Alaskan Hideaway, third in the Northern Lights series,
comes out July 1st. This one is a little unusual because of the ages of the main
characters. Ursula Anderson was a supporting character in the first two books.
She’s a widow, well into her fifties. I picture her looking a little like Kelly
McGillis in this photo. I’m not sure if Ursula is the oldest Heartwarming heroine yet, but I
suspect she may be. Does age matter? Is Ursula different from younger heroines?
Maybe in some ways.
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Ursula is comfortable in her own skin. She’s experienced success
in marriage, in raising a son, and in running a bed and breakfast inn. So when
her goddaughter Rory is orphaned, Ursula feels confident in her ability to
parent the girl. Not that she doesn’t
have doubts and difficulties, but experience has taught her that she’s up to
the challenge.
On the other hand, being comfortable with herself and her
life can make it harder to adapt and change. Ursula has been a widow for a long
time. She’s used to depending on
herself. The attraction she feels for Mac kind of sneaks up on her, and she's not quite sure it's a good thing.
Especially with Rory in the picture.
But when it comes down to it, every
love is unique. Mac and Ursula may have more life experience than some other Heartwarming couples,
but Ursula has never been in love with Mac before, or vice versa. Falling in
love is still new, and thrilling, and a little scary. Regardless of age.
What do you think? Does romance change during the different
stages of life? Or when it comes to love, all we all just tongue-tied teenagers down deep?
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…but is it what he really wants?
Relocating to Alaska after a family tragedy seemed an ideal way for author R.D. “Mac” Macleod to grieve in peace. But solitude feels overrated when Mac’s around B&B owner Ursula Anderson and her orphaned goddaughter, Rory, who’s already bonding with his dog. Worse, he’s imagining a future with Ursula and Rory. Is it time to finally forgive himself?
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I’m excited to read this new release Beth, as part of your Alaskan series and especially, to get the perspective of a mature, experienced and savvy heroine. Her viewpoint will be unique for most romances but one many of us (I’m including myself here tho I belong in a much older group now..😜😜) will be able to connect with. I’m sure that tongue-tied aspect of love would be the same but I imagine many different issues in a relationship. Congrats and all the best with it!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Janice. I've been married since the dawn of time, so I had to imagine what it would be like starting over after so many years.
DeleteI can't WAIT to read this!!!
ReplyDeleteOh, thank you, Liz.
DeleteYay for Ursula and Mac!
ReplyDeleteI love older characters--writing them and reading them. I'm happy to see a Heartwarming featuring Ursula and Mac! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteIt's fun writing people of different ages, isn't it?
DeleteJust finished reading the book, Beth. Loved it. Recommend it. Really a great story. I like characters of any age when their stories are compelling.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Roz. I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
DeleteI have a lot of older folks in my stories as secondaries, and have played with the idea of writing older leads. Kudos to you for forging the path! I'm excited to read this story.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jeannie. It might work especially well with those ranch families with different generations living together on the same property, don't you think?
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ReplyDeleteLove your "more mature" heroine. I think it's great and hope to see more books like it. Main characters of all ages are popular in women's fiction, so glad to see it carrying over into romance :)
Thanks, Cathy. You're right, women's fiction is full of interesting characters of all ages, so why shouldn't romance be, too.
DeleteBeth, I love all your stories and this one is a trailblazer for Heartwarming. I agree with Cathy, women's fiction is full of characters of all ages falling in love. And look at Nicholas Sparks? Nights in Rodanthe? Hello! And my favorite SUMMER movie is "Something's Gotta Give". Jack Nicholson is 63 for goodness sake! So for your inside information, I was 54 when I met Jed. He was 55 never married, not even engaged. Ever. And believe me, we were as giddy as teenagers. Our one year engagement seemed slow to him, especially! But there was still that mature outlook on a lot of things...the main one being...this could be my last shot at ever finding happiness. I can't wait to read this one!
ReplyDeleteWhat a romantic story, Catherine! I guess he'd been waiting for you, all that time. I can just see the two of you, falling in love.
DeleteI think no. Absolutely not. After all, you hit 40 and you basically petrify, have no romantic life left, and just wither away. By 50, it's all just Wheel of Fortune and granny panties. How could you consider a romance then? ;)
ReplyDeleteAre you saying granny panties aren't sexy?
DeleteI'm so glad for your book! Older people fall in love every day! Thanks for writing it and I can't wait to read it!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Patricia.
DeleteThis sounds so good, Beth! Not surprised :). I can't wait to read it!
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