Publisher's Synopsis
In Lust We Trust contains the stories from Dare to Love and Love and Lust, Books 1 and 2 of the Wicked, Lustful Series. It is the complete collection of six short stories that blend drama, friendship and, most certainly, steamy romance.
Stranded During a group cycling vacation in the Caribbean, Shana White learns that her boyfriend is moving to New York to further his career without her. With no intention of sulking, Shana opts for a day excursion with former beau and fellow cyclist, Nick Marino. After a biking accident leaves them stranded, an old friendship is rekindled, and memories of their torrid past reemerge, leaving Shana with conflicting emotions. Now on the rebound, can she afford to seek solace in Nick's arms and risk heartache all over again? The Charity Event With a career in photography about to take off, Adam Baxter is at the top of his game. Office buddy, Jennifer Silva, has been a supportive friend from the start, and the two have an easygoing, platonic relationship. But when Adam's assistant Nellie singles out his jealous behavior, he's forced to analyze his true feelings for beautiful, caring Jennifer. Adam knows all too well that a romantic involvement can complicate matters. So is he ready to put it all on the line and take their friendship to the next level? Snowed In When Nina Bates discloses her pregnancy, both her boyfriend and her mother shun her. Alone and confused, Nina turns to her grandmother who suggests she move from her hometown of Seattle and move to Anchorage. Once she's in Alaska, Dexter McIver, divorced, hires her as a live-in nanny to his son. An emotional bond develops between Dex and Nina. After Nina's baby is born, the smoldering attraction that has existed for months threatens to burst into flame. With so much at stake, should Nina and Dexter go out on a limb for a brief liaison? Phone Sex Gina Blanchard, an advertising executive, has her hands full with not only a busy conference schedule but also a difficult employee. Fatigued, she telephones her boyfriend, and Dylan Jessup soon encourages Gina to unwind. Is Gina willing to give in to Dylan's coercion and live out a one of a kind sexual experience? Summer Love Wildlife conservationist Bryn Banks travels to North Dakota for a summer program. On location she meets Kyle Norman, a biologist. The two work well together and become involved. As the summer draws to a close, separation looms and tension builds. Is Bryn able to leave Coleharbor and never look back? Married and in Lust After three weeks on the road, professional hockey player Ethan Lewis returns home for Thanksgiving. He and his wife, Whitney, meet for cocktails, and the two quickly realize just how much they missed each other. Ethan encourages a wild, intimate encounter, but is he able to encourage his wife to surrender her inhibitions?
