Blog Tour: Truth by Aleatha Romig Review, Interview, & Giveaways

  Claire Nichols endured the CONSEQUENCES of Anthony Rawlings’ vendetta. When she first arrived to his home, her goal was survival. Through strength and compartmentalization Claire captivated her captor. Her resilience in the face of his rule threatened Anthony’s well developed plan. Domination became desire and power turned to love. Their passion and adoration in a world of opulence appeared perfect. Yet, reality was a roller coaster of emotion. Claire’s world teetered on the edge of sanity as Antony monitored her every move. When given the opportunity to flee, Claire drove away. A fateful decision which set a well laid plan into motion. However, unbeknownst to either of them, there were others who saw past the perfect facade of Anthony Rawlings. There were others who saw the TRUTH. Conspiracy and unfulfilled promises result in an early prison release for Claire. Not just a release – a pardon. According to the law, her crime never happened! Will it be that easy? Faced with freedom from her past... can Claire seize it? Can she build a new life, mend her broken spirit, become the woman she once was, and seek her own revenge? Or is it all a game? And does the game master have different plans? How does Sophia Burke fit into the puzzle that is Tony and Claire? Will her presence affect the future of this well esteemed man? Can he dominate twice? Is that his goal? TRUTH continues the tumultuous saga of CONSEQUENCES, introduces new players, and uncovers more intrigue. Aleatha Romig skillfully weaves past transgressions through current deception to create a fervent world of obsessed desire. In this reality can an all-consuming relationship survive? When buried sins are discovered they threaten not only Tony and Claire’s future -- but their very lives! Will the TRUTH be revealed in time?

5 Stars

When we last left Tony in Consequences I was hurt. Her hurt Claire and not just physically but emotionally 

But more than just hurt I was ANGRY!! Let's just get this out there. I HATED TONY!! Yeah, I wanted to beat that man and make him suffer. In my mind there was no way I could ever be Team Tony

BUT that little part of me that was hurt still loved Tony

In TRUTH I fell in love with Claire, she grew stronger. The woman she became amazed me. She went through so much with Tony and still she goes on. When confronted with Tony even though scared she stood up to him. I never felt so proud for a character. 

And even though Claire revealed her truth to Tony there was still so much that was kept hidden.

New characters are introduced. 

New lies are revealed. 

Claire has a decision to make. 

Every page had me scared and excited for the next paragraph. You don't know who to trust. You don't know who is really who they say they are. At some point during the story I started to believe that even my dog was in on this crazy conspiracy that Aleatha has constructed. 

Now I know I said I hated Tony but in Truth this Tony Rawlings was not the same man we knew in Consequences. In Truth I fell for Tony. I was rooting for Tony & Claire. And when I say I fell for Tony I mean I fell for him hard! This Tony Rawlings still has that raw power but shows it with love and it's so damn sexy. OMG! This Tony had me deep in lust. I needed Tony. I wanted Tony. I HAD TO HAVE TONY!!

Now I'm all TeamTony and praying at my Aleatha alter that she has mercy on me and gives me a light at the end of the tunnel. And you know what for a split second I was dumb enough to believe that this evil author would be nice and grant me my prayer. HA!! You see this is the great thing about Aleatha.... she mind fucks me over and over and for some reason I keep coming back for more!! (I wonder if she does this to her family, I bet she does, this woman is insane!)  

So as I said, for that split second I trusted in Aleatha and then BAM!! 

You see where I'm at again. I'm a mess. WHAT IS GOING ON!!!?!! 

AND then AGAIN I thought "This is it, OMG this is insane. Again. HOW?!" I feel for Aleatha's little mind games just like she wanted. She had me so good. I was mad at her. I mean, how could she do this to me!  

Well little did I know she wasn't done writing her evil ways. Here I am trying to figure out where I went wrong in my reading when SHE DOES IT AGAIN! 

OUT OF NOWHERE!!!! When I think it's safe to believe something, everything just flies out the window and I'm left....

WOW! Consequences and Truth is a MUST read. This series is one of my top favorites. I love not being able to figure anything out. I love being scared to read the next page. I love crying for a character that I've grown to know as a friend. I love being in lust with a hot alpha male. This series is perfect!

AMAZON          B&N     

*******EXCERPT*******

Quietly, she moved next to him and touched his elbow. Lost in thought and startled by the contact, he turned his gaze to her. She watched as his blue eyes devoured and his expression morphed. She was only inches away, her face clean of makeup and tears, her hair brushed, and wearing a silk, floor length, light green nightgown.

She remained motionless, nervously awaiting his response. When he didn’t speak, she tried for levity, “You’re awfully tall to sleep on that sofa.”

Keeping his eyes fixed to hers, he replied, “I was thinking the same thing as I put the blanket there.” His hand gently went to Claire’s shoulder, teasing the delicate spaghetti strap. She closed her eyes and exhaled, causing her breasts to move as her lungs deflated.

In unison, they stepped forward. Her nipples hardened as they brushed the silk nightgown and pushed against his hard chest. They’d been close to this numerous times, always stopping before making the ultimate leap.

Claire knew the consequence of her clothing choice. She had shorts and t-shirts for her morning work-outs. If she’d chosen that for her sleeping attire, she’d have sent an entirely different message. But she didn’t. Her decision wasn’t made hastily; she’d been debating it for weeks.

Harry’s voice resonated deeper than usual, “You’ve had a long night. Don’t you want some sleep?”

Her body shivered with anticipation, and her response came breathily, “Eventually.”

He pulled her petite frame to him. Within his embrace, her body became liquid, molding against his. “Are you sure? I didn’t come here for this.”

She nodded, smiling a shy tight lipped smile and wrapping her arms around his muscular torso. “I know. You came because you were worried about me.”

It was Harry’s turn to nod.

She strained her tip toes to kiss his cheek, “And, I appreciate your concern.”

He lifted his brows, “So, this is your way of saying thank you?”

Claire gazed through her lashes, “No. I said thank you, I think. This is what I want.”

With only a moment’s hesitation, he took her hand and led her toward the bedroom. Her insecurities faded with each step. When they reached the threshold, Harry stopped and asked, “Are you letting me in, or pushing him out?”

Claire’s smile faded as she contemplated the question she wished he’d never asked. Feeling the warmth of the hand that encased hers, she replied honestly, “At the risk of losing you to the sofa, I don’t know.”

He reached down and scooped Claire into his arms. She giggled in surprise as her feet left the ground. “At the risk of sounding like a man, at this moment, I don’t give a damn. I just want to be sure you know what you’re doing.”

She wrapped her arms around his neck and spoke with purposeful breaths into his ear. “I promise I know exactly what I’m doing. It’s you and your actions I’m uncertain about.” She nuzzled his neck. “The anticipation is driving me crazy.”

His blue eyes twinkled, “Ms. Nichols, crazy is just the way I like you.” When he laid Claire upon the king sized bed her long chestnut hair fanned behind her lovely face, highlighting the intense shimmer of her emerald eyes. After kissing her sweet lips he expressed his appreciation of his observation, “You are so beautiful!”

Claire felt her cheeks blush as she lifted her head to watch Harry pull his shirt over his head. She’d seen his bare chest before, usually when they’d worked out together. Tonight she stared, thinking it looked wider than she’d remembered. The sight of it heaving with each breath, took her breath away. Happily, she replied, “I must say, I like my view, too.” Her smile flowed from her lips, to her cheeks, and settled in her glittering green eyes.

When he started to unbuckle his belt, Claire sat up and asked, “May I?” Harry nodded and watched as Claire reached for the buckle. 

Q&A

1. Do you listen to music while writing? If so, what’s your favorite?

Sometimes. When I do listen to music it is usually Elton John, Billy Joel, or jazz. I truly like 

quiet.

2. Is there a snack and/or drink that you always have to have while writing?

If it is earlier in the day, I love my coffee. As the day progresses, I like iced tea—then if it is after dinner, I tend to like wine!

3. Did anything inspire you to write “Consequences” and “Truth”? Or was it more random than anything?

I believe it was more random. I had the “thought” of the opening scene of Consequences. Everything has grown from that. The characters have taken on lives and personalities of their own. I’ve loved watching them blossom!

4. Do you have any advice for aspiring writers, like myself? What is something that you learned as an experienced writer, that you wish you knew before publishing your first book?

Ha ha! I love that you consider me “experienced”—I don’t. I consider myself new in this amazing world. That said, I’ve learned a lot in the short time I’ve been in the writing world, and I continue to learn more all the time! Just last week I was in Atlanta at the RWA national meeting. I walked away so inspired by the successful authors, I quit my job!

What I’ve learned personally, is to write what you love—write what you know—write what you want to read. You aren’t alone. If you enjoy writing it, someone will enjoy reading it. (and some won’t—but that’s all right).  I’ve also learned that there is an AMAZING network of authors who are incredibly generous with their knowledge. All you need to do is ask.

At RWA I learned I need to write—write—write! The truly successful authors are producing books at an amazing pace. That is why I knew I needed to leave my dental hygiene job. It wasn’t an easy decision.  I loved my coworkers, dentist, and patients, but I just couldn’t do it all anymore. I decided writing needs to be my priority.

5. Can you name some funny and/or random things that happened while you were writing “Truth”? (It can be something that happened in the story, or something that happened with your family. Anything at all!)

I wrote about six beginnings to Truth. That’s based on the Epilogue of Consequences. I took the story many different directions. It wasn’t until I came to terms with where I wanted the story to go that I was finally able to start truly writing. Once I did, Mr. Jeff told me that no one would like it. He said the readers would be upset. It wasn’t that I didn’t care—but, I can’t write that way. I have to write what I want to write.

I’ve learned that it isn’t possible to please EVERYONE. Therefore, I’ve decided to please myself. Funny thing—the ratings and reviews are fantastic for Truth.

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Aleatha Romig is a bestselling author, who has been voted #1 "New Author to Read" on Goodreads July 2012 - Present! She was also #9 most followed author on Goodreads - July / August 3013.

Aleatha has lived most of her life in Indiana growing-up in Mishawaka, graduating from Indiana University, and currently living south of Indianapolis. Together with her high-school sweetheart and husband of twenty six years, they've raised three children. She works days as a dental hygienist but enjoys spending her nights writing. When not imagining mind-blowing twists and turns, she likes to spend time with her family and friends. Her pastimes include exercising, reading and creating heros/ anti-heros who haunt your dreams!

Aleatha enjoys traveling, especially when there is a beach involved. In 2011 she had the opportunity to visit Sydney, Australia to visit her daughter studying at the University of Wollongong. Her dream is to travel to places in her novels and around the world.

CONSEQUENCES, her first novel, was released August 2011 by Xlibris Publishing. October 2012 Ms. Romig rereleased CONSEQUENCES as an Indie author. TRUTH, the sequel, was released October 30, 2012 and CONVICTED, the final installment of the Consequences Series, is scheduled for release in October of 2013!

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