Clarissa: A Clean & Wholesome American Historical Romance by Jean Jacobsen - Historical Romance - Tragedy brings them together. Will love tear them apart?


Book Details:

Book Title: Clarissa: A Clean & Wholesome American Historical Romance by Jean Jacobsen
Category: Adult Fiction (18+) , 324 pages
Genre: Historical Romance
Publisher: Jean Jacobsen
Release date: Feb 2020
Content Rating: G: Wholesome
Book Description:

Tragedy brings them together. Will love tear them apart?

New York City, 1832. Clarissa Tanner is carefree and lighthearted until the sudden death of her parents. Forced to pay off family debts or lose her horse farm, she's given one choice: auction off her beloved horses or reluctantly enter 1830s New York Society social season to face the dreaded marriage market.

Nicholas is a man on a mission, searching for his missing brother. Fearing Liam may be the victim of foul play, Nicholas needs to keep a low-profile while conducting his search. He takes a position as a dance instructor, providing refresher lessons to the beautiful but distracted Clarissa.

Clarissa and Nicholas find a connection through grief and movement as they fight their attraction to one another. Will they give in to their desires and find true love or will family obligations keep them apart?

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Clarissa – Q & A 
Interview with Jean Jacobsen, Author of Clean 19th-Century Historical Romance

Jean Jacobsen is an exciting new voice in the clean and wholesome historical romance genre. Her debut novel, Clarissa, has captured the hearts of readers with its strong heroine, roguish hero, and captivating storytelling set in 19th-century America. In this interview, Jean shares insights into her writing process, inspiration, and upcoming projects.

Q-What inspired you to write 19th-century American adventure tales?

A-   “Clarissa” popped into my head and wouldn’t leave me alone until I wrote her story. My   love of history and romance novels are a perfect fit.

Q-What is your writing process like?

A-   I usually start with an idea or a character, and then I do a lot of research. I read books, watch movies, and visit museums to get a sense of the time and place. Then I start drafting, and I revise and edit until I'm happy with the story. I try to write every day, even if it's just for a few minutes.

Q-Who is your favorite character that you've written, and why?

A-   That's a tough question! I have a soft spot for all my characters, but I think my favorite is probably Clarissa from my debut novel. She's a strong, independent woman who's not afraid to stand up for herself and what she believes in. Plus, she gets to go on some exciting adventures in the series!

Q-What do you think sets your books apart from other historical romances?

A-   I think what sets my books apart is the focus on adventure and action. I love a good romance as much as the next person, but I also want my readers to be on the edge of their seats, wondering what's going to happen next. I try to balance the romance with plenty of excitement and danger.

Q-What can readers expect from your upcoming books?

A-   The second book in the series, "Liam," is set in the Hudson River Valley near New York City, readers can follow the adventure of the missing brother from book one in the series, "Clarissa". Liam discovered a plot to divert funds from his family's holdings and escapes with ledgers and one-half of a treasure map. Battered and half-dead, Liam finds refuge in Erin's Inn. Together with the innkeeper, Erin, they hunt for treasure and find love in each other.


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Jean Jacobsen is an award-winning storyteller of Sweet, Historical Romance. Featuring strong female characters, roguish heroes, and 19th Century adventure tales. She pens stories that transcend the heart and always have a happy ending. Because of Jean’s deep passion for history, she includes real events from the time period, making her stories come to life as they transport you to a by-gone era. Join her on the next adventure.

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