Recently Elle Kennedy agreed to answer some questions for us about her Killer Instincts series, including her latest release, Midnight Alias. Â We’re excited to share that interview with you here on Book Binge.
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- Can you tell us a bit about your inspiration for writing female assassins?
I love strong female characters! What appeals to me specifically about female assassins is that they take that strength, power, and self-confidence to the next level. Â But my heroines, no matter how lethal they can be, also have a softer, more vulnerable side. Â I think women are complex and dynamic; we are strong and powerful, but we also have a strong need for an emotional connection with other people in our lives.
- What kind of research did you do?
I do quite a bit of research actually. I try to make sure that what I write about is accurate and believable.  My research can take the form of picking my friends’ brains about hockey or horses, or flying to California to talk to naval officers.  I like to travel to the places I write about, not just so I can describe them accurately, but also to get a feel for the people and culture.  I like to get absorbed in the place—that way, the writing and characters are much more alive for me.
- What can readers expect from the series?
They can expect action, a lot of suspense, and some kickass characters whose stories are hard to forget. Â Oh, and of course, some hot romance!
- Are you planning a set number of books in the series?
Right now I’m contracted for five books, but there are so many side characters who I think should get their own stories!  In my head, I’m envisioning 10 books, but that’s not set in stone.
- Will you tell us about Luke and Olivia?
Luke and Olivia are both loyal to a fault, have a need to help others, and will make any sacrifice as long as the people they love are happy. Â But while Olivia is serious and in need of some stability in her life, Luke is reckless and always ready for a new adventure.
It was a lot of fun to pair a heroine who’s looking for a “normal”, nine-to-five partner with a hero who lives life on the edge and doesn’t care much for schedules. When the two of them are on the page together, the sparks fly. 🙂
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Thanks so much to Elle Kennedy for stopping by the blog to talk to us. It’s always such a pleasure to have great authors on the blog. Â
Her Killer Instincts series sounds like a winner so if you’re interested in reading them, here’s the reading order:
Leave a comment for a chance to win a copy of Midnight Alias. US only. Please note: you must include a valid email address with your comment to be eligible.
I love strong female heroines with a softer side…too many UF heroines tend to be hardened by ‘life’ or ‘bad experience’
thanks for the opportunity
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This sounds like a great book, and good to know that it will be a series:)
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Sounds good, whoo
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Congrats to Elle on the new release. I’m hoping Isabel and Trevor make an appearance in “Midnight Alias.”
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I read your review. I can appreciate that this book is darker (and perhaps more realistic). I wouldn’t want to read something like it every day, but I get tired of romantic suspense where the suspense portion is sanitized and barely exists, it’s just an excuse for the couple to be thrown together 24/7.
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Congrats on the release. Midnight Alias sounds fantastic.Can’t wait to read it. I love reading stories with strong heroines who don’t need a man to take care of them. Thanks for the great interview and giveaway.
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I really enjoy kick ass heroines. Simpering, fainting characters are not for me. Looking forward to reading your new books.
I love a couple that in many ways are opposites but come together in a joint goal.
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Sounds like interesting research.
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Congrats on the release! I cant wait to read it.
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