Honored to be spotlighting author N.A Alcorn and the oh so sweet Holly from Holly's Red Hot Reviews..

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I am so happy to be apart of this Author/Blog Spotlight tour for Book Boyfriend Reviews 2yr blogiversary. 

Today I am spotlighting Author N.A. Alcorn and Blog Holly's Red Hot Reviews.

 There is a Q&A with both Author and Blog, where you can learn more about Author N.A, as well as Holly from Holly's Red Hot Review so you can get to know a bit more about that blog.

N.A. was chosen because is an awesome writer who writes rom-com and contemporary military romance. In real life she is just as witty as her characters, she will make you laugh and cry but most importantly she is just an overall great person.

We asked her a few questions so you all could get to know her better. Enjoy!

Tell us your Name, books you have written and what you’re working on.

Hi! I’m N.A. Alcorn and I am so honored to be a part of this 2 year blogiversary celebration!  

I’ve written a few books over the past year…

I published the first two books in the Infamous Series, The Infamous Ellen James and Avoiding Amy Jackson.  This series is a rom-com style of romance with a spice of raunchy, inappropriate humor.  Each book is a stand-alone and can be read out of order. There is a warning/disclaimer associated with these books: These books are bound to make you laugh, smile, and provide you with enough sarcasm to choke your grandmother. No, N.A. doesn’t want anything bad to happen to your Grandma Ruth, but she does want you to strongly consider re-naming your vibrator after a guy who’s at the top of your spank bank rotation. Be prepared for dripping juice-boxes, awkward pelvic thrusting, and a little suspense to keep your snatch on edge. Warning: This novel contains explicit sex, profanity and far too much vaginal humor. This novel is not meant for anti-fornicators, up-tight prudes, or virgins who refuse to go to Pound Town.

I also have a romantic suspense series- The Strong Series. The first book, Covertly Strong, was published in October. This series focuses on a Navy SEAL Team. There is lots of romance, lots of action, and sexy alpha males kicking some serious ass. The female leads are no damsels in distress either, they can definitely hold their own. 

I’m currently working on the last book in the Infamous Series- Finding Lizzy Montgomery. I’ve also got another project in the works. This project has sex, love, rock n’roll, and a shocking twist that revolves around the idea that sometimes there is more to the story. Sometimes you don’t have all the facts, and sometimes a love triangle, might not really be a love triangle. I hope to get both novels to you very, very soon! 

Covertly Strong is different than your first 2 books, what inspired you to write it?

Covertly Strong is definitely different than the Infamous Series. There is some humor, but nothing like the craziness Ellen or Amy bring to the table. I’ve always been intrigued by Navy SEALs. Those men are kind of a breed of their own. The mental strength, tenacity, and endurance they possess is sometimes hard to comprehend. 

I decided to write the Strong Series because I loved the idea of writing the female equivalent to a Navy SEAL and then bringing those two hard-asses together. I’ve always been inspired by famous women who’ve held their own, who blaze their own trail, and never back down. Sloan Walker, the female lead in Covertly Strong, is that type of woman. Of course, she has her vulnerabilities, but her strength is my 

favorite characteristic. She can definitely kick some ass when she needs to. 

If you could have any super power what would it be and why?

Hmmmm…That’s a tough one. I think I would pick mind-reading. I’ve always been intrigued by the way the human mind works. It would be awesome to have the ability to tap into someone’s thought processes and really understand what compels them to make certain decisions or say certain things. 

Sure, there would be some serious negatives. I would prefer not to hear someone thinking about how big my ass looks in yoga pants, but I really think the positives of reading someone’s mind would outweigh the good. Imagine the possibilities! I’d be the perfect wing woman, the human version of a lie detector, and not to mention, the ridiculous amounts of fun I could have….*insert evil, maniacal laugh*

Who is your favorite go to author?

Wow. This is a tough one. I have an eclectic taste in books. I love romance, suspense, thrillers, mysteries, crime, autobiographies…Seriously, it’s a very long list. I think the one author who I can always read, no matter what, would be Stephen King. He is the king of mind-f*cking you. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been in the middle of one of his books and had to pull a Joey Tribiani…hide the paperback in the freezer, or throw the Kindle in the closet. No joke, I’m a total chicken shit when it comes to the horror genre, but for some reason, I just can’t stop myself from reading it. 

If you could meet one famous person, dead or alive, who would it be?

S.E. Hinton. She is the author of The Outsiders along with many other best-selling, amazing novels. I’m mesmerized by her talent, and the fact that she wrote The Outsiders when she was only 16 years old is insanity! God, when I was 16 I was too busy…never mind, I’ll keep those ridiculous teenage years’ stories to myself. 

Anyways, I would love to have the opportunity to pick S.E. Hinton’s brain, to understand what inspired her at such a young age to write a novel that has become a true heirloom to the literary world. The Outsiders was the first novel that I fell in love, and still, to this day, it is one of my all-time favorites. 

“Stay gold, Ponyboy, stay gold.”  

What are your writing goals for 2015?

I haven’t set specific writing goals. I honestly try not to. I try not to pressure myself into writing something when I’m not really feeling it, but there are two things I would like to accomplish this year. I’d like to give the Infamous Gang their proper ending. It might end with Lizzy’s book, or it might end with a follow up novella to the series. I’m not quite sure yet how it will pan out, but I can promise it will be worth the wait. 

And I’d also like to write something that is really out of my comfort zone, something that scares the shit out of me.  Not sure what that will be yet, but I will say, one of my current projects has been pushing my boundaries… A LOT. 

Music is amazing and inspiring what music helps you in your writing process?

I agree. Music is amazing. It can make you feel so many emotions. Lyrics can mimic your life, and make you feel like someone else understands the current situation or dilemma or mood that you’re in. Music is almost always on while I’m writing. I strive to find the perfect songs to depict a specific scene I’m working through. Honestly, there is nothing like writing a sexy scene with some hot-ass music in the background to get your characters in the mood. 

Name one food you cannot live without while you are writing?

I rarely eat when I’m writing. Not because I’m trying to be healthy or watch my calories, it’s mainly because I’m really messy. Coffee, gum, and Charms Blowpops are about the only thing I could not live without while writing. Coffee is the only thing that I CAN NOT live without.

Whom in this industry have you met that you are so grateful for (besides me duh!)?

Oh wow, this is a tough one. There are so many amazing people in this industry. Readers, bloggers, authors. Everyone is truly unique and adds something magical to the book world. 

But if I had to choose just one, I’d have to say that the one person I am most grateful for would be my friend Mo, otherwise known as angst-writing-genius, Author M. Mabie. She started this crazy journey with me back when we were both bloggers, and somehow we just became best friends. We dived into writing at the same time, and I am forever grateful that she is by my side. And I love that our friendship has grown outside of just being blogging-turned-writing buddies. 

It’s rare to find someone in life who you can call and say, “I need your help.” And her response is, “Is it a I need you to help me hide a dead body kind of problem or how many minutes am I supposed to cook this pot roast kind of problem?” And your response is, “Does it matter?” And her answer would be, “I just need to know if I’m going to have to put pants on.” 

Those are the kind of friends you keep for life, and that’s why I’m keeping Mo forever. 

Do you have any unique talents or hobbies?

Probably just the normal everyday hobbies that most Americans enjoy—hookers, cocaine, and sex. 

Kidding!

Hobbies…Hobbies…What are my hobbies? I’d say it goes hand-in-hand that reading is a hobby of mine. 

Stephen King once said, “If you don't have time to read, you don't have the time (or the tools) to write. 

Simple as that.” I truly believe that. Being a voracious reader makes you a stronger writer. 

I also love to run, stalk my favorite bands at concerts, and I can eat an entire bag of Reese’s Cups in less than fifteen minutes. 

What is the best part of meeting your readers?

Everything. There is no best part in meeting one of my readers, whether it is talking to them in person at a signing or chatting with them through social media, there is no one best part, the whole experience is amazing and extremely humbling. It still boggles my mind that someone has picked up one of my books and read it, and the fact that there are actually people out there who enjoy them is mind-blowing.  

Any special words that you would like to say to your readers?

There is not enough space on my Google drive to say everything I want to say, but just know that you, my beautiful, loyal, amazing, hilarious readers, you make life wonderful. The messages, the emails, the words of encouragement, the enthusiasm you bring to my world are what drive me to continue publishing books. I’m honored and grateful that you love escaping into the fictional worlds my crazy brain has created. THANK YOU.

              

I march to the beat of my drum. Can you hear that? That perpetual bang, bang, bang that’s continually drumming relentlessly inside of my head. Oh, that’s just me? Never mind then, carry on…

Beautiful words. Lovely plot lines. And coffee. Those three things are my kryptonite. My soul’s primary source of nutrition.

I savor the weird, embrace the pervy, and open both arms willingly to anything that will make me laugh.

My obsession is books. I like to read them, write them, and inhale them in any way my ravenous mind will allow.

I’m awkward and sarcastic and can’t take a proper selfie if my life depended on it.

I was once told by my high school English teacher that my colorful ability to state the obvious would be my biggest weakness. I thanked him and made it my life’s mission to make that my biggest strength.

At times, I’m bordering on obscene and have strongly considered tattooing the words Approach With Caution on some part of my body. Tomorrow…I’ll probably do it.

Procrastinator at heart who tries to tell herself that she’ll meet every deadline. Tomorrow. I’ll finish it tomorrow, I swear.

I’ll listen to anything that The Black Keys produce and I won’t deny that I wear Taylor Swift perfume. It’s wonderfully aromatic and smells of heart-break, girls in frilly dresses adorned with ruby red lipstick, and  black-and-white Instagram photos.

I can’t wait to continue this writing journey. We should meet sometime. Tomorrow good for you?

Stay Weird

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What made you want to be a blogger? 

I started reading a lot more after my mom passed away in 2011 as my escape and started sharing what I was reading on Facebook. After meeting other bloggers and readers I decided to start my own blog; it made it easier for them to follow along with what I was reading. 

 What has been one of your most favorite books to review? 

Karina Halle’s Love, in Spanish. I read Love, in English on the flight to Book Bash and gushed to her about how much I loved Mateo and Vera’s story. Like, LOVED LOVED it! She had ARC opportunities for Love, in Spanish in NYC in October and I think I may have promised her my first

born during my fan girling.  I squealed and jumped when Mateo landed in my mailbox (it was a paperback ARC) 

  What was your number one book of 2014 and why? <– is this a trick question? 

Ok, since it’s by the same author, this counts as one lol. Love, in English and Love, in Spanish (to be fair, LiS is a companion novel so it can totally count as one

book!!!) Mateo and Vera’s love story was angsty, and complicated as HELL and they couldn’t be more different, BUT they didn’t let their differences get in the way of how the other made them feel. Their love was deep and it was real.

No matter what BS came their way (and there was plenty) they never stopped loving each other.  I could FEEL their

love for one another deep in my chest *sigh* 

  Who else do you have on the blog with you?

I blog solo

  Do you post every day or every other day or certain times of the week? 

I used to have posts scheduled every day but I found myself getting burnt out, feeling like I was constantly setting up posts. Now I’ve cut back to every few days and I’m trying to focus on posting more reviews.

  What is your favorite genre? 

 Romance. 

  You want readers to come to your blog so what do you do to separate it from other blogs? 

I try to insert my personality into my posts whether it’s sarcasm, snark, or humor. IDK I just try to let my blog be a reflection of me in real life. 

  What do you love about blogging?

I love finding the hidden gems of books. I love talking to other bloggers, readers, and authors about the books we all love and having people that get me and get my love for books.

  What goals do you have for your blog this upcoming year?  

I want to try and review more books than I did last year and just keep growing. 

Thank You Holly and N.A for participating. 

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Who is excited? I know I am. I get to spotlight an Amazing Author and Blog.

Today is a great day and I hope you all enjoy this video from both the author and blogger. 

J. Sterling the Author of The Perfect Game and Jack effin' Carter did a short Q&A for us.

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And Nat from Read This Hear That also did a short Q&A because she is today's 

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I got fired from my last job.

It's true. 

I know you're sitting there thinking, "Jenn, how could anyone in their right mind fire someone as amazing and awesome as you are???" And i'd love to give you a good reason, but the truth is... being This! Awesome! is clearly very scary to other less awesome people.  :)

So I said screw them and started writing my first book. And you know what I realized? Writing books that mean something to me is a million times better than working my ass off for someone who doesn't really care about anything other than the bottom line. 

My soul feels more satisfied. 

My heart, more full.

So thank you for reading, loving and recommending the stories I write. 

I think you're awesome- and not only am I not scared of other awesome people, I want them on my team!

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I had the wonderful opportunity to interview the lovely new author Elle Michaels. She gave me the arc for What Happens Tomorrow, which also happens to be her debut novel. I was blown away. It is such a beautifully emotional story. I look forward to see what else she has coming to us. I asked her a few questions and this is what she had to say..... 

KK Reviews: Who inspired you to start writing and publishing?

EM: I was at a signing in Seattle with AL Jackson and she asked if I was writing.  I of course laughed at the idea of me writing a book, even though I had always wanted to write screen plays. But, when I told her that if I was ever to write it would be about the dream... she told me to just go for it.  I will always be grateful to her for giving me a push.

KK Reviews:  How did you come up with this story line?

EM: The story line for What Happens Tomorrow was based on a bad dream I had one night.  One of those, what would I do if this happened to me. How would I move forward with my life? Would I be able to move forward.

KK Reviews: If What Happens Tomorrow were to become a movie, who would you cast to play the roles of Tyler, Brooke, Matt and Jenna?

EM: I have had my dream cast picked out since I started writing.  Brooke to me is Gennifer Goodwin. Tyler is none other than Chris Pine. Matt is Josh Duhamel. Jenna is Anna Kendrick.

KK Reviews:   What type of writing environment do you need? Some people need a quiet room or they listen to music or lay in bed. Which is it for you?

EM: Being that I am a night owl, most of my writing was done during the wee hours of the morning. I need peace and quiet for the most part, to really hear my characters. I would comfy myself up on the couch with my laptop and lots of coffee and write until two or three in the morning... then get up and go to work ;-)

KKReviews: I have to tell you, you made one heck of a debut with WHT so a big congratulations to you on that. What do you have planned for us readers in the near future?

EM: Awww, thank you so much. Brooke's story is very close to my heart. I have started to work on Jenna and Jasper's story, they're both fun characters, but I put that on hold for a new project I am working on. I wouldn't say near future, more like late 2015. Depending on how crazy life gets.

Lightning Round:

Vanilla or Chocolate?  Chocolate

Sushi or Pizza? Sushi

Wine or Beer? Oh that's a tough one. Wine in the winter, beer in the summer ;-)

Stay in or Go out? Stay in, my life is so crazy during the week.

Romantic Comedy or Drama? Romantic Comedy definitely!

Favorite Color? Blue

Favorite Book? Jane Eyre

Favorite Movie?  Love Actually

Favorite Song?  I Could Not Ask For More - Sara Evans

Synopsis:

No one knows what happens tomorrow...

When Brooke Adams suffers the unimaginable, she knows her heart will never be whole again. Faced with the choice of giving in to her grief, or fighting to regain a resemblance to the life she once knew, she chooses to fight.

Not ready to give up, Brooke starts a new life where no one knows her past. As she slowly puts the pieces of her life back together, Brooke meets her neighbor, Tyler Reynolds. Soon, he becomes her friend, her rock...

and her complicated constant.

Despite her best efforts, she finds herself falling for him, but what will happen if Tyler learns the truth about her past and realizes just how deep the damage is?

The risk might be too much...

My 4.5 Star Review

Loss: noun

the experience of having something taken from you or destroyed

Brooke Adams is starting over. It has taken her four years to get to where she is at.  She knows her heart will never recover but she also knows she needs to get her life back on track. Cutting ties with anything or anyone that has to do with her past, she ends up in Santa Monica. . Her IT background has been helpful so she is able to work from home. She has made friends with her neighbor, Jenna who has become a sister to her and Tyler, who is her best friend and her go to guy for any manly jobs that she needs done. Their friendship is easy and comfortable, he has become her rock. There is potential there but she refuses to lose another thing in her life, she just wouldn’t survive it. As gorgeous as he is, she does her best to keep him in the friend zone. You know how life can be, not all things go according to plan.

“Tyler… I can’t lose you. You’re such an important part of my life that I…I…I know I would never recover if I lost you. I just really need us to take this slow.”

Guarded: adjective

Very careful about giving information, showing feelings, ect.

“Ever since that very first day when you literally came crashing into my world, I haven’t been able to stop thinking about you.”

Tyler Reynolds was a goner the moment Brooke came into his life. He has kept his heart guarded after being cheated on by his fiancé a few years back. He thought he loved her and that she loved him but she ended up only loving his money. He cherishes his friendship with Brooke. He also sees the sorrow in her eyes, although she acts happy, he knows she isn’t and that she is hiding something. He wants nothing more than to make her happy. He would die before he causes her any pain. He goes for it with nothing more than a hope and a prayer.

  

Hope: verb

To want something to happen or be true and think that is could happen or be true

As they explore their new relationship and come to terms with their feelings for each other, things seem to be headed in the right direction. Like all relationships there a few bumps in the road. E Mic

“You’ve taught me that life is a gift and that we should cherish each and every moment because no one knows what happens tomorrow.”

Elle Michaels has done a fantastic job. I could relate to this story. It was heartbreaking, I know what loss feels like and the emotions that come along with it, the daily struggles and believe me, and these are lasting feelings and struggles. It does get easier with time but I also think that life keeps you busy enough so you can’t dwell on that pain. Then the aspect of finding that all-consuming love, the fear of losing it. It is about facing your past, dealing with the fears, learning to live again and understanding that it is ok to move on.

Brooke is a fantastic character, fragile yet so strong. She is beautiful without knowing it. Tyler is just amazing, the patience he has, the love he wants to give and the protectiveness he feels for Brooke.

This book had me in tears but it also had me smiling. It is such a wonderful feel good story.


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About the Author

Elle Michaels is a professional in the tech sector, residing with her family in the Pacific Northwest. Having spent years acting in and directing stage productions, she dreamed of writing a screenplay, but at the suggestion of a friend, she decided to write a novel instead.

She has always had a passion for reading and romance. There is nothing she loves more than to get lost in a sexy romance story.

When not working or writing, she can be found spending time with the love of her life, her two young children and Yorkshire Terrier.

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Undefeated Blog Tour.... Check out my interview author Scott Hildreth and my 4 star review

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Shane Dekkar is an undefeated, gorgeous, and somewhat shy boxer from Compton California. In the ring, he's a beast, out of the ring, he's loving, caring, and intriguing. After the death of his grandfather, he moves to Austin and meets Kace by happenstance as she and her boyfriend are in an argument in public. He is drawn to her, and she to him. Her boyfriend drives away as she mouths the words "help me" through the window...

When they meet again two years later, Shane begins to believe in fate. But, as he prepares for a potential shot at a championship fight, he believes there's no time in his life or career or a woman.

Kace Meadows lives in Austin, Texas. Now 26, she has been in an abusive relationship since she was sixteen years old. As terrible as it is, she can’t seem to find a way to allow herself to end it. With her current boyfriend, she can’t seem to win. She finds hope in reading about her book boyfriends....and dreaming.

Until she meets Shane Dekkar, a boxer. Holy mother of perfection...

Shane fights his inner demons by using his fists. On the street or in the ring, Shane does what he does best, he wins at any cost. Unlike Kace, Shane can’t seem to lose.

Undefeated is an extremely romantic erotica novel about fighting. Fighting for what you believe in. Fighting for life. Fighting to live. And fighting to keep love once you find it.

Be prepared to be moved, touched, stand up and cheer, and cry your eyes out. This book will, without a doubt, knock you unconscious. This novel clearly defines the love that we all seem to want, yet can't find. This is not your typical boxing/fighter romance. This book will give you hope, make you feel, and cause you to wonder....wonder why you haven't met your Shane Dekkar.

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My Kaptivating 4 Star Review

If something or someone is presented to us once, we will often dismiss it as being nothing more than happenstance. If that person or situation is presented twice, it is God slapping us in the face and telling us to pay attention. It is fate.”

Since she was sixteen years old,  Kace knew that love hurt, literally. Like most relationships, her boyfriend showed her nothing but affection, the affection turned into hurt and isolation and fear. Now at twenty six years old, Kace is realizing that this isn’t love nor a healthy relationship. No matter what she does it is never right. Knowing what is happening to her is wrong but fearing the unknown of leaving, she lies to herself and tells herself that things will be better today. One day a horrible argument with her boyfriend has her meeting an unlikely hero.

“I’m coming for your heart, Kace,”

Shane Dekkar is a cocky but modest unknown fighter. Growing up in Compton, California, he knows what it takes to be tough and street smart and how to fight. He fights his inner demons by fighting in the ring and he has never lost a fight, EVER. After losing his grandfather he moves to Austin where he meets Kace. He witness’s an argument between her and her boyfriend. When he tried to intervene, they play it off as a little disagreement. Shane knows there is more to it, he sees the pain and fear in her eyes and watches as they drive away. There is something about her and he can’t get her out of his head.

They say things happen for a reason so when two years later he runs into Kace again. Both of their lives change.

“He could take advantage of me at any point in time that he preferred; the fact that he didn’t made me both admire him and hate him both.”

 Shane is an upcoming fighter with a fantastic future but his past has damaged him. Preparing for the fight of his life, he doesn’t have time for a relationship.

It took almost losing her life to finally move on with it and make a choice she has feared for years. Not knowing if she is strong enough to be on her own, Shane helps her through it.

This story is about two people with devastating pasts, finding the strength to be better and stronger, learning from mistakes and moving forward.

“When walking away from something we were once committed to, we often hesitate. Deciding to make a major change in life is difficult. But we all reach a point when we’re done - done giving to a world that only takes. Until then, you’ll want, you’ll wait, and you’ll contemplate change. When you’re truly done, you’ll know. You’ll know when the time comes.”

This story touched me and yes, although there were some disturbing situations, I was able to see the message or at least the message that I interpreted which was, no matter where you come from or the situations you suffered through or witnessed, you can break the cycle! You aren’t a product of your environment. You can be that change. Abuse is no joke and people think “why doesn’t she just leave? She is lame for staying with him for so long.” Although this is just a story the abuse in this story is a very real problem that people live with daily.

Scott Heldreth did a fantastic job. It was heartfelt, kind, disturbing and romantic but what I loved most was that it showed Bravery, Courage and Respect.

It is a fantastic must read! 

 

My Interview with S.D Hildreth

 

KK Reviews: Have you always wanted to be a writer?

SDH: In some way, shape, or form, I have written my entire life. From poetry to newspaper articles, and now books, I have always written. To me, writing books is where I belong. I have never been happier. Short answer, yes.

KK Reviews: Do you write to music or do you need silence?

SDH: I listen to music. Sometimes, I have to change it up a little depending on my mood, but generally, I have a playlist that I listen to throughout the book I am writing. Over and over on repeat until I am done.

KK Reviews: Do you have a favorite place to write?

SDH: I can only write at my desk, looking out over the city in which I live. I cnat imagine doing it elsewhere.

KK Reviews: What authors do you admire? 

SDH: Nicole Krauss changed my mind about love. Fir that, I admire her.

KK Reviews: Was it difficult to write sex scenes? 

SDH: Sex scenes to me are like writing a scene about picking flowers or walking down a sidewalk. It's just words on paper.

KK Reviews: This book is based on true abuse correct? How much research did you have to do for the mindset of the victims as well as the mindset of the abuser?

SDH: The book isn't necessarily based on true abuse, but the abuse that I have seen women exposed to sticks with me. What I have on my website is accurate, correct, and true. The abuse described inspired me to write a book that all abused women can relate to. Additionally, I wanted to be certain to write it in a manner that allowed women in or out of a conventional relationship enjoy it as well.

KK Reviews: Who was your inspiration for Dekkar’s character? 

SDH: Actually, he's one hundred percent fiction. Well, except the part in the restaurant with the guy arguing with his wife. That actually happened. And in that instance, I was Shane.

KK Reviews: Prior to writing this story, was the subject of abuse something you thought of writing about?

SDH: I always think about writing about abuse. If you read my dedications, almost every one of them is directed toward abuse.

KK Reviews: The message in your book is fantastic. For me I got that you are strong enough to break the cycle and you are strong enough to leave a horrible situation. Have people thanked you? 

SDH: I have had multiple people email me and say that they were moved or touched by the content of the book, most of which either had a close friend in an abusive relationship or they were in an abusive relationship. That, in itself, is my reward.

KK Reviews: If you could be a character in your book, who would it be and why?

SDH: Kelsey. He gets to witness it all and enjoy it.

KK Reviews: If this book were to become a movie. Who would you cast in the main roles? 

SDH: Ripp would have to be Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. Shane, in my mind, would be Mark Wahlberg ten years ago. And Kace? Rachel Mc Adams.

Author Scott Hildreth's Inspiration for Writing Undefeated

My inspiration to write Undefeated, and the hope that it may inspire someone to get out of an abusive relationship, came from the events described below. The events below are true. The events in the book are not. The book is one hundred percent fiction.

One weekend, I had a girl get in touch with me that I had never met. She had received my telephone number from a friend of a friend. Frantic, she attempted to speak to me initially, but each time she tried, she was overcome with emotion.

This emotion filled silence continued for almost an hour, and then we then actually began to communicate, albeit slowly, and one-sided. I learned through the conversation (that lasted almost eight hours) that she was bound by her husband, and gang raped by his friends. This happened for a few days. Against, if I even need to state this, her will. She was in and out of consciousness for two days. Eventually, she was released. In shock and extremely poor health, she contacted me from a remote hotel room.

I struggled with this event, and how to handle it. I struggled with this more than I have struggled with almost anything in my life. Vengeance. At what point does one administer justice to someone that the courts will undoubtedly not punish properly? The punishment for this particular crime, regardless of what was imposed by the court, would not be sufficient for the crime committed.

I chose at the time to speak to another close female friend about the event, and get her opinion.

Although I could not speak to my friend about the person, the events, or the intimacies of the above mentioned conversation, we spoke for some time in general about God, about law and about the difference between what is right and what is wrong. I shared with her my thoughts of feeling a need to resolve this issue with the caller’s husband on my own. When the smoke cleared, I sat in a coffee shop and thought. I made a decision. “Put up again thy sword into his place; for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword.” I decided, for once in my life, that it was not my responsibility to resolve this issue. I contacted the authorities, called in a few favors from some friends in law enforcement, and the issue was dealt with in a manner in accordance with law.

My female friend, as always, proved extremely useful in her ability to convey her understanding of the message of God in a manner that I could listen to and accept. I have always struggled with attempting to do what is right (in my mind), and hoped that it was what was right in God’s eyes. I do not know that these things always were in line with one another.

Until now.

And now, a year later, the person from the incident above?

She is well. As well as she can be, considering all things. She is fortunate.

I struggle - still today - with thoughts of vengeance.

My struggle brought me to this.

I hope you enjoy.

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About the Author

 Readers, I will never forget the first time I actually felt as if I had helped someone resolve an issue in their life. I was in middle school. It started then, and has continued throughout my entire life. I have always made myself available to talk to people and resolve (or attempt to resolve) issues that they struggle with. Having an exceptional ability to communicate has always been a gift of mine, and I have enjoyed doing so. Telling stories has always been second nature to me. Writing has been a passion of mine since I was a child. I have written poetry, romance, self-help, addiction, alcoholism, codependency, technical, and satire. There isn't a genre or a topic that I feel more comfortable with. I enjoy writing about whatever it is that I feel passionate about at the time. Being open-minded and often seeing abusive relationships unfold, I have always been passionate about abuse, or the prevention of it. My main focus has always been people that are incapable of helping themselves, primarily women, children, and the elderly. I have talked to hundreds of women that were in abusive relationships, and assisted many of them in removing themselves from these relationships. I try to focus in my writings to develop a story that makes people stop and think. To look at a subject or subjects from a different point of view. If I am able to get my point across, and make the subject entertaining to the reader, I feel that I have met my objective. I feel that I have tremendous depth as a person, and have had some great experiences in my life. To date, what life has offered me has been nothing short of spectacular. My opinions, point of views, and perspectives on matters are just that; an opinion. There isn't necessarily a right or wrong in what I write, but more of a belief. I always believe in what I am writing, and I further believe that the reader may benefit from viewing it from the written perspective. I hope that you enjoy reading what I have written as much as I enjoy writing it. Nothing gives me greater satisfaction than knowing a reader enjoyed something I have written. Considering that, please take time to leave a book review if you have read something I have written.

Best Regards,

Scott Hildreth

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