Author Releases Debut Novel

Online, August 12, 2010 (Newswire.com) - New author releases first romance novel The Tempest in paperback and EBook formats

Brandenburg, Kentucky - Discover the love affair between a Medieval Knight and the young woman who captures his heart in The Tempest: A Guy of Gisborne Story, a new romance novel by Charlotte Hawkins.

Guy of Gisborne, a man of great darkness and sin, meets the woman who will be his redemption... Sir Guy is a fierce, brooding knight. He is both feared and scorned by those under his command. But under his harsh exterior lies a tortured soul, haunted by his many sins... Cassia is a peasant healer, with a secret longing for the fearsome lord Gisborne. When fate thrusts him into her hands, she soon finds he lives up to his fearsome reputation. But she also learns there is more to him than meets the eye... Soon they are drawn into a passionate love affair, one that will alter both of their lives forever...

"This story will appeal to anyone who enjoys a great romance," says Hawkins. "It's a story of deep emotions, great passion, and in many ways, redemption of the soul. If you are looking for a story that goes deeper than the typical romance novel, this book will appeal to you."

Charlotte Hawkins is a life-long writer, a lover of books, and a student of all things historical. She lives in a small country town near Fort Knox, Kentucky and is currently at work on her next novel.

The Tempest is available at Amazon, Barnes and Noble.com and other online markets. For more information, contact Ms. Hawkins on her website at charlottehawkins.net or by phone at 270-422-7704. You can also contact her by email at [email protected].