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Nikki Belaire!!!
The Truth About Tequila by Nikki Belaire
Gina’s alone – exactly how she likes it. No one to tell her it’s not her fault, to stop blaming herself. Free from the pitiful looks and whispered condolences. Nothing to remind her of everything she wants to forget. Until Max. The sexy diversion who lives in the same dangerous world and likes her bed as much as she does. Too bad he loves someone else. Who happens to be her new best friend and his boss’s wife. She might as well close her legs because he’s never going to open his heart. A simple promise. Living in a dark existence of death, greed, and deviance, Max swore to protect an innocent woman’s life because he didn’t have anything in his own worth saving. Until Gina. The seductive mafia princess who hides more secrets than he ever imagined. Lying to herself and everyone else that goodness no longer exists behind her broken spirit. He’ll sacrifice everything to prove she’s not second choice. Even if her lies destroy their only chance for happiness.
Excerpt:
“Can I talk to you for a minute?”
Her
stomach drops at Max’s soft voice in her ear. This is it. He’s going to
ask. Want to know what happened, hear the horrible details. Or worse,
offer his sympathy. His soothing voice gentle, full of pity and sorrow.
Neither of which she wants or deserves.
She
accepts his outstretched hand, but keeps her eyes on the floor. Unable
to look at him or any of them. Maybe she can call a cab. Go straight to
the airport. Fuck her bags and art supplies. Nick can hire a real artist
to finish the mural, and she can go home. Alone. Where she belongs.
The
front door closes behind them, and she steels herself for the reprimand
or apology or condolences to begin. Sprinklers lining the small yard
come to life, iridescent streaks shooting from the pulsing heads. Soft
green grass perfect for the kids to play when they’re not at the beach.
Maybe Gabby likes to swim. Wears those funny plastic floaties on her
arms. Cute little goggles. Pink bikini with ruffles on the butt. Easier
to focus on life in paradise rather than Max’s hands sliding around her
shoulders.
Anything
to keep from thinking about his chin resting on top of her head. Her
arms remain at her sides. She doesn’t want to hear it, doesn’t need to
know how sorry he is or how pathetic she seems.
Yet,
he remains quiet. Not a word or a sigh. No snarl of aggravation. Just
his arms holding her close. Not thrown into the air from frustration or
anger. Embracing her. Giving her the one thing she needs. For once, she
gives into it completely. Her body softens, and she lets him support
her, bear her burden. And, he never falters. Takes it all. No
hesitation.
A
light breeze carries the melody of the wind chimes, entwined with
Gabby’s musical laugh from the kitchen. The only indication the rest of
the world still exists. A reminder the peace is only temporary. She
should step back, give him an explanation. Or apologize. Or offer to
leave. Yet, she can’t pull away from his tender affection. Fearful this
may be the last time she receives it.
“We’re not very good at this, are we?”
She snuggles against his shirt at his whisper, allowing her hands to slide up his back and return his hug. “At what?”
“Relationships.”
His lips press against her hair. “I think people are supposed to talk
and tell each other stuff when they’re dating.”
“Is
that what this is?” Fear coils through her stomach. It would take only
one word for her to shatter, for all her will power to evaporate.
“It’s what I want. Do you?”
Her
breath catches in her throat. He says the words she longs to hear. Yet
it’s hard to believe they’re true. Difficult to accept when there was
never any hope they could be real. “Yes.”
“More than just sex?”
“We’re good at that part.”
“Yeah,
we are.” Laughter tickles her skin, releasing some of the tension
pinching her neck and shoulders. “Maybe tonight we can do both.”
The
huskiness in his voice weakens her knees for the second time in five
minutes. How fast can they eat and get the hell out of here? “Sex
first.”
Another deep laugh shakes them both. “I’m willing to make the sacrifice if you are.”
A
small gasp escapes her mouth at his knuckles running down her cheek,
his gaze meeting hers, melting a little bit of the fear clenching her
heart. Maybe this can work. She lays her head on his chest again,
breathing in his essence, always soothing her with his mystifying fusion
of strength and gentleness.
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WINE & WHISKEY by Nikki Belaire
WINE & WHISKEY by Nikki Belaire
No longer controlled by her mother, manager, or former fiancé, pop star
Shae Armstrong steps out on her own and into the path of Nick DeMarco, a
wealthy investor with alleged ties to organized crime and real
childhood scars to overcome. She wants to take it slow. He needs her
now, in his life and in his bed.
Nick’s enemies threaten her career, her friendships, even her sanity, but not Shae’s heart - the one thing Nick holds precious. He proves his love is real, and she stops running. Until everything around them falls apart, including him. He swore he would never hurt her. Instead, he almost destroys them both. Shae makes a dangerous choice, sacrificing her happiness for his, just like he always does for her.
Now that she’s found her own voice, can Shae survive the challenges of living in Nick’s world?
Nick’s enemies threaten her career, her friendships, even her sanity, but not Shae’s heart - the one thing Nick holds precious. He proves his love is real, and she stops running. Until everything around them falls apart, including him. He swore he would never hurt her. Instead, he almost destroys them both. Shae makes a dangerous choice, sacrificing her happiness for his, just like he always does for her.
Now that she’s found her own voice, can Shae survive the challenges of living in Nick’s world?
Excerpt:
As the jet begins its descent, Shae turns from the window and looks at him. “Now are you going to tell me where we are?”
Nick holds up his finger. “Patience. I said when we land.”
His
breath catches as she rolls her eyes and laughs, soft and silky,
warming him in the cool cabin. He didn’t think it was possible for her
to be more beautiful than she already is. Her face flushes and eyes
sparkle with excitement, matching the hint of glitter across her bare
shoulders completely exposed with her hair in loose curls behind her
head. He would take a beating just to taste the soft, sweet skin at the
base of her neck.
At the bump of the landing gear rolling across the runway she looks back at him again. “We’ve landed. Tell me!”
“We’re
slightly northeast of wine country. I read an article in one of the
business journals about a man from Indiana re-opening his grandfather’s
winery. I thought we could check it out before he launches.”
“Oh, I love it. I can’t wait.”
Once
the pilots open the door and disembark, Max and the two security men
accompanying them file out. She starts to stand up, but he puts his hand
on her arm. Loathe to rouse any uncertainty, he attempts a casual tone.
“Just a minute, sweetness. Let Max take care of things first.”
Two
black SUVs sit on the tarmac with a young woman wearing a navy blazer
standing next to them. Max talks to her as the other two men open the
doors and inspect the interiors. A slight frown darkens Shae’s angelic
face, his stomach clenching at her anxiety.
“Is everything okay?”
“It’s just a precaution. I don’t want anything to ruin our day.”
Her lips curl into a smile, and she squeezes his hand, releasing some of his tension. “Nothing will.”
After
the inspection is complete, Max signs the woman’s clipboard and takes
the keys from her. Nick pulls Shae up from her seat and leads her down
the steps. “Let’s go.”
They
drive along the countryside with Max and his team following behind.
Tall trees border farm fields, separating them by owner or crop. A few
stray clouds float above the distant mountains, no barrier to the
abundant sunshine.
Resting her head against the seat, she turns to him. “How did you arrange for us to have such beautiful weather?”
“I’m good at charming angels.”
She laughs and shakes her head. “You’re still as slick as the day I met you.”
He
brings her hand to his mouth and kisses each knuckle. Somehow she saw
past his arrogance and gave him chance. And, somehow he’s lucky to earn
more even when he fucks up. “You’re still as beautiful.”
“What am I going to do with you?”
“Love me.”
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Wine & Whiskey: Everything for You (Surviving Absolution Book 2) by Nikki Belaire
The only woman Nick’s ever loved wears his ring and carries his baby.
All the dreams he never thought possible have finally come true. Because
of Shae. His sweet angel gives him everything he’s ever wanted.
To be together, they’ve fought against their careers, her friends, and the demons from their pasts. Yet, nothing and no one has ever been able to sever the connection between them. After finding their way back to each other, Shae believes in Nick and his love for her. Accepting her absolute faith in him, Nick’s finally learned to trust himself. Their commitment to each other unwavering and complete.
Yet, the perfect life remains just out of reach. Nick and Shae face the biggest challenge threatening their relationship. He’ll destroy any man who tries to steal the happiness she deserves. Can their love survive Nick’s plan to ensure Shae’s always safe?
To be together, they’ve fought against their careers, her friends, and the demons from their pasts. Yet, nothing and no one has ever been able to sever the connection between them. After finding their way back to each other, Shae believes in Nick and his love for her. Accepting her absolute faith in him, Nick’s finally learned to trust himself. Their commitment to each other unwavering and complete.
Yet, the perfect life remains just out of reach. Nick and Shae face the biggest challenge threatening their relationship. He’ll destroy any man who tries to steal the happiness she deserves. Can their love survive Nick’s plan to ensure Shae’s always safe?
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About Nikki Belaire:
Nikki writes contemporary romantic thrillers and admits to a weakness for alpha males and bad boys, especially ones who can’t live without the strong women they love.
She spends more time in her characters’ lives than her own. But, when she’s in the real world, her passions include reading, wine appreciating, running, and spending time with her husband and daughter.
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