Miss Abigail Wright, disillusioned spinster, hides her secret pain behind encouraging smiles and optimistic laughter. Self-pity, she believes, is for the truly wretched. So when her mother insists she attend a house party—uninvited—she determines to simply make the best of it...until an unfortunate wardrobe malfunction. Alex Cross, the "Duke of Ice," has more than earned the nickname given him by the ton. He's given up on happiness but will not reject sensual pleasure. After all, a man has needs. The week ought to have been pleasantly uneventful for both of them, with nature walks, parlor games, and afternoon teas on the terrace...but for some inferior stitchery on poor Abigail's bodice. And now the duke is faced with a choice. Should he make this mouse a respectable offer and then abandon her to his country estate? She's rather pathetic and harmless, really. Oughtn't to upset his life whatsoever. His heart, however, is another matter... Views: 593
What's your fantasy? One that you never told anyone?" he asks.Kevin and I have had five dates—and sex twice. He is big-hearted and big-boned, with a slightly ragged haircut and a laugh that reminds me of the luckdragon in The Neverending Story. I like him so much, even though he's a total dweeb.I stare at the dirty text for one minute. Then two.My fantasy? I take a swig of wine. Should I cop out? Make a joke about a naughty nurse? Or do I risk being completely honest…If I tell him the truth, I think he would make it good.I know he'll make it good. I take a deep breath—I'm all in.I text back, "Have you seen the movie Splash?"~Madame de Boudoir's Filthy Fairytales are short and hot romance standalones, inspired by fairytales, mythology and pop culture. Splash Me is inspired by the 1980s mermaid movie, Splash. Views: 593
Following a quarrel with his lover—a mysterious and influential man who never disclosed his profession—Johnny's life is in danger. After attempts on his life that his loved has the power to perpetrate, Johnny has nowhere to turn—except to his childhood best friend. Views: 593
