The story of how I started to write military romance is one
that is dear to my heart. You see, I met
Kally at a convention and by happenstance; she had an extra slot on one of her
special tours. We started talking and a
friendship formed. She knew that I was a
widow and a single mother. Kally then
told me of a special Marine that I just had to get to know (one that reminded
her of ‘Master Adam’). I wasn’t ready to
meet someone and although he had said the same, Kally must have sprinkled her
fairy godmother of love dust. Within six
months, we were engaged. A year after
that and we are happily married. With
him by my side, my life is complete, and it is only natural that I am drawn to
write military romance.
Thanks Kennedy! See, there are real life happily ever afters :)
Blurb:
When former Marine, Connor Ortega, was ordered into
the offices of Crest Security Agency on a Saturday morning, he didn’t expect the
latest case to hit so close to home. A submissive has been murdered in a
particularly vicious manner and to bring her killer to justice, he must go
undercover. Not hard to do considering he’s already part of the BDSM
lifestyle.
Lauren Bailey, a local vendor of bejeweled erotic
implements, lives vicariously through her clients due to her fear of bondage.
When Connor’s dominant side can’t resist trying to ease her anxieties, she
accepts his proposal and agrees to his one stipulation…keep things
casual.
When the killer sets his
sights on Lauren, Connor is forced rethink their relationship. He has the
training it takes to catch a murderer, but does he have the courage to escape
his inner demons and capture Lauren’s heart?
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First
and foremost, I love life. I love that I'm a wife, mother, daughter,
sister...and a writer. I am one of the lucky women in this world who gets to do
what makes them happy. As long as I have a cup of coffee (maybe two or three)
and my laptop, the stories evolve themselves and I try to do them justice. I
draw my inspiration from a retired Marine Master Sergeant that swept me off of
my feet and has drawn me into a world that fulfills all of my deepest and
darkest desires. Erotic romance, military men, intrigue, with a little bit of
kinky chili pepper (his recipe), fill my head and there is nothing more
satisfying than making the hero and heroine fulfill their destinies. Thank you
for having joined me on their journeys...
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An
autographed copy of Captured Innocence [CSA Case Files 1], a $25 Amazon Gift
Card, and Connor Ortega's dog tags that were used on the cover.
Fill out the rafflecopter and leave a comment telling me...Who was your first military romance author? If you can't remember, lol, then just tell me what military romance novels are your favorite.
First military author? Probably Suzanne Brockmann :)
ReplyDeleteOh, and congrats on your own HEA, Kennedy! Looking forward to reading your stories :)
DeleteI absolutely adore Suzanne Brockmann...her series just draws the reader in!
DeleteThank you on the HEA...I owe it all to Kally :)
Oh, love it with you call me the fairy godmother of love! You two are so damned cute together. Love ya!
ReplyDeleteI'm not joining in the contest, obviously--but my first Romance author was Rachel Lee. OMG, her Conard County series is to die for. I lost track of it when I went back to college and stopped reading for fun in the late 90s, but I think she's written some more. I have autographed copies of the first 12-15 I think, but hope to run into her again one day. Fabulous author.
He sends his love and is looking forward to when we get to see you again. I say we plan something in the middle. The move to Florida should happen next summer, so we still have time!
DeleteI guess my first would be Kallypso. I tried reading a Navy romance novel by a very well known author and it was so terrible I had a really hard time getting through it. If only real life as a military spouse were as magical as some think it is! Thanks Kally for restoring my interest in military romance!
ReplyDeleteI'm very happy to hear that reading the Navy romance didn't deter you from reading more :)
DeleteMy first was actually Kally then I found JM Madden along with a lot of others I have read now :)
ReplyDeleteI will admit to having a fan girl moment myself upon meeting JM...she is just so sweet and has a heart of gold!
DeleteKennedy I have heard Kally tell your story many times. So happy for your HEA. I have been reading military romance novels since I was a little girl. I am a BRAT (not to be confused with a bratty sub) and have always had a thing for a man in uniform. Love Kally's books, yours, JM Madden's, sooo many more not sure I have enough space.
ReplyDelete**fanning self** in regards to men in uniform...I absolutely agree!
DeleteFirst military read was just yesterday and it was Masters at Arms by Kallypso Masters. I wasn't sure if I was going to like a book like that but I sure did.
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I'm so glad to hear that your first military romance was by Kally. What a great introduction!
DeleteMy first military romance was one of those Mills & Boon historical books where the hero had come home wounded from the crimean / Napoleonic wars. They made quite an impression on me in my teenage years and since then I have always loved the protective, take charge kind of hero. More recently I have started reading Kally's books and now have so many more by JM, Melissa, Sharon, Teresa and now yourself Kennedy that I want to read.
ReplyDeleteYou cannot go wrong with any of the authors you listed...they are so very talented!
DeleteI've read a love of military romances over the years but the first authors I read whose stories became keepers are Merline Lovelace and Linda Howard. I still have their stories! Thanks for the giveaway!
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Great authors, Susan! I still have some of Linda Howard's books as well!
DeleteCan we just say Mackenzie's?!?!
DeleteI think my first military romance author might have been Melissa Schroeder , but I have loved them for so long, I'm not sure! :-). Really excited to read Captured Innocence!!!
ReplyDeleteGood morning, Tracey! Thanks for joining in :)
DeleteI loved the story of how you and your hubby met. Kally's a wonderful and generous person. I'm not surprised she introduced you.
ReplyDeleteTeresa Reasor
I cannot wait to read Breaking Free!
DeleteI have been reading for years and have no idea on the military romance. but would have to say Master at Arms.
ReplyDeleteMasters at Arms definitely sucks you in and doesn't let go!
DeleteMy very first military author was Laura Kaye followed by Kally. I was reading One Night with A Hero and cam across Master At Arms. Since then I've been hooked!!
ReplyDeleteLaura Kaye's Hard Ink series is very good!
DeleteKally makes magic happen for lots of people. She is a very special person. Love ya, Kally.
ReplyDeleteShe is a very special person, Margie!
DeleteEnjoying this blog and thanks for another great book to read!
ReplyDeleteAnd my first Military Romance was the one and only Kallypso!!
DeleteI hope you enjoy it!
DeleteMy first was Maya Banks. I love, love her KGI series and Kallypso's Masters too. It led me to read some military non-fic by Chris Kyle & Marcus Luttrell, which enriches the experience of reading the romance. I look forward to checking out your work Kennedy. Best wishes in your writing. Thank you for doing the giveaway. Donna M. wedmoore at a o l dot com
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Donna!
DeleteProbably Suzanne Brockman or Pamela Clare
ReplyDeleteGreat authors!
DeleteMy first was Kallypso. I'm a paranormal romance girl, but I found Kally after my son Dane (who has a beautiful write up on Kally's dedication page of Nobody's Perfect) passed away. It was love at first read and a series that I re-read often.
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Sue, please know you have been in my thoughts and prayers. Not a lot of people know this, but I was married previously and he took his own life. He was not in the military, but he did suffer depression. My son was ten at the time and is now almost fourteen years old. As you can see, when I met Kally, I was not even contemplating find new love. Fate had other ideas. Please know that Dane will never be forgotten...
DeleteSue, please know you have been in my thoughts and prayers. Not a lot of people know this, but I was married previously and he took his own life. He was not in the military, but he did suffer depression. My son was ten at the time and is now almost fourteen years old. As you can see, when I met Kally, I was not even contemplating find new love. Fate had other ideas. Please know that Dane will never be forgotten...
ReplyDeleteI couldn't tell you who my first military romance author was, I've read everything from Kallypso to historical military romance novels. I know a lot about Waterloo ;). I think I've been forgetting my email on these previously. It's mugglemama79(at)gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteIt's good to have broad tastes, Miranda!
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ReplyDeleteI don't remember who my first was.... but my favorite is a tie between Kallypso's Rescue Me series and Maya Banks KGI series! They are so different but both so captivating!
ReplyDeleteBoth fantastic authors!
DeleteMy first military romance author was….drumroll please…. Kallypso Masters. Fell in love with her guys and haven't turned back since. Then I found Angel Payne and I'm in love with her W.I.L.D. boys. Now I'm getting sucked into Maya Banks and the KGI series. Can't wait to start ready your stories Kennedy. Woo Hoo, love having a brilliant new author to read!!!
ReplyDeleteI hope you enjoy the CSA series!
DeleteI think my first military romance novel series I read was Cat Johnson. Love all her books
ReplyDeleteI love Cat myself!!
DeleteMy first Military Romance was Kally....but I have read SEVERAL since then and I love them all!
ReplyDeleteThe military romance genre is one of the best :)
DeleteKally...thank you so much for having me on your blog! I loved meeting everyone and talking about the military genre as a whole. Now all of your readers know you are the fairy godmother of love and that you have special pixie dust in your pocket that you sprinkle on those who are in search of their HEA (and don't even know it!). Hugs!
ReplyDeleteI think my first military romance was by Kally Masters!
ReplyDeleteShe is definitely the one to start out with!!
DeleteKally Masters of course.
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