Friday, July 29, 2016

The Gun Runner Blog Tour: Interview + Giveaway

http://kismetbooktours.com/2016/06/the-gun-runner-by-scott-hildreth/

Happy Friday Everyone! Today I'm joined on the blog by author Scott Hildreth as part of the promotional tour for his newest contemporary romance, The Gun Runner. Scott was nice enough to answer a few questions for me about bad boys, relationships, and crime families, so I hope you guys enjoy the interview and add this one to your lists:)

What are three things that make Tripp a true bad boy rather than a more romanticized version of one?

Tripp’s experiences as a US Marine have left him with the belief that he is invincible. This belief, be it accurate or not, have left him fearing no one. This lack of fear allows him to push boundaries that a normal man wouldn’t come close to even approaching. Three things that I believe support his belief are:
  • When approached (and threatened) by the mafia boss, his response was “tell him to go f*ck himself”
  • When provided many opportunities to walk away from potential harm, he repeatedly chooses to walk right into the middle of it (saving a woman from being raped, ridding a movie theatre of a man who is a nuisance, saving a woman from being assaulted, defusing a live bomb…)
  • Saks Fifth Avenue dressing room sex scene.

Terra comes from a family capable of truly terrible things. What is her biggest fear regarding her family (other than that Tripp will find out who she is)?

Loss. Criminals are eventually captured. Considering the crimes her family commits, she realizes the strict penalty (should anyone be caught) would split her family apart.

If Terra could give her pre-Tripp self a few words of advice about what was in store for her in their relationship, what she say?

Regarding relationships, never keep secrets.

Looking forward to book two, what one word would both Tripp and Terra use to describe the events that unfold?

Unbelievable.

Thanks so much for stopping by Scott!

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THE GUN RUNNER


Tripp

Once, I took down terrorists on the front lines as a marine.

Now I'm in the business of bad.

I've sold guns to people others might not approve of.

I've eliminated the criminals, the lowlifes and the thugs who've tread on my turf.

And I looked the Sicilian Mafia boss in the eye and told him to f*** off.

No one tells me no, unless it's their last word.

I didn't just act the part of bad—I lived it. Then she stumbled into my life.

I tried to stay away from her. Tried focusing on moving my merchandise. But one smile from Terra was like a shot to the heart.

She's mine now. And no one threatens what's mine.

Terra

I've seen a lot of terrible things in my life.

I grew up around lies and deception, and I ran away from all of them.

Until I met him.

I knew he was corrupt. I knew he was dangerous.

I should have stayed away, but my attraction to him, my need for him, overrode my logic.

Now I love him.

If he finds out who I am, we're done and I'll be nothing.

I never wanted to be the Mafia princess they tried to make me, but mia familia had other plans. And what mia familia wants…it gets.

Only Michael Tripp can save me.



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SCOTT HILDRETH

Born In San Diego California, Scott now calls Wichita, Kansas home. Residing in Kansas with his wife, Jessica, and six children, he somehow finds twelve hours a day to work on his writing.

Addicted to riding his Harley-Davidson, tattoos, and drinking coffee, Scott can generally be found in a tattoo shop, on his Harley, or in a local coffee house when not writing.

Scott is a hybrid author who both self-publishes and conventionally publishes. Look for a three book (mafia erotic romance) series releasing in 2016 through Harlequin Romance.

Loyal to the fans, fan girls, and faithful followers who allowed him to make writing a full-time career, Scott communicates with his followers on Facebook almost daily. He encourages his readers to follow him on Facebook and Twitter.


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12 comments:

  1. Never keeping secrets from one another is great advice. ;) Great interview!

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  2. Ooh a bad boy who isn't afraid of a mafia boss huh? And I'm curious about the sexy times in a dressing room! ;)

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  3. Ooh, dressing room sex? Of course that's my big take-away from this interview! ;) Anyway, my curiosity is piqued--will be looking into this one for sure! :)

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  4. I have a fascination with mafias and marines. Combine them together, and it will not take a lot to convince me to read a book. Thanks for sharing!

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  5. Oh interesting. Tripp does sound interesting (and I have to laugh at Keertana's comment! I totally picked up on that as well). Might have to check this one out.

    Happy Friday!

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  6. Your interview obviously asked the right questions to stir up such interest in this book. I think it will be added to many to be read list!! Well don

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  7. Sounds exciting! Thanks for the post!

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  8. I didn't know about this one so thanks for the little interview!

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  9. Sounds like Tripp and I would get along fine. Except I prefer Victoria Secret fitting room. lol. Kidding. No I'm not. :P

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  10. Sounds like a good read and I think I'll like Tripp

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