It was interesting to put my characters in a difficult situation and see how they reacted. Katherine struggled, but as usual the hero saved the day. That’s all I’ll say about it, but I wouldn’t have guessed that writing a bad guy could be so much fun.
I have a hard time choosing between the two. LOL! The mild mannered, almost non-existent types of bad guys really don’t work for me most times. It takes a special twist to show just how hideous they are to make the persona work.
I’m curious, what makes a good villain for you? Read any really good bad guys that stuck with you? One commenter will win a copy of Love Revealed in your choice of format. Just include your email address so I can contact you.
Love Revealed
by Sorcha Mowbray
Blurb:
Lady Katherine Drummond plays by society’s rules, even after the Ton turns on her. Shunned by her peers, she keeps up appearances by day but allows her true self out in the privacy of The Market. There, in the arms of one man, she comes alive. So much so, she signs a contract to be his for six months. Despite never having seen his face and knowing him only as Sir, she fears losing her heart to the man who breaks through her defenses.
Lord Raymond Tarkenton, the Earl of Heathington, despises being one of the most sought after bachelors of the Ton. He could never ask a woman of his circle to submit to his sexual needs, and a mistress would never be an option. For now, one masked woman at The Market holds his undivided attention. When he realizes that his masked lover and Lady Katherine Drummond are one and the same, he must find a way to convince her that they are bound together by more than the straps at her wrists and the contract they signed. He must reveal himself and his love to her. But will she accept him for more than a sexual escape.
~Excerpt~
Lord Raymond Tarkenton, the Earl of Heathington, despises being one of the most sought after bachelors of the Ton. He could never ask a woman of his circle to submit to his sexual needs, and a mistress would never be an option. For now, one masked woman at The Market holds his undivided attention. When he realizes that his masked lover and Lady Katherine Drummond are one and the same, he must find a way to convince her that they are bound together by more than the straps at her wrists and the contract they signed. He must reveal himself and his love to her. But will she accept him for more than a sexual escape.
~Excerpt~
“Why is it you were compelled to make me wait when you were aware I was here and ready? This is not how we should start this arrangement.”
“I was delayed.” She met his gaze, hers teamed with desire, hope, defiance, and perhaps even a tinge of fear. Mostly promising reactions, the defiance would need to be addressed.
“You will of course be punished.” He paused. “When I am ready.”
“Yes, Sir.” Her eyes lit up with his pronouncement.
“Not when you are, and it is clear you are.” Yes, Kat was the exact woman he needed in his bed. She fit him, was a perfect foil for him, for his base compulsion. No. He must be caught up in the moment. She was no more than a desirable woman.
He sat next to her on the bed and caressed the outer edge of one breast. “It was good of you to tell me the truth, Kat. You must always tell me the truth, just as I will always tell you the truth. Do you understand?”
“I will always be honest with you, Sir.” Surprise flitted across her features as the truth of her vow rang through her words and warmed him.
“Do you trust me, Kat?” Curiosity got the better of him.
She hesitated, her thoughts whirling like crazy behind her beautiful eyes. “No.” She finally responded and dropped her gaze. He stopped caressing her soft flesh.
Trepidation reared its head before logic squashed the anomaly. His pulse thrummed through his veins. “And yet you let me restrain you. Perhaps you trust me more than you think?”
She glanced up at him. “Maybe a little.”
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4 comments:
Believable motivation is the big one for me. I don't like villains who are bad just for the sake of being bad. They need a good reason to be nasty.
I also like a villain that can do one of three things: make me laugh, scare me, or turn me on. If they can do all three, it's the nefarious motherload.
Freddy makes me laugh, and terrifies me. He's as close to being the perfect villain for me as possible.
Thanks for joining us, Sorcha!
I must confess, I've always had a bit of a crush on Billy Zane, even when he is playing the bad guy.
Thanks for being here, Sorcha!
I'm a sucker for a good villain!
Taymalin - I so agree. Freddie scares me to death and then he says some wickedly witty thing that makes me laugh even as I am shaking in my slippers. :D
Jennifer - thanks for having me! And I totally agree about Billy Zane. Yummeh!
JB - I totally am too. :)
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