Finding the perfect guy is like mixing the perfect drink. It's all about the taste and presentation.
Maddy's gone off the deep end, at least that's what her family thinks when she handles her med school rejections by moving to the Outer Banks. It doesn't help that she's paying her bills by bartending and is sharing walls with two guys, even if one of them is her childhood best friend.
Her choice of men seems more balanced on the surface—Colin is driven, sexy, and gainfully employed, but she can't help spending her Thursday nights searching for the perfect drink for Lyle, whose music captivates her with its haunting lyrics. Maddy believes everyone has a perfect drink—and finding Lyle's isn't a challenge she's willing to lose.
Shaken Not Stirred- Excerpt #1
“I think I need to build up those
expectations.” He leaned over the center console and crushed his lips against
mine. I responded immediately, loving the way his lips felt and wanting more.
He pushed his way into my mouth, and I eagerly welcomed him. Cinnamon and
desire mixed as he intensified the kiss. I needed to be closer, and I pressed
my body against his. It wasn’t close enough, and he lifted me over onto his
lap.
My arms wrapped around his neck as
his hands slid down my back. I wanted him. Right there in the parking lot with
the top down on his convertible. It was like I was sixteen again with hormones
controlling everything. God knows what would have happened if I hadn’t leaned
back into the horn.
“Whoa…” I started to move off his
lap.
He braced his hands on my hips,
stilling me. “I think we set expectations too high. I don’t want to wait until
tomorrow.”
I broke free, moving to my side of
the car. “Remember what I said. I’m going to leave you wanting more.” I got out
of the car, pausing to glance back at him.
He groaned. “You’re mean, but I
deserve it. Sleep well, Maddy. Tomorrow night can’t come soon enough.” He sat
there while I walked inside.
I mustered every ounce of
resistance to stop myself from running back to invite him up.
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Ivy sounds like an author I should try out. Thanks.
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