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New reviews, a cool live event, and help us out with a poll!

Hi there, readers! Here are a few ultra-new book reviews for my latest book release, a historical romance titled Upon Your Return…

https://marielavender.com/about/my-books/upon-your-return/

Also, I’m doing a Facebook Live Q&A session next week, on Wednesday, December 9th. So, not only join us for that, but also our book launch party for a chance to win some awesome prizes! 😉

And to determine what ya’ll are really looking for, here’s a nice poll you can participate in. No worries, it’s only one question! 😀

Hope to see you at the release party on the 9th, and also during the Facebook Live event!

As always, stay safe and happy reading! ♥

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Historical Romance New Release

Nov 25

Posted by Marie Lavender

Hi, readers! Just thought I’d pop in and let you know that Upon Your Return, my historical romance novel and book one of the Heiresses in Love Series, is now live! Woo hoo! ♥

I am with a new publisher for this series, and I am so excited about the second edition release! 😀 Learn more details below…

Book Title: Upon Your Return (book one of the Heiresses in Love Series)

Release Date: November 23, 2020

Genre: Historical Romance

Tagline: Utterly captivated by a man who rescues her one night, Fara embarks on an unexpected journey.

Blurb:

Award-winning Author Marie Lavender brings excitement and passion to two coastal France towns in this captivating love story about a young heiress and a devilishly charming ship captain.

A French heiress, a ship’s captain, and numerous obstacles to struggle through.

Fara Bellamont has always dreamed of having adventures and discovering love. She finds herself captivated by Captain Grant Hill who rescues her one fateful night.

Grant’s fascination with Fara must overcome social expectations, war, and lies, if they are to stay together.
With a long-time yearning neither has managed to achieve, the pair must fight to attain their deepest desire…
Happiness.

If you like Christi Caldwell, you’re going to love the works of Marie Lavender and Upon Your Return.

Book Links

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/50608073-upon-your-return

BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/books/upon-your-return-the-heiresses-in-love-series-book-1-by-marie-lavender

Universal Reader Purchase Link: https://books2read.com/UYR

Publisher Link: https://www.foundationsbooks.net/book/upon-your-return/

Book Page on Author Website: https://marielavender.com/about/my-books/upon-your-return/

Follow the series on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeiressesinLove/

I hope you get a chance to check out this romance novel! Plus, it’s on sale for $2.99 in all ebook formats this week, just in time for the holiday! 😉

Happy Thanksgiving, and stay safe! 🦃🍒🥧

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A Short and Sweet Review for UYR!

Jul 17

Posted by Marie Lavender

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Hi, readers! Just wanted to pop in and let you know about this cool review I discovered on Amazon for Upon Your Return, book one of the Heiresses in Love Series. Thank you, Crystal, for your kind words! 🙂

A Fiery Adventure., July 9, 2015

Crystal Miles Gauthier

This review is from: Upon Your Return (Kindle Edition)

A fiery adventure of unmistaken love. Never have I read such poignant literature. This author is my idol. I myself write historical romance, I can never hope to be as wonderful as she. This book will hold you captive and take you on a whirlwind of romance from the very first intriguing page to the very last. Well written and well executed. I cannot brag enough about this book.

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Upon Your Return discount!

May 14

Posted by Marie Lavender

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Hi, readers! I just wanted to draw your attention to this awesome bit of news. Upon Your Return, book one of the Heiresses in Love Series, will be going up on Amazon Kindle at discounted rate from May 11th to the 15th! Yay!

The sale will start at 99 cents and gradually go up from there.

So, mark your calendars, get your copy while you have a chance, and tell all your friends! 🙂

You can also join the Facebook event for a chance at other cool prizes!

Remember, it’s Monday through Friday! Here’s some more info about Upon Your Return, my first historical romance, a work I am particularly proud of.

Blurb:

Fara Bellamont has been back in society for a year after leaving Cluny Abbey, where her uncle sent her long ago. When he chooses a suitor for her for marriage, she fears that she will…

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Guest Post: Author Marie Lavender

Apr 28

Posted by Marie Lavender

Find out about my journey and writing process here on Michael Aronovitz’ blog!

Michael Aronovitz's Blog

My Note: Marie Lavender is a phenomenal writer of romance fiction. She is the consummate professional, and I am quite fortunate to have made her acquaintance. I find romance and horror to be strangely similar actually, first by way of structure. The hiding of things, whether for the purpose of seduction or suspense, plays similarly. Also, the biggest motivation for both genres is love, as romance stories tease with what you can’t have and horror tales toy with what you are terrified to lose.

So Marie, I am proud to have you visit The Author’s Graveyard, and I would ask that you pick a plot. Put up a marker. Etch something into the stone!

A Writer’s Journey and Process by Marie Lavender

Hi, readers! I met Michael when he stopped by my guest author blog, Writing in the Modern Age, for an interview early this month. I’d like to…

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5 Star Review On NerdGirl Official for UPON YOUR RETURN!

Apr 15

Posted by Marie Lavender

How exciting! 🙂 I love Google alerts. They always surprise me with these nice little emails…

Upon Your Return by Marie Lavender – Review by Amanda #NerdGirlWitch

Published April 14, 2015 | By NerdGirl Sunshine

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Title: Upon Your Return

Author: Marie Lavender

Published Date: February 13th 2013

Genre:Historical Romance

Rating:

***THIS BOOK WAS GIVEN TO ME IN EXCHANGE FOR AN HONEST REVIEW***

Synopsis

Fara Bellamont has been back in society for a year after leaving Cluny Abbey, where her uncle sent her long ago. When he chooses a suitor for her for marriage, she fears that she will be forced to marry a stranger and live a miserable life.

But, Fara finds herself thrust into an adventure of a lifetime when unforeseen circumstances cause her to place her trust in a strange man for protection. His intervention not only saves her, but puts her in an even more compromising position.

Grant Hill, a trading captain, is enchanted by the young heiress not only because of her beauty, but because she is hardly conventional. Underneath her ladylike exterior lies a tigress. Grant cannot help but offer his protection as she is in need and he is far from immune from her charms.

Fara just never bargained on the passion that she feels for Grant Hill. As events unfold, she must decide whether her desires and the dictates of her heart should trump the rules of society in this exciting tale.

***Contains Graphic Sex. Not for young readers***

***Amanda #NerdGirlWitch Review***

This was a amazing read! Marie is a brilliant author and I enjoyed reading this immensely. The twists and turns flowed beautifully and the romance was epic and heart pounding.The Characters were sexy, compelling and stubborn, and the story was beautiful, romantic and at times even a little dangerous. I loved that the characters were kind of stuck with each other and at times had a kind of love/hate relationship as it added fire to the scenes, you could tell however that they didn’t ever hate each other and you could see their relationship continued to grow.I loved all the history that comes with reading a period story like this. Historical romance is chock full of history and intrigue, and that is one of the things I love about them. Marie did a fantastic JOB on this one and I loved all of the historical stuff that she added to the story to make it seem as if you had really been taken back.
Don’t miss out on your chance to read this piece of history!

***Review has been done in conjunction with Nerd Girl Official. For more information regarding our reviews please visit our Fan Site: www.facebook.com/NerdGirl.NG***

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Reminder to Vote for the BTS Red Carpet Book Awards!

Nov 16

Posted by Marie Lavender

Vote for the Heiresses in Love Series and the Magick Series!

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As I mentioned not too long ago, the Heiresses in Love Series and M&M were nominated for this award, the 2014 Red Carpet Book Awards . You can vote now for each category.

The Heiresses In Love Series (book three is in progress now)

Here is the link to vote for these romance novels in the historical category.

The Magick Series (book two is written and almost ready to be published)

Here is the link to vote for this novella in the paranormal category.

Don’t forget to vote for your favorite authors in the other categories here. You can also learn more about the BTS Red Carpet Awards at this link.

Thanks so much for following my work! 🙂

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New 5 Star Amazon Review for Upon Your Return!

Oct 23

Posted by Marie Lavender

A new review for UYR!

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Just found this review on Amazon for UYR, book one of the Heiresses in Love Series. Yay! 🙂

My Kind of Main Character, October 16, 2014

Kayla West “aspiring author/book critic/bookstore owner”

This review is from: Upon Your Return (Kindle Edition)

I wanted to read this book after practically devouring the second book in the Heiresses in Love series, Upon Your Honor. I had to know more about the relationship between Gabriel’s parents. I mean, it was a given considering what we are told in the second book. It was enough to tide me over, but there was a nagging sensation in the back of my head. If someone gives me a tidbit, I long for the whole story. And here it is!

So, little bit of info about me…I am a redhead. Because of this, I always feel a sort of kindred closeness to characters, more specifically…

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