Feels Like the First Time

Description

After Aliana Marshal watched the man she loved walk down the aisle and vow eternity--to her sister--she set out to create her own happily ever after. Putting her heart and soul into her steel-art, Ali opened Steele & Magnolias, a premiere garden art shop, and all of her hard work is about to finally pay off. Only her sister's idea of eternity ended when Hawk's hockey career went down in flames. Now Hawk is single, back home, and he owns the bar right next door. Even worse, Ali's feelings for him are far from just friendly. Former NHL superstar, Bradley Hawk spends his nights in The Penalty Box serving the best hard cider in Washington--and his after hours serving the beautiful ladies of Destiny Bay. His days, well, those he spends thinking up new ways to infuriate his ex-sister-in-law. Between her "rules of business conduct" and "neighborly advice" the woman needs to learn how to enjoy life a little. And he's just the guy to help. So when he hears she needs a date for a party, his hero complex kicks in and he volunteers. Only, it isn't just any party--it's an engagement party for his ex-wife. And the only way to get through the night is to convince Bridget he's over her. Flirting with Ali feels too good to stop, and when they fall into bed together they take the faux right out of their fauxmance. But just as things start to get real, Bridget calls off the wedding and Hawk is stuck between the woman he'd dreamed of winning back ... and the one he can't imagine letting go.

Marina Adair is a #1 National bestselling author of romance novels and holds a Master of Fine arts in creative writing. Along with the Destiny Bay series, she is also the author of the Sugar, Georgia series, the St. Helena Vineyard series, and her new Heroes of St. Helena series. She currently lives with her husband, daughter, and two neurotic cats in Northern California. As a writer, Marina is devoted to giving her readers contemporary romance where the towns are small, the personalities large, and the romance explosive. She also loves to interact with readers and you can catch her on Twitter at @MarinaEAdair or visit her at www.MarinaAdair.com. Keep up with Marina by signing up for her newsletter at www.MarinaAdair.com/newsletter.

"A can't-miss read with small town sweetness, endearing characters and a unique quirky flair." --Carly Phillips, New York Times bestselling author on Sugar's Twice as Sweet "A darling romance delivered in her charming downhome style...Adair skillfully blends spicy romance with humor and tenderness. The resolution is both satisfying and charming, with the characters earning their happiness together." --Publishers Weekly on A Taste of Sugar (starred review) "First in a new series, readers will find all the sweetness of small-town magic in Sugar, Georgia. As with all the best small towns, there are some quirky characters adding to the charm and romance, but it's the heart and heat that make this story a page-turner. Keep an eye on this series." --RT Book Reviews on Sugar's Twice as Sweet "In this delightful kickoff to the Sugar, Georgia contemporary series, Adair invokes small-town charm and all its perils...The sensual and satisfying conclusion feels solidly earned and leaves the door wide open for a strong continuing series." --Publishers Weekly on Sugar's Twice as Sweet "Marina Adair writes with heart and sizzling heat. Sugar's Twice as Sweet will charm you!" --Jill Shalvis, New York Times bestselling author "The third book in the sexy and fun Sugar, Georgia series keeps the romance nice and sweet. The small-town quirkiness is as amusing as ever. This take on the familiar tale of the town bad boy and the good girl who love each other against their better judgment will make romance fans swoon." --RT Book Reviews on A Taste of Sugar "4 stars! Adair's second book in the Destiny Bay series is touching, and oh-so-tantalizing!"--RT Book Reviews on Feels Like the First Time "4 stars! Just as sexy and full of sassy humor as [Sugar's Twice as Sweet], Sugar on Top is a tasty treat. The characters are likable and fun, and the romance is hard fought for with a satisfying conclusion."--RT Book Reviews on Sugar on Top