My first book, Musings of a Romance Addict, started as a wild adventure that just had to be written down, perhaps as a cautionary tale at the beginning, then evolving into an exploration of self.
I wanted to share my dating experiences with others who are trying to navigate the dating scene through the character of Stacey Donleigh. After hearing horror stories and experiencing my own, I felt it was important to remind people that the search for love can still be rewarding and worth the effort.
In my second book, Chasing Romance: A Journey of Heart and Discovery, Stacey emerges as a woman shaped by emotional deprivation, strict family dynamics, romantic longing, and repeated attempts to define herself through love and desire. The opening chapters create the emotional architecture of the story by grounding the reader in her loneliness, her hunger for affection, and the emotional consequences of growing up feeling unseen.
I am a great believer in romance and I have been searching for it all my life. I was fortunate enough to find it a few times but it slipped through my fingers. But that didn’t stop me from continuing my pursuit.
I hope you enjoy reading the books as much as I enjoyed writing them! I wish you a life of Romance and Love!
– Camille Dunhill
The Books
Chasing Romance:
A Journey of Heart and Discovery
The Synopsis
Stacey Donleigh, a successful public relations professional in Palm Beach, Florida, has spent her life searching for love and connection. In this compelling and emotional journey, Chasing Romance: A Journey of Heart and Discovery takes readers through Stacey’s heartfelt exploration of what it means to love and be loved. From her early years, marked by a longing for affection that seemed always just out of reach, to her complex relationships as an adult, Stacey’s quest for romance weaves through the highs and lows of life.
Through her marriages, passionate affairs, and encounters with love in all its forms, Stacey learns that romance isn’t just about finding the right partner, it’s about understanding and nurturing the self. Each chapter reveals intimate reflections on the choices that shape her journey, the heartaches that define her, and the quiet moments of clarity that come only after years of seeking.
As Stacey navigates love’s complexities, dealing with infidelity, seeking freedom, and testing the limits of trust, she discovers that true romance is not just about thrilling adventures, but about honesty, self-awareness, and growth. This prequel to Musings of a Romance Addict dives deep into the heart of romantic longing, offering readers a poignant and captivating story of self-discovery and the pursuit of real love.
Acclaim for Chasing Romance:
A Journey of Heart and Discovery
REVIEWS
“The first few pages of the book establish a memoir-style narrative voice that is intimate, emotionally candid, and surprisingly reflective. The book’s greatest strength lies in its willingness to expose vulnerability without excessive defensiveness.”
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Musings of a Romance Addict
The Synopsis
Stacey Donleigh owns a public relations firm in Palm Beach, Florida. She just turned 40. She’s tall and trim with auburn hair. She lived with a man for 10 years, but they never married. He passed away two years ago.
After his death, she wasn’t interested in finding another relationship, but her friends saw that she was just immersing herself in her work and had no social life and they were concerned for her. They suggested that she join an online dating site because two of her best friends had found their significant others that way. So, she signed up just to give it a try.
What comes next is a story about her search for love and romance. It begins with her first encounter with online dating and continues as she discovers a part of herself that she never knew existed.
The Stacey Donleigh who emerges after all her exploits is a woman who would never have imagined the erotic adventures she encountered. She became aware of pleasures she never knew existed. Her quest for romance continued as she explored the many avenues that made her come to terms with the passion inside of her.
Acclaim for Musings of a Romance Addict
REVIEWS
“I’d recommend it to readers who enjoy romance novels with a twist of humor and introspection or to anyone navigating the modern dating landscape.”
– Literary Titan
“Camille Dunhill has crafted a narrative that is as cautionary as it is liberating, making this a must-read for fans of contemporary romance, erotic fiction, and personal transformation.”
– BookViral
“The plot moves quickly, and the emotional mood keeps you hooked from start to finish. A heartfelt and thought provoking read.”
– bri (Goodreads reader)
AWARDS
International Impact Book Awards
American Legacy Book Award
Literary Titan Award
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The Author
Camille Dunhill
Interviews with Camille
GBN Interview with Zach Feldman
GBN Interview with Logan Crawford
GBN Interview with Paul Ryden
GBN Interview with Flobo Boyce
Literary Titan Interview
Posted by Literary Titan
Musings of a Romance Addict follows a woman reentering the dating scene after the death of her long-term partner who shares her heartbreak, dating encounters, vulnerability to romance scams, and evolution as she reclaims her confidence in love.
What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?
It was based on my personal experiences and inexperience when I began dating again. It was originally just a Diary of what was happening then I wanted to share it with other women (and men).
I enjoyed the depth of the main character, Stacey. What was your process to bring that character to life?
Stacey reflected my life and through her, I was able to tell the story as seen through her eyes.
What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?
I was looking for ROMANCE. I was looking for Christian Grey (50 Shades of Grey). While the BDSM that he was into was way beyond what I would do, I loved the fact that he was so in love with Anastasia and only wanted to be with her. I found in my dating experiences men were not romantic or monogamous. Christian Grey was an anomaly.
What is the next book that you are working on, and when will it be available?
I haven’t figured out what to write in my next book. I clearly left a sequel possibility on the last page but I have not formulated the path it will take.
Scenes from Musings of a Romance Addict
