A little bit from author C.J.Lake about her latest book A Hot Winter. Find out more about the book here
What was the inspiration for A Hot Winter?
I didn’t originally
intend to write this story, but Matt and Emma seemed to have instant chemistry
in my first book, Constructing Us, so I was compelled to explore them as
a couple. They ended up being perfect
for each other (though it’s a ride to get there!).
What makes Matt & Emma such a great couple?
There’s a current of attraction
between them when they first meet, but neither knows who the other is. Once they discover the connection (to Tragan
and Andy), they try to dial it back--especially once Matt begins work on Emma’s
house. But it’s virtually impossible not
to be aware of each other or to keep their distance. That initial attraction is always there--and
building every time they’re together, despite Emma’s determination to keep
things platonic. Something that works in
their favor is that while Matt is four years younger than Emma, he is strong
and responsible, with a maturity and a protective nature--exactly what she
needs!
If you had to choose, what is your favorite scene?
Well,
here’s a very short excerpt from it:
“Jesus,
Emma,” Matt rasped, pulling back just enough to look into her eyes. “Why do you torture me?”
Gazing into those intense, dark eyes, Emma became overwhelmed by a
longing that was almost painful. She
reached up and brushed her lips across his.
“I didn’t mean to,” she said softly, and it was the truth. “Don’t go,” she whispered, digging her
fingers into his hair and keeping him close.
Lightly she bit his lower lip.
“Don’t go…”
>>I
love this whole scene; it’s erotic and emotional and represents a major turning
point for Matt and Emma. Also, it’s
literally just the beginning of their first intense night together…
Can you pick a favorite
quote?
Hmm…maybe
this:
“Being with Matt did something to her.
It brought back a younger version of herself, a younger time in her
life.”
>>This
is a theme that’s played implicitly throughout the story and a concept that
Emma wrestles with and embraces at the same time. She’s only twenty-seven, but has
responsibilities that make her feel older and more settled than that. Matt taps into her youthful, fun-loving
spirit and almost makes Emma forget the reasons why they shouldn’t be together…
Did you have a music play list for this book?
Yes! My “soundtrack” for
A Hot Winter includes songs that fit
Matt & Emma so well. Like “Teenage
Dream” (Katy Perry), “Safe and Sound” (Capital Cities), “Am I wrong” (Nico
& Vinz), “Everybody Talks” (Neon Trees), “Green Eyes” (Coldplay), and “Everything
Has Changed” (Taylor Swift).
What else should readers know?
- A
Hot Winter is set in one of my favorite places: snowy
- Tragan & Andy, along with other familiar
faces from Constructing Us, are back.
- Though my books have overlapping characters,
they are all standalone novels--no cliffhangers!
What’s next?
In 2015, look for Sky High (Book 3 in The Attraction
series). Sky High is a fast-paced, romantic and sexy New Adult romance,
featuring Jamie from Books 1 & 2.
Stay tuned for more updates, both on Amazon and Twitter
(@brightbluesurf) -- plus, readers can email me at: writercjlake@gmail.com.
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