April's Affections and Intrigues: Love and Mystery Bloom

Betty Hamilton

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Re: Then Came You (1:50pm July 9, 2014):

I love the front cover and look forward to reading this book! Thanks for the opportunity to win a copy.

Re: How To Marry A Cowboy (7:53am July 2, 2014):

GOTTA LOVE THOSE COWBOYS!!

Re: Wicked Temptation (11:34am June 4, 2014):

I want to be independently wealthy!

Re: To Charm a Naughty Countess (4:32pm May 25, 2014):

I love you!

Re: My Not So Super Sweet Life (2:10pm April 28, 2014):

I am totally addicted to reading!! OPB and Kindle...I switch off.

Re: Unfixable (11:12am April 16, 2014):

I happy hero is a contented hero. He doesn't nee to work to get the woman!

Re: Desiring Lady Caro (8:48am April 10, 2014):

UI loved this and I'm sure I will love the book!! Thank you.

Re: How to Handle a Cowboy (3:39am April 5, 2014):

I LOVE series especially when each book can be read as a stand alone.

Re: Rising Assets (3:37am April 5, 2014):

Politics!! Ugh and everyone seems to have very strong feelings about their positions now.

Re: How Sweet The Sound (12:46pm March 9, 2014):

I live in South Florida and Spring is a time of the re-awakening of the big puffy summer clouds! The greens get greener and the flowering plants once again gain our attention!

Re: Sapphires Are an Earl's Best Friend (9:03pm March 6, 2014):

I love it when the secondary characters add so much to the stories that they get their own story!

Re: Must Love Dukes (12:01pm February 28, 2014):

My first job was as a waitress at a local luncheonette. My high school math teacher came in for lunch. When I went to serve him his sandwich... the plate stopped but the sandwich kept going.... right into his lap!

Re: The Chance (2:00am February 27, 2014):

I just love your books!! I just got my copy of The Chance and am anxious to get started on it!!

Re: The Cowboy's Mail Order Bride (3:11pm February 20, 2014):

I do love a hot cowboy and historicals are my favorites!!

Re: What The Groom Wants (1:04am February 9, 2014):

A personal favorite... against the wall!

Re: The MacGregor's Lady (12:55pm February 9, 2014):

I have loved all of your books. The first one that I read was The Soldier and I was hooked. How have you been able to write so many books in such a short period of time? (Keep them coming, please!!)

Re: Love in the Library (11:06am January 31, 2014):

I have always loved the Alphas!! I do however have a BIG soft spot for tortured heros...and IF, underneath it all he's Alpha...WOW!!

Re: Repossessed (7:11pm January 20, 2014):

I love match maker stories!

Re: Sadie's Secret (6:01pm January 17, 2014):

Sounds fascinating! I would love to win a copy!!

Re: More Than A Touch (6:00pm January 17, 2014):

This sounds like a book that I would love!!

Re: Between A Rake And A Hard Place (5:59pm January 17, 2014):

I love your books!! ...and I am looking forward to reading this one too!!

Re: One Rogue Too Many (5:57pm January 17, 2014):

I love the front cover!! ...and I look forward to reading this!

Re: What the Heart Wants (4:19pm January 5, 2014):

This sounds like an awesome reads!!

Re: The Groom's Gamble (4:18pm January 5, 2014):

Yes, LOVE conquers all!

Re: The Bad Boy Billionaire's Wicked Arrangement (7:02pm December 31, 2013):

I would like to meet a bad boy millionaire at the beach!!

Re: If Wishes Were Earls (7:00pm December 31, 2013):

This sounds like another fun read!
Best Wishes for a Happy New Year!!

Re: Freezer I'll Shoot (12:47pm December 28, 2013):

I will make a concerted effort to a more healthy lifestyle.

Re: Welcome Back To Apple Grove (12:41pm December 20, 2013):

I loved my mother's russian tea cookies!!

Re: Legend Of The Highland Dragon (7:49am December 6, 2013):

My mother was a secretary as was my mother-in-law.

Re: Three Timeless Loves (6:37pm November 29, 2013):

Regency England with long luxurious vacations in the Scottish Highlands.

Re: Upon a Winter's Night (2:50pm November 6, 2013):

Family..... getting to spend time with my extended family is absolutely the best.

Re: A Cowboy for Christmas (1:51pm November 4, 2013):

I grew up in a house full of kids (nine of us!). In order to keep some order Christmas morning, the older kids opened their presents Christmas Eve, so that they could help with the younger kids in the morning. I knew I had finally grown up when I was allowed to open my gifts Christmas Eve.

Re: A Midsummer Bride (1:00am October 31, 2013):

This sounds like a fun read and one that I would like! TY for the opportunity to win COPY!

Re: Long Shot (7:52pm October 1, 2013):

Oh, I do love a man in a kilt!!

Re: The Outlaw Knight (2:35am September 27, 2013):

This sounds like a great story and one that I would love to read.

Re: How To Entice An Enchantress (7:39am September 18, 2013):

I always enjoy your books and would love to win one!

Re: Shades Of Mercy (1:41am September 11, 2013):

What a wonderful basis for a story and one that I would love to read.

Re: When Mountains Move (1:36am September 11, 2013):

New starts are wonderful for the basis of stories. This one sounds great.

Re: Unforeseeable (11:24pm August 30, 2013):

This sounds like a very good book and one that I would love to read!

Re: The Highlander's Desire (11:23pm August 30, 2013):

Eloisa James has a whole series that are based on fairy tales and I have loved them all!

Re: The Mysterious Death Of Miss Jane Austen (9:16am August 29, 2013):

How wonderful it would be to win a copy!! It sounds like a great read!!

Re: What the Bride Wore (9:13am August 29, 2013):

I love the f/c! ..and am looking forward to reading this! TY for the opportunity to win a copy.

Re: A Rancher's Christmas (12:55pm August 27, 2013):

I can read Christmas romances any time of the year! I love them!!

Re: A Rancher's Christmas (2:13am August 27, 2013):

I love Christmas romances!

Re: Apocalyptic Moon (4:09pm August 23, 2013):

I love those shifter too!

Re: Cowboy Seeks Bride (2:49pm August 22, 2013):

What a wonderful idea for a reality show! I can't wait to read the book! TY for the opportunity to win a copy.

Re: Wicked Beat (2:48pm August 22, 2013):

I do love a bit of humor with the erotica! TY for the opportunity to win a copy!

Re: Surrender To Sultry (2:46pm August 22, 2013):

This sounds wonderful. I am looking forward to reading this book! TY for the opportunity to win a copy.

Re: Three Days on Mimosa Lane (8:14am August 18, 2013):

AS a young divorced mother of two life was sacrifice for a lot of years. As my two children grew and became more independent I was able to regain a personal life.

Re: Beneath the Dover Sky (8:09am August 18, 2013):

What a wonderful time period to learn about. I am looking forward to reading this book.

Re: The Amish Seamstress (8:06am August 18, 2013):

I think she will learn from both families and put that knowledge to good use.

Re: Three Days on Mimosa Lane (6:27pm August 16, 2013):

My parents were part of The Greatest Generation and as such they never thought of it as sacrifice. However, they very rarely spent money on themselves. They didn't go to the movies, or a show. They stayed home with their (nine) children and taught us what family was. It wasn't until I was much older that I realized the importance of their humble life style and dedication to the family. Sacrifice? They never thought of it as such.

Re: Three Days on Mimosa Lane (4:46am August 16, 2013):

My parents sacrificed everyday for me and my 8 siblings. My parents were part of The Greatest Generation as as such had lived through the Great Depression and WWII. The thought nothing do "doing without" in order to feed, house, and clothe their children. They were awesome people.

Re: Italian Affair (3:55am August 10, 2013):

This sounds like a book that I would really enjoy!

Re: Love On A Midsummer Night (3:10pm August 8, 2013):

Wow!! This sounds like a great read. I would LOVE to win a copy!!

Re: A Little Bit of Charm (3:06pm August 7, 2013):

When your heart is being pulled in two different directions... pause and consider all the facts and ramifications. Pray for guidance and answer will eventually come to you.

Re: Pattern for Romance (3:03pm August 7, 2013):

I have to give authors credit for all they go through to entertain us! Quite a process.... I am glad that I am a reader and not the author. Its so much fun on my side!

Re: What the Bride Wore (6:25pm August 5, 2013):

This sounds like a great series! I'm looking forward to it.

Re: A Father For Her Triplets (9:08am August 5, 2013):

My path right now is retirement. After many years of strict 'time management' I am learning to relax!

Re: Second Ride Cowboy (2:03am July 28, 2013):

I love to think that second chances are an option. However, it depends on the couple and how well they treated each other during the breakup.

Re: Reckless (1:30pm July 24, 2013):

Sounds great! I'm looking forward to reading it!

Re: Moonlight (1:29pm July 24, 2013):

The book sounds great!! Best wishes with it!!

Re: Rugged Hearts (1:20am July 24, 2013):

I had a boss who believed in me and encouraged me to "be all that you can (I could) be"! With his encouragement, I completed my 4 year degree (night school) and earned several good promotions at work.

Re: Kissing My Old Life Au Revoir (3:03pm July 22, 2013):

I am so very impressed. How wonderful for you and your hubby. I have never done something so life changing. However, my parents sold everything and moved to Florida (from Pa.) with 6 of their (then) 7 children after a 2 week vacation! They had one more child after moving (Mom was 48 and Dad 50 when the last was born). It was really life changing for all of us.
The bravest thing I did was enroll in Junior college at the age of 32. I was newly divorced, raising my 2 children, with a small house, yard, and a demanding job. Yet, I somehow managed to eventually earn several degrees including a BS in Business Administration!

Re: An Open Heart (11:22am July 21, 2013):

I have read many life after death books. Yours has an interesting twist to it. I think I would enjoy reading it.

Re: Rancher to the Rescue (1:41am July 17, 2013):

The one thing that shocked me was his lack of empathy toward others and his infidelity.

Re: Charm and Consequence (2:44pm July 15, 2013):

Growing up my brothers and their friends were all teasers! What one didn't think of the others did! It was constant teasing. I can't believe that I actually miss it now! ;o)

Re: Emeralds of the Alhambra (2:40pm July 15, 2013):

Your book sounds very interesting.

Re: Pieces Of The Heart (2:34am July 11, 2013):

Gorgeous front cover! Your book sounds like a good read!

Re: Winning a Bride (3:55pm July 5, 2013):

I do love novellas and look forward to reading a few of yours!!

Re: Breathe Again (3:54pm July 5, 2013):

My medical heroes go back to Dr. Kildare and Ben Casey. They were both so dedicated and always knew just what to do. I wouldn't change a thing!

Re: It Happened One Midnight (8:42am July 3, 2013):

Of course it will happen again... and again... and again!! AND, won't it be fun to read all about it!

Re: Prince of Secrets (7:29pm July 2, 2013):

My reading! I can't even leave the house without taking a book with me. AND... I krp right on buying more!

Re: Wish You Were Here (1:05pm June 29, 2013):

I remember my grandmother taking me by the hand to see a re-release of Gone With The Wind. I couldn't have been more than 6 or 7 years old. It was so awesome. Years later I bought a copy of the book, I must have been all of 11 by then. I took a flask light and read the book under my bed covers late at night. This was the start of my devotion reading.

Re: Wish You Were Here (7:53pm June 27, 2013):

I remember hiding under the sheet reading "Gone With The Wind" as a child of about 10. My Grandmother had taken me to see the movie and I wanted to read the book to see if it was the same.

Re: Just Beyond the Garden Gate (9:42am June 24, 2013):

My cousin and I had a date to meet male cousins at a local hang out. We showed up, but the male cousins were short one. We waited and when a friend of theirs showed up he was incorporated into the group to replace the missing male cousin. I ended up marrying him about 6 years later.

I was drawn to this blog by your name. I picked this name out 5 years before my daughter was born. Her name? ...Dawn Marie Hamilton! I would LOVE to read your book!

Re: The Look of Love (8:51am June 21, 2013):

I would love to meet the Sullivans!!

Re: One Night With A Rake (10:39pm June 20, 2013):

My kids and I had a cocker spaniel while they were young and 4 cats! I'm in a condo now and pets are not allowed. I'm glad that I have the memories of the pets.

Re: The Lady Mercy Danforthe Flirts With Scandal (10:36pm June 20, 2013):

Your book sounds great! I have added it to my "pick up" list! TY

Re: Rescuing Dawn (11:56pm June 18, 2013):

My friend, my daughter...and my son... will always have my back!

Re: Rescuing Dawn (2:44am June 18, 2013):

My friend, my daughter...will always have my back!

Re: One Day in Apple Grove (10:05pm June 13, 2013):

I haven't attended any, but I would love to!

Re: Billion Dollar Cowboy (10:04pm June 13, 2013):

She was definitely taken in by the sexy eyes!

Re: Summer at Mustang Ridge (8:49am June 11, 2013):

Our best family tradition is "The (family name) fudge". Its a recipe that my grandmother used and my 3 sisters and I continue the tradition. It is rich and creamy and definitely addicting! Did I mention that the best part is 'licking the spoon (or pan!).
Great giveaway and I loved the write-up! I am from a family with 9 siblings!

Re: It Had To Be You (1:41pm June 4, 2013):

Believe it or not...I like noise when I read. I think it comes from being raised with 8 siblings! The house was almost always noisy!!

Re: True (12:11pm June 2, 2013):

I also worked full time and went to school full time during the last year. I was also divorced with two teenagers and was 50 the year that I graduated! LOL and loved every minute of it!

Re: South Of Surrender (11:55am June 1, 2013):

Over coming physical impairments adds to the flavor of the book and the strength of the character. I enjoy books like this!

Re: Dead, White, And Blue (12:18pm May 30, 2013):

Relationships stay fresh when the participants work at them. I love to see they way that works in the books that I read.

Re: Long Simmering Spring (5:30pm May 29, 2013):

I love the cover!! How wonderful it would be to win!!

Re: A Highland Werewolf Wedding (5:54am May 9, 2013):

Ah...Highlanders!!! Ya gotta love those sexy men. I do love Highlander books!!

Re: Fearless Heart (10:40am May 5, 2013):

Many of the lessons that my parents learned in their youth... during the Depression and then WWII were shared with their (nine) children. It was all real to them and therefore real to us. I would love to win/read this book!

Re: Lord of the Mist (9:55am May 4, 2013):

I would love to time travel back to the early days of the USA. Somewhere around the 1800's would be nice, I think.

Re: A Wedding In Springtime (8:49am May 2, 2013):

Oh, the rugged highlander. If he's not available then the Regency Rogue. Definitely two of my favorite heroes.

Re: Heart Of Iron (8:46am May 2, 2013):

I love the alpha heros. ...strong, confident, protective of women and children. Of course strong, handsome and intelligent help too!

Re: Father By Choice (11:36am April 30, 2013):

I love the family atmosphere that pregnancy, babies, and children bring to the story line.

Re: Honorable Rancher (1:26pm April 27, 2013):

I loved the blog and just know that I would love the book!! There is partial deafness in my family so I know how losing even part of your hearing can change your life!

Re: The Last Telegram (2:15pm April 25, 2013):

How wonderful! I would love to read this!!

Re: Temporary Roomates (3:45pm April 22, 2013):

M very favorite is historical Scotland.... the Highlands to be specific.

Re: Thrill Ride (11:38am April 21, 2013):

Hot...very hot!! This is one book that I would love to read!! I am adding it to my TBR list!!

Re: A Man for All Seasons (3:25am April 19, 2013):

I definately believe in angels and I think that in times of great stress they helf us to over come great obsticles. They comfort us and help to guide us through difficult times.

Re: The Summer He Came Home (8:41am April 18, 2013):

Neil Diamond, Chubby Checker, The Supremes, Berti Higgins. Wow do I show my age? But this is the mucis that I took to the beach with me to relax and rewind.

Re: A Method to Madness (8:54am April 16, 2013):

I would love to read about Sam Flanagan! This sounds like a fun read!!

Re: Flirting Under A Full Moon (3:00pm April 11, 2013):

Wow sounds like a good read! I am looking forward to it!

Re: Bite Me, Your Grace (2:59pm April 11, 2013):

This sounds like a good read! I love finding 'new to me' authors. I have found many great reads that way!! Best Wishes!

Re: Last Chance Book Club (7:42pm April 7, 2013):

I read both. However, my real love is historicals.

Re: The Chieftain (12:54pm February 27, 2013):

I LOVE these books and hope that you continue on with this series!!

Re: The Bridegroom Wore Plaid (9:19am December 7, 2012):

I love your books and I sure I will love this one too. Historical romance is my favorite. Queen Victoria sure put her own special touch to this era!

Re: Lady Louisa's Christmas Knight (4:19pm October 26, 2012):

I love Christmas stories and you do a wonderful job with them!!

Re: The Bull Rider's Brother (9:23am August 12, 2012):

I do love a good cowboy romance!!

Re: Seducing Cinderella (9:21am August 12, 2012):

This sounds like a great read!! Thanks for the opportunity to win a copy.

Re: Married By Midnight (7:41am August 3, 2012):

When I find a new to me author that I really like, I go to their website and see what else they have to offer. If the book that I liked is part of a series, I will try to obtain the other books of that series. If the author has yet to finish the series, I keep up-dated and buy the books as they become available. So my answer would have to be, I do both. If the series is complete, I buy them all, if not... I (not so) patiently wait for them to be released.

Re: The Secret Mistress (11:53am July 31, 2012):

I adore your books. As a matter of fact...I am reading one now!! I wold love to win a copy of this one as I haven't read it yet!
I do prefer Alpha heros...however, tortured ones are the best. I like Beta heros also as I am totally hooked on historical romance.
TY for the great contest.

Re: Lord Of Fire And Ice (7:26pm July 5, 2012):

I have this on my TBR list. Thanks for the opportunity to win a copy!!

Re: The Taming Of A Scottish Princess (10:52am May 23, 2012):

I LOVE a tortured hero!! Definately my favorite.... however, I don't seem to NOT like any romantic hero.

Re: Somebody To Love (8:36am April 24, 2012):

I was born and raised in the Philly area. However, at the age of 19 and engaged to be married I move to South Florida with my family. WOW!! what a wonderful place to live. I did go back to PA to marry and we lived there until he graduated from college...then right back to sunny South Florida!! What a different life I have lived than the one I had planned.

Re: Woodrose Mountain (8:20am April 4, 2012):

Your book sounds awesome. I love reading stories of people over coming the odds. Books like that give me such an uplife and leave me with a feeling of hope for better tomorrows.

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Re: A Scandalous Countess (2:56am February 17, 2012):

Brenda Hiatt had me for the Regency era when she said..... I happen like my heroes a bit less . . . adorned. (And, okay, cleaner. Beau Brummell did us Regency afficionados a big favor when he popularized daily bathing!)How wonderful that much of the 'heaviness' of the Georgian era was left behind including the aromas! LOL... The Regency Era brought in the more modern thinking also giving way to heroines with more interesting characterizations. I choose Regency.

Re: Sins Of The Highlander (8:05am January 12, 2012):

Is this the first time you have co-authored with Connie Mason? Was it weasier or harder than writing on your own?

Re: Embrace The Highland Warrior (8:08am November 1, 2011):

I grew up in an old 3 story Victorian house. It was about 100 years old when my family and I lived there....and still setteling....floorboards creaked....pipes rattled. Therefore "things that go bump in the night" just remind me of my childhood and give me a warm comfortable feeling.