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Danelle Harmon | The Imperfect Leading Man
February 19, 2014
The year is 1813, and you're a young bride whose gorgeous, wealthy, brave,
confident, and extremely successful privateer-captain husband is—thanks to
a flaw in his own character— about to make a fatal mistake in judgment. A mistake that will cost him the respect of those who depend on him . . . a
mistake that will cost lives . . . a mistake that will lead him into the very
depths of hell itself. Not exactly "hero material," is he? Or is he? As a writer, we're called to challenge ourselves, to present fresh new stories
and new takes on old tropes because if it isn't interesting for us, it's not
going to be interesting for the reader, either. I like to challenge myself, and
I never write the same hero twice. And heaven knows, none of my heroes are
"perfect." In fact, I've always found it fascinating to take a hero who is far
from perfect and make him not only understood, but sympathetic. Not only
sympathetic, but lovable. Not only lovable—but heroic. But just how far can one go? How flawed can a hero be, how far can an envelope
be pushed, both with character and with storyline, before you shove the whole
thing off a cliff? We all know the archetypal romance hero. He's a man who's strong, smart, sexy,
capable, easy-to-look-at, charismatic, and a born leader. He's Mr. Perfect in
our imperfect world, because yes, romance is, in some ways, "fantasy." But even
fantasy stands to gain much and take on a whole new dimension when a little
reality is introduced. How many of us are perfect? (And can you think of anything more boring?) LORD OF THE SEA —
my come-back book after a twelve-year hiatus from the writing
world—features a deeply flawed hero. He's no Mr. Perfect, even though he's
strong, smart, sexy, capable and of course, gorgeous. Very much so. But he was
also born with a learning disability (well . . . two of them, actually), and
because of that, he's had to struggle to prove himself his entire life. That
learning disability has deeply impacted who he is, how he thinks of himself, how
he wants others to think of him, and how he goes about making decisions. Captain
Connor Merrick is every woman's dream—but inside, he's hiding a secret
that he thinks will destroy him, and underneath his confidence and charisma is a
man who is desperate to prove himself to the world, to himself, and to his
legendary father in whose tall shadow he has grown up. When Connor makes a
decision that results in a fatal mistake, LORD OF THE SEA moves into territory
that is forbidden in a romance novel . . . territory that "pushes the envelope"
. . . territory that moves us from flawed hero to tortured hero, and has readers
reaching for a huge box of tissues. But don't worry. Connor, like all of my heroes, has a journey to undertake, and
I gave him a strong, wise, loving woman to walk the road of pain, challenge and
growth right along with him. Rhiannon will find the heart and soul of her
hero—a heart and soul as worthy of love as the most "perfect" of heroes,
and she alone will save him from himself. I hope you'll join the two of them,
and a cast of beloved characters from my previous titles, as the two fall deeply
in love . . . and Connor finds a way to accept himself, not as the man he thinks
he should be, but as the man that he actually is, because as he will
learn, what one person sees as a fatal flaw, may actually turn out to be a
lifesaving gift. In the end, love really does conquer all. ----------------- BUY LORD OF THE SEA: Amazon Kindle | B&N Nook | iTunes
| Smashwords Danelle Harmon loves to hear from her readers and can be reached at
[email protected], or through any of the following means: web site | Facebook | Twitter What do you think is a perfect hero? One commenter will win a signed pair of
paperbacks by Danelle Harmon: CAPTAIN OF MY HEART and LORD OF THE SEA.
Comments
43 comments posted.
Re: Danelle Harmon | The Imperfect Leading Man
haha So many variables. A sense of humor. Generosity. Fearlessness. Loyalty. And of course, he must be hotsy totsy!
(Lisa Hutson 2:12am February 19, 2014)
There is no perfect hero. The flaws make you appreciate the strengths better.
(Pam Howell 7:40am February 19, 2014)
Oh my... I can fall for just about any alpha... I love the
tortured hero with a good heart even when he doesn't realize
it. Thanks for the contest! Both of these books sound
really good!
(Linda Townsend 7:54am February 19, 2014)
i love the alpha men i dont think there is any man that dont
have a flaw in them we women have flaws so it is just a part
that we love about them but even though our hero have flaws
us women fall in love with them anyways
(Denise Smith 7:58am February 19, 2014)
There is one perfect man for every woman, so in a way all men
are the perfect hero. Everyone has flaws that, to a certain
person, MAKE them perfect. I personally love the nerdy guys.
I love intelligence. ;-)
(Karin Anderson 9:26am February 19, 2014)
Everyone has flaws but a true alpha man...well who could resist? Thanks for this great giveaway!!!
(Bonnie Capuano 9:30am February 19, 2014)
A perfect Hero is a man who does everything right. He knows how to keep a Woman happy. He's good with children and family. He can cook and clean. He's strong when he needs to be, yet can be gentle at the drop of a hat. He has a great sense of humor!! He's also "easy on the eyes." He loves to dance, and goes for walks on the beach. He likes to do things on impulse. I hope that's enough ideas!! I love your take with your latest book, however, because we all know that everyone has their flaws, and I would love to read about a man who has flaws, and how he overcomes them!! Thank you for coming out of hiatus, and congratulations on your latest book!! I hope it's the start of another stab at writing books!! The cover isn't too shabby, either!! Simple, yet makes a statement!!
(Peggy Roberson 10:28am February 19, 2014)
Looks like a good read
(Celeste Gelinas 11:05am February 19, 2014)
I enjoy characters that have flaws... it is something that gives them personality and makes them come alive in the book.
(Colleen Conklin 11:54am February 19, 2014)
No one is perfect. The flaws make the hero more interesting and appealing.
(Anna Speed 11:57am February 19, 2014)
Someone who is caring, protective and likes his parents.
(Leona Olson 12:36pm February 19, 2014)
Everyone has flaws, makes it more interesting to read about in a story, drawn to their weaknesses and their strengths.
(Jean Patton 12:43pm February 19, 2014)
Can't wait to give this a read.
(Tina Lechuga 1:29pm February 19, 2014)
Not sure there is a "perfect hero", I actually prefer the ones that have a few flaws. Makes them more interesting
(Julie Parrish 1:54pm February 19, 2014)
Not perfect, but helps to be sexy with bedroom eyes, great physique, a bit of a rogue but still a gentleman, sense of humor, and most of all, a great kisser and lover! ;)
(Sharon Fournier 2:12pm February 19, 2014)
A perfect hero doesn't know how brave he is. He goes into a bad situation only thinking of the other person and how that person needs to be rescued. A perfect hero is not self centered. He is a good person with a great, open, loving heart.
(Sandy Fielder 2:48pm February 19, 2014)
Looks like a great book. Love the alpha males. what a fantastic cover. Thanks for a chance to win.
(Linda Hall 2:55pm February 19, 2014)
The closest you can get to a perfect hero is someone who makes mistakes and truly learns from them. Who isn't afraid to take leaps of faith, not just leaps of courage. A perfect hero is as perfect as the ones who believe in him, or her.
(Dorcas Zaghawski 3:03pm February 19, 2014)
I wouldn't want a perfect hero because in the real world, no one is. A flaw
can make the story even more interesting, and a lot depends on the
author's ability to make something out of that flaw and create a admirable
hero. I am excited to find out how Connor fares.
(Maribelle De Guzman 3:22pm February 19, 2014)
Do you really believe love conquers all? I'd like to believe that but life is just so full of surprises. However, Alpha men are always the best type!
(Vennie Martinisi 3:34pm February 19, 2014)
Would love to read this!
(Denise Austin 4:55pm February 19, 2014)
No hero is perfect, but they can learn from their flaws and become a better person in the end.
(Marcy Shuler 6:08pm February 19, 2014)
I like alpha men. Can't wait to read. Thanks for the giveaway.
(Kathleen Beale 6:12pm February 19, 2014)
I can empathize with the imperfect hero and remember him long
after I've finished the book, which is so much better than
rolling my eyes at the Perfect Hero.
(Lauren May 6:21pm February 19, 2014)
the book sound like great read and then i would love to read and blog on it for you ilove the way the good looking guy can come back and then try to get the right women
(Desiree Reilly 6:41pm February 19, 2014)
A perfect hero isn't perfect, but he keeps
trying to be better and realizes that the love
of a good woman will help him tremendously!
(Laurie Gray 7:13pm February 19, 2014)
sounds like a really good read...thanks for the giveaway!!
(Barbara Studer 7:34pm February 19, 2014)
I really should at least learn to sail, I do so love stories with this theme!
(Elizabeth Krentz-Wee 8:03pm February 19, 2014)
I love a hero with flaws from his past and that he is able to overcome them with the right heroine.
(Kai Wong 8:53pm February 19, 2014)
The heroes I consider perfect actually have flaws but
overcome them.
(G. Bisbjerg 9:03pm February 19, 2014)
No one is perfect so a perfect hero can't exist. Of course
there are people who are perfect for each other - if they
are lucky enough to find each other their lives can be close
to perfect. ;-)
I love that you've included a hero with a learning
disability and that you show it can be overcome! Thanks,
Danielle!
(Glenda Martillotti 9:24pm February 19, 2014)
The perfect hero is kind (even if he hides it), honorable, confident, protective, smart, and has a sense of humor. Flaws are welcome!
(Janie McGaugh 9:38pm February 19, 2014)
What great covers! IT's refreshing to see some gorgeous guys on the covers
without swooning girls.
(MaryAnne Banks 9:57pm February 19, 2014)
WOW, Congrats on your 2 new books: LORD OF THE SEA and
CAPTAIN OF MY HEART. I love the book covers too! Yes, I agree
the only one Perfect is GOD. Both of your books sound
fantastic and I would love to win and read them in the New
Year 2014. Thank You very much. Cecilia CECE
(Cecilia Dunbar Hernandez 11:54pm February 19, 2014)
Hero's are alot of things. General the typical buff,
handsome and a smile to die for. But also a hero is made of
kindness, tender hearted and give up his life to protect
you. Danelle, that is what you make your hero's! And a sexy
cover to boot!
(Debbie McCreary 12:51pm February 20, 2014)
an alpha man with a heart--and a sense of humor
(Denise Holcomb 10:05am February 20, 2014)
Hi Danelle!
I think if a man is "perfect" he's not really a hero! What makes him a hero is going against all odds to do what's right and not necessarily what he's told to do or that society says is right! I think with all the unrest going on in the world today that we are more in tune to what a true hero is and it's someone who is prepared to do the right thing, not the easy thing, to protect those who can't protect themselves.
My hero is one that sacrifices what he may want to do but instead does what has to done in good times and bad.
ove really does conquer all
(Jeanne Miro 2:56pm February 20, 2014)
I've read many of your books and I think you've got the perfect hero down pat. I always love your hero's. Charles de Montforte is my favorite. Can't wait to read these books.
Keep Writing!!
(Sharon Extine 5:22pm February 20, 2014)
I don't think that anyone is perfect. Everyone makes mistakes
and has flaws, but if a person learns from their
mistakes/flaws and becomes a better person because of them
that's all anyone can ask for.
(Tina Rucci 10:19pm February 20, 2014)
I can't imagine any perfect hero. We all have flaws, even heroes.
(Carol Woodruff 7:41pm February 21, 2014)
The perfect hero puts me first.
(Mary Preston 10:53pm February 21, 2014)
A perfect hero is all about helping his lady grow into all
she can be...protecting and encouraging as letting her fly.
He's strong and is lets his lady help him grow too. Welcome
Back to the writer's world and thanks for the giveaway!
(Lenna Hendershott 3:47pm February 22, 2014)
I like to find my heroes have qualities that are less than
perfect. The flaws bring them down to earth and off the
pedestals.
(Alyson Widen 5:42pm February 25, 2014)
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