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Moonlight Romance #1
Midnight Caller
Life without love is painful, but in the Reconstruction Era South forbidden fruit can be deadly. A fiery romance between a widow and an African-American man has more consequences than either of them imagined. Slavery has ended, but racial prejudice remains in Kentucky. Emma Bennett guards a secret that could destroy her life. Until now she never considered the price of her security. Becoming a well-respected member in Louisville had seemed a dream come true, but at what cost? Her husband’s death from a carriage accident releases Emma from her loveless, controlling marriage. Now she has a chance to find happiness and raise a family. But before she begins courting again she wants to experience her freedom. At the advice of the leading socialite in town, she takes a black lover to fulfill her sexual needs. His raw masculine power awakens feelings she didn’t know existed. After the first touch, she craves more. Frederick works as a roustabout by day and moonlights as a prostitute. He knows better than to fall in love with his white client, but Emma enchants him the first time he calls on her. To keep them both safe, he works hard to put up barriers. Unfortunately, he can’t protect Emma from the slimy Mr. Hawthorne, who wants her as his bride. Frederick vows to keep her safe even if his forbidden love costs him his life. This novella contains explicit romance and is suitable for readers 18+ (Midnight Caller, Haley Whitehall, Liquid Silver Books. This is a re-edited and lengthened version.)
117 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 11, 2013
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About the author
Haley Whitehall
35 books67 followersHaley Whitehall has been obsessed with telling stories since the age of four. Her addiction to the Civil War era came later, but proved no less potent. She earned her B.A in history from Central Washington University. Pairing her two passions, she writes historical fiction with a touch of faith. She gives a voice to the underdog with her cats supervising. Mark Twain serves as her writing mentor. Haley loves coffee a little too much–perhaps that is why she is a night owl. A good book and a view of the mountains make her pretty happy, too.
She blogs at HaleyWhitehall.com or follow her on Twitter @HaleyWhitehall. You can also connect with her on Facebook or sign up for her newsletter: https://tinyletter.com/HaleyWhitehall
She is the author of the historical fiction novels Living Half Free and Grits and Glory (Expanding Horizons Press 2012). Brother Against Brother: A Collection of Civil War Short Stories (Expanding Horizons Press, 2014)
Children's/Middle Grade Historical Stories: Who Tells the Moon to Sleep? (Expanding Horizons Press, 2012) Journey to Glory: The Story of a Civil War Soldier and His Dog (Expanding Horizons Press, 2013)
She is also the author of the historical romance series Moonlight Romance. Midnight Caller (Liquid Silver Books, 2013) Midnight Heat (Liquid Silver Books, 2014) Midnight Kiss (Liquid Silver Books, 2014)
And the stand alone Civil War romance Soldier in Her Lap (Decadent Publishing, 2014)
She blogs at HaleyWhitehall.com or follow her on Twitter @HaleyWhitehall. You can also connect with her on Facebook or sign up for her newsletter: https://tinyletter.com/HaleyWhitehall
She is the author of the historical fiction novels Living Half Free and Grits and Glory (Expanding Horizons Press 2012). Brother Against Brother: A Collection of Civil War Short Stories (Expanding Horizons Press, 2014)
Children's/Middle Grade Historical Stories: Who Tells the Moon to Sleep? (Expanding Horizons Press, 2012) Journey to Glory: The Story of a Civil War Soldier and His Dog (Expanding Horizons Press, 2013)
She is also the author of the historical romance series Moonlight Romance. Midnight Caller (Liquid Silver Books, 2013) Midnight Heat (Liquid Silver Books, 2014) Midnight Kiss (Liquid Silver Books, 2014)
And the stand alone Civil War romance Soldier in Her Lap (Decadent Publishing, 2014)
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July 3, 2016
Surprised me. But in a very good way. Though I do wish that the outcome wasn't made to be quite so simple. Considering the era we're in, in this story. And the harsh and often times scary reality these characters have had to endure, & live through. I wish things played out a bit more realistically in certain ways as the plot unfolded. But the outcome/ending was still great. If not just a little too rushed, but still great. :)
The little twist that made certain things possible, I loved. But I caught onto the clue of it, long before it's reveal.
Overall I did like this read and I would recommend it.
Happy Reading:)
The little twist that made certain things possible, I loved. But I caught onto the clue of it, long before it's reveal.
Overall I did like this read and I would recommend it.
Happy Reading:)
June 8, 2014
Midnight Caller is set in the late 1800s and follows the love affair between a young white widow, Emma Bennett, and her black escort, Frederick. During this time, racism is very much prevalent, but Emma takes a chance as she needs some sexual relief after being in a loveless and controlling marriage. What starts out as Frederick just doing what he is paid to do, turns into much more. Secrets are revealed and lives are in danger. It does not help that Emma is wanted by another suitor, so when this suitor finds out a black man has been sleeping with her, things take a turn for the worst. Would they survive as an interracial couple in the South? Who is hiding a secret? You have to one-click this erotic novella to find out.
It is a story outside of my normal reading genre but I wanted to give it a try since it is a historical type romance. I am happy I did. The author does an outstanding job of developing the characters and their innermost feelings for one another. Ms. Whitehall helps us to understand the intricacies of an interracial courtship in the south during an earlier era. This book shows when love is involved, two people will go to great lengths to be together, even if it means someone might be killed. Even in today’s day and time, people still frown upon interracial relationships, so when entered into, you have to make sure your love can withstand the negativities that society will dish out.
Great storyline and I look forward to reading more from Haley Whitehall.
-Reviewed by Lisa
It is a story outside of my normal reading genre but I wanted to give it a try since it is a historical type romance. I am happy I did. The author does an outstanding job of developing the characters and their innermost feelings for one another. Ms. Whitehall helps us to understand the intricacies of an interracial courtship in the south during an earlier era. This book shows when love is involved, two people will go to great lengths to be together, even if it means someone might be killed. Even in today’s day and time, people still frown upon interracial relationships, so when entered into, you have to make sure your love can withstand the negativities that society will dish out.
Great storyline and I look forward to reading more from Haley Whitehall.
-Reviewed by Lisa
March 17, 2014
Midnight Caller by Haley Whitehall is a sensual novella that I didn't want to see end. Her story telling gift had me turning the pages, from start to finish, in one sitting.
Set in 1865, the story begins with Emma Bennetts' husband dying in a carriage accident. This sets her free and releases her from the loveless marriage she had endured. Emma decides to enjoy her freedom before wanting to settle down with a husband and to have a family.
Taking the advice of a prominent socialite she is acquainted with, Emma hires a black man as her lover and to fulfill her most intimate desires. Frederick works as a roustabout by day and a prostitute at night.
After their first night together Emma and Frederick become enraptured with each other. He knows better than to fall in love with a white woman and backs away to keep them both safe. How now can he protect Emma from the detestable Mr. Hawthorne who wants her to become his wife.
A captivating story of forbidden love and I look forward to more by this author.
Set in 1865, the story begins with Emma Bennetts' husband dying in a carriage accident. This sets her free and releases her from the loveless marriage she had endured. Emma decides to enjoy her freedom before wanting to settle down with a husband and to have a family.
Taking the advice of a prominent socialite she is acquainted with, Emma hires a black man as her lover and to fulfill her most intimate desires. Frederick works as a roustabout by day and a prostitute at night.
After their first night together Emma and Frederick become enraptured with each other. He knows better than to fall in love with a white woman and backs away to keep them both safe. How now can he protect Emma from the detestable Mr. Hawthorne who wants her to become his wife.
A captivating story of forbidden love and I look forward to more by this author.
August 12, 2014
An intriguing peek into what could have happened in the South just after the Civil War, Ms. Whitehall builds a story just as compelling as any Regency or Victorian "widow" story.
Read full review in the 2014 August issue of InD’tale Magazine.
Read full review in the 2014 August issue of InD’tale Magazine.
November 29, 2016
This was pretty generic. Repetitive (extremely repetitive really), some of the most intense instalove i've ever seen, very dramatic, very overly emotional, cartoon level evil villiany and of course very detailed sex scenes. Nothing you haven't seen before a billion other times. I found the ending very rushed and anti climatic. I also felt like emma's secret really killed any tension or drama the story had.
November 27, 2020
It just wasn’t for me
There was just something missing for me. It’s not a bad book and it isn’t badly written. The story just didn’t resonate with me. Either I was in the wrong frame of mind or I went in with too many expectations.
There was just something missing for me. It’s not a bad book and it isn’t badly written. The story just didn’t resonate with me. Either I was in the wrong frame of mind or I went in with too many expectations.
August 4, 2018
I had high hopes for this book but it was just an OK read. I didn't really care much for the characters.
November 13, 2018
What a surprise!
This book was quite a surprise for me.I was glad to see true love find its way.There is nothing better than a happily ever after.
This book was quite a surprise for me.I was glad to see true love find its way.There is nothing better than a happily ever after.
May 30, 2019
Great book, good intreging story. Thank you!
April 28, 2022
Was a cutesy little love at first sight read! I wonder how much of it was based of truth like she said but was super cute and short!
April 11, 2023
Short and sweet.
June 7, 2014
Thank you to Haley Whitehall for reaching out and asking us to review her book.If she hadn't requested a review, I would have never found this story or the subsequent stories that follow.
This story is set in 1865-1866 and if you like historical romances, then you may enjoy this one. This story discusses how even after slavery was abolished, people still treated African-Americans.
I really have to be a in certain type of mood to read historical romances because I have remember that the times have changed. However, this one caught my attention and kept it through out the whole story. As a matter of fact, I told Erin that she may enjoy it to, since she is usually our historical romance reviewer.
I liked these characters instantly and I thought that Emma had a secret within a couple chapters, but I was not shocked by the surprise. I have suspicions about Emma's husband death not being an accident.
This story is set in 1865-1866 and if you like historical romances, then you may enjoy this one. This story discusses how even after slavery was abolished, people still treated African-Americans.
I really have to be a in certain type of mood to read historical romances because I have remember that the times have changed. However, this one caught my attention and kept it through out the whole story. As a matter of fact, I told Erin that she may enjoy it to, since she is usually our historical romance reviewer.
I liked these characters instantly and I thought that Emma had a secret within a couple chapters, but I was not shocked by the surprise. I have suspicions about Emma's husband death not being an accident.
March 9, 2014
Haley Whitehall has created a steamy novella set in 1866, just after the War Between the States. The story of Emma and Frederick is one that starts in a rather unexpected way but grows into true love. The secret Emma holds close and how it has impacted her life is central to the story but is the twist at the end that makes this story even more believable. I enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone who would like a quick steamy read with two charming characters.
May 21, 2014
A forbidden love!!
This book was very good. I finished in one day, I couldn't stop reading it!! I like that this love story was very realistic in late 1800's yet very few people have the guts to write about forbidden loves that across color lines but they show the real obstacles they face without sugarcoating things.
This book was very good. I finished in one day, I couldn't stop reading it!! I like that this love story was very realistic in late 1800's yet very few people have the guts to write about forbidden loves that across color lines but they show the real obstacles they face without sugarcoating things.
December 10, 2015
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