Contracted to Her Greek Enemy
“I wouldn’t date you for a million dollars.”“How about two million?”
Stephanie Logan would love to throw Damen Nicolaides’s outrageous proposal that she pose as his girlfriend back in his face, but the truth is she needs his money to save her family.
The arrogant Greek seduced and discarded her once before, so Steph makes sure their contract says Damen can’t kiss her again! But she might soon regret that clause. Because trapped in paradise with her enemy, his all-too-potent chemistry is pushing her ever closer to breaking point!
Stephanie Logan would love to throw Damen Nicolaides’s outrageous proposal that she pose as his girlfriend back in his face, but the truth is she needs his money to save her family.
The arrogant Greek seduced and discarded her once before, so Steph makes sure their contract says Damen can’t kiss her again! But she might soon regret that clause. Because trapped in paradise with her enemy, his all-too-potent chemistry is pushing her ever closer to breaking point!
Buy on:
- Does your family support your
career as a writer?
Absolutely! In fact
I was just saying to Mr West yesterday that I couldn’t have written as many
books as I have without him – partly for inspiration J and partly for the unstinting support.
The whole family is like that. My children grew up realising that writing
fiction can be hard work and needs a lot of dedication. I still laugh over how
much my son, now a young man, knows about romance plots and publishing!
- If you had to do something
differently as a child or teenager to become a better writer as an adult,
what would you do?
Read more books!
Given that if I wasn’t outside I probably had my head in a book, I’m not sure
when I would have found time for more reading. But loving stories and immersing
yourself in them is a terrific way to prepare yourself to write them.
- How long on average does it take
you to write a book?
That depends on how
many other distractions I have in my world! If I have to stop writing for
several weeks in the middle of a book it can take me a long time to get back
into the story. At the moment I have a three month deadline for the next book.
That’s to write the draft, edit and polish.
- Tell us about your book...
Imagine cruising the Greek islands on a private yacht with a hunky
billionaire… Damen offers Steph two million dollars to play the part of his
girlfriend and, despite her instant urge to refuse (because she’s already
learned how much he can hurt her), circumstances make that impossible. This
fake relationship isn’t for personal gain but to protect someone. The trouble
is that Damen and Steph then find themselves in close quarters with the one
person in the world who gets under their skin and makes them feel far too much
for comfort. Soon Damen isn’t so concerned about the reasons for their pretend
relationship as he is about making it real. I love it when a hero’s plan comes
so spectacularly undone!
The story came about because Steph and Damen appeared in ‘Wedding
Night Reunion in Greece’ last year. As soon as that book came out I started
fielding queries about whether they’d get their own story. That sparked an idea
for what I’d hoped would be a Christmas short story exclusively for my
newsletter readers but in the end it grew too big for a short so I found myself
writing this enemies-to-lovers book. The idea grabbed me immediately. As soon
as I began writing the characters sparked off each other and seemed to leap off
the page. The setting was so inviting I looked forward to writing every day and
I loved the happy ending Steph and Damen found together.
About the Author: Annie West
Connect with Annie via:
Website Facebook
Or sign up for her occasional newsletter with book updates, behind the scenes information and giveaways: https://tinyurl.com/ya56pe7c
Thanks. That was a nice review and interview.
ReplyDeleteGreetings from London.
I'm so pleased you enjoyed the interview. Waving to you in London from not-so-sunny Australia!
DeleteSo many people don't understand the world of a writer, so it's awesome to see that you've had so much support from your family. I love that no matter what you can pull yourself back into the story to finish a novel. Sounds like an awesome read! Hugs, RO
ReplyDeleteHi RO. I'm definitely lucky. I've met so many writers who don't have a supportive partner or family, which makes it very tough to work. I admit that diving back into the world of my current story can be a wonderful thing when times are tough, though it's not always easy. :) :)
DeleteThat's great that your family is supportive of your career as an author! Best wishes for the success of your book.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Sherry! Yes, it's terrific having them onside, for sure.
DeleteSounds like a hot read!
ReplyDeleteI don't think it was possible for me to read more books as a child. That's ALL I did in my free time!
Theresa, I spent a lot of time playing outside too, but reading was always my special thing. It still is. There's nothing quite like losing yourself in a good book.
DeleteI'm so pleased you like the sound of this new book! It was definitely a wonderful place to visit in my head as I wrote!
Great post. Your blog has very cool content <3
ReplyDeleteHi Milentry, I'm glad you enjoyed this interview! :)
DeleteHi there! Me alegra que te haya gustado saberlo.
ReplyDeleteI love the fake dating trope and this story sounds steamy! I love that her son knows so much about romance and publishing! Wonderful interview :)
ReplyDeleteLindy@ A Bookish Escape
Hi Lindy, he does know a lot about romance writing. Some times I feel it gives him an unfair advantage with girls! :) So pleased you like the sound of this book, Lindy!
Deletethe introduction so attractive....
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend
I do love the force proximity fake mates situations.
ReplyDeleteHow fun that family is so supportive and understanding.