Dangerous Hero Addict Support Group discussion

Describe what kind of historical romance heroine you'd be?

I'd be a bookworm/bluestocking spinster. That's so me in real life. I think I am more of an Amanda Quick-type heroine than a Julie Garwood heroine, although I love them.

I could see me with a scarred, slightly older hero who is a bit cynical, but deep down believes in true love. Just needs to meet the right woman.

Since I love westerns, I would love the idea of being in the Old West, although being black would be an issue...Maybe a steampunk/alternate history West....

Or a Victorian setting too.

Lady D, I love your discussion topics! I'll have to think about this one...

Come to think of it, I would probably be the type to be burnt at the stake for not conforming to societal norms, but I'm going to come up with something more optimistic!

For sure I'd be a regency wallflower. Watching and gossiping from the fringe of the ballroom. A wallflower who's on the verge of spinsterhood.

I'd probably be a shy wallflower, naive with stars in my eyes, easily taken advantage of. A bit klutzy at times and nose in a book whenever possible. But those silly romance books more so than a book of substance. I would believe in love but have no idea about how to find a guy to fall in love with. A great listener because I rarely open my mouth to say much. Some would think me stuck up but those who know me know that's not true. Those fortunate to get to know me would find me to be quite charming with a sarcastic sense of humor, even known to do a few pranks on close family members or friends. Probably set in Regency or Victorian era.

This is written in a hurry so I may come back with something better later ☺

The time period that keeps coming to mind is around the Third Crusade...

I'd be perfectly agreeable outwardly, but for those who knew me better, I'd be outspoken with my beliefs verging on difficult. I'd think King Richard was irresponsible for spending so much on war (as far as the treasury and loss of life). I'd be angry so much was paid for his ransom when he got himself captured. Of course I couldn't share this with anyone except close confidants.

The way women were treated would upset me greatly, and I'd probably be most attracted to someone who saw me as an equal.

Rachel ~ SnapDragoness wrote: "Lady D, I love your discussion topics! I'll have to think about this one..."


Thanks!

Pamela(AllHoney) wrote: "I'd probably be a shy wallflower, naive with stars in my eyes, easily taken advantage of. A bit klutzy at times and nose in a book whenever possible. But those silly romance books more so than a bo..."

Probably what I would have been when I was younger. As I got older, definitely a bluestocking with my head perpetually in a book. I don't know if I would have been that marriage-minded. Too much loss of independence, so long as you have some sort of security as far as family and money. If not, then marriage would be the best option. Marriage for love, even better.

Shannon wrote: "For sure I'd be a regency wallflower. Watching and gossiping from the fringe of the ballroom. A wallflower who's on the verge of spinsterhood."

I could see me as that, although with a book in my hand at all times, if not turning down engagements to stay home and read (which I actually do). :)

I would want to be one of Virginia Henley's type of heroine. Beautiful, Innocent at first but with experience learn to use your sexuality as weapon to bring every man in your orbit to heel (without sleeping with them of course)LOL My favorite Flaming Valentina Kennedy

LOL, Lady D, I chose to use what I was like when I was young in my teens and early 20s. Me now is different.

Me today would be more outspoken and more aware of what makes me happy and satisfied. More confident of me being me. Might be good for a western. Strong, older woman who knows what she wants and not afraid to go after it.

I like the sound of that, Pamela. I could see myself as a female rancher who can take care of herself.

I would be very strong willed and very independent. I would have had many husbands and hard to tame.I would be a foil to a rake.

I could see myself in the Wild West, handling things on my own out on a secluded little patch of land, riding horses and practicing with my 6 shooter. Lol. I'd only go into town when I needed supplies, that way I wouldn't have to worry about people thinking I'm non-conformist. I'd probably wear denim pants, or those split skirt type pants. Have a couple fancy dresses for just in case ;) I'd hook-up with an older ex-outlaw with a good heart type.
Or, if I go by my younger self, then I'd like to be in the Regency or Victorian era. I'd like to go to the balls, and house parties, and the fun things in the city like rides in the park and the theater and museum. I'd be wealthy enough to have servants and stuff, but not be like a duke's daughter or anything that high ranking. Just the daughter of a minor title. Would eventually marry an experienced, worldly man, perhaps one who works for the Crown or something that requires travel, and we'd go round the world, sailing on ships, and train too if we're in the Victorian. We'd go to exotic locales, and he would dote on me... ha! Sounds good. :)

Definitely the nerdy heroine who ends up with a hot hero and gives my local bully her comeuppance!

With the wild west theme, I keep thinking of Mrs Barkley of The Big Valley,a TV show from the 1960s. A strong woman!