tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post5867371833751603346..comments2024-03-17T02:20:03.772-05:00Comments on Riding With The Top Down: Guest: Tawny WeberKathleen Eaglehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13561028604927993773noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-10444976286741815992008-09-10T23:24:00.000-05:002008-09-10T23:24:00.000-05:00Cindy, you shopped? I'm jealous :-D Thank you for...Cindy, you shopped? I'm jealous :-D Thank you for the welcome! It sounds like I'm going to have to check out NCIS? I mean, hot, funny, sexy, smart AND a little tortured, all in one guy? Oooh lala!!! Yum.Tawnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14076851566613018105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-34836796316631523382008-09-10T23:22:00.000-05:002008-09-10T23:22:00.000-05:00Hi Fedora! and thank you :-) I do love my bad boy...Hi Fedora! and thank you :-) I do love my bad boys. I love, too, seeing that exact growth you described. The hidden vulnerabilities and depths to characters are always so enticing.Tawnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14076851566613018105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-9494681345336649042008-09-10T23:20:00.000-05:002008-09-10T23:20:00.000-05:00Hi Estella! I love a gal who loves her men *g* M...Hi Estella! I love a gal who loves her men *g* <BR/><BR/>Maureen, Oh yeah!!! I hear ya. There's nothing sexier than a guy you can count on who lets the heroine be strong. What a turn on!Tawnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14076851566613018105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-72975540381713243552008-09-10T18:01:00.000-05:002008-09-10T18:01:00.000-05:00Hey Tawny. Sorry to be chiming in so late but I'v...Hey Tawny. Sorry to be chiming in so late but I've been SHOPPING today. I'm forgiven, right? Thanks for joining us today and for the photos of the hotties.<BR/>I'm a total Mark Harman fanatic for his role as Gibbs on NCIS. Tortured but tough and soft where he needs to be. Then - same show - Denozo. OMG. I LOVE that guy. Hot, funny, sexy and smart with his own little tortured soul working on him.<BR/>Can't wait for the new season to start.<BR/>Much luck on the new book. Great coverCindy Gerardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13311224531297908704noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-32443177956558653642008-09-10T17:29:00.000-05:002008-09-10T17:29:00.000-05:00Hi, Tawny!! Ooh, those bad boys! I do love a goo...Hi, Tawny!! Ooh, those bad boys! I do love a good bad boy story, but actually I think what I really enjoy is stories where the hero or heroine somehow busts up some misperceptions--say, she's seemingly quiet and reserved or he's a bad boy and couldn't possibly love kids or maybe he's a geek... I really enjoy reading about their transformations, whether they are outward or whether it's the transformation of their self/other people's perceptions of them.<BR/><BR/>You do write a splendid bad boy!!Fedorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10879033776125666713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-13268109405370371322008-09-10T17:04:00.000-05:002008-09-10T17:04:00.000-05:00I love the dark and broody and intense types (Alph...I love the dark and broody and intense types (Alpha or Bad Boy) but they are so hard for me to write because I usually pair them with an irreverant heroine who is intent on him getting over himself! Eventually, said broody guy is forced to laugh at himself and he walks around about ten pounds lighter.<BR/><BR/>Tawny: Thanks for joining us today! I also love the title and the premise of your Blaze. And the cover's great too.Christie Ridgwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17036552271272402052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-72791060262144504912008-09-10T16:44:00.000-05:002008-09-10T16:44:00.000-05:00I like heroes who are a combination of the alpha a...I like heroes who are a combination of the alpha and beta hero. He can take charge of a situation but acknowledges that the heroine is perfectly capable and will even step aside when she has things under control. He has to have a sense of humor and be able to laugh at himself.Maureenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16392692656456938856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-39953195389412522452008-09-10T16:31:00.000-05:002008-09-10T16:31:00.000-05:00Hi Betina *waving* I love how you've definied you...Hi Betina *waving* I love how you've definied your thing for bad boys -its great to be able to live out fantasies in our books, isn't it? It sounds like you're an equal opportunity hero lover ;-) So there's really no hero you'd toss against the wall (in the metaphoric book sense...)? I love your requirement for the Alpha, though - he has to win you over.Tawnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14076851566613018105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-50909540893177325782008-09-10T16:16:00.000-05:002008-09-10T16:16:00.000-05:00I love all kinds of heroes!I love all kinds of heroes!Estellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04199693275287344161noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-37588857578179940512008-09-10T15:13:00.000-05:002008-09-10T15:13:00.000-05:00Hi Wendy :-) Thanks so much! and Yay another Bad ...Hi Wendy :-) Thanks so much! and Yay another Bad Boy loving reader! <BR/><BR/>I am seeing a strong alpha trend here ladies. Does anyone dig the Betas? For instance, Vicki Lewis Thompson's awesome Nerd heroes?Tawnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14076851566613018105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-38066406453230922512008-09-10T15:11:00.000-05:002008-09-10T15:11:00.000-05:00LOL M. I know a few people who are not into Johnn...LOL M. I know a few people who are not into Johnny. I totally understand. I'm one of those that doesnt' get the appeal of Gerry Butler and I have friend who think I need my brain checked because of it. *shrug* At least here are plenty of hotties out there for us all to choose from, huh?Tawnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14076851566613018105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-65015837043282255462008-09-10T14:22:00.000-05:002008-09-10T14:22:00.000-05:00Beth, I so hear you on the arrogance. I've never ...Beth, I so hear you on the arrogance. I've never been a fan in heroes or heroines. I love confidence, but never when its at hte expense of others -does that make sense? <BR/><BR/>and thank you so much for loving Nick!!!Tawnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14076851566613018105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-89607866250043799532008-09-10T14:21:00.000-05:002008-09-10T14:21:00.000-05:00Hi Kylie! Thanks so much for the welcome. and Oop...Hi Kylie! Thanks so much for the welcome. and Oops, I mixed up my response to you a little with my response to anon. So - yeah *g* What did you think of the charming crook in Faking It? Is that the kind of hero that appeals? and I loved Tucker! I'm a big fan of heroes with humor, even if they are deep and intense, just knowing they can laugh at something always appeals to me.Tawnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14076851566613018105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-49724683046451486182008-09-10T14:18:00.000-05:002008-09-10T14:18:00.000-05:00Anon - I love Nora's heroes as well. They are alw...Anon - I love Nora's heroes as well. They are always strong, but have that softness when it comes to the heroine. A bad boy charmer hero I thought was really well done was Jennifer Crusies in Faking It. He was so fun.Tawnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14076851566613018105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-33705981425837165272008-09-10T13:37:00.000-05:002008-09-10T13:37:00.000-05:00Hey, Tawny! Welcome to Top Down!I have to say Geo...Hey, Tawny! Welcome to Top Down!<BR/><BR/>I have to say George never did it for me in his younger years but now that he's graying and has some miles and character on that face, I really like him.<BR/><BR/>Normally I go for the 20-something guys. Go figure.Debra Dixonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03992776098849029414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-85440329230024537612008-09-10T13:25:00.000-05:002008-09-10T13:25:00.000-05:00Six Packs Count!!! LOL Lois, a good set of abs is ...Six Packs Count!!! <BR/><BR/>LOL Lois, a good set of abs is a DEFINITE selling point! I'm all for the hot bod. And laughter, yep, one of my favorite hero factors too. So lighthearted guys are your favorite reads, huh?Tawnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14076851566613018105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-70068430488563116772008-09-10T13:24:00.000-05:002008-09-10T13:24:00.000-05:00Tawny, welcome fellow Blaze Babe!I'll have to run ...Tawny, welcome fellow Blaze Babe!<BR/><BR/>I'll have to run out and get Risque Business! Sounds wonderful!<BR/><BR/>And as for heroes. . . I guess I mostly write guys who are strong but emotionally buttoned up. I have a secret thing (VERY secret) for bad boys, but know better than to get innvolved. That's why reading about them is always fun. And as for other reading and watching. . . I confess to liking alphas. It's just that you have to go a ways to make me like one.<BR/><BR/>I really like funny guys who don't mind laughing at themselves. And I really like guys who enjoy a range of pleasures-- eating, drinking, dancing, art, creating things, beautiful clothes. . . working with their hands. . .<BR/> <BR/>So, like the rest of us here in the convertible, I have eclectic tastes. I can be won over by almost anybody, given time and good dialogue!Betina Krahnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11379124690406269848noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-298642651411218302008-09-10T13:23:00.000-05:002008-09-10T13:23:00.000-05:00Hi Kathleen. I think I'm in love with your hero L...Hi Kathleen. I think I'm in love with your hero LOL. He's exactly the kind of guy who makes me go "oooooh" I think its that basic need to know you can count on him - and thats what is really heroic, isn't it? Knowing he'll be there when you need him?Tawnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14076851566613018105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-12261563898267566412008-09-10T13:21:00.000-05:002008-09-10T13:21:00.000-05:00LOL Michelle on the George mullet phase. I don't ...LOL Michelle on the George mullet phase. I don't remember that but I do recall his Roseanne days. Cute cute cute. <BR/><BR/>I love your definition of bad boys. Do you think we women see a bad boy and think there is a wound there somewhere that a little love would fix? Is that the allure?Tawnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14076851566613018105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-38920049263019728772008-09-10T13:18:00.000-05:002008-09-10T13:18:00.000-05:00Hi Helen :-) thanks for the welcome! And thanks ...Hi Helen :-) thanks for the welcome! And thanks too for the title kudos - this is one of the only titles I suggested and got to keep LOL. <BR/><BR/>Isn't it wierd how we can be so hot for some hunks, but then it sort of fades? I think, for me, George is still funny and hot, but he's not really making me sigh these days. Orlando, oh yummmy but maybe its an age thing? I feel so cougarish lusting after him. But Johnny - ohhhh yeah. Always and forever LOL. <BR/><BR/>Like you, I love a sexy alpha, but definitely read for humor. It doens't have to be a funny book, per se, but I love those lighter moments that make snicker or laugh out loud.Tawnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14076851566613018105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-68419057685376996012008-09-10T12:37:00.000-05:002008-09-10T12:37:00.000-05:00Hey Tawny,I like alpha heroes the best. And the ba...Hey Tawny,<BR/>I like alpha heroes the best. And the bad boy is always better.LOL<BR/><BR/>Your book sounds good. I'll have to look for it.<BR/><BR/>hugs,<BR/>WendykWKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06951723803188389335noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-56496152824869243012008-09-10T12:25:00.000-05:002008-09-10T12:25:00.000-05:00*raises hand*me. the person who thinks of johnny d...*raises hand*<BR/>me. the person who thinks of johnny deep (and, BTW brad pitt) as a really good actor, and certainly easy on the eyes, but for some reason it stops there for me. no visceral reaction.<BR/><BR/>show me antonio banderas, george clooney, or gael garcia bernal, OTOH, and it's all visceral. that they can act is somehow more icing on the cake than the main thing.M.https://www.blogger.com/profile/07498466631016466048noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-2117078935980517632008-09-10T11:06:00.000-05:002008-09-10T11:06:00.000-05:00I guess I'm fickle because I love all kinds of her...I guess I'm fickle because I love all kinds of heroes *g* <BR/><BR/>Nick in Risque Business is definitely one of my all time favorite heroes! He's sexy and intense, a bit wounded and more than a bit cynical *g* Love him!<BR/><BR/>The only ones who turn me off are the overly alpha Alpha heroes. You know, the guy who is so arrogant he doesn't need the heroine to love him because he loves himself enough for the both of them?<BR/><BR/>Right now my favorite star crush would probably be James McAvoy ;-)Beth Andrewshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01204356784898045866noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-83188475052005404112008-09-10T10:35:00.000-05:002008-09-10T10:35:00.000-05:00Thanks for being here, Tawny!Alphas work for me. ...Thanks for being here, Tawny!<BR/><BR/>Alphas work for me. And I love the bad boys...really bad. I've had a hero that was a criminal. He wasn't undercover. He was crooked. But charming :) And when a guy like that gives it all up for the right woman...that's a happy ending :)<BR/><BR/>Although dark brooding and dangerous work for me I also like the easygoing affable charmers with plenty of humor to spare. Think Tucker Longstreet in Carnal Innocence. <BR/><BR/>My pet peeves are those that are controlling, overly possessive or bossy. Or too angsty. I want to tell them get over yourself :)Kyliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10805120485089703666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27662400.post-32286976994128326072008-09-10T10:17:00.000-05:002008-09-10T10:17:00.000-05:00I have a weakness for the Alpha guys that have sof...I have a weakness for the Alpha guys that have soft spots hidden that only his true love can find. Any of Nora's male characters work for me - especially the Chesapeake brothers and Roarke.<BR/><BR/>I also like the military background guys. Suz Brockmann and Cindy Gerard have some great ones.<BR/><BR/>I have trouble with the heroes that whine too much or are too self centered - even when the heroine is around.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com