Hi everyone!
Today I’m turning the blog over to Princess Elara, the
heroine from my historical/fantasy romance, A Most Unusual Princess. She talks
about the book, her relationship to her hero, and shares a few naughty secrets!
Q: Greetings, Princess Elara. A Most Unusual Princess is the
first book in a series of historical/fantasy novels. Can you tell us about the
trilogy?
Certainly. As some readers may already know, A Most Unusual
Princess is the first story in a trilogy that also includes A Most Intriguing
Temptation and A Most Unfortunate Prince. Although the books are related, each
stands alone as an individual read.
A Most Unusual Princess introduces readers to me and my
hero, Dalton. My father is searching for a proper husband for me, and Dalton
acts as my special guard. In the second book, A Most Intriguing Temptation, I
follow Dalton and my brother, Prince Allan, to a sultan’s palace and get into a
bit of trouble. A Most Unfortunate Prince (the last book in the series) is all
about Allan’s banishment from the kingdom and his journey as he finds true
love. Dalton and I are also in the story, and we play a central role in the
ending.
Q: Tell us about yourself. What got you in the crosshairs
for your author?
I’m a princess and I’ve been pampered and sheltered my entire
life. Some people might find that the perfect arrangement, but for me, it’s
always been suffocating. I hate being told what to wear, how to speak, and I’m
never allowed to have any fun. My brothers are free to do whatever they please
while I’m forced to act like a lady. Bah!
Lately I’ve been acting out a lot. I’ve been called
headstrong, spoiled, too opinionated, and unmanageable. It’s not my fault,
though. I’m an intelligent (and very pretty) young woman who doesn’t appreciate
being talked down to just because I’m female.
My father decided I was old enough to be married and wanted
to find me a husband. I told him I could find my own husband and would only
marry someone I loved; not some dull prince who only wanted me for my dowry.
Kelli started writing my story just before the search for my
husband began. She was kind enough to see past all of my so-called faults and
realized that deep down I’m a sensitive, caring individual who just wants to be
loved. Meeting Dalton changed me for the better.
Q: What was it that drew you to Dalton?
Dalton is unlike any other man I have encountered before. We
met under very unusual circumstances (I was undressed and bathing in a pond)
and he… well, he thought the whole thing was amusing. At the time I didn’t think
I’d ever see him again, but then he turned out to be my special guard. Imagine!
As we spent time together, I realized that Dalton was strong, brave, and not
easily swayed by my tantrums or tricks. He understood me and treated me like an
equal. And I loved him even more for that. (He also acted a bit naughty, which
I also liked!)
Q: A little naughty fun, where was the wildest place you
seduced your partner?
In the story, we make use of a settee and my bed. But one
night after the story ended, Dalton and I went back to the pond where we first
met. We did all the naughty things there that we had only fantasized about
doing before. It was fun fooling around outside in the dark, and it’s something
I’m sure we’ll do again soon.
Q: What is the one place on your partner's body that you
know will drive him wild—in and out of bed?
Dalton’s secret spot is along the side of his neck, right
near his ear. A lick, a kiss, and he melts in my arms. He also likes me to rub
his back and chest. I certainly don’t mind. (Giggles.) He’s strong and muscular
and just touching him drives me wild too!
Q: What was one of the most embarrassing things your author
did to you in A Most Unusual Princess?
Well… the story starts off with Dalton catching me nude in a
bathing pond. It would have been embarrassing enough to be seen like that, but
I wasn’t exactly bathing… I was… how did Dalton put it… touching myself to
relieve a bit of tension. (If you know what I mean.) A girl is entitled to her
privacy! Later, Dalton teased me about it without mercy.
Q: Kelli has written a lot of romances in all genres in all
heat levels. How does she switch back and forth so easily?
I’ve been curious about this myself, so I asked some of her
other characters. They said that each book comes to her in a different form.
Sometimes an entire story “jumps” into her head, and she’ll know everything
that happens to the characters. (That happened with A Deceptive Match, Loving a
Wild Stranger, A Most Unusual Princess, and The Viking’s Witch.)
Other times, she gets bits of the story and parts of the
characters. Once in a while, she’ll have a character come first and then the
other pieces of the book fall into place, like a puzzle. (That happened with
Dangerous Indenture, Lies, Love & Redemption, and A Secret Match.)
Before Kelli starts a book, she needs to know who the
characters are and what’s going to happen to them. After that, she outlines the
scenes and starts writing. She says that writing a new book is always an
adventure, and she never knows where the characters or stories will take her.
Q: Anything else you would like to add?
Although A Most Unusual Princess is the first book in the
series, all of our stories stand alone as individual reads—and I encourage
readers to catch up on all of our adventures. I’m content with the way the
trilogy ends—and I know that readers will be satisfied (in many ways!).
Kelli has written several fantastic books in all genres, and
I wish I could have a crossover with a few of her other characters. We would
have a lot of fun together.
Talking with readers was fun! I’ll ask Dalton and Allan to
answer a few questions in another chat!
Thank you, Princess Elara, for joining us today. Here’s a
look at A Most Unusual Princess.
You can find all of Kelli A. Wilkins’s books at
www.amazon.com/author/kelliwilkins and www.KelliWilkins.com.
A Most Unusual Princess
Princess Elara needs to find a royal husband, but claims
that no man can satisfy her. Her father hires Dalton, a special guard, to watch
over her while she’s courting suitors. Dalton finds her unusual behaviors
charming—and enthralling.
Dalton’s aloof manner intrigues Elara, and despite their
differences, they share tender moments and intimate nighttime encounters. Elara
is heartbroken when her father chooses a “proper” husband for her—until she
meets the mystery man.
Bonus! This e-book includes a sneak peek at the second book
in the Royal Desires series: A Most Intriguing Temptation.
**The Royal Desires series is available on Amazon &
other platforms. Catch this hot historical/fantasy trilogy from the start:
Book 1: A Most Unusual Princess:
All other platforms: https://books2read.com/u/me00L9
Book 2: A Most Intriguing Temptation:
All other platforms: https://books2read.com/u/47kkvj
Book 3: A Most Unfortunate Prince:
All other platforms: https://books2read.com/u/3yPPM6
Next week, we’ll hear from Prince Dalton!
Until then,
Happy Reading!
Kelli
