I cannot begin to tell you all how excited I am to have Rachel Firasek here today. I stumbled upon one of her books on Goodreads, and instantly became a fan. Then I ‘met’ her on twitter and I adore her even more. Please enjoy this post as much as I did and give her lots of comment-love.
Why I Almost Dressed My Hero In Panties
Hello, everyone! Before I get started, I wanted to say a big THANK YOU to Sarah for letting me come play on her blog today. I’ve met her through Twitter and Goodreads reviews, and she’s just plain good people! 🙂
So, while devising a plan for this blog, I wanted to write about something light and funny. Then, the title just came to me. I bet you saw that and thought, What the heck?
I did, too.
And, according the Sarah’s reply email when I pitched it to her, it is snortastic.
Here’s the story behind the title. I’ve been working on an Indie Pub project with several other published authors and we created this series about the Greek Fates. In my story, I’m sharing Chloe’s (Clotho) tale of love and heartache. Well, she falls for an undercover agent. Long story short, our hunky-hero Dane is hiding out with Chloe in a motel. Their clothes are wet and dirty. While they wait for them to dry, I have a wicked hot love scene that never completely gets fulfilled—at the time—and Dane’s left with all kinds of needs.
He decides to sleep off his body’s demands in the bathroom, but all of their clothes are wet and the driest thing in there is Chloe’s panties.
*Rubs evil hands together* I almost…for a fraction of a moment…took the path of having him shrug on these little wisps of lace and satin. Almost. But, I know that in order to make my hero really hero-worthy, I’d have to keep him all masculine and hard. *snickers*
So, I gave him a delicious alone scene instead to fill his time when he should have been sleeping or making love to Chloe. But, you’ll have to read the book when it comes out to see it. J
Why didn’t you go there?
I’m so glad you asked. I didn’t, because for some reason, even though I would think this the funniest thing ever, other readers aren’t so excited about a cross-dressing hero—even if it is innocent.
But, I’ll let you weigh in. Do you like to keep your heroes alpha? Hard? Hawt? Or, would you see the humor in this situation and continue to read without feeling like your hunk was emasculated?
I look forward to reading your comments.
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The Fates are said to control our destinies. From our first breath to our dying gasp, these creatures of legend weave the courses of our lives. Even the gods are subject to their decrees. Spinners of dark secrets, the Fates have been feared for the tragedies they weave. No man dared confront the Relentless Ones . . . until now.
Title: Creating Fate
(An Unspun Novella, #1)
Author: Rachel Firasek
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Length: Novella
Release Date: July 10, 2012
Book 2 coming July 24, 2012!
She gave away her heart…
Giving her heart to a mortal wasn’t something the First Fate planned. Losing him nearly shattered her soul. Upon his death, Clothos swore never to love—or weave life—again.Hoping she’ll change her mind before it’s too late, Zeus commands the spinner of life to take a much needed vacation from her immortal responsibilities.
He had to hide his…
Dane is close to cracking the drug ring he’s spent the last two years infiltrating, but needs to perform one last heist to meet the head man and prevent an impending war. An undercover agent, he’s now on the run from drug lords, thieves and with the very woman whose tears make him forget his purpose.
Together they’ll find a way back from the dark.
Chloe will have to put her trust in the man she believes may have killed her fiance, or face an eternity on Earth. Without the desire for life, hope could slip through the cracks of time if he doesn’t love away her sorrow.
ADD TO CREATING FATE TO YOUR GOODREADS TBR HERE!
About the Author:
Rachel Firasek grew up in the south and despite the gentle pace, she harassed life at full steam. Her curiosity about mythology, human nature, and the chemical imbalance we call love led her to writing. Her stories began with macabre war poems and shifted to enchanted fairytales, before she settled on a blending of the two.
Today you’ll find her tucked on a small parcel of land, surrounded by bleating sheep and barking dogs, with her husband and children. She entertains them all with her wacky sense of humor or animated reenactments of bad 80’s dance moves.
She’s intrigued by anything unexplained and seeks the answers to this crazy thing we call life. You can find her where the heart twists the soul and lights the shadows… or atwww.rachelfirasek.com .
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If you can’t wait for Creating Fate to be released (I hardly can) to read more humor and wit from Rachel, check out one of her other books. I adore her Phoenix series and you will too. Check out [amazon_link id=”B005L92H56″ target=”_blank” container=”” container_class=”” ]The Last Rising[/amazon_link], [amazon_link id=”B006D9SVD0″ target=”_blank” container=”” container_class=”” ]The Last Awakening[/amazon_link], and [amazon_link id=”B0076L73UQ” target=”_blank” container=”” container_class=”” ]The Last Beginning[/amazon_link]. They’re short, fun, quick reads that will have you terminally hooked on Rachel’s writing.
Sarah, you are so cute. Thank you so much for having me. I look forward to reading everyone’s comments. 🙂
Lol!! You are too cute Rachel!!
I can’t wait to read this series!
I’m almost done. I’ll need betas. 🙂 You know I’ll be sending this to you. Thanks for stopping by!!
I would’ve fallen on the floor, spitting sweet tea through my nose, lauging so hard if I’d read that in your story! Dane is sooo sexy – that would’ve been such a shock!! But oh so much fun!
I know, I probably should have done it. It would have been a great moment…but, he was so sexually frustrated, I think it would have broken character. Now, if I had him put them on his head….ewwww….that just took it creepy. Big hugs!
That’s great! I don’t think it takes away from the hero’s manliness at all. Reading a scene like that would have me cackling out loud. Looking forward to reading this series 🙂
I’m kind of like you, I’d love a scene like this, lol. Thank you so much and thanks for stopping by!
I love it, Rachel. Maybe another book. Although… I do like the idea of Dane in panties. He’s an awesome character 🙂 Thanks for the great post to start the day!
Ah, thanks, Kinley. He was a lot of fun! 🙂
I think if the hero’s package can fit comfortably in his woman’s panties, it might be sort of sad for the love scenes.
“Aww. Look how cute it is.”
PS, I love you Rachel.
Oh, that’s a very good point. Yikes! I don’t want to short-change my hunky hero. 🙂 You always go there, don’t you? I love it. Big hugs back!!!
BWahahaha! Debra! Too awesome. I agree
OMG! Too freakin’ funny. All I can say is at least you didn’t make him a “sniffer”! THAT would have been super creepalicious! I agree with Debra.If it fits, he ain’t well equipped!
I thought you’d like this. 🙂 Haha, I wouldn’t put anything past me at this point. And, after my chap 1, we know equipment is not his problem, right? 🙂 *Smirks*
love the idea, as others said only prob would be do you want your hero to fit in her panties. I say put the idea in a pocket, save it for a tall wiry hero and a tomboy heroine who favors boxer shorts vrs panties. hmm think just found myself a writing prompt. 😀
hAHA! I love it. OR, maybe a little M/M love. Woot! It could be a total BDSM moment, woot! Go write. 🙂 Let the thought take hold. Thank you for stopping by!!!
I absolutely loved the Phoenix series! I cannot wait to read this series. The thought of the cross dressing hero has me in stitches.
Mary, thank you! I’m so glad to hear that you loved my ladies. I’m hoping that everyone loves the Unspun series!
Rachel – I love your work and look forward to this next series…it sounds like you’ve created another compelling fantasy/paranormal being…man, if anyone can pull off a unique spin, it’s you.
Congratulations on your newest series. I’m hoping to see you at my place soon:)
Thank you so much! I’m hoping to visit your place soon. 🙂 Tell me when and what we’re talking about, and I’m there. 🙂 Thank you for coming by!!!
Oh I cannot wait for Creating Fate! I have been trying to wait patiently! I got a very interesting picture in my head reading this post. Great visit!
I can’t wait to send it to you! 🙂 This whole series has turned out better than I could ever dream. Love it. 🙂 Thanks for the comments, sweet thang!
Anytime girly! So glad you are so happy about it! It is great to hear!
Rachel, your posts never fail to make me laugh. 🙂 And I don’t think that emasculates someone. Just means they’re a little kinky. 😉
And as far as the boys go, well, maybe he would try to put them on, realize his junk is smashed or sticking out the leg hole, and give up on it. LOL
Ah, you made me smile. I visited your Lucky Seven post, Yowza, I like the way your heroine talks. 🙂 OMG! I can just imagine his pole poking through the elastic. Dying over here. Thanks for coming by and helping with that visual!
Heehee. Smut is my specialty. 🙂 And as far as my heroine goes, I thought to myself “What do men want to hear from women? Hmm. They want us to want what they want. Sex. Allllll the time.” And poof! Joey’s voice was born.
My hubs tells me I get male thought processes very well. LOL. Apparently I have tiny horny men living my head.
Thanks for stopping by my blog. I feel awesome now and can be all Rachel Firasek was at my little place on the interwebs! I’m special!
LMAO. “I have tiny horny men living in my head.” Lordy woman, now THAT is a visual!!
Well, I think I’m about to go stock up on your smut. I do love a horny read. 🙂 Love this!
Well, things should be releasing this summer. Can’t wait!
And that story is out on submission, hopefully it finds a home.
You’re surprised by this Sarah? LOL
LOL. Definitely not surprised…just fantastically amused. The visual…oy.
Great post! An alpha hero- hot, an alpha with a sense of humour – hotter! 😉
Love your work Rachel, sooo looking forward to Creating Fate!
Thank you!!! I can’t wait for you to read Creating Fate. It’s so much fun!