Seduced By The Hero

Seduced By The Hero
Pamela Yaye

Perfection in every kiss… After a decade abroad, international playboy Immanuel Morretti is ready to reunite with his family and share the good life with that one special woman. When he rescues Dionne Fontaine from a dangerous attacker, he knows in his heart that he's found her. Despite the desire igniting between them, the self-made Southern beauty refuses to take their sizzling affair to the next level.With her life-coaching center taking off, Dionne is poised for game-changing success. Then this dashing, sensuous man comes into her life and his tenderness and passion tempt her to believe in happy endings. From Atlanta to Seattle to Venice, Immanuel showers her with romantic dinners and intimate nights beyond her wildest dreams. But explosive secrets from their pasts could sabotage their thrilling vision of love…and a future together…

Perfection in every kiss...

After a decade abroad, international playboy Immanuel Morretti is ready to reunite with his family and share the good life with that one special woman. When he rescues Dionne Fontaine from a dangerous attacker, he knows in his heart that he’s found her. Despite the desire igniting between them, the self-made Southern beauty refuses to take their sizzling affair to the next level.

With her life-coaching center taking off, Dionne is poised for game-changing success. Then this dashing, sensuous man comes into her life and his tenderness and passion tempt her to believe in happy endings. From Atlanta to Seattle to Venice, Immanuel showers her with romantic dinners and intimate nights beyond her wildest dreams. But explosive secrets from their pasts could sabotage their thrilling vision of love...and a future together...

Dionne nodded, but she didn’t move.

Immanuel didn’t either. Couldn’t. Felt as if his feet were glued to the ground. Their eyes met, held for a beat. Lust exploded inside his body, threatened to consume him. Their connection was undeniable, but it was nothing he’d ever act upon. He’d been burned by love before, betrayed by a woman he’d thought was his soul mate, and he wasn’t going down that road again. Not even for a dime piece like Dionne. He had to keep his head, had to remember that no good could ever come of them being lovers. That’s easier said than done, he thought.

Dionne stared at him, her gaze strong and intense. His hands itched to touch her, to caress every slope and curve on her delicious body. His pulse quickened, and his thoughts ran wild. What would she do if I kissed her? Would she push me away or kiss me back? Does she feel the chemistry between us, or is it a figment of my imagination?

There’s only one way to find out, whispered his inner voice.

Dear Reader (#ulink_08459a80-75f7-52ee-8311-8268bee398d1),

Born into one of Italy’s wealthiest, most prominent families, Immanuel Morretti has more money than he can ever spend. But that doesn’t mean he’s lived a charmed life. He is estranged from his father, has endured a bitter scandal that damaged his reputation and business, and he caught his fiancée in bed with another man—his younger brother. Love is the last thing on Immanuel’s mind when he relocates from Venice to Atlanta, so imagine his surprise when he meets Dionne Fontaine and falls hard and fast for her.

Too bad she’s off-limits.

On the outside looking in, Dionne seems to have it all, but she has fears and insecurities just like the rest of us. Unlucky in love, with two failed marriages, she’s given up all hope of ever meeting her soul mate and living happily ever after.

Enter Immanuel Morretti.

The security specialist is more than just a handsome face and chiseled physique. He’s the total package, a hero with a heart of gold, and everything about him excites her. Dionne and Immanuel are a match made in heaven. After a romantic weekend in The Emerald City filled with passionate kisses, shared confidences and delicious lovemaking, they decide to take a chance on love—and each other.

Hearing from readers is the highlight of my day, so keep the emails, reviews and messages coming! I appreciate each and every one of you, and I’m humbled by your support. Happy reading.

All the best in life and love,

Pamela Yaye

Seduced by the Hero

Pamela Sadadi

www.millsandboon.co.uk (http://www.millsandboon.co.uk)

PAMELA YAYE has a bachelor’s degree in Christian education. Her love for African-American fiction prompted her to pursue a career in writing romance. When she’s not working on her latest novel, this busy wife, mother and teacher is watching basketball, cooking or planning her next vacation. Pamela lives in Alberta, Canada, with her gorgeous husband and adorable, but mischievous, son and daughter.

Acknowledgments (#ulink_f8d9627e-8369-53c5-a7ca-7f29c1ac12c3)

This is my twentieth Harlequin novel. Yes, you read that correctly. TWENTIETH. It seems like just yesterday I got “the call,” but it’s been eight wonderful years.

They say it takes a village to raise a child, and the same can be said about publishing a romance novel! I want to thank Harlequin, my amazing agent, Sha-Shana Crichton, for believing in my gift, past and present Kimani staff, and my friends and family for their unwavering support. I’m living my dream, and you’re the reason why. Here’s to twenty more!

Contents

Cover (#u3f6dc35f-a57b-58f3-bff7-5792d3755f26)

Back Cover Text (#ua32052d1-8dae-5873-a7b0-84a8c86911bc)

Introduction (#u4ac68bbb-cb9a-5369-bb2d-5d2047c94fbd)

Dear Reader (#uc106c7ac-d39e-53af-8d13-6c612d1d3017)

Title Page (#u3019ab87-3fe4-55ed-8016-272018d42965)

About the Author (#uc9e36f51-b98e-50b0-8987-7543d0b034af)

Acknowledgments (#ueb5430b5-1dad-5820-b87e-16674b892fe2)

Chapter 1 (#u783a238d-3b76-5515-8203-429048c8b425)

Chapter 2 (#u45d274fc-add2-5b33-8efa-6394d8ad4d1d)

Chapter 3 (#u3a3170dc-ca94-50d7-a420-f275c3d50bcc)

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