Comments on: THE ALPHA VIRGIN – A RARE BREED By PJ Ausdenmore

By: Hilary

Hilary — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 23:56:20 +0000

I have not read this book yet but I have to agree with you in the Alpha/Virgin Hero aspect. I absolutly love any romance novel with a Virgin Hero because, like you, I am territorial about my romance novel heroes and don’t like the thought of them being with another woman apart from their true love. Since you have brought this book to my attention, I will add it to my list of books to read. If you haven’t read it already, another one you might like is ‘The Naked Duke’ by Sally Mackenzie. I’d have to say that the only real complaint I have about this rare breed is that 90% of the time the hero is a virgin but the woman is not. But that’s really a whole other ballgame. I have to say most of the stories I write for my own pleasure have an Alpha/Virgin male. I hope to find more books with this rare breed and again I thank you for bringing this one to my attention.

Hilary

By: PJ

PJ — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 21:21:37 +0000

Hi Eloisa! Thanks for stopping by. Sorry about the sickness in the house yesterday. I hope things are better today.

A nerdy scientist who is also a virgin? I’m looking forward to seeing how that one plays out!

By: Eloisa James

Eloisa James — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 14:17:01 +0000

Hi everybody!

I know I missed the boat yesterday — I wanted to stop by and say hi. So, late, Hi!

And PJ, thank you for this thoughtful piece on Simeon’s virginity. He seems to have struck such an interesting chord with readers… the interesting thing (ahem) is that I have a male virgin planned for my next series too. But he’s a nerdy scientist.

Mind you, this is years ahead of time. I have to let these people brew in my mind for a couple of years before they hit the page.

best to all,
Eloisa

By: PJ

PJ — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 22:48:06 +0000

I like that he was a virgin and what made it more real and believable is when he tells Isadore (out of context) he is a virgin but still pleasures himself, doesn’t she peasure herself?

Oh, I loved that scene and the one in the carriage where he offers to demonstrate to prove that his “equipment” really does work!

By: Kimberly

Kimberly — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 22:17:12 +0000

I like that he was a virgin and what made it more real and believable is when he tells Isadore (out of context) he is a virgin but still pleasures himself, doesn’t she peasure herself?

By: Karin

Karin — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 18:41:51 +0000

I’m definitely looking forward to reading this one and will probably be moving it up my list of books. Simeon sounds fantastic and I love the idea of him being such a strong character that he can resist giving in to his sexual urges – definitely a strength and not a weakness. I’m pretty sure the alpha/virgin hero will work for me.

By: Irisheyes

Irisheyes — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 17:16:14 +0000

I can’t believe I missed all those virgin heroes, Janga! I’ve read almost every one of those books and loved each one. My brain’s not working at full capacity today. I’m still hungover from Xmas shopping all day yesterday.

PJ, you’ve got to read Forbidden. A very good book and I love Francis Middlethorpe.

Gannon, I think I’m one of the few who haven’t ventured into Gabaldon territory. I actually took Outlander home from the library sometime last summer and it was just too daunting for me. I looked and looked at it and never dove in! LOL I’m not too fond of time travel. I do love the time period the book is set in, but I think the biggest stopper is it’s size! Very overwhelming. Or maybe I’m just getting lazy in my old age and don’t want to invest the time needed. It is on my list, though.

By: PJ

PJ — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:38:19 +0000

Thanks for stopping by, Janga! I knew you’d have some fascinating heroes to add to the mix. You know, I’ve read a lot of Jo Bev’s books but I somehow overlooked Forbidden. Obviously, that’s an omission I need to correct soon.

By: Janga

Janga — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:17:19 +0000

Another great blog, PJ!

I think Simeon is another of EJ’s extraordinary heroes. She is particularly skilled at creating heroes who twist the conventions. Sebastian, Marquess Bonnington, in her first Duchess series is another virginal hero who is a remarkable character. What persistence that man had! Then there’s the inept Rees and Mayne in Josie’s pink gown.

Jo Beverley’s Francis Middlethorp is another wonderful hero who is a virgin. Forbidden is one of Jo Bev’s most popular novels. Pamela Morsi, back in the days when she was writing American historicals, also created some unforgettable virgin heroes: Jesse Best in Simple Jess, Jedwin Sparrow in Wild Oats, and Armand Sonnier in The Love Charm.

All these characters are very different from one another; not all of them are alphas. But they are all facscinating heroes of great strength and virisimilitude.

By: Gannon

Gannon — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 15:54:00 +0000

Jamie–from my blog yesterday–although a virgin, would never be classified as weak. Definitely alpha, in all the good ways!

Good point, Irisheyes!