by Leroux, Lucy
Fingers threading with hers, Ethan used his body to please her the way she liked best. His every move was a dance—part instinct, part hard-earned knowledge. Very hard.
Wordlessly, Juliet kept pace with him, taking him into her body with fervid and ardent moans that kept him rock hard long enough to make her come three times.
Afterward, he collapsed next to her, pulling her into his side. Then they talked, making promises and vows about the years to come.
“I’ve been thinking about my future,” she said after he had asked her when she wanted to restart law school. “When I go back to school, I think I want to change focus, but not to environmental law.”
Ethan braced his head on hand, lying on his side to study her. “To what then?”
She rolled to face him. “I want to be like Judge Washington. I’m going to go into immigration law.”
Ethan smiled. “I don’t blame you for being inspired after today, but are you sure?”
She nodded. “I’ve been thinking about it for a long time. I was lucky enough to be born here. Luna was lucky to have you and your connections, but I can’t help thinking the only reason she is home safe with us now is because I got lucky and rented the right apartment. That and she has a fortune of her own.”
Her face grew serious. “There are a lot of people in this world that would turn their backs on a baby like her just because she wasn’t born here. In fact, they do it every day. Mothers, fathers, sons, and daughters—all are in danger, running for their lives like I was, yet people here are still determined to turn them away. Their circumstances do not matter to them.”
Ethan stroked her hair. “I know and I’m sorry, but not everyone is like that. I know circumstances aren’t ideal given the current culture, but I have faith that people are basically decent and things will change on that front.”
“So, you don’t think it’s a bad idea?”
“Oh, I think it’s a great idea. Especially your other plan—you figured out what to do with your fortune, didn’t you?”
She smiled softly, reaching out to stroke his cheek. “You know me so well. Yes, I’ve decided to use my parent’s money to set up a legal defense fund for immigrants and asylum seekers. I can’t think of a better way to use that money for good. I can be there for people the way you were there for me.”
Pride filled him. Juliet had the potential to do so much good in the world, but the size of her heart never ceased to surprise him.
Taking her hand, he rolled over, covering her body with his. “You have my full support, of course. Always.”
He pressed a kiss to her lips, a silent vow to stay by her side. It was a promise she returned wholeheartedly…
Now and forever.
THE END
Codename Romeo is the first installment of a spin off series. If you want more romance read the award-winning Singular Obsession books!
Start with Making Her His, a Readers' Favorite Romance Sizzle Finalist & #1 Amazon Erotic Suspense Bestseller
For almost five years, Alex has had one obsession. Her name is Elynn.
Alex Hanas couldn't believe that after so many years as a widower, his father was getting remarried. To make matters worse, the American gold digger had a kid—a daughter named Elynn. After months of avoiding it, Alex goes to brunch with every intention of giving his father's new family the deep freeze. But he can't pull it off with Elynn's anxious green-grey eyes locked on him.
That was the day his life changed.
Four years later, Alex is as close to Elynn as a stepbrother can be. But that's not enough for him. He wants more...and he's done waiting.
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Falling for the girl next door…
Mercenary Mason Lang never intended to go into this line of work, but with pay this good, he can’t turn it down. The only challenge is getting out with all of his limbs still intact, which is a lot harder than he realized. And when he does, Mason is going to have it all—including the shy and sweet girl next door.
Laila James knew her crush on the gorgeous next-door neighbor was hopeless. And following a humiliating incident, she’d rather just forget him completely. However, when Mason comes back to town and tries to claim her for his own, Laila keeps her resolve. After all, she’s moved on and is even dating someone else.
But Mason isn’t giving up so easily. His instincts go into overdrive as he suspects that the rich, frat boy who latched onto Laila is trouble. Determined to prove that they’re meant for each other, the mercenary has a new mission. Missing his chance the first time around, Mason refuses to lose the only woman he's ever really wanted. Can he make the girl next door fall for him again?
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About the Author
Lucy Leroux is another name for USA Today Bestselling Author L.B. Gilbert.
Seven years ago Lucy moved to France for a one-year research contract. Six months later she was living with a handsome Frenchman and is now married with an adorable half-french toddler. Her family lives in California.
When her last contract ended Lucy turned to writing. Frustrated by the lack of quality romance erotica she created her own.
Lucy loves all genres of romance and intends to write as many of them as possible. To date she has published award-winning paranormal, urban fantasy, and gothic regency novels. Additionally, she writes a bestselling contemporary series. The 'Singular Obsession' books are a combination of steamy romance and suspense that feature intertwining characters in their own stand-alone stories. Follow her on twitter or facebook, or check out her website for more news!
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Other Books by Lucy Leroux
Making Her His
A Singular Obsession Novel, Book One
#1 Amazon Erotic Suspense Bestseller Feb 2016
& A Readers' Favorite Finalist SIZZLE CATEGORY
For almost five years, Alex has had one obsession. Her name is Elynn.
Alex Hanas couldn't believe that after so many years as a widower, his father was getting remarried. To make matters worse, the American gold digger had a kid—a daughter named Elynn. After months of avoiding it, Alex goes to brunch with every intention of giving his father's new family the deep freeze. But he can't pull it off with Elynn's anxious green-grey eyes locked on him.
That was the day his life changed.
Four years later, Alex is as close to Elynn as a stepbrother can be. But that's not enough for him. He wants more...and he's done waiting.
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Confiscating Charlie
A Free Singular Obsession Novelette,
Book 1.5
Noah Masters is looking for his future. He never expected it to find it in her.
After After crashing and burning his racing career Noah Masters has to figure out what to do with his life. His cousin Alex suggests he find a way to channel his creative energy in a way that doesn’t involve him putting his life in danger.
Then Noah meets his step-mother’s teenage sister Charlie, and he finds he doesn’t have to risk his life to find his future—he just has to risk his heart.
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Calen’s Captive
A Singular Obsession, Book Two
A Readers’ Favorite Silver Medalist!
Calen is a good man from a bad family, but when the girl of his dreams falls in his lap can he do the right thing and let her go?
Calen is the son of an Irish mobster, but he’s rejected his legacy and has made a name for himself as a club owner. After years of hard work, he has the life he’s always wanted. Almost.
Then his father asks him to take a meeting with a rival crew. It’s too important to say no. Reluctantly, he drives out to the middle of nowhere to meet them. There to negotiate for reparations, he sees an innocent girl being held against her will—someone who looks very familiar.
Unwilling to leave the girl to
a fate worse than death, he demands she be included as part of the deal. Maia is forced to stay with Calen for her safety, but she soon finds out he has ulterior motives for protecting her.
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Stolen Angel
A Singular Obsession, Book Three
A Readers’ Favorite 5 star read
Sergei Damov is in love with someone who isn’t interested in him, but he’s determined to change that.
Sergei has pined for months, waiting for his assistant to turn around and see he’s the perfect man for her. But Ada only sees him as her boss. Until one night when they both have to work late and the office is deserted…
It doesn’t happen right away, but soon Sergei has Ada right where he wants her—in his bed. Then demons from his past resurface, and he brutally pushes her away before the darkness inside him can consume them both.
But Ada isn’t about to let herself be used. Soon she turns the tables on him and disappears, leaving a mystery in her wake. Why was Ada working under an assumed name? Not just with him, but at every job she ever held?
Using every resource at his disposal, Sergei desperately searches for her, before the danger she’s running from catches up with her…and to try and heal the heart he shattered.
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The Roman’s Woman
A Singular Obsession, Book Four
A Readers’ Favorite 5 star read
When Gio Morgese meets Sophia, he realizes the "nice guys finish last" adage might be true...and he's done coming in last.
A well-ordered life and quiet existence is not working out in Gio’s favor. Less aggressive than his alpha male friends, he's led a circumspect life and married early to gain the domestic bliss he's always craved. But marriage to the wrong woman has ensured all of his plans blew up in his face.
Perplexed and a little jealous, he watches from the sidelines as his closest friends succumb to love, giving up their playboy lifestyles for the family life he’s always wanted for himself. Aware that something has to change before he ends up bitter and alone, he resolves to let down some of the walls that went up after his divorce.
Then he meets Sophia, a full-figured goddess completely unlike anyone he’s ever known. Against a backdrop of jealousy and deceit, Gio soon realizes that finding love is one thing. Holding onto to it is something else.
Now he’s saying and doing things he’d never imagined he would do. But there are some things—and some women—worth fighting for.
For Gio, the right woman is worth everything.
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Save Me
A Singular Obsession, Book 4.5
He left to save himself, but ended up losing her…
Two years ago Eric Tam left Las Vegas, his career in shambles. Now he’s rebuilt his life, but it’s conditional on one thing—he can’t go back. Until he gets the one phone call that changes everything. His former lover, the one he still dreams about, is in trouble with their mutual boss.
It’s been years since Andie saw her first love, Eric. And she definitely doesn’t want to see him now, not when her life is a complete mess. But unlike Eric once did, her problems aren’t going away. She’s trusted the wrong people. Soon it becomes clear it’s not just her job on the line. It’s her life…
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Take Me
A Singular Obsession Prequel Novella
FBI agent Jason White has found his dream girl in Maggie Tyler. The only problem…she may be a criminal.
How to land the girl of your dreams:
Step One: Spill hot coffee all over her.
Step Two: Accidentally touch her inappropriately while trying to clean the coffee.
Step Three: Convince her to go out with you anyway.
Step Four: Woo her with ice skating and vintage Street Fighter games.
Step Five: Drag her downtown and accuse her of breaking the law.
*For instruction on how to lose the girl of your dreams see step five above.
Take Me is a standalone prequel novella in the Singular Obsession series. It takes place before the events of Calen’s Captive, A Singular Obsession Book Two, but can be read at any point in the series.
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Trick’s Trap
A Singular Obsession, Book Five
A Readers’ Favorite Romance Sizzle Finalist!
She's a gamble he's willing to take.
When world-class poker player Patrick Tyler meets his match, Tahlia, in an underground game, he's immediately drawn to her swift talent and striking beauty. But it’s not long after their meeting that she mysteriously disappears. With nothing but a bloody crime scene as a clue to her whereabouts, she’s presumed dead.
Or so he thought...
A chance encounter changes everything.
Alone, afraid, and homeless, Tahlia needs Patrick now more than ever. Feeling compelled to help, he throws her a much-needed lifeline--a lady's choice card game. When Tahlia’s family finds out Patrick’s plans, they will stop at nothing to get their hands on her. Will Tahlia be able to protect him from her family or will this game of high stakes end in the most devastating loss?
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Peyton’s Price
A Singular Obsession, Book Six
Peyton Carson has been in love with Liam Tyler since she was nine-years-old. When he gets engaged to someone else, she’s devastated.
Shattered after the man she loves announces his engagement, Peyton does her best to pick up the pieces and move on with her life. She begins to build a life without Liam in it. But when her roommate's debt becomes her problem, she finds herself in a game too dangerous to play.
Suddenly thrown into unimaginable danger, Peyton has no way out. Unable to rescue Peyton himself, Liam asks for help from the last man he wants anything to do with—Matthias Raske.
Now, Peyton's options become clear, but her salvation comes at a price she’s not sure she’s willing to pay. Peyton must risk it all for a chance at something she's always wanted. Torn between ecstasy and the fairytale, will she overcome all the obstacles or lose her chance at forever?
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Cursed
A Spellbound Regency Novel
A Readers’ Favorite 5 star read
Isobel Sterling is a governess with a lot of secrets—including an uncanny ability she's been hiding her whole life. Until the day arrives when she has to use it to save herself from a madman. But first she has to master it. Fast.
Governess Isobel Sterling feels fortunate to have found a safe haven in the Montgomery household. The children are kind and The Lord and Lady of the house leave her alone. Her life is as good as it can get, until the day mysterious visitors arrive from abroad.
At first Isobel is flattered by the single-minded attention she receives from their handsome young guest, Matteo Garibaldi. At least she is until girls in the village begin to disappear. Isobel has a terrible suspicion that the disappearances are linked to the darkness she can see growing behind Matteo's eyes. Filled with dread she does everything possible to avoid his company—until she is locked in with him for the night
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Black Widow
A Spellbound Regency Novel, Book Two
A Readers’ Favorite Gold Medal Winner!
He wants to bring her to justice, but the secrets she holds may be the end of him.
Shattered by the death of his cousin, Gideon Wells, the Earl of Flint, is determined to prove that his widow is the one responsible. When Amelia Montgomery finally returns to town on the arm of her new lover, Gideon vows to bring her to justice. But getting close to her sparks a hunger that he can’t ignore. As he begins to uncover the truth about Amelia, he encounters an evil more sinister than he ever imagined. Can he destroy the threat or will he suffer the same fate as his cousin?
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Codename
Romeo
Rogues and Rescuers, Book One
One FBI agent… one single mother… and a toddler who steals his heart.
All FBI agent Ethan Thomas wants is to come home to his new apartment and enjoy the luxury of his new flat-screen TV and some frozen pizza. Encountering a tiny toddler alone in the hall changes everything for the rough and rugged agent. Relief sets in when the child's mother appears. But when she collapses at his feet just before a blizzard hits Boston, Ethan is in over his head.