The revised edition of "Arranged Marriage: The Lost Bet" is finished, for now anyway! I'm considering adding more spicy scenes. I'm also working on my latest book, "The Royal Beauty," which Some message me referring to it as "SMUTT"? If someone could please tell me what that is I would appreciate it 😂.
Yes before you ask, I am writing Books 2 and 3 of "Arranged." I wrote Arranged in 2014, The book needed a heavy edit and complete restructure, doing so will help shape the other books.
I hope you're enjoying the updated version of "The Lost Bet," which features extended chapters and removed content. I would appreciate your feedback!
Who are your favorite characters, and what do you like about them?
Is there anything you would change about the book?
Do you enjoy spicy scenes, and would you like to see more included?
Note: David will not be removed from the story! I know his Character was loved and hated, but that Character was based on a true experience.
His presence was crucial, even though his time was limited. I love how Lucas pays tribute to him at the end of "The Lost Bet."
Removing David would alter the entire second half of the book and change Lucas's character development. Arianna needed that deep, raw heartbreak to reconnect with Lucas, and David helped bring out Lucas's vulnerability.
To address some frequently asked questions:
No, David is not based on Lane Frost. I grew up in a small country town in Ohio where bull riding is popular. While it's thrilling, it also comes with a lot of danger. I enjoyed attending rodeos to watch my guy friends and boyfriend ride.
I used to be a firefighter/EMT, so I drew from my own experiences when crafting Arianna's initial career in the book.
Regarding the women's reactions to Lucas, yes, I've witnessed similar behavior in real life! 😂
The Black Friday shopping scene, including the stabbing at Target, is based on a true event I experienced while waiting in line.
The playful banter between Lucas and Brandon reflects my husband and brother's interactions, especially concerning football and movies. I love capturing those cute moments in my writing to cherish them forever.
Bentley, oh sweet Bentley—his death truly hits hard. I wrote that scene while grappling with the loss of my grandpa and the letters he left for my dad. The letter in the book was adapted to reflect Lucas's journey and emotions, but the depth of feeling behind it comes from my personal experience with loss. It was an emotional moment for me to write, and I hope it resonates with readers on a deep level as well.
These are some of the most common questions I've received. As for Nikos, I'm keeping quiet about him for now! 😅😉
Some events in the book are inspired by true experiences, though the killings were added for thrill. Lucas and Brandon have a dark past, which will be further explored, along with Nikos, in the upcoming books. Nikos will appear more in Book 2, and as readers of "The Lost Bet" know, he tends to show up when danger is near.
Nikos will also have his own story in the third and final book of the "Arranged" series.
If you have any Questions! Comment or message happy to answer them all.
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Arranged Marriage: The Lost Bet
RomanceAt 23, Arianna Anderson believed her life was nearly perfect until her father gambled away everything they had, forcing her to marry Lucas Carter. Lucas Carter, 28, CEO of Carter Hotels, is a man who can have anything he wants and doesn't tolerate n...
