Behind the Scenes: Midwinter
Night’s Delights – A Sizzling Historical/Fantasy Romance
By Kelli A. Wilkins
This “Behind the Scenes” blog is part of a series examining
my romance novels. In each blog, I’ll talk about why I wrote the book, share my
thoughts on the plot and/or characters, and reveal what I loved most (or least)
about writing the book. Warning: Blogs may contain spoilers.
Hi everyone,
Today I’m highlighting the second book in my Naughty Nobles trilogy, Midwinter Night’s Delights. The series includes
Midsummer Night’s Delights,
Midwinter Night's Delights, and Ultimate
Night's Delights. Although the books are connected, each stands
alone as an individual read.
In a previous blog, I wrote about Midsummer Night’s Delights. This novella introduced readers to
repressed newlyweds, Julian and Annabelle. They are strangers trapped in an
arranged, sexless marriage. To loosen them up, Julian’s father sends them to
the Marquis of Demby’s estate to attend a Midsummer Ball. (And this type of
ball isn’t for dancing!)
The second book in the series, Midwinter
Night’s Delights, picks up six months after the last story and follows the
continuing sexual adventures of Annabelle and Julian. (And yes, this novella is
just as hot—if not hotter— than the first one.)
In the sequel, we discover that Annabelle and Julian have
taken what they’ve learned and gone wild. Instead of being shy and repressed,
they are more than eager to give in to their desires whenever (and wherever)
the mood strikes—even if it’s at a formal dinner party. Needless to say,
Julian’s father sends them back to Vincent’s estate to be “disciplined” and
learn self-control.
Although they have been invited
to the Midwinter Ball, there’s a catch. Before Sabrina and Vincent allow them
to participate, they need to learn how to control their insatiable appetites
and undergo certain “punishments” along the way.
So, how did this sequel come
about? At the end of Midsummer, I left the door open to a follow-up
story, hoping that readers would want more. And they did! Readers and reviewers
were interested in learning more about the characters and seeing what other
erotic escapades awaited them.
Some people wanted a prequel—a
story devoted to how Sabrina and Vincent met and where they learned to play
their wicked games. Others wanted a follow-up story to find out what happened
to Annabelle and Julian. Would they still play games with Vincent and Sabrina?
This story satisfies both camps. I
let Sabrina explain the circumstances that led to her meeting Vincent and how
she became educated in playing naughty games. Julian and Annabelle learn about
self-control as they become Vincent and Sabrina’s submissives and take their
“punishments” in stride.
I also introduced two secondary
characters into the story, Lono and Lobo. They are Vincent’s very devoted and
extremely loyal employees who help Julian and Annabelle learn their lessons. I
don’t give away too much about them or their backstory in this book, but they
play a key role in the final chapter of the series, Ultimate Night’s Delights.
Readers wanted to know more about
them, so I had Lono and Lobo share their history (and their real names) in that
book. Readers also wondered, how did Lono and Lobo get their nicknames? I named
Lono after the title of a Hunter S. Thompson book, The Curse of Lono. And Lobo? No, he is not a wolf—he is named after
the singer of the 1970s classic, “Me and You and a Dog Named Boo.”
And what about the third book? At the end of Midwinter, I saw the potential for
another, final, chapter in the saga. I’ll share more about Ultimate Night’s Delights in another blog, so stay tuned.
Here’s the summary and links to the trilogy.
Midwinter
Night’s Delights
Julian and Annabelle are back for another
naughty ball!
The Marquis of Demby’s
Midsummer Ball transformed Julian and Annabelle forever. No longer shy about
satisfying their sexual urges, the young newlyweds give in to their wanton
desires whenever—and wherever—the mood strikes. Anything goes in their open
marriage, and they’re not ashamed to share their passions with others.
But everything changes when
they are sent to Vincent and Sabrina’s estate to be disciplined. Before they
can participate in the Midwinter Ball, they must learn self-control. Carnal
punishments and sensual lessons are just a few of the erotic surprises awaiting
them… before the ball even begins!
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Order Midwinter Night’s Delights
here:
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06VTH1GCC
All other platforms: https://books2read.com/u/mdKaaX
Need to catch up?
Get Midsummer Night’s Delights
(Book 1) here:
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N6W5QHM
All other platforms: https://books2read.com/u/3LrJP1
Then…
Order Ultimate Night’s Delights
(Book 3) here:
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XGCCTJW
All other platforms: https://books2read.com/u/bxgyPk
I enjoy hearing from readers
and other authors. If you’ve read the trilogy, drop me a line with questions or
comments. Let me know which book or character is your favorite!
Be sure to follow my blog for the latest updates and visit
me on social media. You can read more “Behind the Scenes” blogs here: www.KelliWilkins.com/blog
I also made a Facebook page for my historical romances: https://www.facebook.com/Historical-Romances-by-Kelli-A-Wilkins-1703805359922371/
Happy Reading,
Kelli A. Wilkins
ABOUT
THE AUTHOR
Kelli A. Wilkins is an
award-winning author who has published more than 100 short stories, 20+ romance
novels, 7 non-fiction books, and 5 horror ebooks. Her romances span many genres
and settings, and she likes to scare readers with her horror stories.
Her latest novel, In Another World, was released in
early 2022. This contemporary mystery/romance is set
in the world of the paranormal.
She also released two horror shorts, More Than I Bargained For
and Silent
Sentinel in 2021.
In 2021, Kelli published Journaling Every Week: 52 Topics
to Get You Writing. This fun and innovative guide to
journaling is filled with hundreds of thought-provoking prompts designed to get
you writing about your feelings and emotions.
Kelli posts on her Facebook author
page: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorKelliWilkins
and Twitter: www.Twitter.com/KWilkinsauthor.
Visit her website/blog www.KelliWilkins.com for a full title
list and to find all her social media links.
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