4/07/2014

Once Upon a Time there was a Stolen Kiss From a Prince...










When royal duty calls…

Charged with the care of the newly orphaned heir to the Kardana throne, nanny Katrina Vicente finds herself faced with an even more formidable task—working alongside the boy's uncle, the devastatingly handsome Prince Julian, the prince regent. 
Desperate to keep the secrets of her past under lock and key, getting involved with a prince is the last thing Katrina needs, particularly with the world watching. But it's hard to ignore their instant chemistry—especially after one stolen kiss! Could her royal assignment be about to transform into the most magical of fairy tales?


An excerpt from A Stolen Kiss from A Prince:

“Shall we go?” She moved forward, swaying slightly.
He ground his teeth, half tempted to send her back to bed. More than tempted to join her there. He dismissed the inappropriate thought, disgusted with his libido for rising up when his full attention should be on his brother’s family.
Samson’s needs came first.
“Where are your shoes?” he demanded, focusing on the practical.
She stopped and frowned, as if it took an effort to think. He was reminded she, too, had taken a knock to the head.
“I’ll fetch them.” The maid disappeared into the bedroom and returned a moment later with a pair of fuzzy slippers. Katrina slipped them on; her pink-tipped toes peeked through the end.

A fine example of Pasadonia real estate.

She rubbed her forehead. “Would you prefer I take the time to dress?”
Yes. There was something entirely too intimate about her in nightgown and robe.
    “No.” Again he thought of Samson, saw tear trails on pale cheeks. “Let’s go.”
He followed her from the room.
“Mademoiselle—” Damn. What was her name? He quickly closed the distance between them. “I wish to make myself clear. Your assistance with Samson is appreciated. That does not mean I will abide interference with my decisions regarding his care.”
“Of course,” she responded as she pressed the button to call the elevator.
“Are you mocking me?” he challenged, crowding her.
She blinked those big violet eyes at him as she shrank back, making him feel as if he’d chastised an innocent.
“No,” she said, and entered the elevator. She moved into the corner, her toes curling into her slippers. She pulled the edges of her robe together and tightened the sash. “I know you want what is best for him.” A wan smile lifted the corner of her mouth. “Otherwise I would not be here right now.”
He searched her features for any hint of guile but saw only the ashen evidence of her exhaustion. She looked so fragile he thought of sending her back to her bed. Only the thought of Samson’s suffering kept him resolute.
“Excellent.” The elevator doors opened and he waved her forward. “As long as you understand.”

Teresa Carpenter is the author of thirteen romance novels for Harlequin Books, and a novella for Boroughs Publishing Group. Her books have rated Top Picks by Romantic Times and have been nominated for Best Romance of the Year by a couple of review sites. Teresa lives in Southern California surrounded by her large family. If she's not at a family event, you'll usually find her at home reading or writing her next grand romance.


Interview with the Nanny and the Prince.


Jillian: Katrina, can you tell GLIAS readers how you landed the royal nanny gig?
Katrina: Well, let us just say there are perks to being the Prince’s god daughter. I practically grew up in the palace. When I was young, I always dreamed of working in the palace nursery. I thought it was the happiest place in the world. I may have out grown the notion, except when my world fell apart, it was the safest place I could think of.
        
Jillian: Prince Julian, let’s play first impressions. What were yours about Katrina?
Prince Julian: The first time I saw her I thought she was a child. She slept curled up in a daybed in the Pasadonia palace nursery. A few minutes later she was in my face challenging me. My impression changed quickly. No child this. She was fiery in her defense of my nephew. A luscious armful of woman, daring, brave, and a bothersome complication.  

Katrina look alike.
Jillian: And Katrina, what did you think about Prince Julian?
 Katrina: He struck me as cold and stoic, and less than sympathetic for the young child thrust into his care. Not that I would have challenged him if I had known who he was. Mortified would describe that moment. You simply did not threaten to have a Prince’s head without severe consequences. I suppose he considered a conk on the head punishment enough.

Jillian: Prince Julian, I can’t imagine that it’s easy to romance a young woman with the world watching...or is it?
Prince Julian: The world is always watching. But as a Prince I have social duties. I choose to escort a variety of appropriate companions, but never one more than the others. Best if no one, including the press, gets the wrong impression. When I met Katrina, I knew there would be no romancing. As my closest friend’s god daughter and an employee albeit a guest of the crown, Katrina was firmly off limits.  

Jillian: Katrina, did you steal that first kiss, or did he?
Katrina: Oh my. Well, I remember falling asleep on the couch with Sammy in my arms. The next thing I knew I woke up surrounded by a warm body and strong arms. I get overheated just thinking about his mouth on mine. His fingers threaded through my hair, my hand on his cheek. The kiss going deeper… Oh my. What was the question again?

 Mega sexy inspiration for Julian
Jillian: I have to say this all sounds pretty magical, was it?
Katrina: Magical? Hmm, yes, that describes it perfectly. Not quite a fairy tale, Julian is too analytical to be prince charming material. And I would have it no other way.
Julian: I am a royal prince. I believe in numbers and strategic planning. I make decisions that affect world economics. Magic has no place in my life. Except when it comes to Katrina, holding her in my arms is truly magical.

Ha ha! Teresa has two questions. One for me and one for readers!

I’m a big Jillian Stone fan, when can we expect to see a new book? LOL! Thanks for asking. Let's see...I have two finished erotic romance manuscripts over at Ellora's Cave waiting for editor's notes. It's hard to say when they will get a release date.  I'm currently writing a new spin off to the Gentlemen of Scotland Yard series, titled CODENAME: DRAGON, which will publish in Fall, 2014. And for fans of the Phaeton Black series, there will be a new release in 2015. 

And for the readers: Who is your favorite movie/tv prince/king hero?
Mine is Clive Owen as King Arthur. Brave, loyal, and yummy.

Teresa is giving away a copy of The Making of a Princess. It’s the third book in her Princess Camp series and has characters that appear in Stolen Kiss From a Prince. Please remember to leave contact information along with your comment to qualify for the raffle. Good luck! 

For more on Teresa and her novels, contact her here:  Facebook   Amazon

***Note: Offer void where prohibited. Prizes will be mailed to North America  addresses only. If an Advanced Reading Copy (ARC) is available, the author may utilize that option for International participants. Odds of winning vary due to the number of entrants.

29 comments:

  1. Clive does do a great King Arthur. Henry Cavill was stunning as Melot (I think Melot was a knight) in Tristan & Isolde and also excellent as Charles Brandon Duke of Suffolk in the Tudors. But then, you know me, I like those bad boys––who are complicated characters and major fun to write. ;)

    Great to have you back with us today, Teresa!

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  2. Welcome back to GLIAS, Teresa.
    I always love Prince books !!
    ~Angi

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  3. Thanks Jill and Angi for hosting me n GLIAS! Always fun to be here. I must agree Henry Cavill is a pleasure to watch in whatever he's in. What a blast it was to create my own royal families.

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  4. I'm excited to do a give away for your readers, but I have to make a correction in the information. THE MAKING OF A PRINCESS is the third book in my Princess Camp series. STOLEN KISS FROM A PRINCE is a stand alone book with continuing characters from THE MAKING OF A PRINCESS. Be sure to comment for a chance to win.

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  5. Exhale. I corrected Teresa's giveaway offer. For those readers who are entering the giveaway,she is offering a copy of THE MAKING OF A PRINCESS. Please forgive the confusion. This is entirely my mistake. :) Jillian

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  6. Fun interview with Katrina and Julian! Love your inspiration, Teresa.

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    1. Samantha, thanks for stopping by. You're talking about Dr. McSteamy? I had to look up his name, it's Mark Sloan. Yep, no hardship envisioning him as Julian. Sometimes it's a joy going to work.

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  7. Love the interview, excerpt and cover! This looks like a must-read story for me!

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    1. Cassi, thanks for the love. Love my cover, but can't compare with your sexy covers!

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  8. Nice interview; don't have a fav

    bn100candg at hotmail dot com

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    1. Keeping your options open bn100. Your my kind of reader. Thanks for the support.

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  9. Congrats on the new release! That heroine is beautiful. I always love Arthur and Lancelot from Camelot, though they're not HEA heroes.

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    1. I'm a sucker for a redheaded heroine. Lancelot and Arthur are hard to beat. Thanks for sharing.

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  10. I love the interview. They sound like a couple I want to read about.

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    1. Jillian made it easy. Enjoy STOLEN KISS FROM A PRINCE.
      Thanks for the support.

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  11. I'm excited about your new book Teresa, ive been looking for more books on tapes from you? Do you have any new books on tape out? Also would love to see the Sullivan Brothers on the big screen!! Tope two hero's Kevin Costner and Brad Pitt!! (am I dating myself?).

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    1. Ok, I have to confess this is my sister. She thinks all my books would make great Hallmark movies. I agree, but yeah. But we're no longer the only ones. I had a review for SKFAP suggesting a HM movie, too. Maybe I should start a petition. Love you Chris. Thanks for stopping by.

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  12. Theresa, welcome to Get Lost in a Story. Great interview, Jillian! oh favorite prince movie. Can I change it a bit and say Princess Bride, and a Camelot film I saw in the late 70s. to this day I was in awe of that actor who played Lancelot!

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    1. Donnell, I'm thrilled to be here. Oh, the Dread Pirate Roberts is welcome on in our poll. A young Cary Elwes, nice. And it seems Lancelot is a front runner. Cheers.

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  13. Kudos to my brother Mike who tried to make it on here to leave a comment but I gave him a pass since he has no profile to leave a comment with. Thanks for trying Mike. I love you lots.

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  14. Great job Teresa as always. You know how to capture a reader quick. This book sounds fun and sexy, can't wait to read it. I can imagine several movie hunks that would work in the role of Julian!

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  15. I loved the characters' interview and the book sounds great, Teresa!

    I've always had a soft spot for Yul Brynner from The King and I movie.

    Marcy Shuler
    bmndshuler(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  16. Great character interview Teresa! :)

    Congratulations ont he new release!

    Lisa :)

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  17. I love Clive Owen in King Arthur!!! Congrats on the new release!

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  18. Very sexy guy, Teresa. Well done. :D
    Sally O

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  19. Hey Teresa,
    Great group blog. I especially like the top picture of a gal reading on the beach. In the next (imagined) scene, one of your pictured hunks applies sunscreen, LOL. but she kept on reading because it was one of your stories.

    Bob

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  20. I love Clive Owen as King Arthur too
    yenastone at aol dot com

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  21. Teresa, congratulations--again!! The chemistry between Katrina and Prince Julian sizzles just in your setup. Look forward to reading Stolen Kiss.

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  22. Congratulations Tammy! You won a copy of The Making of a Princess. Teresa will be contacting you shortly. :) Jillian

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