It’s been a long time since I’ve shared a teaser! So, today I’m sharing a short teaser from Brickell Avenue Ambush. In this scene, Ricky and Mariela have just been attacked after they went to check on a construction project being built by Mariela’s abusive ex. They suspect that there is something very dangerous about the project which could cost people their lives. Having survived the attack, it’s time for some tenderness and reflection! You can read more about Brickell Avenue Ambush at https://amzn.to/3SYwCuu.
Teaser
Ricky cupped her cheek and stepped close until her warm breath spilled against his lips. Soft and regular at first, but then harder, faster, when he laid a hand at her waist and closed the gap between them.
She inched up on tiptoes and met his lips with hers, the kiss gentle. Hesitant as if she hadn’t kissed anyone in a long time.
He didn’t press, aware of her past. Hoping to build trust for the future.
He let her end the kiss, giving her the control she’d lacked in her life for so long.
When she stepped away, he ran the back of his hand across her cheek. “I’ll meet you downstairs when you’re done.”
MARIELA COULDN’T FIND her voice. Her throat was too choked up with the emotion of that so simple, but so pure, touch.
All she could do was nod and rush off to her bedroom to wash off the sea spray from their ride and the fear that had gripped her yet again at the sound of the first bullet hitting the boat’s windshield.
He had defended her again, risking his life. Again.
She had no doubt it was going to happen again. This time she intended to be prepared for it just like Ricky had been prepared. She’d been surprised when he’d pulled out a weapon to chase away their attacker, but he’d handled it with ease.
After their meeting with Trey and his father, she was going to ask Ricky to show her how to protect herself. She wouldn’t be caught defenseless again.
