Going to the movies is a nice escape for me, but it’s also been a challenge since I have a toddler. Sometimes I end up waiting until the movie is out on DVD or if it’s a movie I can’t wait to see, oh say, Harry Potter, I coordinate for a babysitter. (which isn’t easy considering my schedule)
I thought I’d share some of my favorite movies with you. Movies are a great source of inspiration from their characters to their enchanting settings. I’d love to hear what some of your favorites movies are.
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THE SOUND OF MUSIC
I’m a sucker for finding romance when you’re not necessarily looking for it. The Captain and Maria had amazing chemistry ““ and Salzburg! I visited the city in 1988 for the first time and fell in love with it, along with a delicious little candy called Mozart Krugel, a chocolate with a pistachio filling. Not much had changed in Salzburg and it still retains the charm I found in the movie when I visited.
DIRTY DANCING
Patrick Swayze could do it all ““ dance and be tough. The setting was gorgeous, capturing the romance of summer. Jennifer Grey’s nuanced performance as “Baby” told a wonderful story.
HARRY POTTER & THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN
This was the 1st Hary Potter movie I saw and within minutes it sucked me right into Harry’s world at Hogwarts filled with witches, werewolves, and growing pains. My imagination soared right along with the Hippogriff.
NEW MOON
Go Team Jacob! I love how Jacob was developed as a character. (werewolf lover that I am) and I love how the movie captured the moody, dark ambience of the novel. Well done.
UNDERWORLD
Kate Beckinsale rocked as “Selene,” the vampire. I loved the historical background of the movie. The characters were interesting and perfectly cast. I was on the edge of my seat with this one.
ENJOY THIS EXCERPT FROM “THE HUNGARIAN”
Matthias took Katherine’s hand again. The music began. They danced in front of the fire. Liz and Paul clapped to the beat. They danced around the pit, laughing and clapping. The guitar played faster, the flute hit higher notes. Resa sang in Hungarian. They danced quicker, and when the Csándás ended, Resa threw powder into the fire. The fire crackled. It hissed loudly and then the flames turned colors — purple, blue, green, and white before slowly returning to yellow. Matthias held Katherine tight against his muscular body. He felt her heart pulsing with energy just like his was.
“How did you do that?” asked Paul.
“Magic,” replied Resa.
“Well done, Resa,” said Matthias. Then he looked down into Katherine’s eyes. “I’ve enjoyed myself tonight.”
“So have I.”
“Ah-hum,” said Liz.
Katherine reluctantly tore herself away from Matthias’s all-consuming stare. He wasn’t ready to let the moment die. They sat down and he offered her a glass of wine. Their hands touched. He felt a warm tingle slide down his arm. Encouraged, he leaned closer to her.
“Did you like the dance?”
“It’s different.”
“I haven’t danced like that since–” he paused. “Since my wife died.”
“I’m sorry.”
“Don’t be. I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have brought her up.”
“She was a part of your life.”
“But she is no longer. You’re here now,” he said. He put his hand on her waist, and with his other hand lightly ran his fingers down her arm to her wrist, unable to tame his desire to touch her intimately. She wrapped a silent spell around him in that moment — one he didn’t want to be broken. He glanced over and noticed that Paul and Liz were busy asking Resa about her magic fire and refilling their wine glances.
He looked at Katherine. Their eyes met. Lost in her soft spell, he snared her mouth in a sensual trap. She kissed him back with equal passion. Their mouths opened and closed, tasting each other like they were savoring the sweetest tokaji. Matthias loved feeling her warmth so close to him. Lost in a sea of bliss, he trailed his kisses over her chin and down to her neck. His head spun. He groaned his delight. His hand cupped the nape of her neck, arching her toward him, giving him full access to her sensitized flesh.
The music started again. Katherine lightly pushed Matthias away, breaking their contact. Her eyes were filled with untamed desire, yet hinted at confusion.
Check out “The Hungarian’s” Book Trailer at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZwaF8hAdow
REVIEWS:
Happily Ever After Reviews, 5 Cups
“This is an excellent book and I think fans of both the paranormal and historical romances will really, really enjoy it.”
Reader’s Favorites, 5 Stars
“This book is extremely entertaining. The plot is sensual and romantic.”
Coffee Time Romance, 3 Cups
“Ms. Burkhart tells this tale in such a voice that we can practically feel the waves of emotions both characters are feeling coming off the pages.”
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