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Welcome to Major Love~~~Major Romance, Allison Merritt.

Congratulations on your new release, The Treasure Hunter’s Lady! And thank you so much for the GiveAway!

Can you tell us about the story and how you came up with the idea?

The Treasure Hunter’s Lady is set in 1884 between Boston and what was then Dakota Territory.

Romy Farrington seems to have the perfect life—a world-famous archaeologist father, a pretty dowry and an upcoming marriage to a wealthy businessman. But to Romy, her new life among the elitists is like a punishment.

 For years, she traveled the world at her father’s side, exploring new lands and uncovering ancient secrets. It was everything she ever wanted, until a near-fatal encounter with hostile natives forced her and her father into a life of retirement in Boston and an undesired advance into proper society.

Everything changes again when she’s saved from an accident by a brash Texan in a back alley. Abel Courte may act like a care-free cowboy, but he’s harboring a secret—he’s searching for the Diamond of Uktena, a legendary jewel that can cure any disease known to man. He needs information Romy’s father has in order to get to the jewel. When he traces the origin of the Diamond to Dakota Territory, he sets off to claim the treasure, only to find the archaeologist’s fiery redheaded daughter stuck to him like a bug in sap.

 In a race against time, Romy and Abel must learn to trust each other as they undertake a cross-country journey that will expose them to lands uncharted by white men, a deadly battle against the fearsome creature in possession of the Diamond and a fight to return to civilization where they might make the greatest discovery of all—love.

 The Treasure Hunter’s Lady has kind of a crazy story behind it. A few years ago after a long break, I decided to start writing again and I was researching a historical romance set in Australia. I fell in love with everything I learned about that country (unfortunately, I’ve never been) and around the same time I was re-watched The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen. I thought, wow, I would love to write a story with crazy paranormal elements and cool technology set in Australia. So the first draft, which is way shorter than the finished MS is set in Australia. When I started pitching and trying to get an agent, they all seemed repulsed by the idea of setting it out of the country and I ended up writing a version set in America.

Well, I would have loved the story set in Australia, but since I’m from Texas, I don’t mind a hot hometown boy either. I have this downloaded on my Nook and am reading it right now.

Looking back over all of the intimate moments you’ve created between characters, which scene would you most like to experience for yourself?  What makes it so alluring?

There’s a scene in the middle of the book where Romy and Abel seek shelter in a cave to get out of a rain storm. Romy has just fallen down an embankment and banged her legs up pretty good, but Abel volunteers to run some liniment on them. First they have to get out of those wet clothes. I’m all about leg rubs, especially naked ones that lead to steamy scenes. I could do without the cave though. Fortunately there were no bats in this particular cave, but still….

That sounds adventurous and romantic.

If a reader is unfamiliar with your work, which of your books would you suggest he or she read first?  Why?

 The Treasure Hunter’s Lady is my debut novel, but I have a couple of short stories up on Amazon and B&N as well. One’s really short, like you’d find in the Woman’s World magazine and it’s free, one’s a short novella that’s contemporary and the other is a western with a little bit of a love story.

Which genres do you write in and why?

 I once read a numerology report that said I’m a jack-of-all-trades. That’s so true. My heart belongs to historical romances, but I like to break loose from time to time. I’m labeling The Treasure Hunter’s Lady as a steampunk romance, which has a historical base, but brings in some wacky technology and has paranormal elements. I also really want to write a contemporary romance, I just need to figure out the characters and plot—I’m thinking cowboys. I have a couple of contemp short stories that were a lot of fun to write.

Cowboys are good. I love the voice of a good cowboy.

What are you currently working on?

Right now I’m working on the follow-up novel to The Treasure Hunter’s Lady. It’s called The Sky Pirate’s Wife and features the airship captain from THL as the hero. I’m about three quarters done with the first draft. I’ve also got a historical paranormal novella going on.

What gets you into the mood to write?

Go ahead and laugh, but hearing theme songs from movies like The Eye of the Tiger (from Rocky)or The Climb (from Hannah Montana the Movie—which I haven’t seen, but I really loved the song), get me jazzed. Also, instrumental soundtracks. I think, these fantastic characters made this journey from point A to point B. I’m the hero of my own story.

I am laughing at this question not at your last answer. Because you always make me hungry with your Facebook posts. LOL Favorite snack or drink while you write?

Anything easy to grab. I can’t handle a fork or a spoon while I’m typing, but I can spare a few seconds to cram a handful of Cheerios into my mouth.  Anything that comes out of a box ready to eat is my friend.

Any words of advice to aspiring authors?

Don’t be afraid to learn. If there’s something you want to do or try in writing, ask around, find out about it on the Internet, join groups and just get in there and get your hands dirty. I did pretty much  everything on The Treasure Hunter’s Lady by myself. The cover, the formatting, the file conversions, marketing, but thank heavens I had help with editing. It was all because I wasn’t too timid to get in there and learn it. It’s kind of freeing to learn something new and it keeps your mind sharp.

Good Advice and so true.

What are you currently reading?

Ooo, I got an e-reader for Christmas, so my book reading world has really opened up. I just finished Zombies Don’t Cry: A Living Dead Love Story by Rusty Fischer. I have a couple of other contemporary romances lined up to get into, but I’m not sure which one to pick yet.

And finally, is there anything you would like to share?

Just big thank yous for everyone who helped me along the way. I’d be sitting drowning in a puddle of tears without my writer friends and my family. You guys are the best.

Ally – it was a pleasure to have you here. You’re welcome anytime.

The Treasure Hunter’s Lady is avaiable at

Amazon – http://www.amazon.com/The-Treasure-Hunters-Lady-ebook/dp/B0076ZE4W2/ref=ntt_at_ep_dpt_4

B&N – http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/books/1108643191?ean=2940014022002&itm=1&usri=the+treasure+hunter%27s+lady

Smashwords – https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/130781 

Allison can be found at the following links:

http://havenovelwilledit.blogspot.com

http://facebook.com/allisonmwrites

http://twitter.com/allison_merritt

http://www.goodreads.com/allisonmwrites

Every year for Valentine’s Day my husband asks, “What do you want?” I think it’s because he wants me to say, “Nothing.”

Ha Ha Ha! Every year I ask for a massage. As a mother of three under the age of eight, I need to relax and a massage not only soothes tense muscles, but it gets me away from my stressful environment for a while. You know the one where you can’t take a shower or use the bathroom without someone interrupting you.

So as your treat today I’m giving you a short steamy massage story and offering a chance to win a five dollar gift card from All Romance EBooks.

For your chance to win – Just “like” my Facebook page and follow my blog, then leave a comment with your email to follow-up and tell me what you like for Valentine’s Day. 

 Moore Massage by Casea Major

Story One from Moore is Better Series

If you have more stress you need Moore massage!

WARNING: This story contains explicit sex and language some may find offensive.

Staring in the mirror, Candace James smoothed her raw eyebrows. The dim lighting of the Grand Spa’s restroom didn’t detract from the redness the waxing created, but Denise was the best esthetician in the city.

Having received her relaxing facial, she left the restroom and headed for her deep-tissue massage with the new girl, Cary. Hopefully, the gal would be a good as Jessie. God, that woman had worked miracles on her back and shoulders. She was the main reason Candie was

now a once-a-month massage addict.  She sighed. Too bad Jessie quit to have a baby.

She shuffled down the quiet hall in her terrycloth robe and house shoes. The soft plush fabric brushed enticingly against her bare skin.

A short athletic looking girl with curly brown hair called to her from further down the hall, “Ms. James?”

Candie nodded.

“I have you set up in the Peacock Room. Please make yourself comfortable. Cary Moore, our new therapist will be in to check on you in a moment.”

“Great.” Her shoulders quivered at the thought of skilled fingers working out the kinks of her stressful life.

Owning her own employment agency was a dream come true. But being a small business owner came with the price of long hours and stress. Not that she was complaining. She loved her job and the people she worked with. Reading people was her gift, and fitting those people with rewarding employment opportunities her calling. Every person had a place. But the time they took didn’t allow her much of a social life.  At least not a sustainable social life, so her ex-husband told her. The divorce was final nine months ago.

Living without a man wasn’t difficult. She provided for herself well enough. Better than that even. But she missed the intimacy of having a lover. Not necessarily the sex. Well, okay. Maybe the sex a little.

She stepped into the Peacock Room, a soothing experience in cool teal, blues and greens. Breathing in the herb-scented air, she smiled, her muscles already relaxing. She removed the robe and lay face down on the table, covering her bare behind with the soft Egyptian cotton sheet.

The smooth jazz was a delightful change from the new age soundscapes Jessie used. So far, everything about Cary’s room pleased her. She closed her eyes and took in the soothing comfort.

A brisk knock and the door opened. A rush of cool air blew across her skin, and chill bumps rose on her arms. Her nipples hardened into uncomfortable peaks. She took several deep breaths and closed her eyes. Oh, she so needed this.

A strong hand touched her arm. Its warmth soothed her chills. Her body melted into the cushioned table.

“Hello, Ms. James. I’m Cary Moore,” a deep male voice drawled.

Her eyes flew open, and she lifted her head. “Wh—What? You’re not a woman.”

Her gaze met the intense stare of two sapphire eyes, set in a smooth tan face framed by dark hair. He smiled, and her heart skipped a beat then did the cha-cha.

“I get that a lot. Does my being a man make you uncomfortable?”

Shit. He was hotter than molten lava. Tall with broad shoulders that pleasantly strained the fabric of his t-shirt. “Well, I—I usually….”

He tilted his chin and pinned her with his gaze. “You usually, what?”

She gulped and stared. Oh for God’s sake, Candie. He’s just a guy. A hot guy but still a guy. Who’s about to touch every inch of your naked body. She sucked in a long breath.

“Ms. James, are you all right? Would you like some lemon water before we start?”

“Huh?”  The words finally registered in her mind and she realized she’d been staring. “Oh, no. But I—I don’t think….”

His eyes never left her gaze, and his bright smile turned to a wolfish grin. Tingles shot through her core. He squirted a healthy amount of lotion in his palm and slowly smoothed it across both hands. The scent almost visibly wafted through the air and into her nostrils, intoxicating her with calming lavender and mint. “Do you have any particular problem areas you’d like me to concentrate on?”

Her jaw dropped open, and her face flushed with heat. The first place that came to her mind was highly inappropriate.

As if he’d heard her thought, he chuckled. The sound shot through her like an erotic arrow. A thin sheen of perspiration covered her, and blood pumped wildly through her body. At least she wasn’t cold anymore, but her hardened nipples still throbbed. She dropped her head into the face pillow and whimpered. Trouble.

Get a grip. He was a professional. She was a professional. There was nothing inappropriate or out of line about the situation. It was the Grand Spa for God’s sake not Jerri’s Massage and Modeling on Harry Hines.

He stood at her head. She stared down at his jean-clad legs through the hole in the head pillow and tried to regulate her heartbeat. His hands touched her back and rubbed from her shoulders down to her waist. His fingers pleasantly sank into tense muscles like tiny tasers emitting shocks of electrical current at each point of contact. She gasped.

He splayed his strong hands over her spine and shoulder blades, kneading and rubbing in deep methodical strokes. “Take slow, deep breaths and release.”

The calm baritone drawl glazed her conscious thought, but his touch heated intimate places. Her breaths were nowhere near slow and deep. In fact, she was panting like her golden retriever, Busby, after a run in the park.

He continued to work his magical fingers over her knotted muscles. Her body continued to overheat.

Moving down her back, he massaged her lower lumbar and sciatic areas, his upper arms brushing the top of her shoulders and his chest hovering like a canopy over her.

Candie swallowed hard. Shit. Shit. And double shit. She’d not kept her panties on. She never did with Jessie.  Her comfort level with Jessie had allowed her to indulge and let Jessie massage her glutes. And, well…she had actually looked forward to it. The butt massage was the most relaxing part, and she’d never felt self-conscious with the familiar woman.

But with Mr. Adonis and his vibrating fingers…

He gently laid his hand over her covered behind. “You seem very tense. Just relax, Ms. James.”

But his hot hand on her ass didn’t make that possible. She let out a moan.

“I know what you need.” He leaned over and whispered in her ear, “Close your eyes and just allow the sensations to overtake you. No other thought but how my hands feel on your body. Okay?”

She nodded.

He folded the sheet back to uncover her all the way to her knees. She squeaked and shivered at the exposure, but then sucked up her nervousness and tried to concentrate on relaxing. If she tensed her butt, her overwhelming cellulite would become more dimpled. A loud groan escaped her, and she pounded her forehead against the headrest.

“Trust me. You’re a beautiful woman. You need to learn to worship the beauty of your body. I can help you.” His large hands slid over her thighs and rump with perfect pressure. As he pressed her hips into the table and massaged her butt cheeks, two things happened: her body melted, and the space between her legs became more aroused and slicker, wetness dampening her inner thighs and moistening the sheet underneath.

His fingers manipulated and kneaded her ass, circling lower and lower until his thumbs rested between her thighs. She sighed heavily. He was a miracle worker. Even through her nervousness and arousal, the deep penetration of his hands into her most used muscles was like liquid relaxation poured over her.

He spread her legs and lightly stroked her outer labia. Her eyes opened wide, and she stared down at the thin commercial carpet. Her ragged breaths hissed through slightly parted lips. A tremor shuttered down her spine.

“Easy now. Just relax.” His tickling caress caused her to squirm and giggle. He kept up the steady caresses, building her to a place where only full release would satisfy.

“Roll over and scoot down.” His husky voice sent heat waves rushing through her belly into her crotch.

Could she do this? Was it right? Moral? Oh, fuck it. At this moment all she wanted was his continued touch on the intimate places of her body. She rolled over, allowing him full access to her exposed vagina.

“I see your hesitation. But there’s nothing to be embarrassed about.”

Embarrassed? Right now she was so horny if he didn’t bring her to climax she was going to knock him in the head with one of his hot stones.

“In case you’re wondering, I don’t do this for all my clients. Only a few. But you seem to have a special need.” His hand cupped her vagina. “And that need outweighs decorum, right?” He smiled seductively.

Her breath hitched, and her eyes fluttered back in her head. She couldn’t speak but only nodded.

A moan escaped her lips as she scooted her behind down to allow her head to rest on a pillow Cary provided. He slid his hand over her upper body grazing the taut buds of her nipples.

She closed her eyes. “Mmm….”

“That’s right. Just allow the sensations to take over.”  His nimble fingers worked over her breasts then slid down past her waist to brush her womanly mound.

“Ahhh…”

“Wonderful vocalizations. Tension can be released through your voice and it’s a great way to encourage your partner.”

Tingles spread through her groin.

“Hold on to your pillow.”

She grabbed the pillow as he took hold of her legs and pulled her to the end of the table. Her legs hung over at the knees.

What was he doing? The waves of pleasure from his touch still gently rocked her body. He rolled his stool to the foot of the table, sat, and positioned her legs over his shoulders.

She lifted her head off the table. “Oh, no.  I don’t—”

His hot breath blew a steady stream of air over her lower lips.

“Oh. Ohhh. God.” She threw her head back and thrashed it from side to side. She couldn’t do this. No one had ever…

He chuckled. “Let me pleasure you. Just relax. Take deep breaths.”

The words blew across the moist, intimate juncture between her legs, igniting a fire that begged for release. His hands roamed over her naked thighs as he leaned his face in. Soft caressing kisses whispered through her flesh. Her body melted into liquid arousal, and she allowed the full weight of her legs to rest on his shoulders.

“That’s it, beautiful. Give yourself permission. There’s nothing wrong with a little pleasure release.”

His fingers worked slow little circles up and down her slick folds. She couldn’t remember the last time she’d been so wet. Her desire continued to build. Her legs pressed against his broad chest. He spread her wider and touched her inner lips with his mouth, nipping the soft flesh, swollen with excitement from his workings.

She sighed and trembled. His mouth rocked her with gentle lapping waves.

He flicked her clit. She gasped and fisted her hands in the Egyptian cotton. His velvet tongue slid through the silky hot trench, flicking and circling the nub that twitched at his movement.

He stopped and lifted his head. “I want you to open your mind and release your thoughts. Speak words that will increase your pleasure.”

“What do you mean?” She panted and lifted her head.

Gazing into her eyes, he said, “Quite simply—I want you to talk dirty. Words you’ve never spoken except in your head I want you to speak. Tell me what you want and how it feels.”

She closed her eyes as her cheeks heated. “Oh.”

Her chest rose and fell in rapid succession. She couldn’t do that. Dirty words didn’t turn her on. Oh, who the fuck was she kidding? She said those words in private as she pleasured herself. Why not with him?

“Tell me what you want.”

“Lick me.”

“Lick you where?”

“Lick my pussy. Ohh.” The words felt decadent. And dirty.

So did his response. He spread her folds and licked the length from clit to opening.

“Oh God. Yes. Lick my throbbing pussy.”

He obviously heard her and obeyed. His languid movements lapped and laved the swollen bud.

“Yes.” She gasped and moaned. “Your mouth feels so good on my wet cunt. My clit is about to explode. Ohh. Ahh.”

He trailed his finger down into her opening and stroked inside with gentle motions. He never sped his pace, and the pressure continued to build. Her pussy was about to combust. It was all so hot. His glorious tongue and the sight of his head buried between her thighs sent her to heaven. The slow thrust of his tongue on her clit and finger in her cunt tightened her inner muscles.

“Oh, fuck me harder with your finger.”

He did. And added a digit.

Stretched in ecstasy tingles shot over her body, and she arched up hard against his face. “Oh soo fucking good.”

The words released her into the air like a lost helium balloon, and she rose in the openness of her desire. Gutteral, animalistic sounds rumbled from her mouth and increased her enjoyment. Clear. Panting. Faster and louder.

He sped his strokes, harder and deeper as he sucked her taut clit into his mouth. She pressed her head back into the table. He sucked her urgently. The world narrowed to his mouth between her legs. The exquisite pleasure built to unbearable levels. Her body shattered and contracted, jerking and spasming against him. “Oh. God. I’m cumming.”

She came hard against his mouth, his fingers drawing a gush of fluid from her pulsing cunt as they fucked her with expert precision.

Slowing, he lessened the pressure. He continued to milk her glorious orgasm for several minutes, allowing her an afterglow she’d never experienced, and it was almost as satisfying as the climax itself. Her breathing evened to normal. But she continued to jerk and contract with the periodic flick of his tongue.

He lifted and pulled her body fully back on the table, covered her with the sheet, and finished the remainder of her massage. She floated above herself in complete bliss, feeling as if she were made of Jell-O.

When he finished, he spoke softly, “There you are, Ms. James. Much more relaxed than before.”

She opened her sleepy eyes and tried to focus.

He grinned impishly. “Should I schedule you for once a month?”

She shook her head and rasped, “How about once a week?”

He chuckled. “You got it. Just call anytime you need Moore.”

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Glad to have you, Skye.

Thanks so much to Casea for having me here!

Sometimes I find it so crazy that a small coincidence, just a trick of fate, can lead to something meaningful. When I was eleven years old, I was flipping through those coupon books with my mom and found an introductory summer program for martial arts. I knew absolutely nothing about karate or any of that, but I was bored and my mom agreed.

I loved it! It challenged me physically and mentally (though I didn’t think of that way then, I just thought it was fun ).  From there I went on to train for the next seven years, earning my black belt along the way. I also trained and worked as an instructor in the school, something which gave me confidence and life experience. My instructor, my school, the community of other students – all of it shaped my middle school and high school years.

It was just a small thing, finding a coupon on a rainy day, but what an impact it’s had on my life!

A similar chance encounter was the inspiration for my martial arts romance, Below the Belt. A lot of my story ideas start out as a what-if question. What if a guy were to have sex with a random girl. Neither of them care about each other. Neither of them are interested in pursuing a relationship (yet). What would it take to turn that into a romance?

From there, the rest of the story fell into place. Because it turns out that guy is a martial artist, gunning for gold in a national championship so that he can win sponsorship money to start his own school. And that woman? She’s got a martial art past of her own, one she’s trying to leave behind. Neither of them want to want each other, but sparks will fly.

In this scene, the hero and heroine are engaged in said anonymous hook-up. It’s not supposed to mean anything, or matter. It’s only sex.

“Who are you, really?” she whispered.

“I’m no one,” he murmured, his face buried in her silky soft hair. “No one special.” It was the truth. He’d grown up too poor and too stupid to be anyone. No matter how hard he fought, he was just another loser from Podunk, Nowhere.

“Oh yeah?” she challenged softly. “A two time national medalist and forerunner for the male heavyweight competition is nobody?”

Abe lifted his head.

“Yeah, I recognized you,” she said.

She didn’t understand. It wouldn’t be enough. Not any of it, not ever. His throat tight, he gave a short shake of his head.

“Oh, Abe,” she said. God, what was that look in her eyes? He wanted to look away from it, but he couldn’t. “You’re someone special. I see it.”

The line wouldn’t come—the one that would make this whole conversation a joke, instead of the truth. He always laughed it off, or fought it off, no matter what came.

Not this time.

She’d come out of nowhere and blindsided him, but he couldn’t figure it out just then. Not with his lust driving him insane. It was like the tunnel vision in the middle of a fight, when he couldn’t hear or even see, but just moved on pure instinct.

“Lie down,” he ordered. “I need to get inside you.” What the hell was wrong with him? He needed to keep it together. His legendary control, his focus, was all shot to hell.

Thankfully, she did lie down on the ballroom carpet, and even better, spread her legs in acceptance. If she hadn’t, he would have been liable to do something stupid—like beg.

He pulled his wallet out of his pants, ripping through it until he found the condom. Tossing the wallet to the floor, he undid his pants and rolled the condom on. He thought he heard something—voices maybe. It didn’t really matter. They wouldn’t come in here.

He just had to fuck her. Everything would be okay if he was in her, feeling her heat, riding her to completion.

They can already feel the attraction, the pull of something deeper, but they aren’t necessarily acknowledging it. There’s no conscious thought that this might be someone they could fall in love with or know better. And even as he knows there’s something different about, that only makes him want to have sex with her more, not step back. Because, when we’re in that turning point, all we can do is hold on to what we know…until all hell breaks loose.

If you’d like to read one, Below the Belt is available at the major online retailers. Plus, one commenter will win a copy of Below the Belt! Just drop in and share one time when a coincidence led to something greater for you – maybe how you met your husband or fell into a great job. Or if you can’t think of anything (because sometimes it’s hard to be put on the spot!) just say hi.

Thanks!

Skye Warren

Below the Belt

http://www.skyewarren.com/books/below-the-belt

Black belt Abe Montgomery is focused on winning gold. But at nationals, Abe meets Paris, a beautiful, mysterious woman. Paris Rivera has sworn off men and martial arts. Her black belt cost her more than years of dedication and sweat. The fight of Abe’s life looms ahead, with his dreams of owning a school and his future with Paris hanging in the balance. He may dominate on the mats, but he’s fallen hard for her. When the time comes for them to part, he may not be able to let her go.

BELOW THE BELT is a 30,000 word novella of erotic romance featuring explicit sex and graphic language. Not for those under 18 years of age or those uncomfortable with the subject matter.

I am so happy to welcome Cara Bristol today. Cara, Thanks for being here. She is talking about a hot new genre in romance and her new book – Reckless in Moonlight.

Older woman/younger man pairings used to raise both eyebrows and whispers, but these days the reaction is more likely to be “HOT.” What is it about the cougar relationship that makes it so? Is it the idea of a woman having sex with a buff, young stud? Well, yeah! But it’s more than that.

For many women, reaching a mature age presents an opportunity to explore their sexuality in ways they haven’t done before. In raising families, being devoted wives and mothers, holding down jobs, women have put their own needs on the back burner. But now that they’ve found themselves suddenly single due to divorce (or death), they’re ready to fly in search of adventure.

Except that their contemporaries – men their own age – have become grounded, settled, stuck in a rut. They may have certain expectations of how a woman in her 40s or 50s should act. But young men…ah, they present a fresh, even daring outlook. They brim with energy and youthful vigor in a way that is contagious. Just being around them makes a woman feel younger, more active, and more attractive.

And, from a purely practical side, if a mature single woman wants to date – she may have to date younger. Given the propensity for mature men to date much younger women, the pool of available men a woman’s own age shrinks as she gets ages.

But rather than treating a woman’s age as a negative, to young men, it’s a position. They view her as sexually experienced and adventurous. And chances are, she is – much more so than women their age. And, she’s not looking to get married right away and make babies.

In Reckless in Moonlight, Dana Markus is devastated when her husband of twenty-three years (who was very vanilla sexually) leaves her for a much younger woman. When she contemplates what would happen if she took a young lover, she jokes to herself that she’ll be able to show him a thing or two. And then on impulse – under the sway of the full moon – she gets involved with Lon Corbin, a medical resident seventeen years her junior. This is her chance to fly.

What do you think? Are cougar relationships hot? Or not? Why?

Reckless in Moonlight Blurb

Forty-five-year-old Dana Markus knows a full moon makes people act crazy. It’s why they call the power company with stories about aliens disrupting the earth’s climate. It probably explains why her ex-husband left her for a girl scarcely older than their college-age daughter. It definitely accounts for why she impulsively invited the neighbor’s hunk of a son over for a skinny-dip. And why 28-year-old Lon Corbin accepted.

Lon doesn’t think much of the mass of rock orbiting the earth, but he does think he’s the luckiest man alive when the sexy divorcee he’s admired from afar invites him into her pool. He knows she has reservations about their age difference, but he’s planning to show her in a very physical way how good they could be together if she’ll give him the chance.

But when their simmering private passion boils over into a public relationship, family pressures and schemes threaten to split the couple apart.

The moon brought them together –  but will it save them?

Reckless in Moonlight Excerpt

Back and forth, back and forth, Lon Corbin ran the sea sponge over the hood of his car. If it seemed odd that someone would wash his vehicle at night, well, the moon was full, and no one knew better than Dana Markus that moonlight compelled people to do strange things. Why else was she ogling the neighbors’ twenty-something son like he was a strawberry dipped in Godiva chocolate?

And Lon offered so much to enjoy. A tiny moan of appreciation escaped her lips. From the top of his head, covered by thick amber hair, to his bare tippy toes, his majestic, youthful body inspired her to stand and salute. Strong, broad shoulders and a smooth chest decorated by lickable flat nipples tapered to slim hips and powerful thighs that were hugged by faded blue jeans. His legs weren’t the only impressive body parts the fabric molded; the heavy denim cupped a massive bulge further showcased by the wetness of the fabric.

He’d soaked himself clean through with the hose. Water droplets sluiced down his arms, his chest, his flat abdomen…and led the way to his thick sex.

Lon dipped the sponge into the bucket again, then swirled it over the hood, round and round, making circles to ensure he got every spot. Every one. Dana admired a conscientious man who paid attention to detail, who took pride in a job well done.

He dipped again. Oops. He splashed himself with the soapy water. Dana licked her lips as her gaze followed the bubbles’ journey over his chest and down his ripped abdomen, where they soaked into the waistband of his low-slung jeans.

Oh, to be those bubbles!

Another moan, louder this time, erupted from her throat and drew Lon’s attention. Their eyes met across their adjacent driveways, and he flashed an all-American, 100 percent sexy grin.

“Hot, isn’t it?” His low voice vibrated like distant thunder, and Dana knew he wasn’t talking about the air temperature but rather the sexual tension that snapped and sizzled like a lightning strike between them. She almost could smell the ozone.

“Scorching,” she agreed. “Can I give you a hand with that?” She eyed the dripping sponge he held in his large hands.

“I was hoping you’d ask,” he said, with a grin. His ready acceptance of assistance lit a fire in her stomach. For months she’d watched Lon from afar, never exchanging more than a polite hello, never imagining she’d have a chance at anything more than a greeting. Dana glided across the driveway, tugged by the seductive promise of Lon’s gaze as if she were tethered to him, and he was reeling her in. Every step heightened her arousal. Her breasts felt heavy, her nipples tightened, and between her cream-slickened thighs, her swollen cunt pulsed hungrily.

Standing next to him, she could smell the detergent in the bucket and a manly, soapy scent that emanated from him, along with the even sexier aroma of clean sweat.

“Do you have another sponge?” she asked as she scanned the dark street for activity. No traffic. No late-night dog walkers. Perfect.

“You don’t need one.” Lon tossed his into the pail and propped his sexy ass against the car’s fender.

“No?” She ran a finger over his chest and circled the nipple. It perked under her touch. A sharp current of desire zinged through her clit. “What do I need?”

“You need cock,” Lon said and unzipped his pants.

***

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Author Interview with Lisa Kumar

Okay gang, I am super excited to have my good friend and critque partner here with me today. I love this lady so much.

Lisa, thanks for joining me. Congratulations on your upcoming release, Bound by the Mist!

Can you tell us about the story?

L: Thanks for having me on your blog, Casea! Bound by the Mist is my first full-length novel and is a fantasy romance. It weighs in around 97,000 words and was the first story I wrote. As such, it’s undergone extensive edits and revisions.  I feared I’d never be done with those!

C: I know you’ve worked hard on this story and as a reader I enjoyed it so much.

L: Thanks! The basic storyline is this: When a human woman finds herself in a foreign dimension, she must struggle to discover the truth of her arrival, all the while falling in love with the Elvin prince who conspires to bind her to him.

Our heroine is played by Cal Warner, a down-to-earth college student who has a few secrets buried in her past. Of course, there has to be a handsome hero. That role is fulfilled by Relian, a somewhat reserved but supremely hot Elvin prince.

 C: Looking back over all of the intimate moments you’ve created between characters, which scene would you most like to experience for yourself? What makes it so alluring?

L: There’s a waterfall scene that I love. This is where they experience a truly life-changing kiss that shows all the possible paths of their life.

C: Who doesn’t love a life-changing kiss? That’s what romance is all about, right? Which sub-genres of romance do you write in and why?

L: Fantasy romance because I love books that take me to foreign worlds and other dimensions.

C: What are you currently working on?

L: I’m working out a rough storyline for Maggie’s book. She is Cal’s friend from Bound by the Mist. Knowing Maggie, she’ll take everyone for a ride, as she’s quite the character.

C: You know I’m anxiously awaiting that story which I think will be a slam-dunk! I loved Maggie from the first book and in some scenes she really steals the show. Cal and Relian are sweet and romantic, but Maggie is a firecracker. I can’t wait to see what you have in store for her.

L:I’m so glad you loved Maggie. I wanted her and Cal to each be very different people–both lovable but in completely different ways. I think I succeeded.
Lol, it was a struggle to rein in Maggie at times. She   is a scene stealer, with her sense of humor and fiery personality. And I hope her story will be as memorable as Relian and Cal’s. In some ways, I think it will be more so.

Do you have any writing quirks?

L: If I become truly stuck and the words won’t flow, I try writing in a notebook. Just the feel of a pen in my hand seems to break through that rut.

C: What gets you into the mood to write?

L: Music often lights a fire under me when nothing else will.

C: Any words of advice to aspiring authors?

L: Don’t give up, but do keep honing your craft.

C: And finally, is there anything you would like to share?

L: Yes, I’ll share the blurb from Bound by the Mist.

A magic that’s fading

Relian has lived a life that hasn’t changed in millennia, and he likes it that way. As Prince of the Erian people, he has his conscripted duties. And a human, even one as desirable as Cal, does not fit into them. But as the enemy darkindred knock on the borders and the magic of his people fades, he might just have to find room.

A love that’s binding

College Student Cal Weston spends a good portion of her time trying to keep people from thinking she’s crazy, including herself. And with good reason. But her carefully constructed reality is turned upside down when she discovers that Relian, the seductive Elvin prince who has been starring in her sensuous fantasies, isn’t merely a myth and his magical kingdom really exists. Now she’s bound to an elf and stuck in a land where no one, least of all Relian, is willing to spill any answers about the truth of her arrival.

Two people, two worlds meet in the mist

Even as love grows between them, can they lay aside their differences to embrace a life together?

Well, thanks for interviewing me, Casea!

You are welcome anytime!

Lisa can be found at the following spots: Blog, Facebook, Facebook Fan Page, Twitter, Amazon Author Page

Her published titles include: Captive (short fantasy romance); Through the Rabbit Hole (fantasy romance novella); Fey Marked (short fantasy romance); Santa for Christmas (short fantasy romance)  All titles can be found at Amazon and B&N.

And the Winner is…

Congratulations, Kathryn. You WON the copy of One Knight in Brooklyn.

 

You can find the WINNERS of more great prizes HERE.

 

And Don’t Forget Night With A Dom is coming this summer!

The following excerpt is rated R. Please keep in mind that the book does contain adult themes and language, and is not suitable for minors. Thank you.

Blurb

On New Year’s Eve workaholic Melody Manning is informed by her ex he’s getting married. Devastated by the news, she blames the slave-driver tactics of her former boss for her break up.

To release the heartbreak and provide herself with some much needed stress relief, she enlists the help of an exclusive matching agency specializing in one-night stands.

At the Castillo Resort and Winery in Sonoma Valley, Mel meets the mysterious Dom who has agreed to the last minute rendezvous. The sexy masked Master promises to get to the bottom of Mel’s guilt and provide ultimate satisfaction under the safety of his stern hand.

After an emotional night of submission and uninhibited passion, will her lover’s unmasking lead to the end of their encounter or give Mel another chance at love?

And for a Pre-edit Excerpt of my new 1NS story coming this summer from Decadent

Excerpt Night With A Dom

She set her toiletries on the bathroom counter and brushed through her hair. Examining herself in the mirror, she eyed her body critically. Hope he likes busty brunettes with blue eyes. She turned around to look at her derrière. Craning her head back over her shoulder, she lifted her skirt. Only one or two noticeable cellulite dimples. The lace of the thong rubbed her tailbone. An image of a large hand smacking her bare ass made her gasp and clench her legs together.

Was she really ready for a spanking? Her eyes fluttered closed. She’d always found the idea of a spanking erotic and had actually tried it once with Jason. But it just hadn’t been in him to slap her hard enough. He was too sweet and hated the thought of hurting her. The whole experience had left her disappointed, wanting more.

She shivered. But this Dominic, she felt pretty certain, would have no trouble hitting hard enough. At least if she completely embarrassed herself she’d never have to see him again. And thank the gods I don’t know him. But tonight she’d get to know him, wouldn’t she? Intimately.

Erotic thoughts swam in her mind. She pictured him as slightly older but fit. Strong and forceful. Her cheeks heated again at the thought of the special request she’d made. Her sex twitched. Madame Eve said he had no issues with her requests, although Mel couldn’t imagine a Dominate man would have any inhibitions when it came to sex. She reapplied her lipstick and headed to Room 1467 down the hall.

She reached the door and stopped short. Her palms became sweaty, her mouth went dry, and her sphincter clenched so tight she feared it might chew through her new underwear. Her hand trembled as she knocked.

“Enter.” A deep voice rumbled.

 

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One Knight in Brooklyn is available now on Decadent’s website and all of the popular eBook stores such as Kindle, Sony, Nook, ARe, BookStrand, and Coffeetime.

One Knight in Brooklyn is the 42nd story in the ever popular multi-author series based around Madame Eve’s high-end match making service, 1-Night Stand. With Madame Eve anything is possible. Especially when the date begins in one of the Castillo Hotels and Resorts located around the world.

Blurb One Knight in Brooklyn

After signing up for a one-night stand through an exclusive matching agency, hopeless romantic Marianne Caldwell is swept away to a medieval land where she hopes to spend the night with a worthy man of honor.

Unsure of how she got from the Castillo Hotel in Las Vegas to a castle in the English countryside, Mare finds Robert, whose stunning physique and winning smile immediately convince her he’s the Robin Hood she’s been seeking. But despite his efforts in saving her from a corrupt sheriff, his Jersey Shore accent and coarse ways unravel her romantic visions.

With her fairytale fantasies coming unhinged, Mare must decide if Robert is just a crass car salesman from Brooklyn or the chivalrous knight she’s looking for.

The following excerpt is rated R. Please keep in mind that the book does contain adult themes and language, and is not suitable for minors. Thank you.

Blurb

On New Year’s Eve workaholic Melody Manning is informed by her ex he’s getting married. Devastated by the news, she blames the slave-driver tactics of her former boss for her break up.

To release the heartbreak and provide herself with some much needed stress relief, she enlists the help of an exclusive matching agency specializing in one-night stands.

At the Castillo Resort and Winery in Sonoma Valley, Mel meets the mysterious Dom who has agreed to the last minute rendezvous. The sexy masked Master promises to get to the bottom of Mel’s guilt and provide ultimate satisfaction under the safety of his stern hand.

After an emotional night of submission and uninhibited passion, will her lover’s unmasking lead to the end of their encounter or give Mel another chance at love?

And for a Pre-edit Excerpt of my new 1NS story coming this summer from Decadent

Excerpt Night With A Dom

She set her toiletries on the bathroom counter and brushed through her hair. Examining herself in the mirror, she eyed her body critically. Hope he likes busty brunettes with blue eyes. She turned around to look at her derrière. Craning her head back over her shoulder, she lifted her skirt. Only one or two noticeable cellulite dimples. The lace of the thong rubbed her tailbone. An image of a large hand smacking her bare ass made her gasp and clench her legs together.

Was she really ready for a spanking? Her eyes fluttered closed. She’d always found the idea of a spanking erotic and had actually tried it once with Jason. But it just hadn’t been in him to slap her hard enough. He was too sweet and hated the thought of hurting her. The whole experience had left her disappointed, wanting more.

She shivered. But this Dominic, she felt pretty certain, would have no trouble hitting hard enough. At least if she completely embarrassed herself she’d never have to see him again. And thank the gods I don’t know him. But tonight she’d get to know him, wouldn’t she? Intimately.

Erotic thoughts swam in her mind. She pictured him as slightly older but fit. Strong and forceful. Her cheeks heated again at the thought of the special request she’d made. Her sex twitched. Madame Eve said he had no issues with her requests, although Mel couldn’t imagine a Dominate man would have any inhibitions when it came to sex. She reapplied her lipstick and headed to Room 1467 down the hall.

She reached the door and stopped short. Her palms became sweaty, her mouth went dry, and her sphincter clenched so tight she feared it might chew through her new underwear. Her hand trembled as she knocked.

“Enter.” A deep voice rumbled.

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Night with a Dom – Coming soon from Decadent Publishing

On New Year’s Eve workaholic Melody Manning is informed by her ex he’s getting married. Devastated by the news, she blames the slave-driver tactics of her former boss for her break up.

To release the heartbreak and provide herself with some much needed stress relief, she enlists the help of an exclusive matching agency specializing in one-night stands.

At the Castillo Resort and Winery in Sonoma Valley, Mel meets the mysterious Dom who has agreed to the last minute rendezvous. The sexy masked Master promises to get to the bottom of Mel’s guilt and provide ultimate satisfaction under the safety of his stern hand.

After an emotional night of submission and uninhibited passion, will her lover’s unmasking lead to the end of their encounter or give Mel another chance at love?

Stuff Your Stockings WINNERS!!!

Merry Christmas Blog Hoppers!

Congratulations to the WINNERS of the Stuff Your Stockings Blog Hop!!!

Laura Henderson – Calendar

Mary Preston – One Knight in Brooklyn

Melissa Haggarty – Pinocchio Syndrome

 

Merry Christmas and thank you for stopping by.

If you liked Mare and Robert you can find their story – One Knight in Brooklyn Here

You can find the other winners HERE.

Stuff Your Stockings Blog Hop!!!

Merry Christmas Blog Hoppers!

I am so excited to have you here.  Welcome. I have cyber Christmas cookies and hot cocoa so plop down on my cumfy sofa and warm your toes by the crackling fire.

Listen to my favorite Christmas song.

or read a free little Christmas story I’ve prepared just for you.

A Good Knight!

Marianne Caldwell put the finishing touches on the tree. Not that the five foot shrubbery needed any extra. The little thing was decked out with five hundred lights, six dozen ornaments and twenty-five feet of the finest silver garland sold at Macy’s. This tree was pimped to the high heavens. She breathed in the fresh evergreen scent as she tied on the small, red, velvet bows, praying for everything to be perfect.

Mare had never waited until Christmas Eve to put a tree up before. She’d never spent Christmas away from her family either. Nor had she ever been wildly, madly, passionately in love with anyone. Until now. It seemed this was a year of firsts.

Her first one-night stand had turned into her first experience of “shacking up.” Dad had taken a little bit of backlash from his conservative Baptist congregation over that one. But in the end, Robert had won them over. Or maybe Michael had. He was the most precious 5-year-old that had ever existed. It was hard not to love him…or his father.

She smiled, admiring her handy work. The little guy would be surprised when he came back from his grandparents. She glanced at her watch. Hopefully her big guy would be just as surprised. Her heart fluttered at the thought of his sapphire eyes and dark wavy hair. Fifteen minutes and his shift at the station would be over. They would spend their first Christmas together. Maybe tonight would be the night she’d waited for. She hoped so.

Robert was the man of her dreams. She giggled. When he actually kept his hands to himself and let her dream. She’d never met a man with such insatiable…appetites yet so attentive and caring.  But something was missing. He loved her, she was pretty sure. Everything he did made her believe it was true, but he’d never spoken the words outright. And now she was beginning to feel as if maybe she’d been kidding herself. She’d actually said the three little words twice during lovemaking. But he’d not responded in kind, and the rejection was driving a wedge in her heart.

She shook her head to rid herself of the horrid thought. This holiday was going to be perfect. That’s why she’d decided on the tree last-minute. Robert said he didn’t want one, but it wouldn’t be the same without it.

Her timer buzzed. The smell of the toasted sugar and creamy butter filled the Brooklyn apartment. She hurried to the kitchen at the same time keys jingled and the front door opened.

“Yo, babe. I’m home. Are ya decent?”

She hollered back, “Define decent. I’m in the kitchen.”

Giving him a quick glance over her shoulder, she smiled as she placed the cookies on the cooling rack.

He strolled in and sidled up behind her. “Damn, that looks good.” He rested his chin on her head and slipped his muscular arms around her waist. “And the cookies, too.”

She laughed and leaned back against his broad chest. Even though his shifts were only twenty-four hours, being without him for a full day was like living without a limb—doable but a struggle. Her chest tightened. “I missed you.” Though those weren’t the words she wanted to tell him. She held her breath waiting for him to respond.

He spun her around. “I missed you, too, Dallas.”

Closing her eyes, she tried not to let the disappointment show in her face. Though they’d been living together since October when she’d transferred from Dallas to New York with her company, she’d moved in with the understanding that it wouldn’t be permanent. But the truth was, she didn’t want to go anywhere, and she wasn’t looking very hard. However, if he didn’t make a move soon she would feel forced to leave.

He brushed her nose with his and softly kissed her lips. God, when he did that her legs turned to jelly every time, and she forgot any reason she should be displeased with him. His warm mouth opened over hers, and he lazily caressed her lips. His hand slid under the elastic waistband of her yoga pants to trail electric desire across her behind. Digging his fingers into her flesh he pulled her flush against him, his arousal evident at her hip. Her body responded without thought. She laced her arms around his neck and held him tightly.

He pulled from the kiss and whispered, “Where’s Michael?”

She breathlessly answered, “Still with his grandparents.”

His breathing sped. He swept her up and carried her to the living room, laying her on the sectional. She shucked off her bottoms as he unbuttoned his jeans. God, he was gorgeous, and she would never get enough. The juncture between her legs throbbed, and her private placed readied to receive him. He unzipped the loose-fitting denim and began to push them to his knees but stopped suddenly. His face clouded.

Mare lifted and propped her body up with her elbows. “Honey, what’s wrong?”

His face was so strange—a mix of so many emotions she couldn’t catalogue them all. His head turned toward the corner and snapped back to her, revealing only one emotion—anger. “What the fuck is that?” He raised his hand toward the tree.

Her heart-felt like it jumped up in her throat. A shiver slithered across her shoulders and her voice squeaked out like a meek mouse. “A Christmas tree.”

He glared at her. “I told you I didn’t want a fucking tree, Marianne.”

She sucked in a breath. He’d used her given name. Not good. She swallowed the lump in her throat and tried to keep her voice from cracking again. “I know, but I just thought it’d be nice.”

“You just never fucking listen, do you? You act like this is your house, and you do anything you goddamn please.” He jerked the zipper up on his pants and paced in front of her. “And I’m fucking sick of it.”

She scrambled to find her clothes. Tears welled up in her eyes and chills covered her from scalp to toenails. So many emotions swirled around in her mind she couldn’t lay claim to any single one. Hurt, shame, fear. Had she overstepped her boundaries? She hadn’t realized his severe aversion to Douglas Fir trees. Maybe it was just an aversion to her.

Was he just being nice letting her stay with him? He was getting lots of sex. Clearly, he didn’t think this a long-term thing. And now he was sick of her.

She blinked back the flood and tried to gather herself. What should she do? Afraid to meet his gaze, she watched his feet pace back and forth in front of the tree. His hands fisted and flexed.

Think, Marianne. Why is he acting like this? All the horrible self-doubt came crashing in, and the desire to run overwhelmed her. She evened her breathing, but the tears trailed down her cheeks. She’d take down the tree and go. Her heart ripped in two at the thought, but there was nothing to be done about it.

She went to the bedroom, grabbed a box of Kleenex and got the storage bin she’d bought. Robert sat on the couch head in hands. He didn’t look up when she came in. She slowly began to remove the bows and place them in a storage bag. With each piece she took off her heart broke a little more. Sharp pains of what might have been stabbed through her mind.

The delicate glass ornaments felt cold and light in her hand, and the glitter left a residue on her fingers which sparkled like magic in the twinkling colored lights. This was how her mom had decorated a tree – with every color. You can never have too many lights, she’d always said. Mare had never wished for home more desperately in her life.

A sharp rap on the door and voices outside startled her. Robert never looked at her but strode to the door. She continued to pull ornaments from the tree and wrap them in tissue, placing them carefully.

After a few brief words at the door, Michael came tearing into the room. Even through her tears she couldn’t help but smile when the little boy gasped. “Cool, Daddy. A tree for me?”

Before Robert could answer, Michael jetted around the circumference taking in every light and ornament. “Look a Shrek! And a Woody, Daddy.”

Robert came up behind Michael. “Son—”

Mare stopped to watch, wondering how he was going to explain why they couldn’t keep it, because she couldn’t understand it herself.

Michael grabbed Robert’s hand. “Daddy, you’re helping Marmie decorate the tree for me?”

Marianne gasped. He’d never called her that before. She shot her apprehensive gaze to Robert, whose face had drained of all color.

He blinked. “What did you call her?”

The sweet angel smiled and with his other hand took her hand. “She’s my Marmie.” His lilting matter-of-fact tone shattered her heart, and she started to sob.

“Jesus.” Robert’s eyes filled with tears, and he pulled her to his chest. “Baby, stop now. Shhh. I’m so sorry…I’m so sorry.” He pushed the hair out of her eyes. “Don’t cry. It’s gonna be okay.”

They spent the next two hours putting the tree back together, decorating Christmas cookies and watching Christmas shows until Michael fell asleep. Robert carried him to his bed while she cleaned up the kitchen. Nothing had been resolved other than the Christmas tree. And now seemed as good a time as any to make the break that appeared inevitable.

She dried her hands on a cup towel and turned off the light. The living room was dark except the twinkle of the tree. Robert sat in the corner of the sectional watching the lights flicker and she sat away careful not to touch him.

The lump formed in her throat again and began to throb. She stared down and laced her fingers unable to look at him. “I’ve decided to go back to Dallas. I don’t really want to look for a place here by myself. I think my company will let me transfer again. At least I know my old boss will take me back.” She took a deep breath. “I wish it could’ve worked out. But I understand these things don’t always. I mean look at The Bachelor for God’s sake. These types of things don’t typically last, and there’s no shame in that. We can go our separate ways…” You’re rambling, Mare. Get to the point. She peeked up at him.

He stared at her with eyebrows knitted and a perturbed look on his face. She gulped.

He gestured vaguely with his hand. “You finished?”

Mare nodded.

“Good. Because for starters you’re not going anywhere except right here in my arms.” He grabbed her and pulled her into his lap. The warmth of him engulfed her. She hadn’t realized how cold and empty she’d felt. “As for you and I not working out, that’s crap and you know it. We’re great together. You and Michael are the best things in my life, and I’ll be damned if I’m gonna let you go.” He cupped her chin and gazed straight into her eyes. “I’m sorry I acted like an asshole earlier. You scare me, Marianne. The last time I felt like this my heart was mutilated. When Victoria died, a piece of me died with her. But with you I feel something new growing in its place.” He dropped his hand to his side and stared up at the ceiling. “Jesus, I love you so much it scares me shitless.”

Liquid warmth poured over her. “You do?”

He captured her gaze. “Baby, I’ve loved you from the minute I laid eyes on you.” He pulled out a little black box and handed it to her.

She opened the lid and gasped. A simple round brilliant diamond approximately two carats sat in a classic six-pronged platinum setting.

“Marianne, will you marry me?”

“You bet your ass I will.” She grasped his face and pulled him into a deep kiss.

He slipped the ring on her finger and gave her a long luscious kiss.

Merry Christmas to all and to all a good Knight!

If you liked Mare and Robert you can find their story – One Knight in Brooklyn Here

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