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Character Interview: Devin Jones @SynithiaW #RLFblog

A Heart to Heal

Synithia Williams, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. We’re excited
to interview your character, Devin Jones from the book, A Heart to Heal.

Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: Crimson Romance
Cover artist: Crimson Romance
Length: approx 240 pages
Heat rating: Sensual
Blurb:
Shayla Monroe fled her hometown of Helena, South Carolina,
after a shocking situation broke the heart of the only guy she’d ever loved. Years
later, after losing her job in Atlanta
with her name once again shrouded in scandal, she has nowhere to go but home.
Now a devastatingly handsome and well-respected man, Devin Jones
became a successful doctor as a way to forget Shayla’s betrayal. When she returns
as infamously as she left, he plans to put aside old feelings and treat her as any
other person in town. But after looking into her soft brown eyes, the feelings he
thought long dead quickly rush to the surface.
Ignoring rumors, disapproval from family and friends, and promises
to avoid each other, the two become friends … then lovers. Devin wants all or
nothing, but Shayla, haunted by her past, is afraid their relationship will damage
what’s left of her reputation. Can two broken hearts survive the fight against past
and present demons to heal and find love?
Buy links:
Crimson Romance: http://www.crimsonromance.com/crimson-romance-ebooks/crimson-romance-books-by-author/synithia-williams/
What are your main characters’ names, ages, and occupations?
Hero: Devin Jones, 35, Doctor
Heroine: Shayla Monroe, 34, Unemployed due to an unfortunate incident

Interview with Devin Jones

Tell us about yourself.
Let’s see, I have my own medical practice in my hometown of Helena, SC.
I grew up here and always knew I wanted to come back and practice medicine. I became
interested medicine after my mom died of a brain aneurysm when I was in high school.
It was unexpected and difficult for me and my dad. I’m constantly on my dad about
his health now. Personally, I enjoy playing basketball with my friends and spending
time with my dad.
Tell us about Shayla.
Shayla. My dad says I’ve been trying to figure her out since
we were kids, and honestly he’s right. I knew who she was growing up, but it wasn’t
until high school when she braided my hair one summer that we connected. What can
I say, we just clicked. She became my best friend, the one person I could count
on. I had a crush on her, but never wanted to follow it up. Her dad had a reputation
that spilled over on her. So many guys were trying to push up on her. I was happy
to just be her friend. Unfortunately, something happened and it tore us apart. We
went years without speaking. When she first came back to town, rumors were flying
about what she’d gotten into. That’s the thing with Shayla, there are always rumors
about her situation. Usually unfounded…some legitimate. But that’s who she is.
She looked for love in all the wrong places. I’m ready to show her that she doesn’t
have to look anymore. I’ll never understand her, never have a dull moment with her,
and never stop loving her.
What do you think is your strongest point?
My strongest point? Hmmm. I’m the one my friends always come
to for advice. I pride myself on my ability to remain rational in tense situations.
Except when it comes to Shayla. I can never keep my cool where she’s concerned.
What would Shayla say is your strongest point?
I’m patient. She isn’t. When she’s impatient or nervous she taps
her hand or foot. I can usually calm her down. She seems to like that about me.
What would Shayla say is your biggest weakness?
Her. She used to think I deserved someone better. It took awhile
for her to realize she’s had my heart from the moment we met.
What was it like where you grew up?
My hometown hasn’t changed much. I grew up, and still live in,
Helena, SC.
It’s a small town about an hour or so from the capital of Columbia. It has its benefits: everyone knows
everyone, a sense of community, no traffic. But it has cons as well. The biggest
is a result of one of the benefits. Because everyone knows everyone gossip runs
rampant. I don’t like people in my business or getting unwelcome advice on my love
life. I’ve had a lot of that since rekindling my relationship with Shayla.

About the Author

Synithia Williams has enjoyed romance novels since she was 13
years old, so it’s no surprise that she began writing her own. When she isn’t reading
or writing, she’s working on sustainability initiatives in the Midlands of South
Carolina. She lives with her husband, Eric, and two boys.

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You Can’t Plan Love
Worth the Wait

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