Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Today's Special - Lila DiPasqua

I am thrilled to have Lila DiPasqua with us today. It's hard to believe it has only been 4 months since I first heard about Lila. I read her debut novel, AWAKENED BY A KISS, in July just before meeting her at the RWA Conference in Orlando. Blown away by this new voice in historical romance, I was immediately enchanted by this sweet woman. If you couldn't tell by my review of Lila's latest release, THE PRINCESS IN HIS BED, (which you can read here), then I must tell you that I absolutely LOVED it. Lila's writing more than deserves the 5-star reviews I have given both of her books. Please give a warm welcome to this fabulous author and, more importantly, to one of my newest friends . . . Lila DiPasqua.

~ Buffie



That’s so twisted! ….by Lila DiPasqua

Okay, did that heading grab your attention? :) For those who don’t know me, I write wicked and witty historical romance for Penguin/Berkley. Second in my Fiery Tales series, THE PRINCESS IN HIS BED (Berkley Sensation) has just been released. Is it twisted, you ask?

Not the way you think.

In THE PRINCESS IN HIS BED I’ve taken three classic fairy tales and have given them my own romantic, sexy twists. ;) The Emperor’s New Clothes, The Ugly Duckling, and The Princess and the Pea, have been renamed and retold---quite scandalously---in “The Marquis’ New Clothes”, “The Lovely Duckling,” and “The Princess and the Pea”.

Yes, dearest readers, you get one historical romance novel with three hot historical bad boys:

Adam de Vey, Marquis de Nattes (The Marquis’ New Clothes)

Joseph d’Alumbert, son of the Duc de Vernant (The Lovely Duckling)

Mathias de Tesson, Marquis de Montfort (The Princess and the Diamonds)



These carnally gifted men, gentle readers, will do more than seduce the objects of their desire. They will also steal their hearts….and in the process, lose their own!

No scrimping on a good romance in these three tales. Oh, no. I wouldn’t hear of it! I offer up a serving of three delicious rakes, three smart, strong heroines and equal parts romance and steam in each sensuous, passionate love story in THE PRINCESS IN HIS BED!

So how exactly did I take these fairy tales and give them my own unique spin?

Well, in the original fairy tale, The Emperor’s New Clothes, two individuals are out to dupe a wealthy man (the Emperor). That’s the basis of the tale. And that’s what I took to shape The Marquis’ New Clothes. You see, Adam de Vey very smart and very sexy—tall, dark and oh so wickedly handsome—and he loves the finer things in life; he has a penchant for expensive clothes and beautiful women. And an abundance of both!

It isn’t going to be easy for Aimee to help her cousin retrieve the important ring she accidentally dropped in Adam’s pocket. Aimee is going to have to seduce this master of seduction in order to get close enough to search his pockets and locate the ring. She doesn’t know that Adam has been infatuated with her (okay, more than a mere infatuation… *smiles*) for years. She’s also unaware that he has a seduction planned of his very own! ;)

I love a good underdog story and the tale of The Ugly Ducking is just that! I wanted to write a story where my heroine was made to feel ugly all her life and blossoms into a swan—thanks to the healing power of love.

In The Lovely Duckling, I didn’t take a heroine who just needed some dressing up. Emilie de Sarron was burned in a fire as an infant. She’s put up with horrible taunts and cruel names. All her life. Worse, at her introduction into society, she was horribly teased and publicly humiliated—the hero, Joseph, regrettably a part of this fiasco. It was the final straw. For ten years, Emilie withdrew from society. Now she’s back and she’s determined to grab a bit bliss—albeit strictly physical. Believing love and marriage are unattainable, she’s convinced that at least a physical encounter is doable. How? Well, she’s going to use the anonymity of a masquerade—orgiastic—ball in order to find a willing lover, and indulge. She never expected that the very man she gives herself to is none other than Joseph.

Finally, we have The Princess and the Pea. What a fun fairy tale to twist! First, I nixed the food. When my hero and heroine are in bed, I don’t want the reader thinking about the spoiling veggies under the mattress.

Then I took the basis of the story: A princess who can’t sleep at night because there is something hard in her bed. And…well….Yup, you know I went there. *winks* What was hard in her bed and causing the poor princess to lose sleep, you ask? There are a couple things, actually—the Marquis on it…and, oh yeah, diamonds! The ones she stole from the palace and shoves under her mattress for safekeeping.

Her half-brother has gambled away his fortune at the Basset tables—a card game recently banned by the King. Knowing she has skill at the game, she dons male attire and is intent on using the royal diamonds to gamble with. If only the gorgeous man seated across from her didn’t see through her disguise! If only he wasn’t so stirring to her senses and utterly irresistible!

If only she knew he was a spy working for the Crown, his mission to enforce the ban the King has placed on the card game and see to the arrest of those who dare to play it.

As for our hero, Mathias, Marquis de Montfort, he has no idea that the woman he has thoroughly and deliciously debauched is none other than the King’s own daughter.

Let the games begin! *smiles*



QUESTION: If you were casting a fairy tale film, who would you pick to play the role of the wickedly delicious Prince Charming?

One lucky commenter will win a signed copy of AWAKENED BY A KISS or THE PRINCESS IN HIS BED---winner’s choice!

GIVEAWAY OPEN WORLDWIDE.



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THE PRINCESS IN HIS BED, A Fiery Tales Collection By Lila DiPasqua Historical RomanceBerkley (Sensation)
ISBN: 978-0425237007 OUT NOW!

Inspired by “The Emperor’s New Clothes,” “The Ugly Duckling, and “The Princess and the Pea,” Lila DiPasqua spins three sexy tales that give new meaning to the term bedtime story…

The Marquis’ New Clothes: To save her cousin, Aimee de Miran must retrieve a jeweled ring from the most sinfully seductive man at court, the Marquis de Nattes. But to search his considerable wardrobe she’ll have to get very close to the notorious rake…and soon she finds herself very close to him indeed, with his clothes—and hers—utterly forgotten…

The Lovely Duckling: Reputed for his carnal skills, Joseph d’Alumbert prefers amorous encounters without emotional entanglement—until a quick-witted lady stirs tender feelings and hot desire. Emilie de Sarron suffered burns to her body as an infant, and keeps her scars—and her heart—well hidden. But Joseph is determined to peel away her inhibitions, one slow steamy kiss at a time, to reveal the beautiful swan inside…

The Princess and the Diamonds: Princess Gabrielle can’t sleep at night. There is something hard in her bed. No, not just the stolen diamonds tucked under her mattress, but the handsome Marquis on it….whose carnal talents she can’t resist. But he threatens her secret mission, and worse, she stands to lose far more than the diamonds---her heart is at stake….

“…Strong-minded heroines you can relate to, breathtaking carnally gifted male leads…DiPasqua writes with a comfortable elegance and grace, and in turn, crafts a sexy collection that readers will love.” – Fresh Fiction.

“Ripe with steamy affairs, these lusty stories are hot enough to warm the coldest winter night.” – Publishers Weekly

Read an excerpt of THE PRINCESS IN HIS BED


Read an excerpt of AWAKENED BY A KISS


About the Author:

Lila DiPasqua writes wicked & witty historical romance for Penguin/Berkley. She lives with her real-life hero husband and three children and is a firm believer in the happily-ever-after. She loves history and enjoys traveling. She has been to four continents so far. Her novels, AWAKENED BY A KISS, and THE PRINCESS IN HIS BED are featured in Doubleday as well as Rhapsody Book Clubs. To learn more about Lila and her books, visit
http://www.liladipasqua.com/

84 comments:

  1. I would pick Chris Evans to play the role of the wickedly delicious Prince Charming.

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  2. I would pick Ramin Karimloo to be Prince Charming. He's gorgeous, talented and what an incredible voice!

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  3. I of course would pick Hugh Jackman who else could play a wickedly Prince Charming but then again I do call my eldest grandson Jayden who is 4 (nearly 5) my Prince Charming and he always laughs at me but I think he is a bit young yet LOL.

    Lila your books sound awesome they are on my must have list

    Have Fun
    Helen

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  4. I would pick Nathan Fillion (I think that's how you spell it) from Castle because he would add some humor to the story.

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  5. Hello, Lila! Thank you so much for sharing with us the decadently delightful wicked ways of your naughty nobles (and not so nobles)! "Awakened by a Kiss" was delicious, and I so look forward to "The Princess in His Bed" : )

    My Prince Charming would of course be the green-eyed Scottish devil himself, Gerard Butler! GB's Prince Charming would have reached the age of forty and so far escaped matrimony (just like GB). This imaginatively elusive royal gent needs to make a matrimonial match, but first he needs to find his true lifemate! Just so he will be properly enthralled, the love of his life must have her own touch of elusiveness--she will be no easy conquest! A fiery tale, indeed ; )

    gcwhiskas at aol dot com

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  6. Congrats on the new release, looking forward to getting my hands on it :) I'm generally terrible at casting (terrible at remembering who's who, names etc) but think Hugh Jackman would make an excellent Prince Charming. Tall, handsome, charming, sexy, wonderful voice, great eyes, and did I mention handsome & charming ;)

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  7. Good morning, Lila! I'm so looking forward to reading The Princess In His Bed!

    I would most definitely pick Hugh Jackman to play Prince Charming. Yum! Or if he was busy (the nerve!) the also sexy Clive Owen could fit the bill. *g*

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  8. Good morning, Lila! We're so happy to have you with us today. Congrats on your newest release and another 5 star review from Buffie!

    As for your question, if I can't pick my husband (*g*), I would cast Christian Bale as the wickedly hot Prince Charming. Mmmmm-hmmmm....

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  9. Hi Lisa!
    I can't wait to read both of your books! After both of Buffie's fantastic reviews, who wouldn't? ;)
    I would have to cast either Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, or Matthew Macfadyen as my Prince Charming. All are very nice to look at. ;)

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  10. Well Gerry, duh? I have decided to be a bit naughty and have been cast a much younger man in the role of my prince. Henry Cavill (yes, I have been watching the Tudors) but he looks so delicious in those; clothes so there you go I am now a cougar.

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  11. Hi Lila! I am determined to win one of these copies!

    Anyone who knows me, knows that Gerard Butler would be my Prince Charming (if only I could get him to talk to me...now, where did I put that sheet with his phone numbers...). I'm kidding of course, but the man is swoon worthy. The accent, the dancing abilities, the thick, muscular...arms. *sigh*

    Um...talk amongst yourselves. I need a moment. *wink*

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  12. Hi Lila! We're so happy to have you with us today. Congrats on the release of The Princess in His Bed!

    I think Hugh Jackman would make a wonderful prince! Maureen, I also agree with you on Nathan Fillion. He's such a cutie! :)

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  13. I confess I am most lookingforward to reading The Lovely Duckling. I love a good grovel and redemption.

    My Prince Charming would be, I dunno...Brad Pitt (can't think of anyone else!). He's a looker. :)

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  14. Hi Lila!
    It's great to have you here, and Awakened By a Kiss and The Princess in His Bed are definitely going to be on my growing TBR list!

    As for who I'd pick to play a wicked Prince Charming, it'd definitely have to be Eric Dane. Only he could pull of playing Dr. Mark Sloan, a.k.a. McSteamy on Grey's Anatomy! ;) There's just something about the piercing blue eyes and the way he can wear a leather jacket! And I normally prefer a clean shaven look and don't like facial hair, but he can pull off the slightly scruffy look. YUMMY! is all I can say.

    Buffie? If I may so humbly submit that he and maybe some of his fellow male cast members of Grey's may be worthy of being spotlighted as the Hot Dish? ;)

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  15. I'd go for High Grant with his posh British accent he'd make a great prince!

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  16. Thats a tough question with so many hot actors out therr to choose from. I think I pick Clive Owen though. Tall dark and sexy as hell! He looks a little bit wicked too! Cinderella would have him wrapped around her little finger!!!
    Thanks for sharing today!

    evjochum@aol.com

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  18. Daz, I had to google Ramin Karimloo. May I say, you have excellent taste! *g*

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  19. Maureen said, I would pick Nathan Fillion (I think that's how you spell it) from Castle because he would add some humor to the story.

    I second that!

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  20. ROFL @ noellepierce! Don't worry. We'll be here waiting when you finish drooling. ;-)

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  21. Hi everyone!

    I'm so glad to be here, today! A special wave to Buffie, PJ, Gannon and Andrea! :)

    Thank you for having me back. And thank you for the lovely introduction, Buffie!

    Hugs,
    Lila

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  22. Hi Barbara E-- Oh, I like your choice! Such a handsome man. :)

    Hugs,
    Lila

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  23. Hi Daz - Nice pick! He definitely has all those qualities. :)

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  24. Hi Helen-- I love your response! Hugh Jackman...*sighs*. And your grandson definitely sounds like a little Prince Charming! :) Thank you for your interest in my books!

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  25. Hi Maureen --Oh a handsome man who can also make you laugh. Nice pick! :)

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  26. Hi Virginia C.--LOL...Thank you for your lovely comment about my books! I LOVED your version of a Fiery Tale!! GB would make an awesome Prince Charming...especially in your version. Sounds delicious. :) Thank you for sharing!!

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  27. Hi gamistress66 -- Oh, Hugh Jackman is definitely all those wonderful things. What a prefect Prince Charming he would be! Thank you for stopping by to chat with me. :)

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  28. Hi Gannon-- LOL...What nerve it would be for Hugh Jackman to pass on such a role! LOL And Clive Owen is definitely a yummy alternative! Thank you for the lovely comment about THE PRINCESS IN HIS BED. :)

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  29. Hi Andrea---Thank you! I'm so thrilled to be here. And I'm just as over the moon about receiving another 5 star review from Buffie! It's put a huge smile on my face.

    I like your choice!! He's definitely a bad boy...and irresistible! A perfect wickedly delicious Prince Charming. :)

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  30. Hi TrishaM -- Can't argue with your choices or your reasoning behind it. ;) Thank you for the compliment and for stopping by to share. :)

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  31. Hi Kat---LOL I love your response!! And your choices. After Bradley Cooper, my close second is Henry Cavill. He *is* delicious. :) Thanks for sharing!

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  32. Hi Noelle--- Your comment had me LOL!! I LOVED it! LOL Good luck with the contest! So glad you stopped by to share with me. :)

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  33. Hi PJ -- Thank you for having me here!! And thanks for the congrats! I like your choices for Prince Charming. Can't go wrong with either of those 2 yummy men. :)

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  34. Hi Scorpio M.--- I liked your response!! And yup, The Lovely Duckling is definitely a story of redemption and it demonstrates the healing power of love! :) Brad Pitt is definitely a looker. ;)

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  35. Hi Lisa--"It's great to have you here, and Awakened By a Kiss and The Princess in His Bed are definitely going to be on my growing TBR list!"<<<Thank you! I'm so delighted by your interest!!"

    Oh, and Eric Dane is definitely swoon-worthy!!

    LOL...I love your suggestion to Buffie! :) *Raises hand to volunteer to interview them*...lol Thanks for sharing!

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  36. Hi Elizabeth---Hugh Grant with his posh British accent is most definitely a wonderful selection! ;) So glad you stopped by to share. :)

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  37. Hi Johanna R Jochum-- I loved your response! And yes, he does have that sort of wickedly delicious quality to him! Thanks for sharing!

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  38. Hi Kirsten -- Thanks so much!! I'm so happy you enjoyed AWAKENED BY A KISS! Oh, I like your choice in Prince Charming! He absolutely has that quality about him. :) Thank you for stopping by!

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  39. I would pick Ryan Reynolds. I think he is just so sexy.

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  40. Ashton Kutcher of course! I may be a dreamer but at least I'm loyal.

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  41. Hi again Lila,

    I would definitly pick the gorgeous Gerard Butler....delickable!!!!

    Valerie
    valb302@yahoo.com
    in Germany

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  42. Oh by goodness, you ladies have been pretty busy today while I have been chained to my desk at work.

    *rolling up sleeves* Time for me to dive in and read all those comments!

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  43. Hi mrsshukra ---I just loved him in The Other Boleyn Girl!! What a gorgeous man! :)

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  44. Hi Kathy -- Oooooo! SPREAD!!! I loved Ashton Kutcher in that movie! Thanks for sharing! :)

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  45. Barbara E, Mmmmmm, Chris Evans is an excellent choice! That man is slurpilicious! ;-)

    Daz, I would love to run my fingers through Ramin's hair. Of course they wouldn't want to stop there!

    Helen, I just knew Hugh would be mentioned. You know I wouldn't kick him out of my bed. LOL!

    Maureen, yes to Nathan! You know, every Monday when I watch CASTLE I laugh every single time when he says "I AM a ruggedly handsome man".

    VirginiaC, you know Gerry is a permanent fixture on this site. He (or rather his lovely image) visits often!

    gamistress66 - Oh yes, you can never go wrong with Hugh. He is perfect for every casting!!

    Gannon, of course Hugh. And I could definitely go with Clive too. Great choices!

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  46. Hi Valerie -- LOL Gerard Butler definitely = delickable! LOL You're going to have to wrestle him away from a few women on this thread, though! :)

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  47. Hi Buffie-- These ladies have selected some scrumptious men!! Thankfully no one has touched my Bradley Cooper...LOL

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  48. Hello Lila and congrats on your new release.
    Fairy tales are so awesome. <3

    I would pick Christian Bale to play Prince Charming. He might not be a popular choice, but I think his character could be the brooding sort. I love those types of heroes. :D

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  49. Andrea, now how did I know you were going to say Christian? LOL!

    Thanks, TrishaM! Great choices there, girlfriend! Any of those hunky men would do.

    Kat -- Oooh, Henry is a great choice, especially in (and out!) of those Tudor clothes!

    Noelle, if you are on the Gerry bandwagon too, then be sure to stop in often as he is bound to make an appearance. We all love Gerry!

    PJ, Hugh and Nathan are both great choices. And it seems a few of us have the same taste in men.

    Scorpio, Brad is always a good choice. I really like him with longer hair. I have to say that The Lovely Duckling was my favorite story in this book.

    Lisa, oooo, good choice with Eric! I could watch that man all day long, especially if he's not wearing a shirt. And that smirky smile of his, man it melts me. Yes, I do take suggestions for the Hot Dish. I'm making a note of your suggestion. Maybe one month you will see them!

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  50. Elizabeth, another Hugh fan? We can never have too many of those! LOL!

    Johanna, seems you and Gannon have the same idea. Great choice!

    Kirsten, I'm a sucker for a sexy smile too. Makes me giggle!

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  51. Thank you for having me back. And thank you for the lovely introduction, Buffie!


    Lila, I am so glad you are with us today! And as you can see, your topic has drawn a crowd. We love to talk about heroes!!

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  52. No problem Lila....rolling up sleeves....hehe!!!

    Valerie
    in Germany

    valb0302@yahoo.com

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  53. Danielle, Ryan Reynolds is a great choice! I really enjoy watching him.

    Mrsshukra, looks like Eric gets another vote! He's yummy alright!

    Kathy, you know, I think Ashton gets better with age. He is definitely sexier than he was 5 years ago.

    Valeria, another Gerry fan? We have so many of them at this site. But hey, the man is gorgeous and I could listen to that accent for a long, long time :-)

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  54. Hi Buffie-- These ladies have selected some scrumptious men!! Thankfully no one has touched my Bradley Cooper...LOL

    You know, Lila, I'm surprised no one has mentioned Bradley yet. I think he would be a great prince charming!

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  55. Antonio, Andrea is going to love your pick! Though, I don't know that she will share! LOL!

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  56. Oh Chris Pine.He was in the Princess Diaries the 2nd one and he certainly fit the part there. Plus he's HOT! lol

    Lisa B

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  57. Modokker, ooooh, fabulous choice!! He is definitely a handsome guy!

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  58. A toss up between Hugh Jackman and Alan Rickman!

    Thanks,
    Tracey D
    booklover0226 at gmail dot com

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  59. I definitely agree with Hugh Jackman as a Prince Charming.

    Thanks for the giveaway.

    smccar1 at hotmail dot com

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  60. Hugh Jackman and Gerard Butler are two sure fire Prince Charmings. I'd also be open to Chris Pine (what a cute James T. Kirk) and Taylor Lautner for younger Prince Charmings. Oh, and maybe Orlando Bloom as well. So many choices...

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  61. I think I'd say Pierce Brosner or Antonio Banderas in his Zorro days. I know two totaly different men. Lila, I can't wait to read The Princess In His Bed.:)
    Carol L.
    Lucky4750@aol.com

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  62. I think Alan Rickman could do the wicked part very well. Even if he plays a bad guy (he does it so well) I love to hear him talk.

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  63. I would pick Bradley Cooper. He is so sexy :)
    elaing8(at)netscape(dot)net

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  64. Buffie, I'm definitely on the Gerry bandwagon. I even have a shrine...er, *blog post* dedicated to him. I follow you guys through my GReader, so if he appears, I'll be here. :D

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  65. I see we have a few more people on the Hugh bandwagon. We may have to add a few more wagons!! LOL!

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  66. Sheree, I could definitely see Orlando Bloom as Prince Charming. Love him with longer hair!

    Carol, Antonio is an excellent choice!!! Especially with that accent ;-)

    elaing8, I wondered when someone would mention Bradley Cooper. You will need to fight with Lila because I believe that is her pick.

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  67. Lila, it has been such a pleasure having you with us today. Thanks for spending the day and sharing with our readers about your books. I wish you much success with your writing and I can't wait for your next book! Hugs!

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  68. PJ, Buffie and Lila, my Ramin Karimloo CDs just arrived in the mail today. There will be more swooning in this house. Will be imagining him as Prince Charming while listening to him sing to me. :-)

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  69. Hi Antonia -- A great choice, I think! Thanks so much for the congrats. Glad to chat with you! :)

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  70. Hi Lisa B---Can't go wrong with a hot Prince Charming! Thank you for sharing with me, :)

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  71. Hi Tracey D-- OOO!! Great choices!! Thanks for stopping by. :)

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  72. Hi Stephanie -- Hugh Jackman is in demand here! :) Thanks for sharing!

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  73. Hi Sheree -- I was wondering when gorgeous Orlando Bloom would show up on this list! Great choices!! :)

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  74. Hi Danielle -- Lovely pick! Thanks for stopping by. :)

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  75. Hi Carol L.-- Wonderful selection! I loved Zorro!! :) Glad you stopped by.

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  76. Hi Dianna -- I totally agree! Great pick! :)

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  77. Hi elaing8 -- Yay! He's my number one choice. Soooo dreamy!! Great taste! ;)

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  78. Noelle and Daz--- Loved your comments! LOL

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  79. Dear Buffie -- Thanks so much for the wonderful hospitality. It's been an amazing day! I got to spend it here and on Blog Talk Radio with you!

    How totally awesome!! Thank you for the good wishes, too! :)

    Many hugs to you and the other lovely ladies here on The Romance Dish!
    Lila

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  81. Hi Lila,

    I would pick Ewan MacGregor. I've enjoyed him as an actor since Moulon Rouge and Star Wars.

    I love his Scottish accent.

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  82. .Buffie said...
    Antonia, Andrea is going to love your pick! Though, I don't know that she will share! LOL!


    Haha she'll have no choice. I don't give up that easily, especially since I end up picturing Mr. Bale in almost all the romance novels I read lol

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