April's Affections and Intrigues: Love and Mystery Bloom

Mona Garg

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47 comments posted.

Re: When One Night Isn't Enough (10:02pm July 14, 2011):

Thanks for the giveaway. I most definitely have an internet addiction. I am
constantly checking my email/twitter/book sites. I subscribe/follow MANY
blogs, participate in blog hops, and win lots of books I can't read b/c I'm
always online :)

Re: Magnificent Passage (10:05am July 12, 2011):

Sounds like a fun read. Pretty cover too.

Re: Just One Season In London (9:59am July 12, 2011):

I like the premise and the cover is really pretty.

Re: The Doctor Takes A Princess (1:26pm July 8, 2011):

I really lucked out with my daughter(now 6). She was not a crier and,
except for feedings, slept thru the night. Even teething was not an issue.
Potty training, on the other hand, was an ordeal.

But I found that it was my own stress and tension that got her
upset/cranky. She could sense mine. If I could relax, she would.

Re: Dying For Justice (6:36pm June 30, 2011):

My greatest fear is my dear ones getting hurt. I like reading about people
forced to overcome their fears for the greater good.

Re: Fallen (9:54am June 29, 2011):

That must have been quite the experience! I worked as a bank teller and
we had training sessions on bank robberies. Luckily I never had to
experience one irl.

Your book sounds great. I am often curious about where authors get their
ideas from and their writing rituals.

Re: Louisa And The Missing Heiress (5:08pm June 15, 2011):

I love my local library system and our family's cards get lots of mileage.
They have a great Bollywood movie collection and, being originally from
India, I am drawn to movies/books:
. about India
. set in India
. by South Asian directors/authors

I often think about what happens to the characters in the book I am
currently reading or have already read. I find myself wanting to Merton the
characters irl.

Re: It Happened On Maple Street (5:12pm May 19, 2011):

I think domestic violence is an important social issue and the more
exposure it gets the better.

Re: Wickedly Charming (6:45pm May 16, 2011):

I really enjoy when authors put their unique twist on traditional stories. I
read these kinds of age-appropriate books to my daughter all the time(the
3 little pigs from the wolf's point of view).

I also love books about books(Prince Charming owns a bookstore --
sounds like my kind of guy).

Re: A Family Affair (10:02am May 6, 2011):

To me, family is a group of people who are there for one another in good
times and bad. There doesn't need to be a biological relationship.

Re: Love Drunk Cowboy (11:34am May 5, 2011):

Not much -- I'm all for comfort so I'm more into flats than heels. My attire
of choice when I'm home is pj's.

The book sounds so good. I've got a thing for cowboys.

Re: Total Abandon (5:04pm April 30, 2011):

I think the explosion of the digital market is a good thing b/c it makes
books more affordable. Also, although digital books are more convenient
travel-wise especially for someone like myself who reads genres
depending on my mood, I still prefer paper.

I own TONS of books and dream of someday owning a home with
bookshelves in every room. A digital library is just not the same.

Re: My Favorite Countess (6:56pm April 28, 2011):

Actually, the doctor I like most is a woman. Jane Seymour as Dr Quinn,
Medicine Woman, one of my favorite TV shows. I loved William Hurt in
the movie, THE DOCTOR. Richard Gere was an arrogant workaholic doc
in NIGHTS IN RODANTHE. But is was a great movie and Richard Gere is
hot, even now.

Re: It Happened On Maple Street (7:30am April 19, 2011):

Domestic violence does not discriminate. Nobody ever really knows what
goes on behind closed doors. You think someone's life is seemingly
perfect and then...

I applaud you for sharing your story.

Re: A Marriage of Inconvenience (8:54pm April 17, 2011):

No, I am not a control freak but I need to be -- a liitle.

Re: Cowboy Fever (2:50pm April 13, 2011):

Your book sounds great. I always had a thing for cowboys.

My favorite hero is probably Sir Nicholas Stafford from Jude Deveraux's A
KNIGHT IN SHINING ARMOUR.

But, as other commenters said, I generally fall in love with the hero of the
book I'm currently reading.

Re: Deadly Ties (4:33pm April 11, 2011):

I am often torn between my husband and my family members as they
don't see eye-to-eye. Because hubby has no family in the states, I feel
that I am all he has.

Re: Rock Hard (10:26pm April 4, 2011):

I always enjoy READING about relationships like these. I've never been in
one and I'm not sure I'd want to be.

Really enjoyed the excerpt. A Styx concert at age 6? I don't remember
even listening to rock music at that age.

Re: Play Me (5:55pm March 29, 2011):

I agree that the love scenes between the romantic leads should be
consistent with their characters.

I don't like love scenes with a lot of profanity or crude descriptions. If I
wanted to read/watch porn...

Re: Hummingbird Lake (2:25pm March 22, 2011):

I really enjoyed your post and your excerpt.

In answer to your question, I'm ok with self-promotion and am willing to
pick up an author's book if he/she relies on this form of marketing. BUT, I
do have other criteria such as a book's premise, writing style, and cover.

If I am interested, I will sign up for the author's newsletter. I'm off to
subscribe to yours.

Re: An Unlikely Countess (2:10pm March 19, 2011):

I do love to read about glitz and glamour b/c it's fun to live vicariously thru
the characters.

I think I would prefer that the characters are outside of their comfort zone.
It's interesting to see how they manage to resolve the situation.

Re: Angel Sister (1:28pm March 18, 2011):

It is said that truth is stranger than fiction. I personally find that books
adapted from an author's real-life experiences to be more compelling.

Re: Tyler (9:56pm March 17, 2011):

I find it so interesting that you use your own family names in your books. It
adds a personal touch.

Also, it's perfectly natural to feel apprehensive about feelings of
withdrawal. I'm sure readers have the same feelings when their favorite
characters are gone(book ends or the character is written out). I imagine it
would be worse for authors seeing that they created the characters.

Re: So Close The Hand Of Death (12:56pm March 15, 2011):

I hope I never have to face this but I'd like to think i'd do whatever it
takes.

BTW, my hubby loves that song too and also kept hitting repeat. The lyrics
are beautiful and I love her voice. But you can get too much of a good
thing.

Re: It Happened One Bite (10:16am March 14, 2011):

I enjoy watching movies/tv shows about vampires and witches but it's a
new genre for me reading-wise. Your book sounds like a good place to
start.

Re: A Taste of Seduction (7:19am March 11, 2011):

I loved that you included some of your personal life in your post. I'm
always curious about authors' real lives.

Sounds like an interesting book and I like the cover.

Re: Seducing The Governess (8:15am March 8, 2011):

I've found that sometimes people snub fiction novels -- viewing it as
worthless fluff and a waste of time. But a couple of my favorite
contemporary authors focus on issues within their stories. I read about
bullying and school shootings in Jodie Picoult's NINETEEN MINUTES. I
read about the profession of event planning from Danielle Steel's THE
DATING GAME. Both books peaked my interest and I wanted to read
more on the subject.

Re: Staying At Daisy's (9:01am March 7, 2011):

It's so true that anything can happen in hotels and airports. And THE
HOLIDAY is one of my favorite rom-com's. I've never read any of your
books but this one sounds fun.

Re: Animal Magnetism (7:43am March 5, 2011):

Hmmm, I need to dress better when I go grocery shopping -- you never
know ;)

Re: Scandal of the Year (7:00am March 4, 2011):

There are only so many stories and themes one can write or make
movies/tv shows about. It seems everything has been done before. But if
a new "twist" is added, it seems new and innovative.

A good example of this "twist" is the movie THE JONSES. I had never
read or watched anything like this before and that's saying a lot.

Re: Against the Law (3:39pm March 1, 2011):

I am already a subscriber to your newsletter and would love to win these
books. In a way, it's good that some insecurity remains even after 25
years. It serves as a motivator instead of becoming complacent.

Re: His, Unexpectedly (11:01am February 25, 2011):

I'd have to say my favorite road trip movies are:
. THELMA & LOUISE
. AS GOOD AS IT GETS

There were different kinds of love depicted in these films and I felt that
there was growth in the characters.

As for personally, hubby and I embarked on our first road trip very soon
after marriage and have had many since then. They have all been
memorable experiences.

Re: Beneath The Night Tree (7:39am February 18, 2011):

My first "love" turned out to be first "infatuation" but it sure didn't feel like it
at the time. I was head over heels in love and it was traumatic to learn
that he was pining over an ex-girlfriend of mine. She wasn't interested but
seemed to enjoy the attention.

Re: RiverTime (10:14am February 16, 2011):

I read for escape, entertainment, and education. I enjoy a variety of
genres depending on my mood.

Your book sounds like a fun read. I wouldn't mind being stranded with...
Hmm--who do I choose? There are so many ;)

Re: Love Me If You Dare (12:22pm February 14, 2011):

Hubby was never much of a gift person. He shows his love through
gestures. He has converted me to the belief that every day is special.

Re: True Colors (12:44pm February 13, 2011):

I've been wanting to watch CASTLE and have heard good things about it.
I'm blanking on TV romantic relationships. But, movie-wise, I loved the
scene in AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN where Richard Gere carries
Debra Winger out of the factory.

Re: Dangerous Secrets (9:55am February 11, 2011):

I made a couple momentous decisions in my life:
. I married my hubby via an arranged marriage. We only spent a few
hours together before we were engaged. Although my ethnicity is Indian, I
was brought up in the USA. Hubby spent his his whole life in India and his
whole family is still there. We have become more alike than I ever
imagined. We have been married 15 years in October. I have moved more
in these 15 years(5 times) than I have in the years before. We still don't
know where we will end up settling down.

. I have lived practically my entire life in Wisconsin. I never thought I
would move out of the Midwest. But then 2 years ago, hubby and I moved
to Florida for a job opportunity hubby couldn't pass up. We haven't bought
a house b/c like I said, we never know where we will end up.

Hubby has also said he never imagined his life would turn out the way it
did.

.

. 2 years

Re: Society's Most Disreputable Gentleman (8:46am February 10, 2011):

Bad boys definitely have their appeal and are fun to dream, watch, and
read about. But a nice, reliable guy is more likely to stick around.

Re: The Mistress' House (8:37am February 10, 2011):

I have yet to read one of your books and this one sounds so good. You
are so right in that these days, nothing is left to the imagination.
Understated romance is so much more appealing. And I enjoyed the
excerpts.

Re: Deadly Ties (8:17am February 7, 2011):

This sounds like a thought-provoking read. We never know what goes on
behind closed doors. I once worked with someone who was abused and
am guilty of thinking the solution for her was simple. I know better now.

Re: These Things Hidden (8:09am February 7, 2011):

Being a good mother means not only giving love, care, and attention to
your children, but also to yourself. I don't think I can be the mother my
daughter deserves if I am feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and resentful.

My best memory of times with my mother is when we went shopping
together or just relaxed at home with a cup of chai and a movie/TV.

My best memory of times with my daughter was a recent one. We were
watching HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON. I was sitting on the couch
and she was lying down with her head in my lap.

Re: Everyone Loves A Hero (6:49am February 2, 2011):

I haven't had my moment yet but I'd like to think I would act instinctively
and honorably. Hubby had his moment back in 2003. We were out for an
evening walk when a dog started barking, growling, and lunging at us.
Although hubby is afraid of even the smallest dog, he protectively shielded
me with his body. Luckily, the dog's bark was worse than his bite.

Re: Burning Darkness (9:15am January 31, 2011):

Gratuitous violence or cruelty to anyone.

Re: Haunting Jasmine (10:14am January 30, 2011):

Your books sound fascinating. I would have loved to have a house like
that to explore. And I love bookstores/libraries and books about them. I'm
off to visit your site.

Re: Wild Man Creek (8:35am January 29, 2011):

Loved the excerpt. And the book covers are works of art.

Re: The Werewolf Upstairs (8:30am January 29, 2011):

I greatly value authors. Reading has been a hobby and source of
entertainment for me since I was very young.

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Re: At Hidden Falls (8:15am January 25, 2011):

I started reading at a very young age. I distinctly recall going off in a
corner to read whatever even when we were visiting friends. I have
always read a variety of medias and genres. And my favorite places are
libraries and bookstores too.

Your books sound so good and have beautiful covers.