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Historical Romance Review: Stormfire by Christine Monson

Posted on April 4, 2021November 11, 2022 by IntrovertReader

Christine Monson’s novel, Stormfire is the ultimate in bodice-ripping, a tale of two mentally unstable people and their violent, intense love.

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Podcast: Discussing Bodice Rippers and Historical Romance

Posted on April 3, 2021August 9, 2026 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Sweet Savage Flame has launched its inaugural podcast, diving into the iconic bodice-ripper romance genre.

Favorite Historical Romance Author Poll

Posted on April 2, 2021October 2, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Click on the poll to choose your favorite historical romance author. Leave a comment and let’s talk romance!

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Posted on April 2, 2021September 4, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Hello, there! Hope all of you in the northern hemisphere are enjoying the return of Spring. To those folks located in the southern hemisphere, enjoy your Autumn, as it too is a beautiful time of year.

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Welcome to Sweet Savage Flame

Posted on March 30, 2021September 23, 2022 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Hello to all lovers of bodice rippers and vintage historical romances (pre-21st Century). Historical romance isn’t what it used to be. The romance genre has evolved greatly over the years, but there remains a soft spot in my heart for the books of old.

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