New love put to the test in the sultry bayous of Louisiana... Thirty-one-year old Enza has finally found love with sexy fireman Jack, and through him, she has gained a family, years after her mother abandoned her. With her friend Kate in town, Enza's looking forward to her first Christmas in Bayou Sabine, surrounded by those she cares about most. But instead the holiday ends in turmoil... moreNew love put to the test in the sultry bayous of Louisiana... Thirty-one-year old Enza has finally found love with sexy fireman Jack, and through him, she has gained a family, years after her mother abandoned her. With her friend Kate in town, Enza's looking forward to her first Christmas in Bayou Sabine, surrounded by those she cares about most. But instead the holiday ends in turmoil. One guest puts someone Enza loves-and her relationship with Jack-in danger, and another guest brings news that makes Enza question the circumstances surrounding her mother's departure. Enza, fleeing Jack and the drama in Bayou Sabine, sets off with Kate on a road trip a la Thelma & Louise. But will she find answers about her mother's disappearance and the strength to accept the truth? And will she return home in time to save everything that's important to her? If you like the heart & story of novels by Emily Giffin such as The One & Only , but also enjoy the steam of Bella Andre and Melissa Foster's romance novels, this sexy Southern romance is for you! Author Interview What was your inspiration for the Bayou Sabine series? It started with a dare. In grad school, I wrote a short story and dodged a love scene (and was teased mercilessly). I was writing with a more literary bent so my friend dared me to get out of my comfort zone and write a romance story, saying it would help my other writing. The more I wrote, the more fun I had, and it turned into Bayou My Love . I fell in love with the characters and didn't want Enza's and Jack's stories to end. So I knew it had to be a series. What do you hope readers will get out of your books? I see mystery, humor, drama, & romance in some combination every day, and those elements are woven into my books. But in the end, I just want readers to enjoy being a part of the world I create. I hope they enjoy the characters & their stories as much as I do. How does the mystical & fiery setting of the Louisiana bayous play into your books? Louisiana has an undeniable fire to it-the Bayou heat. It's mysterious & fascinates me because of its history & blend of cultures, its resilience, its passion for the arts, the connections people have to their histories & the land. There's beauty, mystery, & heartache, just like in every good story-it was the natural setting for Enza's story because she embodies those elements herself, even if she doesn't realize it until she's there. In what order should I read the books? Each book can stand alone, but I recommend: - Bayou My Love , to get straight to Enza and Jack's story and their steamy romance - Back to Bayou Sabine , for a glimpse of how it all started - Bayou, Whispers from the Past , to see where Enza and Jack's story goes next - Beneath Our Skin , a free short story: http: // bit.ly/lauren-news What are your favorite genres? Women's fiction, literary fiction, & paranormal romance. I read a wide variety of genres, so it's no surprise my books contain elements of each. I respond to certain things in each genre, whether it's wit, an unforgettable love scene, or the zing of a top-notch metaphor. Ultimately, the books I love best have characters that thrill & haunt me-and bring me delight. Categories Women's Fiction Romance Southern Romance Contemporary Romance Steamy Romance / Sexy Romance louisiana bayou, steamy romance novels, sexy romance novels, fireman romance, louisiana romance, bayou heat, southern romance " less
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