Amanda
Larson is dedicated to her job and doesn't want to make time for anything else.
Until she runs into Jake Edwards. He used to be the cute boy next door; now
he's a sexy, big shot lawyer.
Jake Edwards isn't interested in commitment. He's successful, sexy, and single--and that's how he likes it. When he reconnects with Amanda, Jake realizes he might have to rethink his philosophy on the carefree, bachelor lifestyle.
But, is it too late for them? Or can he convince her that he's ready to give her his heart?
Jake Edwards isn't interested in commitment. He's successful, sexy, and single--and that's how he likes it. When he reconnects with Amanda, Jake realizes he might have to rethink his philosophy on the carefree, bachelor lifestyle.
But, is it too late for them? Or can he convince her that he's ready to give her his heart?
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Excerpt:
In high school, Amanda was
someone special. Hell, even before then. Their parents were best friends, which
had forced Jake and Amanda together. At first, he’d thought it was a hindrance.
Later, when she developed longer legs and a bigger bust, he found himself
around her more. After discovering her quirkiness, her love of art and her
sense of humor, he actually enjoyed being around her. But he never touched her.
He contemplated running his
fingers through her hair like he did his first year of college –– the last time
they were alone –– the night he left town and never saw her again.
Did she remember the night he
left? Of course she did. Seven years ago, he’d ruined their friendship.
He knew Amanda almost as well as he knew himself. Well, he’d known her.
Now she was a different woman.
Jake leaned in closer,
running his hand down her arm. “Know what I’m thinking?”
Amanda fiddled with her coaster
and smiled at him. “I’m not sure I want to know.”
“I’m thinking we should
spend a lot more time together.” He reached over and held her
chin. “It’s been way too long.”
Amanda licked her lips, and
damn it, it actually turned him on. Sweet little Mandy Larson wasn’t so sweet
anymore. She was driving him crazy.
She moved closer bridging
distance. “Why wait? There’s no time like the present.”
“Exactly.” He drank the last of
his beer as the waiter returned with her martini sans olive.
Jake leaned on the table with
his elbows, folded his hands together and studied her. “Look at you,
drinking a martini, living the life in New York City.” He examined her from
head to toe. “A sexy skirt. Tall boots.” He ran a finger down her cheek. “A
beautiful face.”
Amanda hiccupped and put down
her glass. “Now, wait a minute. I know it’s been a while, but some things never
change, including you.” She wagged her finger at him. “No smooth talking with
me. Don’t forget I used to know you better than anybody.”
Because his fingers actually
ached with the need to touch her again, he reached over and held her hand.
“Yeah, but things have changed, Mandy. We’re two different people now, and I
can’t wait to get to know who you are now.”
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Reading romance has always been at
the top of Melinda’s favorite past times. After hectic days of teaching English
to middle school students, Melinda finds time to write and read in the
evenings. She lives in Guatemala, Central America with her husband, three boys
and German Sheppard. She enjoys being the queen of her household and dreams of
being pampered fully by her boys once they are grown. Melinda loves reality TV,
traveling, blogging and playing Words With Friends.
Website: www.melindadozier.com
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