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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?
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- How did you become interested in writing clean and wholesome historical romance set in the 19th century?
- I have always been fascinated by the 19th century and its societal norms, especially how women navigated within those constraints. As for clean and wholesome romance, I believe that love stories can be just as powerful without resorting to explicit content. I want my readers to be able to enjoy my books without worrying about inappropriate content.
Q-What inspired the story of Clarissa?
- She popped into my head and wouldn’t leave me alone until I wrote her story. Clarissa is a young woman who is forced to navigate the high society marriage mart to save her family’s horse farm. She is not looking for a prince to rescue her, but instead, she must rely on her own strength and resourcefulness.
Q- Your books feature strong heroines and roguish heroes. How do you create such compelling characters?
- I believe that characters are the heart of any story. For me, it starts with developing a strong sense of who they are, their motivations, and desires. I also like to give them flaws and vulnerabilities, which makes them more relatable and human.
Q- What can readers expect from your upcoming projects?
- Liam is the second book in the series, which follows a new set of characters but is still set in the same world as Clarissa. It’s a story of redemption and forgiveness, with a large dash of suspense and adventure.
Q- What advice would you give to aspiring writers in the clean and wholesome historical romance genre?
- Write the story that you want to read. Don’t worry about trends or what’s popular. Focus on creating compelling characters and a story that resonates with you. And don’t give up, even if it takes a while to get published. Persistence is key.
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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