Behind the Scenes: Ultimate 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 third book in my Naughty Nobles trilogy, Ultimate 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
previous blogs, I wrote about Midsummer
Night’s Delights and Midwinter Night’s Delights. Midsummer Night’s Delights 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, that novella is
just as hot—if not hotter—than the first one!)
Ultimate Night’s Delights is the third and final novella in the series. I never intended to
write a trilogy, but the characters kept popping into my head, and I knew they
had more stories to tell. Readers and reviewers fell in love with the
characters and the storyline, so I decided to write one more book that wrapped
up the trilogy.
However, when I started
thinking about the plot, I wasn’t sure what direction to take. I knew there had
to be something interesting (beyond a naughty “anything goes” ball) that raised
the stakes for everyone, and I thought about blackmail. (It’s always a good
motive!)
From there, I developed
the idea of the “Black Duke” and his mission to destroy Vincent. Then I had to
devise a clever way to tie it all together at the end.
I also enhanced shared some
insight on two secondary characters, Lono and Lobo. (Readers were briefly
introduced to them in Midwinter.) Lono and Lobo are Vincent’s very
devoted and extremely loyal employees. I don’t want to give away too much, but
they play a key role in Ultimate Night’s
Delights. This book also explains how they came to be employed by Vincent
and Sabrina and gives readers a hint at what’s ahead for them in the future.
Readers have wondered, how did I
pick these names for Lono and Lobo? I named Lono after the title of a Hunter S.
Thompson book, The Curse of Lono. And
Lobo? No, he is not a wolf—Lobo is named after the singer of the 1970s classic
tune, “Me and You and a Dog Named Boo.”
I
enjoyed writing this wrap-up to the Naughty
Nobles trilogy. It was fun to think of clever ways to foil the Black Duke’s
plan and redeem Vincent. Fans of the first two novellas embraced this sexy and
satisfying conclusion to the series.
Here
are a few kind words from readers:
Praise for Ultimate Night’s Delights...
"5 Stars! Lots of sexy fun! I enjoyed following the
adventures of Julian and Annabelle, and in this book they're no longer a shy
couple. Vincent and Sabrina are fun and sexy and they've taught Julian and
Annabelle very well. Vincent's issues with his enemy, the Duke of Blackwell
play out along the way, and lead to a very satisfying ending." - N.G.,
Amazon Review
"4 Stars! Awesome finale! I love the characters and the plan
they come up with to help defeat the Black Duke. I'm glad that Julian wasn't an
arrogant guy in this story, but a very concerned individual. Really enjoyed the
characters and hope maybe there could be another book." - Dawn, Amazon
Review
“4 Stars! Happy to have Julian and Annabelle back again. My fave
characters. Enjoy the story very much, but sad that this is the final book.
Love the plan they came up to deal with the Black Duke.” - D., GoodReads Review
Here’s
the book summary and links to the full series:
Ultimate
Night’s Delights
Julian and
Annabelle are back for the final ball!
The Midsummer and
Midwinter Balls changed Julian and Annabelle forever. Vincent, the Marquis of
Demby, and his wife, Sabrina, introduced them to a world of erotic pleasures.
Freed from their inhibitions, they now help other shy couples explore their
sexual urges and hidden desires.
But life on
Vincent and Sabrina’s estate is anything but tranquil. The notorious Duke of
Blackwell has discovered the secret about the naughty balls and is out to
destroy the marquis.
Vincent refuses to
deny the rumors about the “anything goes” parties he hosts, and turns to his
friends for assistance. Together, they devise a plan to defeat the Black Duke…
and still find time for a few wicked games.
* * *
Order Ultimate
Night’s Delights here:
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XGCCTJW
All other
platforms: https://books2read.com/u/bxgyPk
Need to catch up? Order Books 1 & 2 here:
Midsummer Night’s
Delights (Book 1):
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N6W5QHM
All other platforms: https://books2read.com/u/3LrJP1
Midwinter Night’s
Delights (Book 2):
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06VTH1GCC
All other
platforms: https://books2read.com/u/mdKaaX
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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