Sapphire Attraction

Sapphire Attraction
Zuri Day

Fire and ice…Real estate mogul Ike Drake Jr. likes women the way he likes his cars—polished, sophisticated and reliable. Quinn Taylor, meanwhile, is as fiery and unpredictable as the red Corvette she drives. From the moment she roars into Paradise Cove, music blasting, they’re like oil and water. And when a judge rules that Quinn must work off the damages in Ike’s office after she broadsides his sedan, the tension between them escalates…before exploding into raw desire.Quinn’s unconventional ways are ruffling feathers in this picturesque town. Yet there’s something compelling about the place—and about powerfully strong, steady Ike. Simple chemistry won’t be enough to bridge the gap between them, especially with a determined ex-girlfriend waiting in the wings. It’ll take the kind of trust that requires putting your heart on the line to secure a glittering, priceless future…

Fire and ice...

Real estate mogul Ike Drake Jr. likes women the way he likes his cars—polished, sophisticated and reliable. Quinn Taylor, meanwhile, is as fiery and unpredictable as the red Corvette she drives. From the moment she roars into Paradise Cove, music blasting, they’re like oil and water. And when a judge rules that Quinn must work off the damages in Ike’s office after she broadsides his sedan, the tension between them escalates...before exploding into raw desire.

Quinn’s unconventional ways are ruffling feathers in this picturesque town. Yet there’s something compelling about the place—and about powerfully strong, steady Ike. Simple chemistry won’t be enough to bridge the gap between them, especially with a determined ex-girlfriend waiting in the wings. It’ll take the kind of trust that requires putting your heart on the line to secure a glittering, priceless future...

“What are you doing?” Quinn asked, the merest hint of uncertainty in her eyes.

Ike said nothing. His expression remained somber, his body taut, exuding power and raw masculinity. Suddenly she whirled around, heading for the door. A firm grasp of her arm stayed her progress. It wasn’t a move Ike had intended. Every move he made was measured and calculated, always controlled.

Yet less than five minutes alone with this fiery hellion and he was losing his cool. He began growing hotter not only under the collar, but in places farther down.

“Let go of my arm!”

He could feel her body shaking ever so slightly. Since her eyes were glaring daggers he assumed it was with rage. She surprised him by leaning forward, her lips precariously close to his. Dangerously close, even. “Let. Me. Go.”

Their eyes locked. The room faded away. Time seemed to stop, too. She blinked. He followed the movement of her long lashes, felt his heart skip a beat. An inch, maybe less, and he could satisfy his curiosity on whether or not her lips were as soft as they appeared, or tasted as sweet. Like cotton candy, he imagined. One inch and...

Dear Reader (#ulink_188f4f75-4233-5c5f-9deb-d67096d2d463),

There’s something extra special about a person who succeeds against the odds. That’s why it will be easy to cheer for Quinn, the heroine in this book. In hindsight, she reminds me of my mom, who after five children and twenty years as a psychiatric aide, decided to finish her degree and realize her dream of becoming a nurse (interrupted by marriage and the unexpected arrival of my oldest brother). In her fifties and sixties, she received a master’s in social work and a BSN in nursing. She retired from mental health after thirty-five years, then spent another fifteen as a highly sought after and respected registered nurse.

The fact that she achieved her dreams showed me that I could, too. Hopefully this novel will inspire you. If Quinn can do it, you can do it.

One love...

Zuri

Sapphire Attraction

Zuri Day

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

ZURI DAY sneaked her first Harlequin romance at the age of twelve from her older sister’s off-limits collection and was hooked from page one. Knights in shining armor and happily-ever-afters filled her teen years and spurred a lifelong love of reading. That she now creates these stories as a full-time, award-winning author is a dream come true! Splitting her time between the stunning Caribbean islands and Southern California, she’s always busy writing her next novel. Zuri makes time to connect with readers and meet with book clubs. Contact her via Facebook (haveazuriday (https://facebook.com/haveazuriday)) or at zuri@zuriday.com.

Sometimes, when we try to control our feelings,

We meet someone who sends our heart and mind reeling.

Life becomes dimmer, no true satisfaction,

Until we give in to the fire-hot attraction.

Contents

Cover (#u7aed4393-3076-512c-b034-d932b57b514c)

Back Cover Text (#uc40da0b9-f7f7-5873-a632-d37c1ab84b22)

Introduction (#u90f3462b-5419-5834-bf80-9c75a9f2442e)

Dear Reader (#uca0e655a-7fe8-5e5c-a6d4-9bc1594443b9)

Title Page (#u121fa12c-a636-5968-9c54-50431d84f685)

About the Author (#u2871a205-d053-580f-a3b2-0560d102f5c0)

Dedication (#u342bd96a-2f42-54e3-9d03-ab754f1bd49f)

Chapter 1 (#u730ce95c-492c-5e57-b0f6-d8b6bd675dcb)

Chapter 2 (#u97134f1b-8847-5beb-a280-b2d058974d45)

Chapter 3 (#u2ddad244-6648-5857-a1cd-fe39b5702692)

Chapter 4 (#u6851701f-da0e-5b24-aec7-6ef21b3e2014)

Chapter 5 (#u0998164e-e278-5da2-94fa-57edcdcda5dd)

Chapter 6 (#u9ffe3468-bdaf-55dd-90e1-55322a2a72bf)

Chapter 7 (#u062b1f27-8485-5440-8457-38dd8822aa1a)

Chapter 8 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 9 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 10 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 11 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 12 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 13 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 14 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 15 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 16 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 17 (#litres_trial_promo)

Chapter 18 (#litres_trial_promo)