Some people
view the rise of ebooks as the death of print. I’m enjoying this new technology
as a second life to my alter ego. I published
several historical romance novels under the pen name of Cherie Claire in the
early part of this century, all focused on Cajun culture and set in South
Louisiana. Because they were romance novels, their shelf life was limited. Last
year, I received the rights back to these books and have uploaded them all to
Amazon as ebooks. So Cherie
Claire is back in business, and this time “The Cajun Series” of historical
novels will remain available indefinitely and soon I’ll have versions for young
adults, foreign countries and as audio books. Pretty cool.
The Cajun Series follows a family
of Acadians (Cajuns) who travel to South Louisiana and start anew after being
exiled from their Nova Scotia home. The first three books —
Emilie,
Rose and
Gabrielle — follow the Gallant
sisters as they attempt to reunite with their father in the wilds of Louisiana
and
Delphine (Book Four) takes place during Louisiana's role in the American
Revolution. The Dugas family saga continues with
A Cajun Dream (Book Five) and
The Letter (Book Six).
You can read more about my books, view a family tree and see what books are coming up at CherieClaire.net.
Book One: Emilie (now only 99 cents!)
“Pick up a copy of Emilie for your reading pleasure, and
take a journey into the historical Acadian (Cajun) country of Louisiana for an
educational, romantic read.”
—Carol Carter, Romance Reviews Today
“The beauty of Ms. Claire’s tale is in the message that love makes one a stronger and better person. She leaves just enough hints to keep readers eagerly anticipating the next two sisters’ tales. As a history buff, I enjoyed learning about the Acadian (Cajun) culture, as well as the story’s characters.”
—Evelyn Feiner, Romantic Times magazine
"Ms. Claire's tale of the Acadians (Cajuns) is rich in
Old World traditions as she explores the early beginnings of what was to become
the melting pot of American society. Rose and Coleman's love is the stepping
stone to a new beginning and readers' hearts will be warmed by their love and
its powerful message."
—Romantic Times Magazine
“I’m saving a spot for Cherie Claire on my keepershelf!”
—Heather Nordahl, Affaire de Coeur
“Ms. Claire’s characters are vividly portrayed against the
atmosphere of the swampland, and living in exile in a strange land and dealing
with all that it entails. I felt I was right there with Jean and Gabrielle.”
—Suzanne Coleburn, The Belles and Beaux of Romance
“Author Cherie Claire masterfully blends the challenges of
history, love and loyalty in Delphine. From the grand mansions of the
aristocrats of France to the marauding dangers of the high seas, this rich plot
combines intrigue, treachery, and traitorous love in a riveting novel readers
will not be able to put down….Delphine comes highly recommended.”
—Cindy Penn, Word Wrap
"A Cajun Dream will bring a smile to readers' faces.
Ms. Claire has captured the sweetness of falling in love the first time with
the gentleness of Dorothy Garlock and the tenderness of Pamela Morsi."
—Romantic Times magazine
"Cherie Claire is a new voice in romance from the
heartland of Louisiana. I found The Letter enchanting, original and lyrical from beginning
to end. Catch this star rising - her talent is a gift of the Goddess!"
—
Eileen Charbonneau, author of Rachel LeMoyne
I’m thrilled to announce that my new contemporary romance series, “The Cajun Embassy,” is now available through all online bookstores under my pen name of Cherie Claire. 
