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    Meet Patricia Bates @PatBAuthor Author of Chains of Rome #RLFblog #HistoricalRomance

    Meet Patricia Bates @PatBAuthor Author of Chains of Rome #RLFblog #HistoricalRomancePatricia Bates, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about Chains of Rome.

    Chains of Rome by Patricia Bates

    Genre Historical Romance set in Ancient Rome

    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R

    Born a slave, Salaria has served her mistress, Roman noblewoman Icilia, from childhood. Skilled with medicines and potions, she’s served as both her body slave and healer. From her position at Icilia’s side Salaria’s bore witness to countless indiscretions.

    To protect herself and the slave children of the villa, Salaria has kept her mistress’s secrets safe. When she unwittingly humiliates Icilia, Salaria is punished severely and thrown out of the house and into the slave quarters attached to the barn.

    Her fate – to serve the men training to be gladiators.

    Recently taken from the battlefield, war chieftain Tritus has no love of Rome. His hatred deepens when he sees how Salaria, a spirited yet compassionate woman, is treated. To protect her, Tritus begins to train her as a gladiator.

    But the longer they’re together, the more they yearn for each other. In Tritus, Salaria finds a man of honor, of integrity who sees her as an equal. A man who doesn’t fear her or want to crush her beneath his heel. Love, however, is a luxury no slave can afford.

    Pushed together for survival, they find themselves drawn to each other. But their futures are uncertain and one slip could mean they’re torn from each other’s arms forever.

    Can they survive the fight for freedom and their hearts in the face of dark secrets and deep betrayals?

    **Content Warning – Contains graphic scenes of violence, sex, and gore.

    Tell us about yourself as a person.

    What is your personality type?

    I’m an introverted extrovert, I enjoy socializing when I’m away from home, but for me the quiet calm of my office is my favorite place.

    What was your favorite childhood game?

    Cowboys. Growing up out of town, our neighbors had livestock and I love riding horses so I was often at my neighbors helping out around the yard and barn.

    What is your favorite subject to talk about?

    History – love history. Which is why I love writing about it and often when not talking about writing talk about historical trivia.

    What is your favorite book?

    Um just one? I have a dozen favorites in many different genres. One that’s stuck with me the longest is Sackett Brand by Louis L’Amour.

    What is your favorite meal?

    Scalloped potatoes

    Tell us about yourself as a writer.

    What made you want to be a writer?

    I’ve always loved the written word – when I was little it was the challenge of keeping up with my older sister then it grew into a compulsion.

    What are your favorite books for writing advice?

    K.M Weiland – she has an amazing amount of non-fiction writing books which are absolutely gold.

    What are your favorite reference books?

    Craig Marten Release Strategies, Plot Your Romance Novel by Natasha James, and Chicago Manual of Style

    When you go to a convention, what kinds of things do you take along?

    I haven’t been to one yet, but swag for giveaways, copies of my books in print and my laptop set up so people can purchase their ebook copies immediately if they desire to.

    What’s your best advice for a new writer?

    Write a business plan for yourself and work on your author base (website, social media, newsletter) with your writing as your main priority.

    What are your writing goals for the next year or so?

    To finish the WIPs I have on my desk at the moment – which total five and then work on new ideas.

    Where to buy Chains of Rome

    Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08ZK5FG31
    Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/chains-of-rome-patricia-bates/1139170051
    Kobo https://www.kobo.com/ca/en/ebook/chains-of-rome

    Patricia Bates Social Media

    Patricia Bates is a Canadian romance author writing in her favorite genre: Historical Romance. She recently expanded her genres to include Contemporary Suspense and Romantic Suspense with a gothicesque feel.
    Patricia has developed a unique writing style to reflect her passion for history and strong, independent characters. Her stories feature characters of strength and integrity, with their own unique flaws.
    She has two Best Sellers under her belt for Champagne Books and Beachwalk Press.
    Her best selling Master’s Mistress has signed with an agent and they are actively seeking to get it made into a feature-length film. She recently released a Dark Romantic Suspense romance and is set to release another historical romance in 2021.
    Website https://www.patriciabates.com
    Twitter https://www.twitter.com/PatBAuthor
    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Patriciabatesauthor
    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/patriciabatesauthor
    Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/patriciabates
    BookBub https://www.bookbub.com/authors/patricia-bates
    Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.ca/Patricia-Bates/e/B003UTR7UE
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