THE GIRL HE KNOWS by Kristi Rose
Lyrical Press | August 18, 2014
Waking up naked next to a good looking man is not a bad way to start the day. Especially since Paisley missed all those opportunities in college, when she was too busy supporting her no good, thankfully now, ex-husband. The problem? This hottie is Hank, her best friend’s older brother, a guy she’s known her entire life.
Stopping after one night is the right thing to do. Being with him clearly breaks the best friend code, and from his career as a Naval officer to his Boy Scout reputation, everything about him screams monogamy and commitment. Two things Paisley has had enough of.
When Hank presents a “no strings attached” offer, it’s too good to be true. She can enjoy him while still embracing being single. But, poor choices force her to confront old fears of love and loss, and Paisley has to decide if Hank is worth the risk. The alternative is never experiencing the real deal. Or far worse, settling for less
Excerpt from THE GIRL HE KNOWS
He pulls me toward him and burns me to my center with a kiss, one with such intense heat I’m surprised it doesn’t disintegrate my clothes. I reach for the button on his pants. “No.” He grabs my hands and looks at me. “Yes,” I say. “No.” He stands and pushes me off his lap. “Come on. I’ll take you home.” He grabs my hand and pulls me toward his truck. “Hank,” I cry with frustration and tug my hand back. He turns to face me and throws his hands in the air. “What do you want from me? Sex? We can’t even go on a simple date. Jeez, I can’t believe I’m saying this.” He runs his hand through his hair before stuffing it in his pocket. “Maybe we could try another date,” I suggest. My heart flutters with the anticipation of a second date. The weight of time hangs between us as I wait for him to decide if he wants to be with me again. “You know, I’ve heard of worse ideas,” he answers. He links his fingers with mine and walks me to his truck.
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Kristi Rose was raised in central Florida on boiled peanuts and iced tea. She’s lived by an active volcano, almost fallen off a mountain, and was married in Arkansas by a J.O.P in flip flops named Earl. Today, as a proud military wife and mother of two, she’s been lucky enough to travel the world. No matter where she is, she enjoys watching people and wondering what’s their story? That’s what Kristi likes to write about: everyday people, the love that brings them together, and their journey getting there. Kristi is a member of RWA. You can follow Kristi at www.kristirose.net, like her Facebook page: Kristi Rose, or send her a tweet @krosewrites. The Girl He Knows is her debut novel.
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looks like a great read, thank you for the chance to win
ReplyDeleteThanks Lisa. I hope you enjoy it if you read it and good luck on the giveaway!
DeleteI wonder if they will end up together? I think the deal she makes with him sounds fun!! thanks for the giveaway
ReplyDeleteI guess you might need to read it, Cyndi- and find out:-)
DeleteI love the brother's best friend line! I have always loved the taboo storylines!
ReplyDeleteI love the taboo stories, too. I particularly like friends to lovers. Thanks for commenting:-)
DeleteThe excerpt makes me want to read the book TONIGHT.
ReplyDeleteI hope you've had a chance to read it and thanks for the kind words about the excerpt. :-)
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This seems like a wonderful read. Thank you for the chance!
ReplyDeleteI loved the excerpt! It sounds so intriguing! I'm crossing my fingers!
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