An Interview with Loretta Chase
by Susan/Miranda
At last, at last! The book so many of us have been waiting for this spring is finally in stores NOW. Your Scandalous Ways by Wench Loretta Chase is already gathering a heady share of well-deserved praise, and there are plenty of people (myself included) who think it's Loretta's best since Lord of Scoundrels. To help get readers in the proper mood, Loretta reveals the Truth behind this extraordinary book — or at least the Truth about James, Francesca, the influence of Venice, and all those plaster putti.
If you'd like to hear Loretta discuss this book via video (think along the exciting lines of "Garbo Speaks!"), please check out her new YouTube clips. And please be sure to join us for Part Two of the interview of Friday.
Also: Loretta will be giving away a signed copy of Your Scandalous Ways to a reader who posts on either half of the interview. Ask your quesitons now!
Susan/Miranda: Many of your previous books have been interconnected, but Your Scandalous Ways introduces a whole new set of characters to readers. What inspired you to create James and Francesca?
Loretta: Casino Royale was the spark. It made me think, “What about a 007 in the early 19th Century? I didn’t see Daniel Craig, though. I saw tall, dark, and handsome. And for some reason, I saw half-Italian. Once James Cordier took form, Francesca came instantly to life. The exotic looks–the elongated eyes, the wide mouth–came from a model in Brooks Brothers ads. The movie got Venice on my mind, too. I studied it, then Byron’s letters from his time there, and started thinking about English exiles and what they found there. Like Byron, Francesca has left England because of a major scandal. The scandal not only helped develop her character, but set the plot in motion–the thing that brings James into collision with her.
Susan/Miranda: Readers who remember Dain, the hero of Lord of Scoundrels, will love James Cordier, another “outsider” Englishman of unusual ancestry who chooses to live apart from polite society. Do you think these two gentlemen would enjoy each other’s company, and why or why not?
Loretta: Two extreme Alpha males, both with Italian blood? I think they’d stir each other’s competitive instincts in a big way. They’re such different men, it’s hard to imagine their having a conversation. And while they’re trying to decide whether or not to like each other, all the women in the vicinity are swooning from testosterone overdose.
Susan/Miranda: The city of Venice is almost another character in this book, and you do a wonderful job of catching the city’s mix of East and West, and its general other-worldliness. Yet you’ve chosen to set your story in an unusual era in Venetian history, after the fall of the Republic and well after the city’s glory-days. Why?
Loretta: Mainly because it’s the time period in which I usually set my stories *g*. But it’s still an interesting time. The glory days were centuries earlier. It’s always had problems with allies and enemies, disastrous wars, plagues, corruption, etc. At the end of the 18th Century Napoleon stomps in. That’s the end of the Republic of Venice, and it’s sad and awful.
By 1820, the time of my story, yes, people (especially foreigners) are nostalgic about the Republic (and let’s bear in mind this is the Romantic era) but Venice, like my heroine, is resilient. And like her, it’s fun. Though many of its riches have been plundered, so much remains. It’s still beautiful and mysterious and it’s still distinctively Venice–like no other city in the world. What Byron found there was a refuge. Old and wicked as it was, it was a place of renewal for him, a place where he wasn’t judged and where he began to do his best work. It enchanted him–and my characters–exactly as it does visitors today.
Susan/Miranda: Courtesans are trendy right now in historical romances, albeit courtesans who often turn out to be faux-courtesans for the sake of Polite Readers. However, Francesca Bonnard is the real thing, earning a tidy living in a city infamous at the time for being the “Brothel of Europe.” How did you create a love story for a courtesan?
Loretta: I thought of La Traviata, and my brain does what it usually does when contemplating a tragedy: It changed the characters and plot in a way to make a happy ending. I had in mind, too, Harriette Wilson, the famous courtesan of the Regency Era, and so I made my courtesan unrepentant, with a zest for life, and a bawdy sense of humor. (I ought to add that your Bad Barbara of Royal Harlot also inspired me.) Francesca has been left penniless and friendless. She’s become a courtesan to survive–but she does so on her own terms. She chooses the men who are to have the privilege of keeping her, and only a very, very few qualify. She’s exclusive and extremely expensive. What she needed, I thought, was a man who truly appreciated what she had to offer, who’d done enough not-so-nice things himself not to judge her and who was at the same time honorable enough to win her trust.
To be continued . . . .
Please join us Friday for the conclusion of this interview, and more delicious discussions with Loretta about Venice, courtesans, and Lord Byron.
And don't forget to leave a comment for a chance to win a signed copy of Your Scandalous Ways!
Lovely. Did I mention you’ve made me want to visit Venice this year? It is becoming quite an obsession, between reading about Your Scandalous Ways and remembering Don’t Look Now. (no link between the two besides Venice!)
Lovely. Did I mention you’ve made me want to visit Venice this year? It is becoming quite an obsession, between reading about Your Scandalous Ways and remembering Don’t Look Now. (no link between the two besides Venice!)
Lovely. Did I mention you’ve made me want to visit Venice this year? It is becoming quite an obsession, between reading about Your Scandalous Ways and remembering Don’t Look Now. (no link between the two besides Venice!)
Lovely. Did I mention you’ve made me want to visit Venice this year? It is becoming quite an obsession, between reading about Your Scandalous Ways and remembering Don’t Look Now. (no link between the two besides Venice!)
Lovely. Did I mention you’ve made me want to visit Venice this year? It is becoming quite an obsession, between reading about Your Scandalous Ways and remembering Don’t Look Now. (no link between the two besides Venice!)
Now I’m sure that I’m not a candidate for winning a book, since I’ve already been given one by you lovely ladies, but I had to comment anyway! I’ve been looking forward to Your Scandalous Ways for a long time – and with planning a trip to Italy shortly – it now becomes a must-buy travel book! At a recent book club meet up, Kate Cuthbert was bemoaning the number of scandal ridden / courtesan style storylines that have no social repercussions – so we are both very interested to see how Francesca fares, while trusting you completely!
Now I’m sure that I’m not a candidate for winning a book, since I’ve already been given one by you lovely ladies, but I had to comment anyway! I’ve been looking forward to Your Scandalous Ways for a long time – and with planning a trip to Italy shortly – it now becomes a must-buy travel book! At a recent book club meet up, Kate Cuthbert was bemoaning the number of scandal ridden / courtesan style storylines that have no social repercussions – so we are both very interested to see how Francesca fares, while trusting you completely!
Now I’m sure that I’m not a candidate for winning a book, since I’ve already been given one by you lovely ladies, but I had to comment anyway! I’ve been looking forward to Your Scandalous Ways for a long time – and with planning a trip to Italy shortly – it now becomes a must-buy travel book! At a recent book club meet up, Kate Cuthbert was bemoaning the number of scandal ridden / courtesan style storylines that have no social repercussions – so we are both very interested to see how Francesca fares, while trusting you completely!
Now I’m sure that I’m not a candidate for winning a book, since I’ve already been given one by you lovely ladies, but I had to comment anyway! I’ve been looking forward to Your Scandalous Ways for a long time – and with planning a trip to Italy shortly – it now becomes a must-buy travel book! At a recent book club meet up, Kate Cuthbert was bemoaning the number of scandal ridden / courtesan style storylines that have no social repercussions – so we are both very interested to see how Francesca fares, while trusting you completely!
Now I’m sure that I’m not a candidate for winning a book, since I’ve already been given one by you lovely ladies, but I had to comment anyway! I’ve been looking forward to Your Scandalous Ways for a long time – and with planning a trip to Italy shortly – it now becomes a must-buy travel book! At a recent book club meet up, Kate Cuthbert was bemoaning the number of scandal ridden / courtesan style storylines that have no social repercussions – so we are both very interested to see how Francesca fares, while trusting you completely!
I’ve ordered my copy. This whole discussion makes me want to book a flight to Venice, take up Italian cooking–or buy really expensive jewelery!
I’ve ordered my copy. This whole discussion makes me want to book a flight to Venice, take up Italian cooking–or buy really expensive jewelery!
I’ve ordered my copy. This whole discussion makes me want to book a flight to Venice, take up Italian cooking–or buy really expensive jewelery!
I’ve ordered my copy. This whole discussion makes me want to book a flight to Venice, take up Italian cooking–or buy really expensive jewelery!
I’ve ordered my copy. This whole discussion makes me want to book a flight to Venice, take up Italian cooking–or buy really expensive jewelery!
Venice truly seems like a world apart. It’s partly, I suppose the way it looks — all those palazzos looking as if they are made of spun sugar. It’s a stage set waiting for the next marvelous thing to happen, and I can’t wait to read your story.
Venice truly seems like a world apart. It’s partly, I suppose the way it looks — all those palazzos looking as if they are made of spun sugar. It’s a stage set waiting for the next marvelous thing to happen, and I can’t wait to read your story.
Venice truly seems like a world apart. It’s partly, I suppose the way it looks — all those palazzos looking as if they are made of spun sugar. It’s a stage set waiting for the next marvelous thing to happen, and I can’t wait to read your story.
Venice truly seems like a world apart. It’s partly, I suppose the way it looks — all those palazzos looking as if they are made of spun sugar. It’s a stage set waiting for the next marvelous thing to happen, and I can’t wait to read your story.
Venice truly seems like a world apart. It’s partly, I suppose the way it looks — all those palazzos looking as if they are made of spun sugar. It’s a stage set waiting for the next marvelous thing to happen, and I can’t wait to read your story.
Ah Venice, I remember it well….
It will be interesting to see how Francesca and Venice combine to bring a man to his knees.
Ah Venice, I remember it well….
It will be interesting to see how Francesca and Venice combine to bring a man to his knees.
Ah Venice, I remember it well….
It will be interesting to see how Francesca and Venice combine to bring a man to his knees.
Ah Venice, I remember it well….
It will be interesting to see how Francesca and Venice combine to bring a man to his knees.
Ah Venice, I remember it well….
It will be interesting to see how Francesca and Venice combine to bring a man to his knees.
The whole idea of a city with canals instead of sidewalks is inherently fascinating to me. I live in SoCal, not far from a place called Venice Beach, and I recently learned that an early 20th century architect intended to have this area recall its namesake. There were to be canals–one large one and a series of smaller ones. It was an ambitious scheme probably destined to fail, but the scope of it was audacious.
Today, the Grand Canal, which was indeed built, has all gone to mud and water weeds and the occasional wading bird, but four of the smaller canals survive and are pretty well-maintained. The waters are reasonably clean, if shallow; there are houses of varying styles built on the walkways; and there are rowboats tethered at the moorings (to my delight, one was named The Runcible Spoon, though it wasn’t pea-green). Ducks can often be found floating along on the water; there’s a whole duck colony living in a canalside park, in fact. It’s a very pleasant place to walk on a spring afternoon–and when I do, I find myself wishing I could afford to visit the real Venice. Maybe someday . . .
The whole idea of a city with canals instead of sidewalks is inherently fascinating to me. I live in SoCal, not far from a place called Venice Beach, and I recently learned that an early 20th century architect intended to have this area recall its namesake. There were to be canals–one large one and a series of smaller ones. It was an ambitious scheme probably destined to fail, but the scope of it was audacious.
Today, the Grand Canal, which was indeed built, has all gone to mud and water weeds and the occasional wading bird, but four of the smaller canals survive and are pretty well-maintained. The waters are reasonably clean, if shallow; there are houses of varying styles built on the walkways; and there are rowboats tethered at the moorings (to my delight, one was named The Runcible Spoon, though it wasn’t pea-green). Ducks can often be found floating along on the water; there’s a whole duck colony living in a canalside park, in fact. It’s a very pleasant place to walk on a spring afternoon–and when I do, I find myself wishing I could afford to visit the real Venice. Maybe someday . . .
The whole idea of a city with canals instead of sidewalks is inherently fascinating to me. I live in SoCal, not far from a place called Venice Beach, and I recently learned that an early 20th century architect intended to have this area recall its namesake. There were to be canals–one large one and a series of smaller ones. It was an ambitious scheme probably destined to fail, but the scope of it was audacious.
Today, the Grand Canal, which was indeed built, has all gone to mud and water weeds and the occasional wading bird, but four of the smaller canals survive and are pretty well-maintained. The waters are reasonably clean, if shallow; there are houses of varying styles built on the walkways; and there are rowboats tethered at the moorings (to my delight, one was named The Runcible Spoon, though it wasn’t pea-green). Ducks can often be found floating along on the water; there’s a whole duck colony living in a canalside park, in fact. It’s a very pleasant place to walk on a spring afternoon–and when I do, I find myself wishing I could afford to visit the real Venice. Maybe someday . . .
The whole idea of a city with canals instead of sidewalks is inherently fascinating to me. I live in SoCal, not far from a place called Venice Beach, and I recently learned that an early 20th century architect intended to have this area recall its namesake. There were to be canals–one large one and a series of smaller ones. It was an ambitious scheme probably destined to fail, but the scope of it was audacious.
Today, the Grand Canal, which was indeed built, has all gone to mud and water weeds and the occasional wading bird, but four of the smaller canals survive and are pretty well-maintained. The waters are reasonably clean, if shallow; there are houses of varying styles built on the walkways; and there are rowboats tethered at the moorings (to my delight, one was named The Runcible Spoon, though it wasn’t pea-green). Ducks can often be found floating along on the water; there’s a whole duck colony living in a canalside park, in fact. It’s a very pleasant place to walk on a spring afternoon–and when I do, I find myself wishing I could afford to visit the real Venice. Maybe someday . . .
The whole idea of a city with canals instead of sidewalks is inherently fascinating to me. I live in SoCal, not far from a place called Venice Beach, and I recently learned that an early 20th century architect intended to have this area recall its namesake. There were to be canals–one large one and a series of smaller ones. It was an ambitious scheme probably destined to fail, but the scope of it was audacious.
Today, the Grand Canal, which was indeed built, has all gone to mud and water weeds and the occasional wading bird, but four of the smaller canals survive and are pretty well-maintained. The waters are reasonably clean, if shallow; there are houses of varying styles built on the walkways; and there are rowboats tethered at the moorings (to my delight, one was named The Runcible Spoon, though it wasn’t pea-green). Ducks can often be found floating along on the water; there’s a whole duck colony living in a canalside park, in fact. It’s a very pleasant place to walk on a spring afternoon–and when I do, I find myself wishing I could afford to visit the real Venice. Maybe someday . . .
Can’t wait to read it!
Can’t wait to read it!
Can’t wait to read it!
Can’t wait to read it!
Can’t wait to read it!
The whole idea of a city with canals instead of sidewalks is inherently fascinating to me. I live in SoCal, not far from a place called Venice Beach, and I recently learned that an early 20th century architect intended to have this area recall its namesake. There were to be canals–one large one and a series of smaller ones. It was an ambitious scheme probably destined to fail, but the scope of it was audacious.
Today, the Grand Canal, which was indeed built, has all gone to mud and water weeds and the occasional wading bird, but four of the smaller canals survive and are pretty well-maintained. The waters are reasonably clean, if shallow; there are houses of varying styles built on the walkways; and there are rowboats tethered at the moorings (to my delight, one was named The Runcible Spoon, though it wasn’t pea-green). Ducks can often be found floating along on the water; there’s a whole duck colony living in a canalside park, in fact. It’s a very pleasant place to walk on a spring afternoon–and when I do, I find myself wishing I could afford to visit the real Venice. Maybe someday . . .
The whole idea of a city with canals instead of sidewalks is inherently fascinating to me. I live in SoCal, not far from a place called Venice Beach, and I recently learned that an early 20th century architect intended to have this area recall its namesake. There were to be canals–one large one and a series of smaller ones. It was an ambitious scheme probably destined to fail, but the scope of it was audacious.
Today, the Grand Canal, which was indeed built, has all gone to mud and water weeds and the occasional wading bird, but four of the smaller canals survive and are pretty well-maintained. The waters are reasonably clean, if shallow; there are houses of varying styles built on the walkways; and there are rowboats tethered at the moorings (to my delight, one was named The Runcible Spoon, though it wasn’t pea-green). Ducks can often be found floating along on the water; there’s a whole duck colony living in a canalside park, in fact. It’s a very pleasant place to walk on a spring afternoon–and when I do, I find myself wishing I could afford to visit the real Venice. Maybe someday . . .
The whole idea of a city with canals instead of sidewalks is inherently fascinating to me. I live in SoCal, not far from a place called Venice Beach, and I recently learned that an early 20th century architect intended to have this area recall its namesake. There were to be canals–one large one and a series of smaller ones. It was an ambitious scheme probably destined to fail, but the scope of it was audacious.
Today, the Grand Canal, which was indeed built, has all gone to mud and water weeds and the occasional wading bird, but four of the smaller canals survive and are pretty well-maintained. The waters are reasonably clean, if shallow; there are houses of varying styles built on the walkways; and there are rowboats tethered at the moorings (to my delight, one was named The Runcible Spoon, though it wasn’t pea-green). Ducks can often be found floating along on the water; there’s a whole duck colony living in a canalside park, in fact. It’s a very pleasant place to walk on a spring afternoon–and when I do, I find myself wishing I could afford to visit the real Venice. Maybe someday . . .
The whole idea of a city with canals instead of sidewalks is inherently fascinating to me. I live in SoCal, not far from a place called Venice Beach, and I recently learned that an early 20th century architect intended to have this area recall its namesake. There were to be canals–one large one and a series of smaller ones. It was an ambitious scheme probably destined to fail, but the scope of it was audacious.
Today, the Grand Canal, which was indeed built, has all gone to mud and water weeds and the occasional wading bird, but four of the smaller canals survive and are pretty well-maintained. The waters are reasonably clean, if shallow; there are houses of varying styles built on the walkways; and there are rowboats tethered at the moorings (to my delight, one was named The Runcible Spoon, though it wasn’t pea-green). Ducks can often be found floating along on the water; there’s a whole duck colony living in a canalside park, in fact. It’s a very pleasant place to walk on a spring afternoon–and when I do, I find myself wishing I could afford to visit the real Venice. Maybe someday . . .
The whole idea of a city with canals instead of sidewalks is inherently fascinating to me. I live in SoCal, not far from a place called Venice Beach, and I recently learned that an early 20th century architect intended to have this area recall its namesake. There were to be canals–one large one and a series of smaller ones. It was an ambitious scheme probably destined to fail, but the scope of it was audacious.
Today, the Grand Canal, which was indeed built, has all gone to mud and water weeds and the occasional wading bird, but four of the smaller canals survive and are pretty well-maintained. The waters are reasonably clean, if shallow; there are houses of varying styles built on the walkways; and there are rowboats tethered at the moorings (to my delight, one was named The Runcible Spoon, though it wasn’t pea-green). Ducks can often be found floating along on the water; there’s a whole duck colony living in a canalside park, in fact. It’s a very pleasant place to walk on a spring afternoon–and when I do, I find myself wishing I could afford to visit the real Venice. Maybe someday . . .
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Your book sounds intriguing! A spy and a courtesan…so different from the usual Regency romance novels that I like to read. I look forward to reading your book. I enjoy heroines who are strong and a true match for the hero. I was wondering…how long did the book take to write from start to finish, including research?
Your book sounds intriguing! A spy and a courtesan…so different from the usual Regency romance novels that I like to read. I look forward to reading your book. I enjoy heroines who are strong and a true match for the hero. I was wondering…how long did the book take to write from start to finish, including research?
Your book sounds intriguing! A spy and a courtesan…so different from the usual Regency romance novels that I like to read. I look forward to reading your book. I enjoy heroines who are strong and a true match for the hero. I was wondering…how long did the book take to write from start to finish, including research?
Your book sounds intriguing! A spy and a courtesan…so different from the usual Regency romance novels that I like to read. I look forward to reading your book. I enjoy heroines who are strong and a true match for the hero. I was wondering…how long did the book take to write from start to finish, including research?
Your book sounds intriguing! A spy and a courtesan…so different from the usual Regency romance novels that I like to read. I look forward to reading your book. I enjoy heroines who are strong and a true match for the hero. I was wondering…how long did the book take to write from start to finish, including research?
I feel so fortunate to have read an advance copy of this marvelous book–and predict it will be a favourite with Loretta’s readership! (Don’t include me in the prize draw.)
It’s altogether delicious–characters, escapades, and Venice! Reading it sparked a developing plan to return that wonderful city.
I feel so fortunate to have read an advance copy of this marvelous book–and predict it will be a favourite with Loretta’s readership! (Don’t include me in the prize draw.)
It’s altogether delicious–characters, escapades, and Venice! Reading it sparked a developing plan to return that wonderful city.
I feel so fortunate to have read an advance copy of this marvelous book–and predict it will be a favourite with Loretta’s readership! (Don’t include me in the prize draw.)
It’s altogether delicious–characters, escapades, and Venice! Reading it sparked a developing plan to return that wonderful city.
I feel so fortunate to have read an advance copy of this marvelous book–and predict it will be a favourite with Loretta’s readership! (Don’t include me in the prize draw.)
It’s altogether delicious–characters, escapades, and Venice! Reading it sparked a developing plan to return that wonderful city.
I feel so fortunate to have read an advance copy of this marvelous book–and predict it will be a favourite with Loretta’s readership! (Don’t include me in the prize draw.)
It’s altogether delicious–characters, escapades, and Venice! Reading it sparked a developing plan to return that wonderful city.
Francois, Debbie Jay, Beth: You and me both–or do I mean “all four”?__Piper, I’m envious, but continue to practice my Italian in hopes of visiting the place one day soon.__Stephanie, I always wondered about Venice Beach. That’s fascinating. Now I have to put it on my CA trip list–for whenever that happens.__Cindy, I hope you like the story.
Francois, Debbie Jay, Beth: You and me both–or do I mean “all four”?__Piper, I’m envious, but continue to practice my Italian in hopes of visiting the place one day soon.__Stephanie, I always wondered about Venice Beach. That’s fascinating. Now I have to put it on my CA trip list–for whenever that happens.__Cindy, I hope you like the story.
Francois, Debbie Jay, Beth: You and me both–or do I mean “all four”?__Piper, I’m envious, but continue to practice my Italian in hopes of visiting the place one day soon.__Stephanie, I always wondered about Venice Beach. That’s fascinating. Now I have to put it on my CA trip list–for whenever that happens.__Cindy, I hope you like the story.
Francois, Debbie Jay, Beth: You and me both–or do I mean “all four”?__Piper, I’m envious, but continue to practice my Italian in hopes of visiting the place one day soon.__Stephanie, I always wondered about Venice Beach. That’s fascinating. Now I have to put it on my CA trip list–for whenever that happens.__Cindy, I hope you like the story.
Francois, Debbie Jay, Beth: You and me both–or do I mean “all four”?__Piper, I’m envious, but continue to practice my Italian in hopes of visiting the place one day soon.__Stephanie, I always wondered about Venice Beach. That’s fascinating. Now I have to put it on my CA trip list–for whenever that happens.__Cindy, I hope you like the story.
Cheryl C, the book took about a year from start to finish, including some down time after the previous book was delivered & the dreaming-up phase. Basically, I get a year to write each book, though the bulk of the work gets done in the summer.__Margaret, I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I just went looking on your sites for Venice pix but couldn’t find them. It would be nice if readers could see them, as several were incredibly helpful in my visualizing scenes.
Cheryl C, the book took about a year from start to finish, including some down time after the previous book was delivered & the dreaming-up phase. Basically, I get a year to write each book, though the bulk of the work gets done in the summer.__Margaret, I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I just went looking on your sites for Venice pix but couldn’t find them. It would be nice if readers could see them, as several were incredibly helpful in my visualizing scenes.
Cheryl C, the book took about a year from start to finish, including some down time after the previous book was delivered & the dreaming-up phase. Basically, I get a year to write each book, though the bulk of the work gets done in the summer.__Margaret, I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I just went looking on your sites for Venice pix but couldn’t find them. It would be nice if readers could see them, as several were incredibly helpful in my visualizing scenes.
Cheryl C, the book took about a year from start to finish, including some down time after the previous book was delivered & the dreaming-up phase. Basically, I get a year to write each book, though the bulk of the work gets done in the summer.__Margaret, I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I just went looking on your sites for Venice pix but couldn’t find them. It would be nice if readers could see them, as several were incredibly helpful in my visualizing scenes.
Cheryl C, the book took about a year from start to finish, including some down time after the previous book was delivered & the dreaming-up phase. Basically, I get a year to write each book, though the bulk of the work gets done in the summer.__Margaret, I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I just went looking on your sites for Venice pix but couldn’t find them. It would be nice if readers could see them, as several were incredibly helpful in my visualizing scenes.
venice sounds like a wonderful
setting for your book.your interview made me want to see
it.i cant wait to read the book.
venice sounds like a wonderful
setting for your book.your interview made me want to see
it.i cant wait to read the book.
venice sounds like a wonderful
setting for your book.your interview made me want to see
it.i cant wait to read the book.
venice sounds like a wonderful
setting for your book.your interview made me want to see
it.i cant wait to read the book.
venice sounds like a wonderful
setting for your book.your interview made me want to see
it.i cant wait to read the book.
A couple of Venice pics are here (presumably I sent you these), if you scroll way down:
http://margaretevansporter.com/italy.html
I could illustrate an entire website with my collection of Italy photographs! So many pictures, so little time….
A couple of Venice pics are here (presumably I sent you these), if you scroll way down:
http://margaretevansporter.com/italy.html
I could illustrate an entire website with my collection of Italy photographs! So many pictures, so little time….
A couple of Venice pics are here (presumably I sent you these), if you scroll way down:
http://margaretevansporter.com/italy.html
I could illustrate an entire website with my collection of Italy photographs! So many pictures, so little time….
A couple of Venice pics are here (presumably I sent you these), if you scroll way down:
http://margaretevansporter.com/italy.html
I could illustrate an entire website with my collection of Italy photographs! So many pictures, so little time….
A couple of Venice pics are here (presumably I sent you these), if you scroll way down:
http://margaretevansporter.com/italy.html
I could illustrate an entire website with my collection of Italy photographs! So many pictures, so little time….
Great interview. Makes me want to go to Venice. I would love to read this book.
Great interview. Makes me want to go to Venice. I would love to read this book.
Great interview. Makes me want to go to Venice. I would love to read this book.
Great interview. Makes me want to go to Venice. I would love to read this book.
Great interview. Makes me want to go to Venice. I would love to read this book.
What I love about Ms. Chase’s books (and those of the other Wenches I’ve read) is that you can take a typical Romance trope and drop living, breathing people into the tale so that there’s not even a whiff of stereotype.
What I love about Ms. Chase’s books (and those of the other Wenches I’ve read) is that you can take a typical Romance trope and drop living, breathing people into the tale so that there’s not even a whiff of stereotype.
What I love about Ms. Chase’s books (and those of the other Wenches I’ve read) is that you can take a typical Romance trope and drop living, breathing people into the tale so that there’s not even a whiff of stereotype.
What I love about Ms. Chase’s books (and those of the other Wenches I’ve read) is that you can take a typical Romance trope and drop living, breathing people into the tale so that there’s not even a whiff of stereotype.
What I love about Ms. Chase’s books (and those of the other Wenches I’ve read) is that you can take a typical Romance trope and drop living, breathing people into the tale so that there’s not even a whiff of stereotype.
I have been looking forward to this book for months and can’t wait to read it. It sounds like a wonderful adventure.
I have been looking forward to this book for months and can’t wait to read it. It sounds like a wonderful adventure.
I have been looking forward to this book for months and can’t wait to read it. It sounds like a wonderful adventure.
I have been looking forward to this book for months and can’t wait to read it. It sounds like a wonderful adventure.
I have been looking forward to this book for months and can’t wait to read it. It sounds like a wonderful adventure.
Must have this book!!! I’ve been off in far flung places with no access to bookstores (oh, the horror!) but now I’m home and headed out to indulge myself. Yea!
Must have this book!!! I’ve been off in far flung places with no access to bookstores (oh, the horror!) but now I’m home and headed out to indulge myself. Yea!
Must have this book!!! I’ve been off in far flung places with no access to bookstores (oh, the horror!) but now I’m home and headed out to indulge myself. Yea!
Must have this book!!! I’ve been off in far flung places with no access to bookstores (oh, the horror!) but now I’m home and headed out to indulge myself. Yea!
Must have this book!!! I’ve been off in far flung places with no access to bookstores (oh, the horror!) but now I’m home and headed out to indulge myself. Yea!
There are some historical romance fans who aren’t receptive to a non-virginal heroine. Did you or your publisher have any apprehensions about writing this book because of this?
There are some historical romance fans who aren’t receptive to a non-virginal heroine. Did you or your publisher have any apprehensions about writing this book because of this?
There are some historical romance fans who aren’t receptive to a non-virginal heroine. Did you or your publisher have any apprehensions about writing this book because of this?
There are some historical romance fans who aren’t receptive to a non-virginal heroine. Did you or your publisher have any apprehensions about writing this book because of this?
There are some historical romance fans who aren’t receptive to a non-virginal heroine. Did you or your publisher have any apprehensions about writing this book because of this?
I watched the YouTube clips and just loved your wry, sly delivery. You’re so cute! I’ve heard you’re kind of shy, too. How do you feel about video interviews (like on RNTV)? Is that more or less promotional pressure than booksignings and conferences? I’d actually like to hear how all the Wenches feel about becoming “movie stars.”
I watched the YouTube clips and just loved your wry, sly delivery. You’re so cute! I’ve heard you’re kind of shy, too. How do you feel about video interviews (like on RNTV)? Is that more or less promotional pressure than booksignings and conferences? I’d actually like to hear how all the Wenches feel about becoming “movie stars.”
I watched the YouTube clips and just loved your wry, sly delivery. You’re so cute! I’ve heard you’re kind of shy, too. How do you feel about video interviews (like on RNTV)? Is that more or less promotional pressure than booksignings and conferences? I’d actually like to hear how all the Wenches feel about becoming “movie stars.”
I watched the YouTube clips and just loved your wry, sly delivery. You’re so cute! I’ve heard you’re kind of shy, too. How do you feel about video interviews (like on RNTV)? Is that more or less promotional pressure than booksignings and conferences? I’d actually like to hear how all the Wenches feel about becoming “movie stars.”
I watched the YouTube clips and just loved your wry, sly delivery. You’re so cute! I’ve heard you’re kind of shy, too. How do you feel about video interviews (like on RNTV)? Is that more or less promotional pressure than booksignings and conferences? I’d actually like to hear how all the Wenches feel about becoming “movie stars.”
Peggy, Crystal B., Maureen: If I’ve made you want to visit Venice AND read my book, I’ve done my job.*g* __ Margaret, thank you for the link__ Readers, check out Margaret’s photos. You’ll understand immediately why these and others (there were a number) were so helpful.___Susan D/C, I always say that there are only so many plots (Tolstoy said there were two); it’s what the writer does with them that makes them feel fresh…or not.
Peggy, Crystal B., Maureen: If I’ve made you want to visit Venice AND read my book, I’ve done my job.*g* __ Margaret, thank you for the link__ Readers, check out Margaret’s photos. You’ll understand immediately why these and others (there were a number) were so helpful.___Susan D/C, I always say that there are only so many plots (Tolstoy said there were two); it’s what the writer does with them that makes them feel fresh…or not.
Peggy, Crystal B., Maureen: If I’ve made you want to visit Venice AND read my book, I’ve done my job.*g* __ Margaret, thank you for the link__ Readers, check out Margaret’s photos. You’ll understand immediately why these and others (there were a number) were so helpful.___Susan D/C, I always say that there are only so many plots (Tolstoy said there were two); it’s what the writer does with them that makes them feel fresh…or not.
Peggy, Crystal B., Maureen: If I’ve made you want to visit Venice AND read my book, I’ve done my job.*g* __ Margaret, thank you for the link__ Readers, check out Margaret’s photos. You’ll understand immediately why these and others (there were a number) were so helpful.___Susan D/C, I always say that there are only so many plots (Tolstoy said there were two); it’s what the writer does with them that makes them feel fresh…or not.
Peggy, Crystal B., Maureen: If I’ve made you want to visit Venice AND read my book, I’ve done my job.*g* __ Margaret, thank you for the link__ Readers, check out Margaret’s photos. You’ll understand immediately why these and others (there were a number) were so helpful.___Susan D/C, I always say that there are only so many plots (Tolstoy said there were two); it’s what the writer does with them that makes them feel fresh…or not.
Kalen, I’m loving the idea of going to a far flung place about now, esp. as I deal with a recalcitrant WIP.___ Cyclops8: I know some readers prefer an innocent heroine, but I’ve done several women of experience so far, and whatever else people might complain about, it hasn’t been the lack of virginity. If my publishers had apprehensions, they kept mighty quiet about it.
Kalen, I’m loving the idea of going to a far flung place about now, esp. as I deal with a recalcitrant WIP.___ Cyclops8: I know some readers prefer an innocent heroine, but I’ve done several women of experience so far, and whatever else people might complain about, it hasn’t been the lack of virginity. If my publishers had apprehensions, they kept mighty quiet about it.
Kalen, I’m loving the idea of going to a far flung place about now, esp. as I deal with a recalcitrant WIP.___ Cyclops8: I know some readers prefer an innocent heroine, but I’ve done several women of experience so far, and whatever else people might complain about, it hasn’t been the lack of virginity. If my publishers had apprehensions, they kept mighty quiet about it.
Kalen, I’m loving the idea of going to a far flung place about now, esp. as I deal with a recalcitrant WIP.___ Cyclops8: I know some readers prefer an innocent heroine, but I’ve done several women of experience so far, and whatever else people might complain about, it hasn’t been the lack of virginity. If my publishers had apprehensions, they kept mighty quiet about it.
Kalen, I’m loving the idea of going to a far flung place about now, esp. as I deal with a recalcitrant WIP.___ Cyclops8: I know some readers prefer an innocent heroine, but I’ve done several women of experience so far, and whatever else people might complain about, it hasn’t been the lack of virginity. If my publishers had apprehensions, they kept mighty quiet about it.
How did you come up with the title? Or must I wait to read the book to figure that out? 😉
The older I get, the less need I feel for the typical virgin-heroine. My opinion depends far more on the heroine’s attitude toward such things. If she’s careless with sex, I don’t care what other virtues she possesses, I can’t respect her.
I’m definitely looking forward to getting to know Francesca.
How did you come up with the title? Or must I wait to read the book to figure that out? 😉
The older I get, the less need I feel for the typical virgin-heroine. My opinion depends far more on the heroine’s attitude toward such things. If she’s careless with sex, I don’t care what other virtues she possesses, I can’t respect her.
I’m definitely looking forward to getting to know Francesca.
How did you come up with the title? Or must I wait to read the book to figure that out? 😉
The older I get, the less need I feel for the typical virgin-heroine. My opinion depends far more on the heroine’s attitude toward such things. If she’s careless with sex, I don’t care what other virtues she possesses, I can’t respect her.
I’m definitely looking forward to getting to know Francesca.
How did you come up with the title? Or must I wait to read the book to figure that out? 😉
The older I get, the less need I feel for the typical virgin-heroine. My opinion depends far more on the heroine’s attitude toward such things. If she’s careless with sex, I don’t care what other virtues she possesses, I can’t respect her.
I’m definitely looking forward to getting to know Francesca.
How did you come up with the title? Or must I wait to read the book to figure that out? 😉
The older I get, the less need I feel for the typical virgin-heroine. My opinion depends far more on the heroine’s attitude toward such things. If she’s careless with sex, I don’t care what other virtues she possesses, I can’t respect her.
I’m definitely looking forward to getting to know Francesca.
Maggie, thank you! Cute? Ah, yes, sometimes, says DH. I _am_ shy & register way in the upper 90s on the Introvert scale. But I had an excellent video production team: my husband (once a producer, always a producer), who is also a gifted interviewer, plus a pro behind the camera (the company is Lightspeed Productions, BTW). For me, this was less stressful in a way than booksignings and conferences–because, while I love meeting readers, encountering large groups of strangers is a little unnerving to me. OTOH, I’m not that comfortable talking about my work–so more credit, please, to the team–and always say, if I could talk, I wouldn’t need to write.
Maggie, thank you! Cute? Ah, yes, sometimes, says DH. I _am_ shy & register way in the upper 90s on the Introvert scale. But I had an excellent video production team: my husband (once a producer, always a producer), who is also a gifted interviewer, plus a pro behind the camera (the company is Lightspeed Productions, BTW). For me, this was less stressful in a way than booksignings and conferences–because, while I love meeting readers, encountering large groups of strangers is a little unnerving to me. OTOH, I’m not that comfortable talking about my work–so more credit, please, to the team–and always say, if I could talk, I wouldn’t need to write.
Maggie, thank you! Cute? Ah, yes, sometimes, says DH. I _am_ shy & register way in the upper 90s on the Introvert scale. But I had an excellent video production team: my husband (once a producer, always a producer), who is also a gifted interviewer, plus a pro behind the camera (the company is Lightspeed Productions, BTW). For me, this was less stressful in a way than booksignings and conferences–because, while I love meeting readers, encountering large groups of strangers is a little unnerving to me. OTOH, I’m not that comfortable talking about my work–so more credit, please, to the team–and always say, if I could talk, I wouldn’t need to write.
Maggie, thank you! Cute? Ah, yes, sometimes, says DH. I _am_ shy & register way in the upper 90s on the Introvert scale. But I had an excellent video production team: my husband (once a producer, always a producer), who is also a gifted interviewer, plus a pro behind the camera (the company is Lightspeed Productions, BTW). For me, this was less stressful in a way than booksignings and conferences–because, while I love meeting readers, encountering large groups of strangers is a little unnerving to me. OTOH, I’m not that comfortable talking about my work–so more credit, please, to the team–and always say, if I could talk, I wouldn’t need to write.
Maggie, thank you! Cute? Ah, yes, sometimes, says DH. I _am_ shy & register way in the upper 90s on the Introvert scale. But I had an excellent video production team: my husband (once a producer, always a producer), who is also a gifted interviewer, plus a pro behind the camera (the company is Lightspeed Productions, BTW). For me, this was less stressful in a way than booksignings and conferences–because, while I love meeting readers, encountering large groups of strangers is a little unnerving to me. OTOH, I’m not that comfortable talking about my work–so more credit, please, to the team–and always say, if I could talk, I wouldn’t need to write.
Anne with an e (like Anne Shirley, who will always live in my heart), the tale of titles is a long one & probably will be a blog one day soon. This one involved a lot of brainstorming with a number of people. My idea of a title is WIP. That’s what I call them all until the emails start about the covers. Ummm, one important thing we need for this cover, Loretta? says my editor. A title? And I say, Aaargh. As to my heroine, I think we can safely say that one thing she definitely is not careless wtih is sex.
Anne with an e (like Anne Shirley, who will always live in my heart), the tale of titles is a long one & probably will be a blog one day soon. This one involved a lot of brainstorming with a number of people. My idea of a title is WIP. That’s what I call them all until the emails start about the covers. Ummm, one important thing we need for this cover, Loretta? says my editor. A title? And I say, Aaargh. As to my heroine, I think we can safely say that one thing she definitely is not careless wtih is sex.
Anne with an e (like Anne Shirley, who will always live in my heart), the tale of titles is a long one & probably will be a blog one day soon. This one involved a lot of brainstorming with a number of people. My idea of a title is WIP. That’s what I call them all until the emails start about the covers. Ummm, one important thing we need for this cover, Loretta? says my editor. A title? And I say, Aaargh. As to my heroine, I think we can safely say that one thing she definitely is not careless wtih is sex.
Anne with an e (like Anne Shirley, who will always live in my heart), the tale of titles is a long one & probably will be a blog one day soon. This one involved a lot of brainstorming with a number of people. My idea of a title is WIP. That’s what I call them all until the emails start about the covers. Ummm, one important thing we need for this cover, Loretta? says my editor. A title? And I say, Aaargh. As to my heroine, I think we can safely say that one thing she definitely is not careless wtih is sex.
Anne with an e (like Anne Shirley, who will always live in my heart), the tale of titles is a long one & probably will be a blog one day soon. This one involved a lot of brainstorming with a number of people. My idea of a title is WIP. That’s what I call them all until the emails start about the covers. Ummm, one important thing we need for this cover, Loretta? says my editor. A title? And I say, Aaargh. As to my heroine, I think we can safely say that one thing she definitely is not careless wtih is sex.
A chance to win a copy? Count me in. I am SO looking forward to reading this, and already have it on my Kindle. I’m saving it for the weekend so I can read it in one sitting! But I like the keepers to be solid and palpable, so a hard copy would be a definite boon. I have ALL your other books, Loretta; several copies of some, due to ordering extras on occasion, as when I’m spending large lumps of time away from home and finding that I’ve just GOT to re-read an old favorite right away.
Funny that your book and Edith’s both have “Ways” in the title. Is there a trend shaping up, something in the zeitgeist? Telepathy? Inquiring minds…
A chance to win a copy? Count me in. I am SO looking forward to reading this, and already have it on my Kindle. I’m saving it for the weekend so I can read it in one sitting! But I like the keepers to be solid and palpable, so a hard copy would be a definite boon. I have ALL your other books, Loretta; several copies of some, due to ordering extras on occasion, as when I’m spending large lumps of time away from home and finding that I’ve just GOT to re-read an old favorite right away.
Funny that your book and Edith’s both have “Ways” in the title. Is there a trend shaping up, something in the zeitgeist? Telepathy? Inquiring minds…
A chance to win a copy? Count me in. I am SO looking forward to reading this, and already have it on my Kindle. I’m saving it for the weekend so I can read it in one sitting! But I like the keepers to be solid and palpable, so a hard copy would be a definite boon. I have ALL your other books, Loretta; several copies of some, due to ordering extras on occasion, as when I’m spending large lumps of time away from home and finding that I’ve just GOT to re-read an old favorite right away.
Funny that your book and Edith’s both have “Ways” in the title. Is there a trend shaping up, something in the zeitgeist? Telepathy? Inquiring minds…
A chance to win a copy? Count me in. I am SO looking forward to reading this, and already have it on my Kindle. I’m saving it for the weekend so I can read it in one sitting! But I like the keepers to be solid and palpable, so a hard copy would be a definite boon. I have ALL your other books, Loretta; several copies of some, due to ordering extras on occasion, as when I’m spending large lumps of time away from home and finding that I’ve just GOT to re-read an old favorite right away.
Funny that your book and Edith’s both have “Ways” in the title. Is there a trend shaping up, something in the zeitgeist? Telepathy? Inquiring minds…
A chance to win a copy? Count me in. I am SO looking forward to reading this, and already have it on my Kindle. I’m saving it for the weekend so I can read it in one sitting! But I like the keepers to be solid and palpable, so a hard copy would be a definite boon. I have ALL your other books, Loretta; several copies of some, due to ordering extras on occasion, as when I’m spending large lumps of time away from home and finding that I’ve just GOT to re-read an old favorite right away.
Funny that your book and Edith’s both have “Ways” in the title. Is there a trend shaping up, something in the zeitgeist? Telepathy? Inquiring minds…
I can’t wait to buy this book. I love Venice, having been there during Carnivale. And I love the idea of a heroine being a courtesan, particularly one who goes into the profession on her own terms. I find that fascinating, and I hope we see a trend of heroines who have a bit more complexity.
I can’t wait to buy this book. I love Venice, having been there during Carnivale. And I love the idea of a heroine being a courtesan, particularly one who goes into the profession on her own terms. I find that fascinating, and I hope we see a trend of heroines who have a bit more complexity.
I can’t wait to buy this book. I love Venice, having been there during Carnivale. And I love the idea of a heroine being a courtesan, particularly one who goes into the profession on her own terms. I find that fascinating, and I hope we see a trend of heroines who have a bit more complexity.
I can’t wait to buy this book. I love Venice, having been there during Carnivale. And I love the idea of a heroine being a courtesan, particularly one who goes into the profession on her own terms. I find that fascinating, and I hope we see a trend of heroines who have a bit more complexity.
I can’t wait to buy this book. I love Venice, having been there during Carnivale. And I love the idea of a heroine being a courtesan, particularly one who goes into the profession on her own terms. I find that fascinating, and I hope we see a trend of heroines who have a bit more complexity.
Hi again, Loretta. I have been reading your interviews on other sites, and EVERYONE is talking about your book. You must be thrilled with all the attention this new book is getting. I am sure that there is a great deal of satisfaction when something that you spent so much time and efort on is now receiving such praise and attention. Congrats!
Hi again, Loretta. I have been reading your interviews on other sites, and EVERYONE is talking about your book. You must be thrilled with all the attention this new book is getting. I am sure that there is a great deal of satisfaction when something that you spent so much time and efort on is now receiving such praise and attention. Congrats!
Hi again, Loretta. I have been reading your interviews on other sites, and EVERYONE is talking about your book. You must be thrilled with all the attention this new book is getting. I am sure that there is a great deal of satisfaction when something that you spent so much time and efort on is now receiving such praise and attention. Congrats!
Hi again, Loretta. I have been reading your interviews on other sites, and EVERYONE is talking about your book. You must be thrilled with all the attention this new book is getting. I am sure that there is a great deal of satisfaction when something that you spent so much time and efort on is now receiving such praise and attention. Congrats!
Hi again, Loretta. I have been reading your interviews on other sites, and EVERYONE is talking about your book. You must be thrilled with all the attention this new book is getting. I am sure that there is a great deal of satisfaction when something that you spent so much time and efort on is now receiving such praise and attention. Congrats!
I’m looking forward to reading this book!
I’m looking forward to reading this book!
I’m looking forward to reading this book!
I’m looking forward to reading this book!
I’m looking forward to reading this book!
I can’t wait till my copy arrives- my summer reading order from Amazon should be here just after I begin summer break from school. Three wench books are on it…Yay!
I can’t wait till my copy arrives- my summer reading order from Amazon should be here just after I begin summer break from school. Three wench books are on it…Yay!
I can’t wait till my copy arrives- my summer reading order from Amazon should be here just after I begin summer break from school. Three wench books are on it…Yay!
I can’t wait till my copy arrives- my summer reading order from Amazon should be here just after I begin summer break from school. Three wench books are on it…Yay!
I can’t wait till my copy arrives- my summer reading order from Amazon should be here just after I begin summer break from school. Three wench books are on it…Yay!
Elaine, thank you for making me one of your collectibles & giving my books a loving home. Edith & I laughed about the titles–the books are not only out in the same month, but from the same publisher! It has to be something in the zeitgeist–certainly as concerns what editors/marketing like/dislike, which words turn them on and which turn them off. __Elizabeth, Minna, Gretchen: Thank you! I am desperately hoping that this story lives up to expectations.___ CherylC, Hello again & thank you! I am thrilled–but it’s a lot to live up to, you know.
Elaine, thank you for making me one of your collectibles & giving my books a loving home. Edith & I laughed about the titles–the books are not only out in the same month, but from the same publisher! It has to be something in the zeitgeist–certainly as concerns what editors/marketing like/dislike, which words turn them on and which turn them off. __Elizabeth, Minna, Gretchen: Thank you! I am desperately hoping that this story lives up to expectations.___ CherylC, Hello again & thank you! I am thrilled–but it’s a lot to live up to, you know.
Elaine, thank you for making me one of your collectibles & giving my books a loving home. Edith & I laughed about the titles–the books are not only out in the same month, but from the same publisher! It has to be something in the zeitgeist–certainly as concerns what editors/marketing like/dislike, which words turn them on and which turn them off. __Elizabeth, Minna, Gretchen: Thank you! I am desperately hoping that this story lives up to expectations.___ CherylC, Hello again & thank you! I am thrilled–but it’s a lot to live up to, you know.
Elaine, thank you for making me one of your collectibles & giving my books a loving home. Edith & I laughed about the titles–the books are not only out in the same month, but from the same publisher! It has to be something in the zeitgeist–certainly as concerns what editors/marketing like/dislike, which words turn them on and which turn them off. __Elizabeth, Minna, Gretchen: Thank you! I am desperately hoping that this story lives up to expectations.___ CherylC, Hello again & thank you! I am thrilled–but it’s a lot to live up to, you know.
Elaine, thank you for making me one of your collectibles & giving my books a loving home. Edith & I laughed about the titles–the books are not only out in the same month, but from the same publisher! It has to be something in the zeitgeist–certainly as concerns what editors/marketing like/dislike, which words turn them on and which turn them off. __Elizabeth, Minna, Gretchen: Thank you! I am desperately hoping that this story lives up to expectations.___ CherylC, Hello again & thank you! I am thrilled–but it’s a lot to live up to, you know.
Oooh! I read it yesterday in one marathon session and it was wonderful! Venice is practically a character in the book, I felt. Francesca and James are two of my favorites now, I think.
But, I’m curious about the Putti. Not being familiar with the plaster and paintwork myself, I had trouble imagining some things. Did you have pictures of this kind of architectural detail to work from?
Oooh! I read it yesterday in one marathon session and it was wonderful! Venice is practically a character in the book, I felt. Francesca and James are two of my favorites now, I think.
But, I’m curious about the Putti. Not being familiar with the plaster and paintwork myself, I had trouble imagining some things. Did you have pictures of this kind of architectural detail to work from?
Oooh! I read it yesterday in one marathon session and it was wonderful! Venice is practically a character in the book, I felt. Francesca and James are two of my favorites now, I think.
But, I’m curious about the Putti. Not being familiar with the plaster and paintwork myself, I had trouble imagining some things. Did you have pictures of this kind of architectural detail to work from?
Oooh! I read it yesterday in one marathon session and it was wonderful! Venice is practically a character in the book, I felt. Francesca and James are two of my favorites now, I think.
But, I’m curious about the Putti. Not being familiar with the plaster and paintwork myself, I had trouble imagining some things. Did you have pictures of this kind of architectural detail to work from?
Oooh! I read it yesterday in one marathon session and it was wonderful! Venice is practically a character in the book, I felt. Francesca and James are two of my favorites now, I think.
But, I’m curious about the Putti. Not being familiar with the plaster and paintwork myself, I had trouble imagining some things. Did you have pictures of this kind of architectural detail to work from?
jrox–Yay! You liked it! Oh, those putti. Come back on Friday for Part Due of the interview, where I discuss them and many other things. In a nutshell, the inspiration was the Palazzo Albrizzi, and yes, I referred to photographs in my various gigantic picture books about Venetian palazzi…but took that place a step or two farther.
jrox–Yay! You liked it! Oh, those putti. Come back on Friday for Part Due of the interview, where I discuss them and many other things. In a nutshell, the inspiration was the Palazzo Albrizzi, and yes, I referred to photographs in my various gigantic picture books about Venetian palazzi…but took that place a step or two farther.
jrox–Yay! You liked it! Oh, those putti. Come back on Friday for Part Due of the interview, where I discuss them and many other things. In a nutshell, the inspiration was the Palazzo Albrizzi, and yes, I referred to photographs in my various gigantic picture books about Venetian palazzi…but took that place a step or two farther.
jrox–Yay! You liked it! Oh, those putti. Come back on Friday for Part Due of the interview, where I discuss them and many other things. In a nutshell, the inspiration was the Palazzo Albrizzi, and yes, I referred to photographs in my various gigantic picture books about Venetian palazzi…but took that place a step or two farther.
jrox–Yay! You liked it! Oh, those putti. Come back on Friday for Part Due of the interview, where I discuss them and many other things. In a nutshell, the inspiration was the Palazzo Albrizzi, and yes, I referred to photographs in my various gigantic picture books about Venetian palazzi…but took that place a step or two farther.
Hi Loretta, I’ve loved the exotic settings in your previous books and Mr Impossible is my absolute fav. I can’t wait to read Your Scandalous Ways and see Venice through your eyes! The cast of characters sound intriguing.
Hi Loretta, I’ve loved the exotic settings in your previous books and Mr Impossible is my absolute fav. I can’t wait to read Your Scandalous Ways and see Venice through your eyes! The cast of characters sound intriguing.
Hi Loretta, I’ve loved the exotic settings in your previous books and Mr Impossible is my absolute fav. I can’t wait to read Your Scandalous Ways and see Venice through your eyes! The cast of characters sound intriguing.
Hi Loretta, I’ve loved the exotic settings in your previous books and Mr Impossible is my absolute fav. I can’t wait to read Your Scandalous Ways and see Venice through your eyes! The cast of characters sound intriguing.
Hi Loretta, I’ve loved the exotic settings in your previous books and Mr Impossible is my absolute fav. I can’t wait to read Your Scandalous Ways and see Venice through your eyes! The cast of characters sound intriguing.
Ah, Venice, definitely one of my favorite places on earth! I’m sure a lot has changed since I was there during the early 1970s. I loved revisiting through Margaret’s pictures. I’ve got 100s of slides that I took in Italy. I must see more of her pictures another time.
It was so nice of you to think of mentioning the research “attitude” you have. I’ve felt lost during the last few years because I have only the Internet to look things up. LOL Most people probably find that a strange comment, but I do so miss my books in which I can more easily explore things. Whenever I read or hear something that interests me, I used to reach for my reference books or maps. I know there are maps on the Internet but they never seem to give me the information that I’m looking for.
At the beginning of the interview, I thought I’d ask if you actually went to Venice as part of your research. However, I guess you didn’t from what you said on You-tube. Have you ever been to any of the places in which your books have been set and how difficult do you find it to set a novel in different cities or countries? I guess the same question goes for the other Wenches.
I’m really looking forward to reading this book too (and would love to win it). I know I’ll be reliving my visit there just as I recently relived my visit to Pompeii and Naples in one of Madeline Hunter’s books.
Ah, Venice, definitely one of my favorite places on earth! I’m sure a lot has changed since I was there during the early 1970s. I loved revisiting through Margaret’s pictures. I’ve got 100s of slides that I took in Italy. I must see more of her pictures another time.
It was so nice of you to think of mentioning the research “attitude” you have. I’ve felt lost during the last few years because I have only the Internet to look things up. LOL Most people probably find that a strange comment, but I do so miss my books in which I can more easily explore things. Whenever I read or hear something that interests me, I used to reach for my reference books or maps. I know there are maps on the Internet but they never seem to give me the information that I’m looking for.
At the beginning of the interview, I thought I’d ask if you actually went to Venice as part of your research. However, I guess you didn’t from what you said on You-tube. Have you ever been to any of the places in which your books have been set and how difficult do you find it to set a novel in different cities or countries? I guess the same question goes for the other Wenches.
I’m really looking forward to reading this book too (and would love to win it). I know I’ll be reliving my visit there just as I recently relived my visit to Pompeii and Naples in one of Madeline Hunter’s books.
Ah, Venice, definitely one of my favorite places on earth! I’m sure a lot has changed since I was there during the early 1970s. I loved revisiting through Margaret’s pictures. I’ve got 100s of slides that I took in Italy. I must see more of her pictures another time.
It was so nice of you to think of mentioning the research “attitude” you have. I’ve felt lost during the last few years because I have only the Internet to look things up. LOL Most people probably find that a strange comment, but I do so miss my books in which I can more easily explore things. Whenever I read or hear something that interests me, I used to reach for my reference books or maps. I know there are maps on the Internet but they never seem to give me the information that I’m looking for.
At the beginning of the interview, I thought I’d ask if you actually went to Venice as part of your research. However, I guess you didn’t from what you said on You-tube. Have you ever been to any of the places in which your books have been set and how difficult do you find it to set a novel in different cities or countries? I guess the same question goes for the other Wenches.
I’m really looking forward to reading this book too (and would love to win it). I know I’ll be reliving my visit there just as I recently relived my visit to Pompeii and Naples in one of Madeline Hunter’s books.
Ah, Venice, definitely one of my favorite places on earth! I’m sure a lot has changed since I was there during the early 1970s. I loved revisiting through Margaret’s pictures. I’ve got 100s of slides that I took in Italy. I must see more of her pictures another time.
It was so nice of you to think of mentioning the research “attitude” you have. I’ve felt lost during the last few years because I have only the Internet to look things up. LOL Most people probably find that a strange comment, but I do so miss my books in which I can more easily explore things. Whenever I read or hear something that interests me, I used to reach for my reference books or maps. I know there are maps on the Internet but they never seem to give me the information that I’m looking for.
At the beginning of the interview, I thought I’d ask if you actually went to Venice as part of your research. However, I guess you didn’t from what you said on You-tube. Have you ever been to any of the places in which your books have been set and how difficult do you find it to set a novel in different cities or countries? I guess the same question goes for the other Wenches.
I’m really looking forward to reading this book too (and would love to win it). I know I’ll be reliving my visit there just as I recently relived my visit to Pompeii and Naples in one of Madeline Hunter’s books.
Ah, Venice, definitely one of my favorite places on earth! I’m sure a lot has changed since I was there during the early 1970s. I loved revisiting through Margaret’s pictures. I’ve got 100s of slides that I took in Italy. I must see more of her pictures another time.
It was so nice of you to think of mentioning the research “attitude” you have. I’ve felt lost during the last few years because I have only the Internet to look things up. LOL Most people probably find that a strange comment, but I do so miss my books in which I can more easily explore things. Whenever I read or hear something that interests me, I used to reach for my reference books or maps. I know there are maps on the Internet but they never seem to give me the information that I’m looking for.
At the beginning of the interview, I thought I’d ask if you actually went to Venice as part of your research. However, I guess you didn’t from what you said on You-tube. Have you ever been to any of the places in which your books have been set and how difficult do you find it to set a novel in different cities or countries? I guess the same question goes for the other Wenches.
I’m really looking forward to reading this book too (and would love to win it). I know I’ll be reliving my visit there just as I recently relived my visit to Pompeii and Naples in one of Madeline Hunter’s books.