Bestselling author Kate Bateman joins the podcast to read from SECOND DUKE'S THE CHARM, which kicks off her new series inspired by Charlie's Angels. We talk about Kate's love for adventure in romance novels, her background in antiques informing her writing, and her multi-era storytelling approach, including her experiences with Italian Renaissance and French Revolution settings.

00:00 Introduction to the Historical Romance Sampler Podcast

00:41 Meet Kate Bateman: Bestselling Author

02:26 Reading from 'Second Duke's The Charm'

21:18 Discussion on Romance and Adventure

29:00 Love It or Leave It: Game Segment

34:33 Final Thoughts and Where to Find Kate Bateman

Find out more about KATE BATEMAN: https://www.kcbateman.com/

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