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11/15/2019

Two Thousand Lines
Michelle Jester
Publication date: November 21st 2019
Genres: Contemporary, New Adult, Romance, Young Adult

Olivia Brooks has been able to keep her life in Sugar Mill, Louisiana held perfectly together, far away from the small town where she grew up. Even though her past still haunts her, she has found a perfect process of surviving, until a string of events brings Luke Plaisance to Sugar Mill and turns her organized life upside down.

While Olivia fights to hold on to the life she’s created, unraveling it may be exactly what it takes for her to truly survive. She must accept her past in order to live, or let it threaten the only future she’s ever wanted. Because some secrets can’t stay buried… and shouldn’t.

An inspiring and heartbreaking tale of abandonment, survival, and purpose. A harrowing journey of self-discovery and perseverance.

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Michelle Jester lives in Greenwell Springs, Louisiana with her husband, high school sweetheart and retired Master Sergeant. Together they have a son and daughter. She is a hopeless romantic and has been writing poems and stories for as long as she can remember.
One of her prize possessions is a bracelet with only a yellow, Rubber Duckie charm on it; which she wears every day to remind her to enjoy the fun and happy things of life!

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come celebrate Amanda mckinney's book blitz for cabin.

9/24/2019

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Cabin 1
Amanda McKinney
(Steele Shadows Security)
Publication date: September 26th 2019
Genres: Adult, Romance, Suspense

From multi-award-winning romantic suspense author Amanda McKinney comes the first book in the steamy, edge-of-your-seat, three-part series, Steele Shadows Security…

Hidden deep in the remote mountains of Berry Springs is a private security firm where some go to escape, and others find exactly what they’ve been looking for.

Welcome to Cabin 1, Cabin 2, Cabin 3…

Cocky, reckless, and die-hard playboy were just a few of the names Gage Steele had been called since he and his brothers left the Marines and moved back to the small, southern town of Berry Springs to take over their father’s personal security firm. On the one-year anniversary of his father’s death, Gage had only two things in mind—endless whiskey and endless women, but what he got was a battered, bruised spitfire stumbling through woods in the middle of the night.

Newly-appointed prosecutor and unapologetic workaholic, Niki Avery had spent her life working toward one goal—never to have to depend on anyone but herself… until the day she was brutally attacked on the side of the road. Stripped of her Louis Vuitton and her dignity, the fiercely independent ADA must submit to being under the watchful eye of a former Marine, a loose cannon with a temper as scorching as his ruggedly handsome good looks.

As cracks begin to show in the Steele family, including newly discovered evidence that their father’s death was no accident, Gage wrestles with his growing feelings for his client, knowing not only that Niki is off-limits, but together, they were like gasoline and fire—an explosion he wanted nothing more than to ignite in the bedroom. But when a pair of bloody body parts show up at the compound, it becomes clear that Niki’s attacker hasn’t given up and Gage realizes he’ll do anything to keep her safe… even as his own family is spiraling out of control.

Cabin 1 is the first book in the 3-part Berry Springs spinoff series, STEELE SHADOWS SECURITY—Think of it as Berry Springs’ darker, grittier, steamier, BAD BOY brother. Please note: You do not need to read the Berry Springs Series first.

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Darkness swallowed me as a cloud drifted over the full moon, taking my sight along with it. I didn’t stop.

I couldn’t stop.

Rocks, sticks, and God knew what else cut into the bottom of my feet as they flew over the rocky terrain. Thump, thump, thump against the dead leaves and pine needles scattered on the forest floor. I couldn’t see a thing, so I focused on the sounds around me, but even that was drowned out by my hammering heartbeat and gasping breaths.

The woods at night. Magical, alluring, still. No, not that night, that night it was a thinly veiled evil, a muted witness to my death if I were to get caught. That night, the woods were my escape, my refuge, my only chance for survival.

The clouds shifted, a silver glow washing over the mountains, casting shadows along the ground like ghosts swaying back and forth. I blinked, adjusting, and heaved myself over the boulder I would have slammed into full force. My body tumbled to the ground like a sack of potatoes, the breath knocking out of my lungs when I hit the cold, wet dirt.

I froze, my eyes shooting open.

Did he see me? Hear me?

Holding my breath, I flattened against the ground, my heart a thundering staccato. I focused on the moon above me, like a spotlight hellbent on pinpointing my location. A breeze whistled through the trees, the almost-bare branches like slashes through the moon.

Dead leaves, dead trees. Autumn in the mountains had never looked so haunting. Or been so cold.

Snick.

My eyes widened in terror. I willed myself to fade into the night, into the ground—fitting, considering that’s where he wanted to put me.

I didn’t blink, didn’t breathe as seconds tick by.

Had I lost him?

A rustle of leaves had my pulse kickstarting into panic mode again.

I knew I couldn’t stay there.

I stayed, I died.

Author Bio:

Amanda McKinney is the bestselling and multi-award-winning author of more than ten romantic suspense and mystery novels. She wrote her debut novel, LETHAL LEGACY, in 2017 after walking away from her career to become a writer and stay-at-home mom. Set in small, southern towns, Amanda's books are page-turning murder mysteries packed with steamy romance.

Her books include the BERRY SPRINGS SERIES and the BLACK ROSE MYSTERY SERIES, with a surprise new series being released later this year.

THE CAVE, the seventh book in the BERRY SPRINGS SERIES, is scheduled to be released August 2019. Text AMANDABOOKS to 66866 to receive Amanda's newsletter and get the latest on new releases, promos, and freebies!

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Amy mckinley's eye of the storm is now available for you.

8/19/2019

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Eye of the Storm is available at Amazon. Own your copy today.

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Branches slapped and battered Mari, stinging her arms and face. Her heart thudded against her breastbone as she gasped, dragging thick, sticky air into her lungs. Damn this jungle, and the stupid transporter who’d swindled her out of her weapons. She needed a gun, a blade, anything. Then she’d turn the tables and show what an armed Colombian woman was capable of.

Her breath sawed in and out with each slap of her feet against the slick leaves, twigs, and branches that caught at her pants legs. The last months of her freedom looped through her mind. She’d been so close, having fled Colombia before they’d realized she was gone. She’d sought shelter in rented rooms until the day the Ramirez cartel marched through the streets, leaving destruction in their wake. She knew who sent them—her childhood friend turned worst nightmare. Defying him would enact retribution from the cartel. It was inevitable unless she could manage to escape.

Against all odds, she would. Her life would be her own.
Roots snagged her feet, seemingly determined to capture her. She ran for her life through a dangerous and hostile jungle that teemed with insurgent guerrillas, drug-traffickers, and kidnappers. But none of that mattered. Her options for escape had been limited before and had grown even more so.
A Colombian guerrilla chased her, closing in fast. Wiry, quick, and used to the conditions and terrain, he stood a good chance of outrunning, outmaneuvering, and overtaking her. A new surge of adrenaline pumped through her veins, probably the last of it, so she took advantage of the rush.

The heat sapped her strength. Must make it. Her desperate fingers grabbed roots that stuck out in the slippery, mud-coated incline, as she fought to stay ahead.

Her thighs convulsed, and the stitch in her side threatened to take her down. She sweated by the bucket load, and dehydration was inevitable. She wondered how much longer she could really go at this pace, in this environment. Beautiful but deadly, the jungle had her at a disadvantage. Nausea cramped her stomach. Thick foliage trapped her and slowed her down. Without a machete, she had no choice but to dive through the mass of green, praying for a trail on the other side. Maybe going it alone in the wild wasn’t the best of ideas. But she hadn’t had another means, or anyone to help her.

Cruel fingers scraped along her head, yanking out some hair. Bastard. Her fury spiked, and she whirled around, her arm extended. Using the momentum, she flung her arm against the side of his face. His head snapped back, and he stumbled. Spinning around, she pushed herself to run, to take advantage of the small gain. If he touched her again, she’d make him pay.

She forced her body to move faster, harder. It was more a mental challenge than a physical one, and she could do it. An opening loomed ahead, and she dashed forward. The freedom of movement gave her false hope. She’d pushed too hard and too fast in the heat, and her energy stores were depleted. Her body slowed, and she pressed her mouth into a tight line. I can do this. Even with an iron-willed determination to live, she knew she couldn’t outrun him. The tangled branches and leaves had worked against her. He did too. It wouldn’t be long. He’d be on her in a matter of minutes, if not seconds.

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Eye of the Storm
Amy McKinley
(Gray Ghost #2)
Publication date: March 6th 2018
Genres: Adult, Romance, Suspense

Deep in the untamed wilderness of the notorious Darien Gap, a soldier wakes. Injured, he has no memory of who he is or why he is there until a beautiful woman tells him his name. But can he trust her?

When Mari Dias stumbles upon Chris Shaw in the jungle—a place many risk but few survive—she enlists his help to escape a country ruled by the very family who hunts her.

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Author Bio:

Amy McKinley is the romantic suspense thriller author of the Gray Ghost Novels, the Five Fates paranormal romance series, and several standalone books. Her edge of your seat books are filled with surprising twists and just the right amount of heat and danger. She lives in Illinois with her husband, two daughters, two sons, and three mischievous cats. You can find her at www.AmyMcKinley.com

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It's here! covet by ella james

2/25/2019

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Title: Covet
Collection: Sinful Secrets #3

Author: Ella James

Genre: Standalone Contemporary Romance
Release Date: February 25, 2019

Blurb

Homer Carnegie. Admit itâ€”you know my name. Your kidâ€™s got my e-trading card. Your husband sits up straighter when I stroll onto the TV screen. He knows Iâ€™m going to crack the bat and save the day. Even your grandmaâ€™s jonesing for my autograph. But women my age? Theyâ€™re the worst. Or would that be the best?

Itâ€™s not my fault they line up at the door. They catch my balls all right, two at a time sometimes, or even three. Believe me, everybody wins.

At least they didâ€”until the video. I heard TMZ paid a million for a birdâ€™s eye view of Homer on his A-game. The only folks who didnâ€™t watch with eager eyes? Red Sox management. They want me benched, or worse, shipped off to rehab.

Itâ€™s a long story, what happens next. How I end up on a boat, bound for the worldâ€™s most remote island: Tristan da Cunha. Just a speck of dust in the Atlantic.

Except my heart is there.
I donâ€™t know that when I step onto the boat.
I donâ€™t know a lot of things.
What Iâ€™ll covetâ€¦
What Iâ€™ll loseâ€¦

*Covet is the third standalone in the Sinful Secrets collection, where each book is inspired by a sin and centered around a secret.

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Ella James is the USA Today bestselling author of sixteen teen and adult love stories. She's an angst-a-holic who loves exploring difficult situations and the emotions of the people caught up in them. Also, smut. But always, always romance.

Ella's obsessions include vanilla cream soda, hiking, other weird, crunchy things like rock collecting, and the antics of her three little monsters.

To find out more about her projects, follow her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ellajamesbooks, tweet her at author_ellaj or follow her on Instagram (authorellajames).

Interested in the foreign rights for one of Ellaâ€™s books? Contact her agent, Rebecca Friedman, at rebecca@rfliterary.com.

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it's release day for lizabeth scott's hothead: the impatient doctor. get your copy today.

1/18/2019

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Hothead: The Impatient Doctor

Book 4 of the Billionaires of White Oaks
All books in this series can be read as standalones but for a richer reading experience the follow order is recommended:

Heartbreaker: How to Renovate a Playboy (FREE for a limited time!)
Troublemaker: The Rock Star’s Secret Baby
Mastermind: The Duke’s Secret Life
Hothead: The Impatient Doctor

Blurb

SMITH
I shine in the ER.
I'm in charge.
I flourish in the chaos.
It's who I am,
Where I belong.

But when she walks in,
Everything changes,
I no longer have control,
I'm spiraling into Baylee World,
And all I want is to save her.
Little did I know, she doesn't need to be saved.

She may be a little loony,
A little quirky,
But the only female anatomy this physician is interested in
Is hers.

BAYLEE
When he enters my world,
He makes me believe I can do anything,
At all.

He's smart, sexy, and irresistible.
His faith and encouragement give me strength,
Let's me have courage in myself,
For the first time ever.

But when he breaks me,
I realize what everyone warned me all about,
Never fall for a hothead doctor.

Each book in this small-town hot romance series can be read as a standalone, but for a richer reading experience, the following order is recommended:
Heartbreaker - April & Elias
Troublemaker – Rachael & Kyle
Mastermind – Harlow & Duke
Hothead – Baylee & Smith

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the release blitz for r. c. Stephens fraud is here! get your copy today.

12/4/2018

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Title: Fraud

Author: R.C. Stephens

Genre: Contemporary Romance, Forbidden, Suspense

Release Date: December 6, 2018

Eleven years together and today I find out . . .

I don’t know the first thing about the man I’m sleeping beside every night.

My marriage is built on a bed of lies . . . Nothing is real.

Each day I’m barely surviving, falling deeper into despair and loneliness.

Meeting Hayes Taylor is not in my plan.

Younger, beautiful and broken—just like me. I feel a connection with him I’ve never experienced before. But I am a married woman, and cheating isn’t in my DNA. I ignore the sexual tension between us and push him away.

And like most women, I stay in my marriage for my kids.

But my husband not only manipulates, he keeps secrets I’m not prepared for.

Secrets that may destroy me . . .

This is not only my fight song, this is my journey to discover love.

R.C. Stephens was born in Toronto, Canada. She graduated from York University with a master's Degree in Political Science.

R.C. is an avid reader, so when she isn't cooking for her clan or on her laptop writing, she's snuggled tight with her Kindle devouring any romance novel she can. Okay, with the exception of Thursday nights. She makes time for Scandal and Vampire Diaries. She's a fan of drama and suspense but she's also a sucker for a happy ending.

Her husband was her first teenage love. They live together with their three children in Toronto. Loving Canadian winters she could never think of living anywhere else.

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Blog Tour review: christmas at the little cottage on the hill by emma davies

10/28/2018

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MY REVIEW
Christmas at the Little Cottage on the Hill is the first book that I’ve read in this series. The author, Emma Davies, is gifted at creating vivid images and tempting readers to skip staying at home for Christmas in exchange for spending it in a place like Joy’s Acre.

Some entertaining parts of this story are the ways in which it brings all the festive ideas and recipes and designs of Christmas together and the beautiful and inviting ambiance of the setting.

Readers can take advantage of many of the ideas offered and easily taste and smell some of the dishes prepared.

In addition, the residents show us how stressful it can be trying to turn a certain Christmas celebration and another major event into realities. But they also show us how to rise above the obstacles thrown at them and not allow any setbacks to keep the love and Christmas Spirit from prevailing. Given that trying to get everything just right for Christmas can often be a harrowing experience, taking a break from it all to read how these pros handle it might be a great way to get recharged.

The regular residents are a happy bunch, and, with perhaps one exception, practically any challenges to their holiday plans are quickly dealt with. The majority of the story is driven more by the organizing and planning and socializing and eating get-togethers of the characters than by any prolonged major tensions or conflicts, although there are flashes of these, at least twice, where Angus and Ruby are concerned. Overall, though, for people who like stories light on tension and high on close-knit friends sharing and showcasing their Christmas genius and helping strangers like Ruby and her family fit right in, this story is a perfect read.

Given the book’s description, I expected to experience a lot more of the relationship between Angus and Ruby. The entirety of their romance might take up about 30-35 percent of the story. For good reason, it is a slow-burning affair. The first part of it, up until about 57% into the story, is limited to short encounters trickled in throughout the two major concerns in the story. I would like to have seen more of their story. Angus is a wonderful person, and there are scenes when he is with Ruby’s son, Jem, that are especially memorable. Watching Ruby “find her way back to the light” and the part of the story where Angus and Ruby’s relationship begins to take center-stage and moves in the direction of their new beginning together was the best part of the book for me.

Christmas at the Little Cottage on the Hill reads like a Hallmark Christmas movie, and readers enjoying those kinds of stories will definitely want to own this one.

Note: I was provided an ARC copy of this Christmas story by the publisher: Bookouture.

Christmas at the Little Cottage on the Hill (The Little Cottage Series Book 4) by Emma Davies

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One twinkling winter’s night, Ruby wakes her sleeping children and escapes for a new life in the countryside. It’s a choice that will change her life beyond all recognition…

Arriving at the cosy little rental cottage as the first snow begins to fall, Ruby doesn’t regret leaving her bully of a husband for a moment, but she does feel guilty about uprooting her kids so close to Christmas. She can only wish that one day soon her son will forgive her.

It’s not long before the family are settled in and drinking hot chocolate by the fire, the flames kept roaring by a neighbouring woodsman called Angus. As big as a tree, but as gentle as a dormouse, all Ruby’s instincts tell her to be wary of letting this gorgeous stranger get too close. Is that the first tingle of festive magic Ruby can feel? Or might it even be hope?

As Christmas day approaches and a blizzard sparks a power cut across the entire village, Ruby must force herself to believe in Christmas miracles again. Was she right to put her trust in Angus? With only flickering candles to guide her through the darkness, will she ever find her way back to the light?

Wrap yourself up in this utterly gorgeous festive romance, perfect for anyone who loves Heidi Swan, Jenny Colgan, Lucy Diamond – and Christmas!

About the author:

After a varied career, Emma Davies once worked for a design studio where she was asked to provide a fun and humorous (and not necessarily true) anecdote for their website. She wrote the following: 'I am a bestselling novelist currently masquerading as a thirty something mother of three.' Well the job in the design studio didn't work out but she's now a forty something mother of three and is happy to report the rest of her dream came true.

After many years as a finance manager she now writes full time, and is far happier playing with words than numbers. She lives with her husband, three children, and two guinea pigs in rural Shropshire where she writes in all the gaps in between real life. It's a county she adores, her love of its beautiful people and landscapes providing endless inspiration for her books, and in fact the only thing that would make Shropshire more idyllic is if it were by the sea.

Pop over to her website www.emmadaviesauthor.com where, amongst other things, you can read about her passion for Pringles and singing loudly in the car. You can also wave to her on twitter @EmDaviesAuthor or find her on Facebook (a little too often than is good for her)

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The perfect betrayal's cover reveal is happening right now! enjoy it.

9/13/2018

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Book Description:

'I thought she was our friend. I thought she was trying to help us.'

After the sudden death of her husband, Tess Clarke is drowning in grief. All she has left is her son, Jamie, and she'll do anything to protect him - but she's struggling to cope.

When grief counsellor Shelley knocks on their door, everything changes. Shelley is beautiful, confident and takes control when Tess can't bear to face the outside world.

But when questions arise over her husband's death and strange things start to happen, Tess begins to suspect that Shelley may have an ulterior motive. Tess knows she must do everything she can to keep Jamie safe - but who can she trust?

Meet Lauren North

Lauren writes psychological suspense novels that delve into the darker side of relationships and families. She has a lifelong passion for writing, reading, and all things books. Lauren’s love of psychological suspense has grown since childhood and her dark imagination of always wondering what’s the worst thing that could happen in every situation.

Lauren studied psychology before moving to London where she lived and worked for many years. She now lives with her family in the Suffolk countryside.

Readers can follow Lauren on Twitter: @Lauren_C_North,
and Facebook -@LaurenNorthAuthor

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come celebrate the release of Lizabeth scott's troublemaker

7/23/2018

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USA Today Bestselling Author Lizabeth Scott returns to the quaint southern town of Treemont, North Carolina. In this hot LOL standalone, a woman searching for love and approval follows her heart down a hard-learned road to second chances.

My rebellious young life ended after one incredible night spent with Filthy Arc’s lead singer Kyle Welsh.

A decade later, Kyle Welsh re-appears to claim his child. My son is the most important thing in my world, and there’s nothing I won’t do for him. Even forgiving his father and letting him into our lives and hearts.

The more I get to know Kyle, I realize he’s not the man on stage playing to sold-out arenas. Now, I’m crushing on him in a completely different way. Our lives are complicated enough without adding an impossible relationship into the mix.

But that’s the thing with troublemakers; we can’t resist the lure of trouble. Especially when it feels so freakin’ good.

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Heartbreaker - April & Elias
Troublemaker – Rachael & Kyle
Mastermind – Harlow & Duke

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Author Bio
Lizabeth spent years doing extensive research in preparation for writing her own stories by reading every romance book she could get her hands on. At least that's how she justifies her HUGE collection of romance books to Mr. Scott.

Liz grew up on a dairy farm in western North Carolina where she wrote her first story at the age of thirteen. She married her high school sweetheart and they have 2 kids and 2 simply adorable grands. With her children now settled and on their own Liz pulled her dreams of writing back out and that little spark that sizzled for years caught fire and is now roaring back to life.
Liz loves to read and write stories about quirky, endearing heroines and the strong, handsome heroes who love them to distraction. She promises you a few laughs along the way with some steamy and charming moments thrown in but always a happy ever after.

Reviews:
"Another smash read from Liz Scott! Beautifully written, this story will make you laugh and cry and fall in love all over again! I just finished this one and have to go back to page one and start it all over again. It's just that good!"— USA Today Bestselling Author Elizabeth Lennox

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Forest girl by empi baryeh is now available. get your copy today.

6/22/2018

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Title: FOREST GIRL

Author: Empi Baryeh

Genre: Multicultural Romance, Africa

Length: Full length novel

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Esi Afriyie has been in love with Michael Yaw Badu since childhood. When he receives a scholarship to study in America, all hope seems lost ... until he returns to Ghana ten years later. An arranged marriage contracted by their families makes her dreams come true, but does the reality of being Mrs. Michael Badu live up to the fantasy?

Michael may have married Esi, but he is in love with someone else—Forest Girl, a mystery woman he encountered just once in the forest. His heart belongs to her, and he doesn't need his beautiful wife awakening his carnal desires. He is even willing to sacrifice his marriage for another encounter with Forest Girl.

Reality is not what either Esi or Michael imagined. Esi is disillusioned; Michael feels trapped.

Will Michael give in and allow his heart to discover a love that was always meant to be, before it's too late?

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He didn’t want to get personal. He just needed to perform the act.

Michael had had every intention of sleeping on the floor tonight. He’d spent a good part of the afternoon fielding the suggestive comments a few bold men had made about tonight. It didn’t help that his manhood hardened with interest at the prospect, defying his own resolve not to touch his wife.

But she tempted him, standing there in her short night dress that barely reached the middle of her thighs. Her eyes stared at him, filled with innocence and passion all at the same time.

Turn around, Mike. Walk away before it’s too late.

She folded her arms beneath her pert breasts again, pushing them up in a manner he could not ignore. It may have been a manifestation of nerves, but his body sprang alive. He bit back a curse, realising he couldn’t walk away even if he wanted to.

He needed to consummate the marriage. If their union broke, as he wished it to, it couldn’t be because he hadn’t claimed her as his wife in every way. Such news never remained hidden. He’d be branded as something less than a real man, and that would certainly affect the elders’ already doubtful opinion of him.

However, when he took a step towards her, he knew at the back of his mind that it wasn’t out of obligation. He wanted to taste her lips again, feel her soft breasts press against his chest, know the taste of her tongue and every other secret part of her body.

“Put your arms around me, Esi,” he whispered.

Keep quiet, man. Talking made things personal. He didn’t want to get personal. He just needed to perform the act.

As she draped her arms around his neck, he lowered his head, so she wouldn’t have to stand on her toes. The gesture brought her face inches away from his. He closed the rest of the space between them, capturing her lips as he kissed her, gently at first, then more urgently as he lost control.

She tasted great; she smelled divine. Against all his convictions, he genuinely wanted her. At the core of it brewed an unexpected yearning in his heart that he didn’t attempt to understand. One thing was certain. Sex with her would be anything but casual—a thought that scared him, yet not enough for him to stop.

He didn’t know when he undressed her, but when they reached the bed, she was naked. He fumbled to take his clothes off.

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There are not enough words to describe how much I loved this story. The author painted a vivid picture with her fantastical storytelling. She crafted a story that made you fall in love with the characters and their stories that they had to tell.

~ Cranky - The Book Curmudgeon

Esi is one of the sweetest characters that I’ve encountered in a long time ... Once she married Michael her strength grew and I appreciated her character even more for having to endure what she did while still keeping the faith that everything would work out.
~Nana Prah, Author

¸.•´¨❥¸.•´¨ ABOUT THE AUTHOR ¸.•´¨❥¸.•´¨

Empi Baryeh is the award-winning author of Most Eligible Bachelor (Book of the year, 2017 Ufere Awards). She writes sweet and sensual African, multicultural and interracial romance. She's been writing since the age of thirteen after stumbling upon an uncompleted YA story her sister had written. The story fascinated her so much that, when she discovered it was unfinished, she knew she had to complete it. Somehow the rest of the story began to take shape in her mind and she's been writing ever since. She lives in Accra, Ghana, with her husband and their two lovely kids.

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