Tawny Weber | Why Captain America Isn't My Favorite Avenger

“Language!”

There are so many things to love about the Avengers movies. Epic battles, awesome heroes, internal conflict and friendships built on teamwork. The plots are always strong, the dialogue fabulous and the emotional balance extremely well done. But, seriously, I’m pretty sure whatever elements we love to watch, the bottom line is that it’s all about the heroes.

I love these heroes! They are strong, sexy and powerful (I’m including the Black Widow in that assessment, of course). They defy the odds, they do what needs to be done, and, of course, they are great at doing it. Those that have found relationships have found them with strong women who can not only handle these powerful men, but they understand their dedication to the cause.

These are all things I try to remember and bring to the stories in my Sexy SEAL series. My heroes aren’t superheroes, but they are strong, sexy and powerful. They, too, do what needs to be done and do it well. They are dedicated to serving their country and keeping people safe. And while none of them wear spandex, they do look damned good in their uniforms.

Given that I’ve seen and adore all of these superheroes movies (and that Winter Soldier is my current non-Avenger movie), and that I write military heroes, I feel like Captain America should be my favorite Avenger. He’s military, he’s a soldier, he gives his all for his country. He wanted to serve SO much that he was willing to go through a miserably painful process in order to do so. Sort of like BUDs training for the SEALs, with their infamous Hell Week. He’s the ultimate soldier.

But I just can’t love him. (Sorry Chris Evans fans!)

Don’t get me wrong. I like Captain America. He’s a great character and his growth arc has been fabulous to watch. But I’m more attracted to Thor for his looks, Hawkeye for his attitude and Ironman for his humor. And because all three of them have a bad boy edge.

I love that bad boy edge. It’s such a contrast to the heroism that it makes the risks they take, the sacrifices they make all the more apparent. Because while for some (Like the sexy Captain) heroism is who they are-it’s an integral part of their personality, others have to work at it. Good boys do the right thing automatically, its hardwired into their DNA. Bad boys, though? They have to move barriers to be the hero. Ironman is inherently selfish but he puts that aside to be the hero. Thor is from another world, but he fights for ours. And Hulk? Oh, that poor guy has major challenges with his bad boy side, doesn’t he?

All heroes are awesome. But bad boys? They have a little extra dimension. Despite their super powers, they aren’t perfect. They’re flawed. And usually, flawed in a very sexy way. Bad boys break the rules, they play outside of the box. In life, in their super actions, and I’ll bet, in bed. Or more likely, against a wall, in the back of a limo, over the edge of a lab desk. They push the envelope in every way. And that, I think, is the biggest appeal of bad boys.

Which brings me back to the first line in this post: “Language,” Captain America chides when Ironman cusses during the heat of battle. Yeah. Captain America is hot, but I’d rather have one of the bad boy heroes. Because, bottom line? If all those bad guys were trying to kill me, I’d be cussing, too.

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About Tawny Weber

New York Times and USA TODAY Bestselling author of more than thirty books, Tawny Weber writes sassy, emotional romances with a dash of humor, featuring hot alpha heroes. It’s all about the sexy attitude! A fan of Johnny Depp, cupcakes, and her very own hero husband, Tawny enjoys scrapbooking, gardening, spending time with her family and dogs, and hanging out with readers on Facebook.

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About A SEAL'S PLEASURE

Subject: Navy SEAL Gabriel Thorne

Mission: Initiate Operation: Romance - and prove that one night isn't enough!

Explosives expert and Navy SEAL Gabriel "Romeo" Thorne makes his living tempting fate. Pushing the limits. So far, he's never lost—especially when it comes to women. That is, until his best friend's wedding, where Gabriel is suddenly face-to- face—and deliciously body-to-body—with the one woman hot enough to detonate his self-control.

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