Trey,
I'm not sure Julian cares so much for the 'bodice-ripper' romances. She's just a bit strait-laced that way. Heck, she's still blushing over my description of my inner editor!
As for the rapists, well, I'm sure they'd take one look at our Julian and run as fast as they can in the opposite direction! It's that hard glint in her eye - it takes a man with real balls not to quail at that.
Speaking of internal editors, Olen, I'm glad I could brighten your day!
Thanks to every one else for your encouragement!
I may not update this again until the end of the month, but if anyone wants to keep an eye on my
word count, feel free to do so! Oh, and the partial synopsis and the second chapter under the novel information chapter.