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What happens when the
siren becomes the tempted?
College student Tess Burke is on
the verge of eviction. Her life changed when her dad was in a bad car accident.
He’s been in the hospital for months and making little progress. Desperation is
setting in. They’re about to lose everything.
Successful architect Chase
Carlisle has made a name for himself among the rich and famous. His work keeps
him busy, leaving little time for a social life. When an old family friend
contacts him and asks him to care for his vibrant, sassy daughter, Chase feels
obligated to take her in; Patrick Burke had helped him when he was a troubled
teenager, heading down a path of destruction. If not for Pat, he would have
never become the man he is today.
The wild child turns Chase’s
world upside down, tempting him in ways he can’t resist. The sexy younger woman
shows him what he’s been missing the past few years. Their attraction is
obvious from the beginning despite Chase’s apprehension to getting involved
with Pat’s daughter. Tess wears him down but gets caught in her own trap when
she becomes the object of his deepest, darkest desires.
Contains adult content and
graphic sex
Excerpt...
“I wanted to talk about last
night.”
“What about it?” Tess turned to
look at him, her auburn locks blowing in the light breeze that danced through
the porch.
“Tessa, about that kiss…” Chase
stared out at the property. “I’m sending all these mixed vibes. I’m never this
indecisive.” He was used to taking what he wanted and worrying about
consequences later. With her, everything was different. She threw him off
balance and made him think about his every move.
“Don’t worry about it. We both
know we’re attracted to one another. It happened and it’s not a big deal.”
“It isn’t?” When had she become
so mature? Why wasn’t she trying to convince him that they should be together?
“Is that what you wanted to tell
me?”
“Not really but if you’re okay
with it...” He shook his head; the heat of her breath had lingered on his lips
for hours after that kiss. Every time he closed his eyes he felt her sigh
against his mouth. “I can’t forget about it. I know I told you we couldn’t be
together but none of my reasons make sense anymore. The more time I spend with
you the more I want you.”
“Are you saying you want to be
with me?”The look of vulnerability in her eyes scared him. She put on a good
act when it came to being tough but he knew the truth. There was a sweetness;
an innocence about her. One that told him she was still a girl; still on the
verge of becoming a woman – who needed to be loved, respected and desired. God
help him, but he wanted to be the man to show her all of that, and give her the
world.
“I want to back away from you; I
don’t want to let you in.” How much longer could he fight her? Fight these
baser instincts?
“Then go.” The certainty in her
eyes gave him clarity. This was her last attempt where he was concerned.
“I can’t, Tessa. Your pull is too
strong.” He lowered his mouth to hers, focusing on those forbidden lips. The
devil did exist. She stood in front of him as the flirtatious redhead who now
consumed his mind, body and soul. “I can’t resist your temptation anymore.”
“Then don’t.”
“I’m not sure I’m the right man
for you.”
“Why can’t you let me decide for
myself?” She let out a frustrated breath. “I’ve been making choices about my
life for a long time. I don’t need you to do what you think is best for me.
That’s not helping either one of us. All you’re doing is making both of us miss
out on something wonderful.”
He admired her spirit. That
vibrant spirit and uninhibited determination. “I know you’re capable of making
your own choices.” He kissed a path to her ear. “You’re capable of so many
things. I want to be the man who helps you realize all of your dreams.” He
moved his mouth along her jaw and back to her lips. “I can’t fight this
anymore. I won’t.”
“It’s about time.” She kissed
him, sweeping her tongue inside his mouth. “We’ve been doing nothing but
wasting time,” she said when she finally stopped for a breath.
“No, we haven’t.” He took her
face between his hands. “We have all the time in the world. We can take
everything slow. I want you Tessa, but after our explosive chemistry in the
study, I think moderation is in order.”
“Would you be this controlled
with anyone other than me?”
“No.” That was the truth.
Patience was not a virtue in his world.
“Then why?”
“Because I care about you. I
don’t want to screw this up.”
“Oh.”
“Don’t be so surprised. I’ve
grown quite fond of you.” He kissed her softly. “I want to do this right for a
change.”
“You don’t need to be so careful
with me.”
“I do. Trust me.” He stroked her
soft cheek. “Why don’t you get some breakfast while I shower?”
“I could shower with you…” She
grinned provocatively. “That might be fun.”
“Don’t tempt me.” He pressed his
lips to her forehead. “When you’re ready we’ll go get those pumpkins, maybe
visit your dad and then stop somewhere for a late lunch. How does that sound?”
“Like a date?” She trailed her
finger down his chest to his waistband. “I’d love to.”
“Perfect.” He kissed her one more
before pulling away. At this rate they’d never leave the porch. “I’ll see you
in a bit.”
“Are you sure?” She gripped his
biceps, pulling him back to her. “We could stay here and just… get to know one
another.”
Good God, but she was a
cheeky addiction!
“I love your fearlessness but
we’ll stick with my plan.” He tapped the tip of her nose with his finger.
“We’ll leave in an hour.”
“Fine,” she huffed as she walked
over to the porch swing. “I’ll be ready.”
He laughed as he made his way
into the house, dropping his mug off in the sink before hurrying up the back
staircase, taking two steps at a time. The faster he showered, the sooner they
could be together. Tessa was right, he had been wasting time, but no more. Today
was a new day, full of so many possibilities.
He stripped out of his pajama
bottoms and t-shirt while he waited for the water to heat up in the large,
master shower. Thoughts of her wet, soapy and naked with him in the stall did
nothing for his persistent erection. He stepped into the shower and let the hot
water flow over his tense muscles. The multiple shower heads drenched his skin
as the heavy steam filled the room. He closed his eyes and let his mind
disengage, but then the stall door opened.
***
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Ella Jade has been
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dialogue have always played out in her head, but she never knew what to do with
them. That all changed when she discovered the eBook industry. She started
penning novels at a rapid pace and now she can't be stopped.
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Jersey with her husband and two boys. When she's not chasing after her kids,
she's busy creating sexy, domineering men and the strong women who know how to
challenge them in and out of the bedroom. She hopes you'll get lost in
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