by Naima Simone
“Not in my game, it isn’t,” she drawled and, stopping just outside the restaurant door, swatted him on the ass.
Laughing, he pinched her chin and planted a firm kiss on her mouth. “I think I like your rules better.”
“I figured you would.”
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Acknowledgments
To my heavenly Father who has never failed me when I’ve called on Him and even when I haven’t. I thank you for being so much bigger than my imagination and supplying my every need.
To Gary. You are my real-life hero, and without your endless support and encouragement, none of this would be possible. We’re a writing team, even if my name is the only one on the book covers. LOL!
To Kevin and Autumn. Thank you for coming up with the team name, Washington Warriors! There’s your shout out, guys. Although, you’ll never see it because if I catch either of you reading my books, I will go all National Geographic on you! LOL!
To Andie Rutledge, aka The Seattle Guru. You have been so generous with your time and patient with my many questions, and I’m so grateful! My Seattle tour book is dog-eared! Tell your hubby I said thanks for his input, too! MUAH!!
To Debra Glass. You have never turned me down when I come knocking for critiques, advice, laughs, whatever I need. You’re not just my critique partner, you’re my bestie, and I adore you!
To The Football Council, aka Gary, Daddy, Kevin, and Konard. Thank you for always answering your phones when I come to you with my endless football questions. And they have been endless. LOL! I so appreciate your patience…and for giving me dialogue because I had no idea how to call a play…or describe a move…or use a football metaphor. Love you!!
To Marta Baez Petrocelli. Thank you for helping me bring Sophia to life. From the translations, to the traditions, to mannerisms, to coffee, you helped me shape a gorgeous, vibrant, wonderful heroine of Puerto Rican heritage. Thank you!
To Rachel Brooks. Thank you for believing in me as well as offering me guidance, encouragement, or a firm but nice “Put the pizza back in the oven” when I need it. LOL! I’m so proud to claim you as my agent!
To Tracy Montoya. Every time we start a new series, I’m so happy because it means more books we’re going to be working on together. You have been so instrumental in my growth as a writer. Thank you for everything you’ve taught me with each book and for always pushing me to dig deeper and be better. You are THE BEST!
About the Author
Naima Simone’s love of romance was first stirred by Johanna Lindsey, Sandra Brown, and Linda Howard many years ago. Well, not that many. She is only eighteen…ish. Though her first attempt at a romance novel starring Ralph Tresvant from New Edition never saw the light of day, her love of romance, reading, and writing has endured. Published since 2009, she spends her days—and nights—creating stories of unique men and women who experience the first bites of desire, the dizzying heights of passion, and the tender, healing heat of love.
She is wife to Superman, or his non-Kryptonian, less bulletproof equivalent, and mother to the most awesome kids ever. They all live in perfect, sometimes domestically challenged bliss in the southern United States.
Come visit Naima at www.naimasimone.com.
Also by Naima Simone…
Only for a Night
Only for Your Touch
Only for You
Beauty and the Bachelor
The Millionaire Makeover
The Bachelor’s Promise
A Millionaire at Midnight
Witness to Passion
Killer Curves
Secrets and Sins: Gabriel
Secrets and Sins: Malachim
Secrets and Sins: Raphael
Secrets and Sins: Chayot
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