Harlequin Desire

Notes on Harlequin Desire – presented by Mary Teresa Hussey
They have undergone major changes. Less character, more conflict. Conflicts must involve characters in a dramatic way. Multiple conflicts (internal and external). Heroes are wealthy and aren’t afraid to spend their money. White collar heroes (alpha males, executives) The heroine teaches him about romance. She’s an average woman, but not a shrinking violet. She’s a true match for the hero. At least one, intense, but not overtly graphic sex scene. Can have more. The reader must be able to relate to the heroine. To compare against Presents, Desires are White, Presents are Red.