Guest Blogger Cara Bristol – Older woman, younger man…hot or not?
I am so happy to welcome Cara Bristol today. Cara, Thanks for being here. She is talking about a hot new genre in romance and her new book – Reckless in Moonlight.
Older woman/younger man pairings used to raise both eyebrows and whispers, but these days the reaction is more likely to be “HOT.” What is it about the cougar relationship that makes it so? Is it the idea of a woman having sex with a buff, young stud? Well, yeah! But it’s more than that.
For many women, reaching a mature age presents an opportunity to explore their sexuality in ways they haven’t done before. In raising families, being devoted wives and mothers, holding down jobs, women have put their own needs on the back burner. But now that they’ve found themselves suddenly single due to divorce (or death), they’re ready to fly in search of adventure.
Except that their contemporaries – men their own age – have become grounded, settled, stuck in a rut. They may have certain expectations of how a woman in her 40s or 50s should act. But young men…ah, they present a fresh, even daring outlook. They brim with energy and youthful vigor in a way that is contagious. Just being around them makes a woman feel younger, more active, and more attractive.
And, from a purely practical side, if a mature single woman wants to date – she may have to date younger. Given the propensity for mature men to date much younger women, the pool of available men a woman’s own age shrinks as she gets ages.
But rather than treating a woman’s age as a negative, to young men, it’s a position. They view her as sexually experienced and adventurous. And chances are, she is – much more so than women their age. And, she’s not looking to get married right away and make babies.
In Reckless in Moonlight, Dana Markus is devastated when her husband of twenty-three years (who was very vanilla sexually) leaves her for a much younger woman. When she contemplates what would happen if she took a young lover, she jokes to herself that she’ll be able to show him a thing or two. And then on impulse – under the sway of the full moon – she gets involved with Lon Corbin, a medical resident seventeen years her junior. This is her chance to fly.
What do you think? Are cougar relationships hot? Or not? Why?
Reckless in Moonlight Blurb
Forty-five-year-old Dana Markus knows a full moon makes people act crazy. It’s why they call the power company with stories about aliens disrupting the earth’s climate. It probably explains why her ex-husband left her for a girl scarcely older than their college-age daughter. It definitely accounts for why she impulsively invited the neighbor’s hunk of a son over for a skinny-dip. And why 28-year-old Lon Corbin accepted.
Lon doesn’t think much of the mass of rock orbiting the earth, but he does think he’s the luckiest man alive when the sexy divorcee he’s admired from afar invites him into her pool. He knows she has reservations about their age difference, but he’s planning to show her in a very physical way how good they could be together if she’ll give him the chance.
But when their simmering private passion boils over into a public relationship, family pressures and schemes threaten to split the couple apart.
The moon brought them together – but will it save them?
Reckless in Moonlight Excerpt
Back and forth, back and forth, Lon Corbin ran the sea sponge over the hood of his car. If it seemed odd that someone would wash his vehicle at night, well, the moon was full, and no one knew better than Dana Markus that moonlight compelled people to do strange things. Why else was she ogling the neighbors’ twenty-something son like he was a strawberry dipped in Godiva chocolate?
And Lon offered so much to enjoy. A tiny moan of appreciation escaped her lips. From the top of his head, covered by thick amber hair, to his bare tippy toes, his majestic, youthful body inspired her to stand and salute. Strong, broad shoulders and a smooth chest decorated by lickable flat nipples tapered to slim hips and powerful thighs that were hugged by faded blue jeans. His legs weren’t the only impressive body parts the fabric molded; the heavy denim cupped a massive bulge further showcased by the wetness of the fabric.
He’d soaked himself clean through with the hose. Water droplets sluiced down his arms, his chest, his flat abdomen…and led the way to his thick sex.
Lon dipped the sponge into the bucket again, then swirled it over the hood, round and round, making circles to ensure he got every spot. Every one. Dana admired a conscientious man who paid attention to detail, who took pride in a job well done.
He dipped again. Oops. He splashed himself with the soapy water. Dana licked her lips as her gaze followed the bubbles’ journey over his chest and down his ripped abdomen, where they soaked into the waistband of his low-slung jeans.
Oh, to be those bubbles!
Another moan, louder this time, erupted from her throat and drew Lon’s attention. Their eyes met across their adjacent driveways, and he flashed an all-American, 100 percent sexy grin.
“Hot, isn’t it?” His low voice vibrated like distant thunder, and Dana knew he wasn’t talking about the air temperature but rather the sexual tension that snapped and sizzled like a lightning strike between them. She almost could smell the ozone.
“Scorching,” she agreed. “Can I give you a hand with that?” She eyed the dripping sponge he held in his large hands.
“I was hoping you’d ask,” he said, with a grin. His ready acceptance of assistance lit a fire in her stomach. For months she’d watched Lon from afar, never exchanging more than a polite hello, never imagining she’d have a chance at anything more than a greeting. Dana glided across the driveway, tugged by the seductive promise of Lon’s gaze as if she were tethered to him, and he was reeling her in. Every step heightened her arousal. Her breasts felt heavy, her nipples tightened, and between her cream-slickened thighs, her swollen cunt pulsed hungrily.
Standing next to him, she could smell the detergent in the bucket and a manly, soapy scent that emanated from him, along with the even sexier aroma of clean sweat.
“Do you have another sponge?” she asked as she scanned the dark street for activity. No traffic. No late-night dog walkers. Perfect.
“You don’t need one.” Lon tossed his into the pail and propped his sexy ass against the car’s fender.
“No?” She ran a finger over his chest and circled the nipple. It perked under her touch. A sharp current of desire zinged through her clit. “What do I need?”
“You need cock,” Lon said and unzipped his pants.
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Author Interview with Lisa Kumar
Okay gang, I am super excited to have my good friend and critque partner here with me today. I love this lady so much.
Lisa, thanks for joining me. Congratulations on your upcoming release, Bound by the Mist!
Can you tell us about the story?
L: Thanks for having me on your blog, Casea! Bound by the Mist is my first full-length novel and is a fantasy romance. It weighs in around 97,000 words and was the first story I wrote. As such, it’s undergone extensive edits and revisions. I feared I’d never be done with those!
C: I know you’ve worked hard on this story and as a reader I enjoyed it so much.
L: Thanks! The basic storyline is this: When a human woman finds herself in a foreign dimension, she must struggle to discover the truth of her arrival, all the while falling in love with the Elvin prince who conspires to bind her to him.
Our heroine is played by Cal Warner, a down-to-earth college student who has a few secrets buried in her past. Of course, there has to be a handsome hero. That role is fulfilled by Relian, a somewhat reserved but supremely hot Elvin prince.
C: Looking back over all of the intimate moments you’ve created between characters, which scene would you most like to experience for yourself? What makes it so alluring?
L: There’s a waterfall scene that I love. This is where they experience a truly life-changing kiss that shows all the possible paths of their life.
C: Who doesn’t love a life-changing kiss? That’s what romance is all about, right? Which sub-genres of romance do you write in and why?
L: Fantasy romance because I love books that take me to foreign worlds and other dimensions.
C: What are you currently working on?
L: I’m working out a rough storyline for Maggie’s book. She is Cal’s friend from Bound by the Mist. Knowing Maggie, she’ll take everyone for a ride, as she’s quite the character.
C: You know I’m anxiously awaiting that story which I think will be a slam-dunk! I loved Maggie from the first book and in some scenes she really steals the show. Cal and Relian are sweet and romantic, but Maggie is a firecracker. I can’t wait to see what you have in store for her.
L:I’m so glad you loved Maggie. I wanted her and Cal to each be very different people–both lovable but in completely different ways. I think I succeeded.
Lol, it was a struggle to rein in Maggie at times. She is a scene stealer, with her sense of humor and fiery personality. And I hope her story will be as memorable as Relian and Cal’s. In some ways, I think it will be more so.
Do you have any writing quirks?
L: If I become truly stuck and the words won’t flow, I try writing in a notebook. Just the feel of a pen in my hand seems to break through that rut.
C: What gets you into the mood to write?
L: Music often lights a fire under me when nothing else will.
C: Any words of advice to aspiring authors?
L: Don’t give up, but do keep honing your craft.
C: And finally, is there anything you would like to share?
L: Yes, I’ll share the blurb from Bound by the Mist.
A magic that’s fading
Relian has lived a life that hasn’t changed in millennia, and he likes it that way. As Prince of the Erian people, he has his conscripted duties. And a human, even one as desirable as Cal, does not fit into them. But as the enemy darkindred knock on the borders and the magic of his people fades, he might just have to find room.
A love that’s binding
College Student Cal Weston spends a good portion of her time trying to keep people from thinking she’s crazy, including herself. And with good reason. But her carefully constructed reality is turned upside down when she discovers that Relian, the seductive Elvin prince who has been starring in her sensuous fantasies, isn’t merely a myth and his magical kingdom really exists. Now she’s bound to an elf and stuck in a land where no one, least of all Relian, is willing to spill any answers about the truth of her arrival.
Two people, two worlds meet in the mist
Even as love grows between them, can they lay aside their differences to embrace a life together?
Well, thanks for interviewing me, Casea!
You are welcome anytime!
Lisa can be found at the following spots: Blog, Facebook, Facebook Fan Page, Twitter, Amazon Author Page
Her published titles include: Captive (short fantasy romance); Through the Rabbit Hole (fantasy romance novella); Fey Marked (short fantasy romance); Santa for Christmas (short fantasy romance) All titles can be found at Amazon and B&N.
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And Don’t Forget Night With A Dom is coming this summer!
The following excerpt is rated R. Please keep in mind that the book does contain adult themes and language, and is not suitable for minors. Thank you.
Blurb
On New Year’s Eve workaholic Melody Manning is informed by her ex he’s getting married. Devastated by the news, she blames the slave-driver tactics of her former boss for her break up.
To release the heartbreak and provide herself with some much needed stress relief, she enlists the help of an exclusive matching agency specializing in one-night stands.
At the Castillo Resort and Winery in Sonoma Valley, Mel meets the mysterious Dom who has agreed to the last minute rendezvous. The sexy masked Master promises to get to the bottom of Mel’s guilt and provide ultimate satisfaction under the safety of his stern hand.
After an emotional night of submission and uninhibited passion, will her lover’s unmasking lead to the end of their encounter or give Mel another chance at love?
And for a Pre-edit Excerpt of my new 1NS story coming this summer from Decadent
Excerpt Night With A Dom
She set her toiletries on the bathroom counter and brushed through her hair. Examining herself in the mirror, she eyed her body critically. Hope he likes busty brunettes with blue eyes. She turned around to look at her derrière. Craning her head back over her shoulder, she lifted her skirt. Only one or two noticeable cellulite dimples. The lace of the thong rubbed her tailbone. An image of a large hand smacking her bare ass made her gasp and clench her legs together.
Was she really ready for a spanking? Her eyes fluttered closed. She’d always found the idea of a spanking erotic and had actually tried it once with Jason. But it just hadn’t been in him to slap her hard enough. He was too sweet and hated the thought of hurting her. The whole experience had left her disappointed, wanting more.
She shivered. But this Dominic, she felt pretty certain, would have no trouble hitting hard enough. At least if she completely embarrassed herself she’d never have to see him again. And thank the gods I don’t know him. But tonight she’d get to know him, wouldn’t she? Intimately.
Erotic thoughts swam in her mind. She pictured him as slightly older but fit. Strong and forceful. Her cheeks heated again at the thought of the special request she’d made. Her sex twitched. Madame Eve said he had no issues with her requests, although Mel couldn’t imagine a Dominate man would have any inhibitions when it came to sex. She reapplied her lipstick and headed to Room 1467 down the hall.
She reached the door and stopped short. Her palms became sweaty, her mouth went dry, and her sphincter clenched so tight she feared it might chew through her new underwear. Her hand trembled as she knocked.
“Enter.” A deep voice rumbled.
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One Knight in Brooklyn is the 42nd story in the ever popular multi-author series based around Madame Eve’s high-end match making service, 1-Night Stand. With Madame Eve anything is possible. Especially when the date begins in one of the Castillo Hotels and Resorts located around the world.
Blurb One Knight in Brooklyn
After signing up for a one-night stand through an exclusive matching agency, hopeless romantic Marianne Caldwell is swept away to a medieval land where she hopes to spend the night with a worthy man of honor.
Unsure of how she got from the Castillo Hotel in Las Vegas to a castle in the English countryside, Mare finds Robert, whose stunning physique and winning smile immediately convince her he’s the Robin Hood she’s been seeking. But despite his efforts in saving her from a corrupt sheriff, his Jersey Shore accent and coarse ways unravel her romantic visions.
With her fairytale fantasies coming unhinged, Mare must decide if Robert is just a crass car salesman from Brooklyn or the chivalrous knight she’s looking for.
The following excerpt is rated R. Please keep in mind that the book does contain adult themes and language, and is not suitable for minors. Thank you.
Blurb
On New Year’s Eve workaholic Melody Manning is informed by her ex he’s getting married. Devastated by the news, she blames the slave-driver tactics of her former boss for her break up.
To release the heartbreak and provide herself with some much needed stress relief, she enlists the help of an exclusive matching agency specializing in one-night stands.
At the Castillo Resort and Winery in Sonoma Valley, Mel meets the mysterious Dom who has agreed to the last minute rendezvous. The sexy masked Master promises to get to the bottom of Mel’s guilt and provide ultimate satisfaction under the safety of his stern hand.
After an emotional night of submission and uninhibited passion, will her lover’s unmasking lead to the end of their encounter or give Mel another chance at love?
And for a Pre-edit Excerpt of my new 1NS story coming this summer from Decadent
Excerpt Night With A Dom
She set her toiletries on the bathroom counter and brushed through her hair. Examining herself in the mirror, she eyed her body critically. Hope he likes busty brunettes with blue eyes. She turned around to look at her derrière. Craning her head back over her shoulder, she lifted her skirt. Only one or two noticeable cellulite dimples. The lace of the thong rubbed her tailbone. An image of a large hand smacking her bare ass made her gasp and clench her legs together.
Was she really ready for a spanking? Her eyes fluttered closed. She’d always found the idea of a spanking erotic and had actually tried it once with Jason. But it just hadn’t been in him to slap her hard enough. He was too sweet and hated the thought of hurting her. The whole experience had left her disappointed, wanting more.
She shivered. But this Dominic, she felt pretty certain, would have no trouble hitting hard enough. At least if she completely embarrassed herself she’d never have to see him again. And thank the gods I don’t know him. But tonight she’d get to know him, wouldn’t she? Intimately.
Erotic thoughts swam in her mind. She pictured him as slightly older but fit. Strong and forceful. Her cheeks heated again at the thought of the special request she’d made. Her sex twitched. Madame Eve said he had no issues with her requests, although Mel couldn’t imagine a Dominate man would have any inhibitions when it came to sex. She reapplied her lipstick and headed to Room 1467 down the hall.
She reached the door and stopped short. Her palms became sweaty, her mouth went dry, and her sphincter clenched so tight she feared it might chew through her new underwear. Her hand trembled as she knocked.
“Enter.” A deep voice rumbled.
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