000-07:00

"Spirited Beth McConnell leads a colorless life working with her siblings in a cobbler shop in post-Revolutionary Philadelphia. A lovely woman of good education, she occasionally creates excitement in her drab world by attracting and seducing handsome, wealthy men. Uninterested in long-term relationships or marriage, one afternoon Beth approaches New York shipping magnate Grey Sexton and has no idea she has met her match.

After the two of them share a brief but torrid encounter in Grey’s carriage, neither of them can forget the other. Despite their best efforts to never meet again, their desire for each other grows until Grey must change the way he thinks about women and Beth must decide precisely how well she can live without Grey’s touch.

GREY’S LADY is a steamy drama between two people who learn that lust can lead to love. Author Natasha Blackthorne gives us a uniquely set American Regency that singes your fingers with temptesous heat!" ~ Cerise DeLand (Author of Lady Starling’s Stockings)

Read The Entire Review Here (By clicking this link, you affirm that you are 18 or older. If you are not 18 or older, don't click!):
http://news.total-e-bound.com/newsletter.asp?article=530#4

Grey's Lady at DRenee Bagby's 1st Chapters

2011-09-24T15:08:00.001-07:00

Here is the first chapter, by clicking this link you verify and affirm that you are at least 18+ years of age and have reached the age of majority in your country of residence, warning for adults only: http://dreneebagbypresentsfirstchapters.blogspot.com/2011/08/greys-lady-by-natasha-blackthorne.html

Reviews for Grey's Lady!

2011-09-24T09:05:00.000-07:00

10 of 10 Stars for Grey's Lady from Sinfully Tasty Reads!

"This Novella is about these two people with such strong wills trying to fight for dominance in their red hot affair... Anyone 18+ looking for a HOT read and strong characters really should pick up a copy of Grey's Lady." ~ Skyla of Sinfully Tasty Reads.

From Close Encounters of the Night

Kind!

"I kept expecting my fingers to be scorched by the pages. Not only was this book incredibly erotic, it also was interestingly enough, romantic. So if you like your historical romances with a little bit more sizzle than sweetness, this is the book for you. My only regret was that it wasn’t longer! I remember finishing it up and going noooo! This one’s a page turner ladies and definitely leaves you wanting to be Grey’s Lady!!!!" ~ Nikki of Close Encounters of the Night Kind.

5 of 5 Flowers For Grey's Lady by "A Chick Who Reads"!!

"It was great fun to watch these characters come together. And the sex...well...steamy. I really enjoyed getting to know Beth and Grey. Both were really intriguing characters that you really want to get to know...can't wait to read the next book in this new series." ~ Andrea of "A Chick Who Reads."

4.25 stars for Grey's Lady from Night Owl Reviews!!

"A very emotional read that really had an edge in political influences that drove the characters. I look forward to more of Beth and Grey’s dance toward a happily ever after together." ~ Chris of NOR

To read the review: click here.

4 of 5 Stars For Grey's Lady from Sensual Reads!

"This book follows a hot love affair that is bound to fail if both parties do not compromise." ~ Candy of Sensual Reads.

Praise for Grey's Lady from Erotica 4 All!

4.5 Hoots for Waltz of Seduction from Nocturne Romance Reads!

2011-09-22T05:09:00.000-07:00

"Hot, wickedly sexy, and a whole lot of spice in the bedroom; with very explicit and detailed scenes that left me completely satisfied and signing up for couples waltz lessons!" ~ Rayna of Nocturne Romance Reads.

4.25 Stars For Grey's Lady From Night Owl Reviews!!

2011-09-21T10:15:00.000-07:00

4.25 stars for Grey's Lady!!

Gosh, it is such a lovely review, to read it please click here.

To purchase: http://www.total-e-bound.com/Series/Carte-Blanche/Greys-Lady/p-83-246-1318/

To read the first chapter: http://dreneebagbypresentsfirstchapters.blogspot.com/2011/08/greys-lady-by-natasha-blackthorne.html?zx=35cfe74188547f3d (For 18 years of age and over only please.)

New Cover Art ~ White Lace and Promises, Carte Blanche Book Two

2011-09-20T20:10:00.000-07:00

Book Two in the Carte Blanche Series, Scheduled for Release Dec. 26, 2011 from Total-e-Bound.

A merchant prince and his poor-girl wife discover that it takes more than love to make a marriage work.

New York Merchant Prince Grey Sexton loves Beth, body and soul. But in a time of impending war and trade disruption, he can’t allow bedding his bride-to-be to distract him from his privateering ventures. He vows to put his business before the desires of the flesh.

Shocked and hurt by Grey’s apparent withdrawal, Beth wonders whether Grey truly returns the burning love she feels for him. Abandoned by her unknown father, how can she agree to start a family with a man who seems to have abandoned passion for papers and prospects?

4 of 5 Roses For Waltz of Seduction by Natasha Blackthorne

2011-09-16T21:48:00.000-07:00

"This was a delightful story and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a quick, passionate, erotic romance..." ~ Sarah L. of Romancing the Book.

To read more, click the button:

Romancing the Book: Review: Waltz of Seduction by Natasha Blackthorne: Waltz of Seduction by Natasha Blackthorne Release Date: May 20, 2011 Publisher: Ellora's Cave Page Count: 38 Source: ebook provide...

Coming April 23, 2012

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Carte Blanche Book Four: Emily's Seduction

Coming April 23, 2012 from Total-e-Bound

Before he can share his deepest, darkest secrets with her, he has to show her what seduction truly means.

For the first time in a long time, Alex is genuinely happy. He’s found a woman he can love. Now he wants only to enjoy his life. But the past won’t let him go. His dark secrets threaten to engulf him. Yet how can he tell his innocent fiancé about the horrific things he’s experienced?


Emily finds herself locked in a battle with the darkness that appears to hold Alex captive. As he reveals more of his inner torment, as he seduces her into carnal decadence, she wonders who is this man she’s so desperately in love with.


Can their love survive this intense journey of erotic exploration, shocking revelations and unsettling discoveries?

The Winner of the Grey's Lady Virtual Book Tour is...

2011-09-10T08:58:00.000-07:00

My book tour was blast and I'd like to thank all the hosts for making me feel so welcomed. I would also like to thank everyone who took the time to come by and comment. A BIG thank you to Goddess Fish Promotions for putting the tour together and all their help during the preparation phase.

The randomly drawn commenter is Marybelle.

The host with the most comments, excluding mine and hers, is Among The Muses.

Congratulations to the winners!

Waltz of Seduction

2011-09-06T20:30:00.000-07:00

Waltz of Seduction

A Night Owl Reviews Top Pick!

Heat Level EROTIC, 18 and over only please.

Blurb: A painful personal experience makes Lord Lockhart believe that a gentleman doesn’t inflict his passionate desires on a wife. The marriage bed is for begetting heirs, not animal lust. No matter how much he desires his wife. But under Lady Lockhart’s shyness is a determination to tempt her handsome husband, to satisfy them both and spend every night together in her bed.

Innocent waltzing lessons in their chambers soon become indecent, and may lead the newlyweds to overcome their preconceptions and learn to be lovers, as well as man and wife.

Here's a two short excerpts to tempt you:

By reading any further, you are stating that you are at least 18 years of age. If you are under the age of 18, it is necessary to exit this site.

An Excerpt From: WALTZ OF SEDUCTION

“Colin, are you angry with me?”

They were standing in the sitting room that connected their bedchambers. He was having a difficult time ignoring the ache in his groin. But he had already bothered Sara this week. Last night, in fact. To do so again, so soon, would be piggish. A gentleman shouldn’t treat his wife like some whore waiting on his needs.

Ladies had delicate natures. Sexuality and arousal could prove too unsettling to their nerves. Medical science was starting to discover this but he knew it from a very personal experience.

“Colin?” Her voice held that gentle insistence that was like leading strings on his heart.

And her large gray eyes were luminous with what he suspected were soon-to-be-shed tears. He was in no mood to comfort her. If he got anywhere near her, he’d be on her and shortly thereafter, in her, balls deep and thrusting.

“It’s late. Go to bed, Sara,” he said, covering his angst with a bored tone.

“It is the gown, isn’t it?” Her voice quavered.

He struggled for the right words. “I just think red is a little bold.”

Her lower lip trembled. That velvety pink lower lip. “I am sorry to have offended you, Colin.”

Inwardly he sighed. “You did not offend me. I am just thinking of your good name.”

What a miserable lie to cover his jealousness. And shameful to mislead her when he longed to draw her into his arms and tell her how utterly lovely she looked in the gown. But he didn’t want to encourage her to display herself like this.

“Come here,” he said, holding his arms out. She came to him, her eyes large and glossy with unshed tears.

He took her hands and gave her a quick, chaste kiss. “It’s no matter now. Forget it.”

She nodded.

“Now to bed,” he said firmly.

He watched her depart, his eyes trained on the way the shimmering red silk clung to her tight little bottom.

She slipped into her chamber, the soft click of the door speaking more profoundly than any satisfying slam.

He knew a sense of both relief and loss. Sweating and shaking, he sank into his chair and hooked a finger into his cravat, loosening it.

Dear God, he was not cut out for marriage. Shy, sweet Sara. He mustn’t frighten her with his animal lust.

Nine months of marriage had proven to be blue balls hell. There were other women with greater fortunes he might have married. His father had been pushing the daughter of an obscenely wealthy Italian merchant. A charming brunette with dark, flashing eyes and lush breasts.

So why had Colin picked Sara? Honestly? Because of the way her eyes lit up with genuine pleasure and her face blushed at his least attention. In a town of bored, spoiled coquettes, her open adoration had been terribly flattering. And she was sincere and intelligent. The type of woman he could imagine mothering his children. He quickly became infatuated with her delicate features, her quiet warmth.

And naturally he had assumed he would keep mistresses as all men of his station did. But a funny thing happened. By the time they married, she had worked her way under his skin. So deeply that he couldn’t even stomach the thought of chasing pretty opera dancers with his friends the night before the wedding.

Since then, his sexual outlet had been limited to the marriage bed, where he must always hold himself in check and hurry so as to inconvenience his wife as little as possible.

With a long, ragged sigh, he resigned himself to spend tonight as he seemed to spend most nights lately.

Getting a little foxed, palming off and then getting seriously soused. He sat down in the chair, took the decanter from the side table and poured himself a glass of brandy.

The longer they were married, the more he wanted her.

Yes, he loved her.

Who wouldn’t love Sara once they came to know her?

Which was why he’d wanted to dance with her in public. To show the world how much he cared for and respected her. That their match was more than mere convenience. That he admired her for more than her clay mine and her trust fund. She might be a commoner but she was his lady.

Three brandies into his binge, he decided the matter was more urgent than he’d first given it credit. He needed to show that she was indisputably his. How were the men of Mayfair to know this if he and Sara spent all of their time in society separated? He in the card room, she hiding in corners. It could make her the target of rakes and would-be-lotharios. Not that he distrusted his wife’s virtue. But just the thought of another man making her indecent proposals turned his stomach.

He left the sitting room, determined to do something about it.

Excerpt Two:

Alarm accelerated her heartbeat and she glanced up at him. "What are you doing?"

"Trust me." He moved behind her and took both her hands. She felt him tugging and pulling.

Then he faced her. "Now we try again."

She pulled at her hands. She couldn’t move them. He had bound them together. "Colin?"

He came back to face her and clasped the sides of her waist, holding her firmly. "I will not let you fall. Do you trust me?"

"I suppose," she replied. But she worried about his state of mind. He did seem a little foxed.

He began to move, slowly. She stared down at her feet.

"Stop counting the steps." He pointed at his face. "Look me in the eyes. Feel this in your stomach, not your head. Trust me."

Her feet wouldn’t obey.

"In my eyes," he said.

She took a deep breath and tried to concentrate on this mysterious thing he seemed to think she would see in his eyes. He smiled at her and then she did feel something in her belly. A gushy sensation that did nothing to steady her balance. She returned his smile. He was certainly more handsome than her dancing master had been. More graceful as well. They finished the dance with a few trips and stops. Then mercifully, it was over.

They rested a moment.

"I think I have it, will you untie me now?"

"Oh no, my Lady Lockhart. That was just practice. If you trip this time, you shall owe me two waltzes at that ball."

It was an unfair edict. She felt helpless as a marionette in his arms. She didn’t know how she was expected to keep her balance.

After a time, his steady blue gaze transfixed her. She forgot about her feet and just followed him. He was right, there was something in the stomach. A feeling of connection between what she saw in his eyes and how her feet seemed to move in tune with his as if by magic. He twirled her faster and faster until she was laughing and trying to catch her breath. He slowed down and bent his mouth to her ear.

"This is waltzing. And you dance beautifully when you forget yourself." His husky voice sent shivers though her and her nipples drew tight.

His lips touched hers. His tongue caressed her lower lip in feathery strokes. Her lips parted of their own volition and his tongue swept into her mouth. Hot, wet and wine tinged.

Dear sweet heaven.

He had never kissed her like this. She wanted to embrace him but he didn’t seem in a hurry to release her from her bonds. Maybe she should ask. But then, Priscilla said men didn’t like to be directed in the bedchamber.

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Waltz of Seduction

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4.5 out of 5 stars for Waltz of Seduction from Night Owl Reviews!

"Smartly written with a real feel for the era and all the proprieties that went with it, Sara and Colin embarking on a sensual journey was that much more enjoyable...No more fumbling under the nightgown, Colin and Sara discovered every erotic secret the other held, and we the reader got to be a voyeur. I enjoyed this story thoroughly and will go back to it again. This is my first book by this author and I will now be investigating her backlist." ~ Chris at Night Owl Reviews

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