Masterson
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"What about Joseph and the Kings?"
"It's none of their business."
"You are working cases right now Roman. You've got the clubs too. You're going to have to say something to them."
She's right as usual. That's why I have Jade around. She gives me shit, and drives me crazy, but she keeps me on point. She knows my business is everything to me. It's all I really have that matters.
"Joseph and Juliette know that she's in the Bahamas on business, so there's no point in telling them anything different. I'll have Cutter cover the clubs and Camden can work the DUI job. Just tell Cam and Cutter the truth. Tell them that Elizabeth may be in some trouble, and that I have to go out of town to handle it. Play it down though. No red alerts. No telling the old man that I went there. You feel me?"
Jade nods with satisfaction. "I'm glad you've finally come to your senses. While I know that it's possible that Elizabeth may be sitting on a beach, catching a tan, and reading a novel, there's also the small chance that this Ethan guy is up to something. Once upon a time you helped me out of a messed up situation that nobody gave a shit about, and I just think that someone should have Elizabeth's back too."
"Understood."
"What about killer over there?"
Jade points over to the corner at Mr. Tibbs. Jade is not a dog person. Usually I have someone house sit him if I travel, but this is too last minute. Plus I like giving Jade shit sometimes.
It completes me.
"Raw chicken backs and turkey necks are portioned in Ziploc bags in the freezer. Feed him twice a day. No treats. He also gets three walks a day. And clean this place up and water my plant while you're at it. Juliette gave it to me."
"I'm not touching any raw chicken backs or turkey necks! I swear that damn dog is going to starve."
I walk away grinning like a Cheshire cat as I hear Jade's cries of protest behind me. It's a pleasure to piss her off as I head to my bedroom to pack, and go see about kicking some ass in order to bring my cousin home where she belongs.
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Note From Lisa
Thank you for reading Masterson and taking a chance on me if I am a new author to you. I hope you enjoyed Roman & Elizabeth's story so far. I really enjoyed writing about those two; and stay tuned because the drama unfolds further between the two of them in a continuation of their story in–Book Two.
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I am someone who has always dreamed of publishing fiction but allowed life to get in the way. Writing this series has been one of the most rewarding and challenging experiences of my life, and I look forward to bringing more stories to you as quickly as I can. When I came up with the concept of Masterson and started having people read sample chapters, a lot of people had strong opinions about Roman, Elizabeth, Ethan, Sloan and even Jagger.
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The Fixer Series Book One
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I made a mistake and had a taste of something sweet, something forbidden, something highly addictive. Elizabeth. It's no secret that I'm greedy, and I want more. Now I just have to convince her pretty ass that she does too.
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He’s desperately good looking, but he knows it. He's built sturdy and strong like a tank, but he's reckless. He looks like every woman's fantasy, yet for me he’s a nightmare. Too bad I owe him big time. And now he’s moved in next door to collect.
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Masterson (Book 1)
Masterson Unleashed (Book 2)
Masterson In Love (Book 3)
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Claimed By A King (Book 4)
Indebted To A King (Book 5)
Broken By A King (Book 6)
Promised To A King (Book 7)
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THE NIGHTHAWK SERIES
Gunslinger (Book 1)
Wolf (Book 2)
Diesel (Book 3)
Acknowledgments
SO WHERE DO I START? When I was 17 years old and trying to figure out my future, my mother strongly advised me to NOT major in English, because there was no way that she was going to pay for a college degree that would lead me to being homeless and on the streets (her words not mine English majors:). I ended up majoring in print journalism and spending many, many years of my life writing for newspapers, magazines and websites.
Now that I've married, have children, and my mother is ill with dementia, I see just how fragile life is and how important it is to spend every minute of it hopefully loving what you do. So here I am full circle. Doing what I truly believe I was meant to do. Writing fiction and enjoying every minute of it. And of course there are many people who have helped me get here.
First, I want to thank my amazing husband who has been my best friend since I was 18 years old, and who has supported any and everything that I've ever wanted out of life. Without him in my life, I doubt that I would have ever made it back here. Writing strictly for the love of it and not for profit. I also want to thank my daughters who inspire and influence every decision I make in my life. While they can't read any of my work quite yet (or maybe ever!), they support me in all other ways imaginable. I love each of you EQUALLY. I swear:)
Next I want to thank one of my dearest and closest friends Kelly Green who has listened to me talk about writing this book endlessly for the last few years and has been nothing but supportive and encouraging. Although she doesn't buy into my obsession with romance (If there's no romantic HEA in a book or a movie, I want no parts of it!), she still gets me, and I love you for that Kelly Boo.
I also want to thank another two of my besties: Donna Kinard, who is my quasi beta reader and Robin Broughton Smith who is my #1 cheerleader. Donna reads all the important parts I need read, and gives me honest feedback that always works and makes me a better author. Robin serves as inspiration that following your heart will always lead you in the right direction. Thank you so much for all your encouragement and support ladies.
When I first finished writing this book, I thought to myself that my acknowledgements page would end right about here. I am a total new fish out of water in the world of romance writing. I am also an introvert. I didn't know any fiction authors or bloggers. Not one. Little did I now that there would be several people very willing to help a newbie along. Support me. Encourage me. And without them I know that I would have felt desperately alone.
Thank you to my editor Marla Esposito. (Shout out to all NYU alumni!) You are much more than an editor to me. Let's face it, without you I would have been writing ellipses … 'til the cows came home, and Elizabeth would have had very questionable and chunky hands:) Thank you so much for all that you do and in the nurturing way that you do it.
Thank you to Liv Morris a.k.a. Obie-Wan Kenobi, an author with a million other things to do other than help me– I'm so sure:) But she took time out of her day to have an actual conversation with me and talk about my career, my book, my writing and just shoot the sh*t. You are a wealth of knowledge and are hands down responsible for me making smarter decisions about my writing and my marketing. Plus you're one funny NYC gal!
Thanks to author Meredith Wild. The first author to ever actually respond to me on Facebook and give me actual concrete advice that I could apply to my marketing and my writing career. Thanks for all your help, your well wishes, and for being 'real'.
Thanks to author Katie Ashley who has to be one of the nicest authors on the planet. You are another author who was very nice to me (via Facebook) when I first considered writing this book, and you taught me that how you treat people goes a long way in how you're remembered. That's why I read all of your books and try to support everything you do. Not just because your work is great, but because you're a great person. I hope to pay it forward one day.
Thanks to author Jordan Silver a.k.a. Madame Butterfly a.k.a. MamaB. A writing dynamo who didn't know me from a can of paint and has served as true inspiration to what it means to serve your readers . Thank you for your kindness.
Thanks to R.L. Mathewson for writing How To Write, Publish, & All That Good Stuff. One of my favorite books on indie publishing from an author who's actually doing it and doing it well:) I really tried to follow most of your advice. I hope I did you proud!
Thank you to Yolanda Ann of Art Of Romance–the first blogger to take me under her wing and give me fantastic guidance on Facebook. I'd like to also thank bloggers: I Read Him First, the Goodreads New Adult Book Club, Escape N Books, Reading Is My Bliss and all the other bloggers and Facebook groups who work tirelessly everyday to promote indie authors and their work.
Thanks to The Hype PR, an amazing group of women who support and help authors get the word out with grace and ease. I look forward to working with you further in the future ladies!
Finally I want to thank my parents for nurturing my love of reading and writing all my life. It definitely is my passion thanks to you both. And I want to thank my Aunt Ruby who regularly sent me bags of romance novels when I was in high school that fed my desire for a Happily Ever After:)
About the Author
Hi, I'm Lisa Lang Blakeney. I grew up an only child gorging myself on daytime soaps, night time dramas, and romance novels. I write about strong alpha men and the smart women they seek to claim.
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I live in the great state of Pennsylvania and am married to an alpha male I met in college. We are the proud parents of 4 girls and 2 dogs. When I’m not writing– I’m reading, gardening, volunteering in my community or hanging out with friends.
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