The exotic dancers and employees of the Queen of Clubs walk a fine line, with only wits, beauty, and market savvy to keep them from toppling into the shark pit. Ride shotgun through lapdances, romance, and sexual awakenings. Don't worry, these girls won't ask what your hands are doing under the tip rail. When Marie, a stripper, has a moment of vulnerability with her private investigator neighbor, she has no idea what she's in for—or what his intentions truly are. Rex only wants to help an old friend defend herself. It'll test his skills, make him call on people he never thought he'd see again. But as his investigation heats up, his preoccupation with Marie may become a deadly distraction. This novella was previously released as part of the Amazon-exclusive collection Seven First Kisses. It contains adult language and content.