eBook Price: $ 7.95 Genre: Contemporary Women's Sub Genre: Thriller Plus-Novel of 120010 words Heat rating: 3 Edited by Trisha Haddad Cover Artwork by Amanda Kelsey About the book: She gave up everything to find herself, and gained even more. Serena McClure walks away from a controlling husband and into the unknown. With nothing more than a good job and her will to get out, she faces obstacles and challenges. It is a journey of trust and growth as she learns to lean on her friends, and comes to understand her own strength. And a journey of love and lust, unlocking Serena's long-dormant desires and unleashing her passionate nature. She must let go of her past and embrace love. Quotes: “What kind of hobby is that anyhow?” “There is a woman missing, I would think you’d be eager to help find her.” “I’m not ready to tell you everything just yet.” Excerpt: She felt the rise and fall of Christopher’s breathing, felt his warmth and the ripple of muscles as he moved. He looked trim, but the body pressed against her was well-muscled and strong. Her mind kept wondering what his bare skin would feel like under her fingers. She didn’t resist when he tipped her head back and kissed her. It had been a very long time since she’d been kissed like that. Sex with Jerry had dwindled to practically nothing, and when it did happen, it was five minutes of him thrusting in the dark before falling asleep. God, he’s good, Serena felt the heat spreading through her body. I can’t remember the last time I had an orgasm. Serena’s eyes fluttered open at that thought and she sat up suddenly, pulling away from Christopher with a guilty look.“Hmm,” he whispered, reaching to push a ribbon of hair from her face, “I think I crossed a line again?” It was a question. He cupped his hand at the back of her neck and kept his eyes on hers, waiting. “No,” she finally managed, “no. Just surprised me.” She paused, not sure how much she wanted to tell him, “The kiss surprised me, and my reaction surprised me even more. No, it’s not a problem. Like you said, one day at a time.”“Sun’s gone down. It’s going to get cold quickly here. Ready to go?” He stood and held a hand for her. They returned to the car hand-in-hand and drove back home in silence. At the apartment, he walked her to her door, stopping her as she unlocked it. “I’m not going to lie, Serena. I want you, but I’m willing to wait. I won’t say that I won’t sometimes test the waters, but I won’t go deeper or faster than you’re willing.” His took her face in both hands and kissed her again, a gentle, lingering kiss that took her breath away, then turned and walked to his own door.