Stitches in Time
copyright 2005, 2016
erotic romance novella
Who needs Cupid when you have a leprechaun in your corner?
Content: Spicy, M/f, mild BDSM
Excerpt from Stitches in Time
by Diana Hunter
All Rights Reserved
Liam didn’t answer, since Maggie opened the door at that precise moment. His reaction was immediate. Dressed in lacy, navy blue baby doll lingerie, Maggie’s shapely body was revealed in all her glory. Liam’s eye traveled from the graceful curve of her neck over her alabaster shoulders to two beautifully shaped breasts just hidden by the dark, silky material. In the coolness of the room, little buds blossomed at the tips and Liam’s cock stirred. His eyes continued downward toward her narrow waist and well-formed thighs—and that was as far as he got.
Blushing to the roots of her hair, Maggie rushed across the room and scrambled into the bed, pulling the blankets up to cover herself. She had paced for several minutes in the bathroom, trying to gather the nerve to make the dash. Now she glared at him from the safety of the bed. “Believe me, Mr. Finnerty, had I known I would be sharing a room with you, I would have packed differently.”
He grinned and the devil was in his eyes. “No doubt you would have, Ms. Andrews, no doubt you would have. But now I have visual proof that there’s a passionate heart that beats behind those tailored suits.” His grin grew wider. “I, however, do not have to worry about what to wear to bed…” Liam stripped off his shirt and tossed it on the floor. His naked chest glimmered just as Maggie always thought it would; a gorgeous, muscular torso faintly covered with soft dark hair that glimmered in the soft light of the hotel room. Her sudden intake of breath was audible in the quiet room.
To cover her reaction, Maggie feigned shock. “Well, you’re not sleeping in the nude tonight! I’m tempted to make you sleep in the tub.” She had been, too, but had discarded the idea as childish and immature. They were two grown adults stuck in an uncomfortable situation, and she didn’t need to get all melodramatic about it. But she had known she wouldn’t make it to the bed without some comment from him about her sleepwear. What she hadn’t been ready for was his complete appreciation for her appearance. Despite her intent to keep her distance from him, his obvious enjoyment of her teddy gave her a very warm feeling inside. A feeling that resided way too low for her own comfort.
Reviews
Amanda at Fallen Angels Reviews: "Diana Hunter combines various elements such as humor, magic, and light bondage to enhance her story. The passion these two discover flows from the pages and the hints of deeper emotion will keep readers turning pages until the end."
Ayden Delacroix at In the Library Reviews: "Maggie was the type of heroine I prefer to see. Very devoted to her family, so much so she's willing to put aside her dreams to make others happy. It takes a great strength of character to finally make the decision to do what makes you happy, especially in Maggie's situation."
Enya Adrian at Romance Reviews Today: "STITCHES IN TIME is a humorous tale that is well blended with eroticism and emotion. Diana Hunter once again pens a wonderful story that includes her trademark bondage theme."
Also available in the Shadows of the Past collection, along with the novella, Frankenstein's Captain.
This original version is actually out of print, but you can still find the occasional copy. We authors no longer receive any royalties on these, but it's still fun to read them as the series they were meant to be. :)
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