Have a Little Faith in Me, a stand-alone book in The Hussies series, is now available from Ellora’s Cave Publishing.
Genre: Paranormal/Interracial
Blurb:
Believing in the paranormal is no stretch for healthcare worker Andreana Costas. She’s used to dealing with things most people won’t admit exist. But convincing a man of science to have faith in her intuition—impossible. Andi has no choice. A mystical warrior assigned her a mission that will have a profound impact on all mankind. Success requires big personal sacrifices, like the career she loves and the hunky doc she desires.
Helping trauma surgeon Darius Raines race to the rescue and save the world just in the nick of time is going to require all the bravery and strength she can muster. That, along with some duct tape, several silk ties and a nice firm bed.
Excerpt:
*Nicole Austin’s books are intended for those readers 18 years old or older. If you are under 18, please click here.*
When the light changed, she drove to his middle-class family neighborhood. Kids gathered on one corner to wait for the school bus. Adults walked dogs, pushed strollers and collected the newspaper from green lawns.
She watched the house numbers for the address the doc had written down, and stopped in front of a modest ranch-style house with an average sedan parked in the driveway. Andi scratched her head and figured she must be on the wrong street. Every doctor she knew drove exotic cars and lived in big, expensive homes.
Prepared to pull away, she felt her jaw drop when the door opened. Dr. Raines stepped outside, cup of coffee in hand, and waved to a neighbor. As he bent to pick up the newspaper their eyes met. With the most devastating smile stretching across his sexy lips, he headed toward her car.
A legion of butterflies started salsa dancing in her belly. “Oh crap. He’s perfect…and you’re screwed.” Raise the white flag and toss in the towel. Like it or not, Darius Raines owned her heart.
He stopped at her door, bent down and arched his brow. “Plan on sitting in your car all day or would you like to come inside?”
Before she had the chance to work up a protest, he opened the car door and extended a hand. She reacted without thought, placing her trembling hand in his. Andi’s mind failed to function as he drew her in close. She melted under the heat of his dark gaze and welcoming smile. “I’m so glad you decided to come.”
She almost did, come that is, right there in his front yard with all the neighbors watching. As his head lowered she took a deep breath of his clean, fresh-out-of-the-shower scent and parted her lips for his kiss. His tongue plunged, twining around hers, filling her mouth with the taste of coffee and his own unique flavor.
The world tilted on its axis. Andi grabbed hold of his thick biceps and held on tight. They were both panting by the time he pulled back and stared at her intently.
“Get inside, Andreana…now. Before I no longer care who is watching and take you right here on the hood of your car.”
Rough with urgency, his deep voice got her moving. Fast. Andi raced toward the door, not even slowing when a harsh sound of animalist need rumbled through his chest from behind her. She hurried, pushing through the door without pause. He was on her before she made it past the foyer, a strong arm wrapping around her waist and pulling her in tight.
Darius felt out of control. All his plans for romantic seduction buckled under the force of his need. To hell with cooking her breakfast, taking his time and slowly working her arousal. The woman did crazy things to his insides.
Their bodies met and his hard cock pushed between the lush cheeks of her round ass. Her muscles contracted, squeezing him tight. His jaw clenched as he fought against the hunger raging through him, screaming for him to take her. Hard. Against the closest hard surface.
He forced down the savage need, determined to at least make it to the bedroom where she’d be comfortable. He didn’t take the time to explain or reassure. Grabbing Andreana, he slung her over his shoulder and charged down the hallway, not stopping until they landed on the mattress.
“I’ve waited too damn long for this, Andreana. I can’t do slow.”
Propelled by her own lust, she pulled at his clothes. Darius took her actions as agreement and let go. He had no patience for working Andreana out of her scrubs. Instead he grabbed the material in his fists and tore the scrub top down the center. He offered up praise to the inventor of front-clasping bras when her soft breasts spilled into his waiting hands.
Any remaining restraint he may have possessed escaped as he took in the erotic contrast of the creamy white globes overflowing his dark brown hands. He brushed his thumbs over her dusky rose areolas, mesmerized as they puckered and plump nipples lifted toward him.
“So fucking beautiful,” he groaned and buried his face in her cleavage. Her back arched as he drew a pebbled tip between his lips. Darius licked, nibbled and sucked on her succulent flesh, intoxicated by her sweetness.
They both continued to work at removing the layers of clothing keeping them apart. He tasted each new section of skin he discovered, reveling in her sexy whimpers and moans. She had no choice but surrender as he made his way lower, shouldering her legs apart and diving into the pink folds of her sex. Flattening his tongue, Darius licked from the bottom of her slit to the top. He coaxed her tender flesh open, dipped the tip of his tongue into each niche, tasted everywhere, taking all the cream she gave and demanding more.
Andreana undulated beneath him, thrusting her hips, fucking his face with her pretty pussy. He slurped, drinking her in as if he’d been dying of thirst…for her. She quenched and intensified his need, taking him to a heightened state of lust beyond anything he’d ever known.
She keened as he lashed her clit with his tongue. So close. He was dying to make her come. “More, honey. Give me more. Come for me, Andreana.”
I hope you have a fabulous day filled with love and family, and have much to be thankful for!
Congratulations to Maggie Johnson, who has won an ARC of Have A Little Faith in Me! The book will be available to everyone through Ellora’s Cave Publishing on Friday, November 28th.
Ah, the age old question. What’s he wearing under there?
Boxers, or briefs?
Perhaps boxer briefs or a teeny bikini?
Plain white…
or colorful?
Comfortable is good
But please, nothing commical unless you’d like us to laugh at your best friend!
Sorry, I can’t show you my personal preference, commando. *G*
Black Friday is almost here and so are the ads. You can scope them out early and make your battle plan. Me, I’ll be safely tucked away at home. I hate shopping in the stores, especially on Black Friday. *shivers*
OMG! I have total cover envy. Yeah baby! Syneca is a cover goddess!
Blurb:
An immortal warrior of the Shadow Realm, Blade’s self-control has been honed to a razor’s edge by centuries of fighting, but it vanishes the moment he lays eyes on Jacqueline Harris. The mere sight of her stirs his blood and he craves physical pleasures long forgotten.
Jac is an accountant, not a risk taker, preferring to live her life quietly. That all changes when she is sent to see a client by mistake and stumbles onto a crime ring. Now she’s on the run for her life.
The sexy stranger appears at her beach house, swearing to protect her at all costs. Dark and dangerous, he resembles the assassin she first fears he is. The last thing she expects is that he can morph into the deadly panther tattooed on his chest. The undeniable passion between them flares to life, but it is more than attraction. It is a soul-deep knowing that he will change her life forever. Blade becomes both protector and lover, but it’s up to her to save him from the shadows that haunt him.
Nic’s Recommendation:
Beyond Shadows is the sequel to Shadows Stir, which is part of the Dreams of the Oasis, Volume IV anthology. While each story stands on its own, I highly recommend you read them both because they are great reads! I especially love the scene from Shadows Stir that takes place in the alley. Whoo-damn…that’s hot!
N.J. Walters has created an incredible world, the Shadow Realm, for her Shadow Ryders. Her vivid story-telling never fails to paint incredible imagery for the reader. Blade is one hot alpha with a very tender heart. Jac may be an accountant, but she’s one tough lady. Together, they turn on the heat and keep the reader riveted.
Beyond Shadows is a great read you won’t want to miss! You can find this and all of NJ Walters’ other amazing books at Ellora’s Cave Publishing.
Okay, gotta share since so often customer service sucks. I pre-ordered the new AC/DC CD from Walmart. Two weeks after I got the CD they emailed to say that they’d dropped the price and were refunding me $2.11. *thud*
I was totally shocked they weren’t just keeping the difference. But then today I got another email. Apparently it was supposed to be free shipping, which I didn’t even realize, and they’d charged me $1.97 so they were issuing me another refund.
Huh? No way! Now that’s some amazing customer service! Way to go Walmart.com *applauding*
Giving Thanks
Next week is Thanksgiving and my son has the whole week off from school. We have a lot of activities planned so I decided to write my list of things I’m thankful for a week early.
- My family
- The many wonderful people who are my friends
- My “real” or “day” job that pays the bills so I can continue pursuing my love of writing
- That I enjoy both of my jobs
- That my jobs allow me to not only support my family but also spoil them a bit
- The ability to craft interesting and entertaining stories
- The fans who enjoy my stories
- Fan mail
- My editors, Angie and Shannon, who help me be a better writer
- The wonderful computer gurus who keep me from kicking the infernal machines
- Coffee
- Chocolate
- The difficult times which have afforded me a true appreciation for the good times
I wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday and hope you will take the time to give thanks for all the wonderful things in your life!
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I’ve been given the I Love Your Blog Award by NJ Walters and the Romance Vixens, Sally Painter and Ciana Stone. My heartfelt thanks to all three of you!
I’m supposed to give the award to seven other blogs, which is not easy since I don’t do a lot of blog surfing. The seven listed below are blogs that I enjoy the most.
Angela James, one of my amazing editors. Her blog is a great place for info on publishing, contests, bargains, etc. And because she’s rather random, like me. *g*
Rhian Cahill is a passionate aspiring author and faithful visitor to my blog. She’s also a great friend!
Maya Banks who is one of my favorite authors. I highly recommend you read her hot and steamy books.
Lorelei James whose cowboys make me swoon!
L.A. Day another auto-buy author for me, and she posts some very inspirational hunks. Wowza!
Slash & Burn is a group of wonderful Slash Fiction authors who push boundaries and do so with style.
On a Limb With Claudia has a great blog. Her posts are very insightful.
