I told myself that this would be my last BlogHer. It’s difficult to justify the expense when I am not speaking or serving in any kind of official capacity – even if I’m sharing a hotel room and using my husband’s frequent flyer miles for a free plane ticket to cut costs. Nevertheless, each year I’ve attended has proved invaluable for the things I’ve… Read More

THE VISCOUNT OF MAISONS LAFFITTE CHAPTER FOUR The Viscount stepped off the Eurostar with his hand on Manon’s back in order to guide her through the crowds. He signaled to a porter to come and help with their bags and led the way to get a taxi. Manon was relatively unknown in London and it was a pleasure to be… Read More

THE VISCOUNT OF MAISONS LAFFITTE CHAPTER THREE Chastity stood in the kitchen, completely white, gripping the telephone in her hand. There was a low, nervous laugh on the other end of the line. “You remember who I am, right?” he prompted when she didn’t answer. “Why are you calling me after all this time?” she asked slowly. There was silence…. Read More

THE VISCOUNT OF MAISONS LAFFITTE CHAPTER TWO The morning sun streamed through the tall windows of the Chateau of Maisons Laffitte, and the small square window panes made a checkered pattern of sunlight on the wooden floor. It was a warm day for late October, and the crisp sound of birds chirping nearby intermingled with the muted squeals of children… Read More

So . . . uh . . . (laughs nervously). Here is Chapter One. All feedback appreciated. And I hope I can really see this through and not get tangled in the plot, taking a readership down with me. (I do have it mapped out but it’s never clear until it’s written). Anyway, here goes nothin! The Viscount of Maisons Laffitte Chapter One… Read More