by Amy Marie
“To hot guys from Starbucks,” I toast anyways, lifting my glass. Trent rolls his eyes and takes the shot with Erin and me.
“To sexy girls that try taking sneaky pictures of hot guys at Starbucks.” My knees buckle when I feel his hot breath on the back of my neck, mid-shot.
Oh, crap!
I turn and am met with the fierce green eyes that belong to Jace, the Starbucks god.
The tequila burns as I spit it out all over his face.
Trent looks between the two of us and says hesitantly, “Noelle, this is my new neighbor, Jace.”
You’ve got to be kidding me.
Acknowledgements
Joshua and my beautiful children...Thank you for having patience and understanding through this whole process. No matter what my dream is you have always been behind me. My time was taken away writing this book and you stood by and supported this one hundred percent. I don’t know where my life would be without you all but I do know it would be empty. I love you with all my heart and I hope I make you proud.
Valerie Callow...There are no words to express my gratitude for a friend like you. Who knew moving across the street from you I would find a best friend, confidant, shoulder to lean on, person to vent to and cry to as well as share books with and travel with. Ensuring my happiness is not your job but you chose to make it so. I truly mean it when I say you are the greatest friend a person could have. I wouldn’t have started this book without your encouragement. This is our baby. MFE!!!
Elizabeth Froelich...Thank you for putting up with all my craziness and making sure I looked like I knew what I was talking about when it came to your edits. No one will ever know that I suck at punctuation and grammar. You are the best and I wish you lots of luck in your own writing journey! Love you.
Sydney Lane...One of my fellow author mentors. You didn’t have to go out of your way for me but you did and for that I am grateful. My endless questions were met with “happy to help” and “no problem”. You are seriously one of the nicest people I have never met and I cannot wait until I can hug you and give thanks in person. I look forward to sharing more projects with you.
Krista Elder. My fellow ZIN. That nerve wracking day in October 2012 was met with one of the biggest smiles I have ever seen. Since then you have continued to be on my side through my ups and downs. I’m so joyful to call you a Z-sis, beta reader, and great friend. You were the first one to claim Walker as your book boyfriend. I hope he continues to be throughout your reading journey. I love you!
Amber Boyd...When I needed help you stopped what you were doing and offered to jump in. That meant the world and since then I’ve continued to rely on you for your honesty and advice. Thank you for all that you have done. Who knew Vegas was the place to meet some of the greatest people! Love you!
Amanda Maxlyn...I am so proud to call you a mentor. Who knew that a lunch with another author I would come out friends with a sweet and amazing person? I am so ecstatic that I get to be in your life and your writing journey. I am so proud of what you have accomplished and cannot wait to read more of what you have in store.
Kelsi Foltyn...One of my favorite cousins. Thank you for putting up with me constantly changing my mind and then going back to what I originally wanted and then changing my mind again. Thank you for your thoughtfulness and understanding. I wish you lots of luck in your upcoming nuptials and a lifetime filled with happiness. I love you!
April Gordon...You are one of the funniest women I have ever met. I am so glad we bonded over Gavin Blake. My author picture is stunning and I wish lots of happiness to you in your new adventure in Florida. Miss you!
Adrienne Scales...For showing me that my first book I started sucked and giving me a harsh realization that I needed to SHOW and not TELL. If it weren’t for you I would have never started over with a second book. Thanks for always being patient and answering my million and one questions.
TBY Family...There are so many to name that it just seems unfair to list them all. You all rooted for me from the beginning. My life will never be the same since I walked in the doors of that gym and that Zumba class and was graced with all of your friendship. Thank you for believing in me. I love you all. You truly are my VA family.
Heather Davenport...For putting my Cover Reveal and Blog Tour together. For getting answers to questions even if you had to ask around. I appreciate your tolerance and advice. I’m so lucky to know someone like you and thrilled to spend our weekend in Philly with you!
Jenn Mooney....Thank you for jumping in as a beta and falling in love with Erin and Walker. Your ego boosting messages catapulted me into finishing the book. Thank you for doing this for me even though we have never met.
Grandma Beeman....Because I according to Aunt Randa you would be proud of me for doing this. I hope that is true even if Grandpa is standing next to you in Heaven telling you it’s smut.
To my Mom, Step-Dad, Alyssa, Kaleigh, Nikki, Keith, Holly and John. I love you all and I don’t think I tell you enough. You are the foundation of who I am today. I truly hope you are proud.
Louisa at LM Creations...No words. My cover is fantastic and you have been so patient with me. I’m in love with your work and I cannot wait for my readers to see what else you have in store for the Unexpected Series. I hope to meet you one day!
Angel’s Indie Formatting...For being my savior and helping me format this in no time!