Lexi: We are very excited to have this return guest today. She not only loves wine…she is one awesome author! Welcome back, Donna Grant!
Thank you so much, Lexi! It’s good to be back. ☺
Lexi: A few years ago we drooled over your hot covers. Today we get to talk about your new romantic suspense series, Sons of Texas. The cover of THE HERO is another hit! The flag in the background is a nice patriotic touch for the hero, Owen. How did you prepare to write about a Navy SEAL?
Thank you! I love the cover! My editor came up with the concept, and I think it fits perfectly with the theme of the series. To be honest, putting the idea for the series together was easy. The hard part was getting the guns, ammunition, and military language correct. I also found someone who is fluent in Russian to help translate those parts. This was so different, and at times stressful, but I love that I pushed myself to write something so different then my usual. By the time I got to the third book, it was all easier. I think I need to date a military man so I can get info quickly. lol
Lexi: As one who has friends and family serving in our military I am aware that it is not a glamorous life but I also love reading military romances because these people are heroes. All of your leading men share hero qualities. Do you find it similar or different writing about a highlander and a SEAL?
I also had/have family serving in the military, and those men and women are the ultimate heroes to me. When I was thinking of writing in another genre, I kept coming back to the military because they’re built in heroes. In some ways, SEALs have the same qualities as a Highlander. They might battle differently, but ultimately they have the same goals.
Lexi: THE HERO takes place in your backyard, Texas! Did you put any of your favorite local things in the book?
Yes and no. I’m about five hours from Dallas, but that drive in is a beautiful one. That’s why I decided to set the ranch in that area. It was nice being able to write about places I’ve known my whole life though. ☺
Lexi: I can’t wait to pick up THE HERO. And I am even more excited to see that book two, THE PROTECTOR, will shortly follow! Did you write both of them together or did the publication dates line up that way?
I had no idea about the publication dates until my editor told me. I like how the first two books will release back to back, and readers won’t have to wait too terribly long for THE LEGEND, the third book (which is my favorite of the three).
Lexi: Whatever conspires to bring us more of your books works for me. Cheers to your new series, Donna! Thank you for stopping by again and we will be looking forward to the next time!
You’re amazing as always, Lexi. Thank you for everything. Until next time!
(Sons of Texas #1)
by Donna Grant
Paperback, 320 pages
Expected publication: December 6th 2016 by St. Martin's Paperbacks
ISBN 1250083397
THE HERO’S HOMECOMING
Owen Loughman is a highly-decorated Navy SEAL who has a thirst for action. But there’s one thing he hasn’t been able to forget – his high school sweetheart, Natalie. After over a decade away, Owen is returned home to the ranch in Texas for a dangerous new mission that puts him face-to-face with Natalie and an outside menace that threatens everything he holds dear. He’ll risk it all to keep Natalie safe – and win her heart. . . .
Natalie Dixon has had a lifetime of heartache since Owen was deployed. Fourteen years and one bad marriage later, she finds herself mixed up with the Loughman’s again. With her life on the line against an enemy she can’t fight alone, it’s Owen’s strong shoulders, smoldering eyes, and sensuous smile that she turns to. When danger closes in, she holds close to the only man she’s ever loved…
Author’s Bio & Picture:
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Donna Grant has been praised for her "totally addictive" and "unique and sensual" stories. Her latest acclaimed series, Dark Kings, features a thrilling combination of dragons, Fae, and immortal Highlanders who are dark, dangerous, and irresistible. She lives with her two children and an assortment of animals in Texas. http://www.donnagrant.com/
Pre-Order Contest:
If you pre-order THE HERO you will be entered for some seriously cool prizes including the **entire** Dragon King series (Dark Heat – Smoke and Fire – including novellas) signed to you, winner’s choice of a bundle of books, Darkest Flame (signed) and some swag, and swag and a coveted DK t-shirt! But to be entered, you MUST FILL OUT THIS FORM. All pre-orders are acceptable as long as you have an order number from the retailer you purchased from.
If you pre-order THE PROTECTOR (Book #2 coming Jan. 3rd, 2017) you will receive a bonus scene that features Owen and Natalie from THE HERO. The scene will NOT be shared anywhere else. It will be exclusive to those who pre-order THE PROTECTOR and FILL OUT THIS FORM.
GIVEAWAY:
The publisher is offering one copy of The Hero to give away to one reader today. US only, please. To enter, just leave a question or comment on this post for Donna and then fill out the rafflecopter below. Good luck!
Donna Grant is such an amazing storyteller. I have loved her series books and all are rereads for me.Her heroes are all such wonderful characters. I believe that Highlanders and Seals are very much the same kind of "in your face" warriors. I'm looking forward to the start of this new series. Awesome cover once again.
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Very handsome cover. Has move of a feel of a non-fiction memoir almost than a fiction romance. I can't wait to read it and all of Donna's books!
ReplyDeleteAs I love this author's Dark Kings and Dark Warriors series I know this series is going to be another one of great romantic suspense. I look forward to reading them all. Thanks for the give-away!
ReplyDeleteI have yet to read any of Donna Grant's books. I've got a lot of them on my wish list though!
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