Welcome! Thanks for stopping by. This Sweet Saturday Sample is from IF I LOVED YOU, the first book in the spicy Hollywood Hearts series.
The conversation is between Megan Davis, a financial advisor and Chaz Duncan, drop-dead gorgeous movie star.
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“Look, I know you’re famous. My brother is famous…”
“Mark Davis. Star quarterback for the Delaware Demons, right?”
“He’s my twin.”
“You don’t look at all alike. Can you toss a football?” A smile curled his lips.
“Like I haven’t heard that one before. I don’t give a damn you’re famous, okay. Can we get that straight? I’m not impressed, not going to grovel at your feet. You’re simply a potential client whose money I may be managing. No more and no less. I’m not going to swoon and ask for an autograph or throw myself at you. Of course, I’ll do my best to take care of your money as if it was my own, but that’s as far as it goes.”
“Way to use your charm on me to win my business.” Chaz leaned forward.
“I don’t need charm; I have brains.” A smug smile crossed Meg’s lips.
“Whoa! Oh, yes…Harvard M.B.A., right? Harvey told me.” Chaz sat back in his chair again.
“Right.” Meg leaned back, too, folding her arms across her chest.
“Yale School of Drama here. So don’t condescend to me. I’m not a ‘dumb’ actor in love with himself. And you’re dressed pretty hot for a financial advisor with only dollars and cents on her mind. Not that I’m objecting. I love eye candy…great rack, too…” He grinned at her then pulled out his cell phone.
“Eye candy? Rack? Did you say rack? Why the nerve! Is that your cell phone? Turn it off…” She rose up out of her seat.
“My cell phone is my livelihood. I’m not going to miss an audition or an opportunity to read a script because you want my phone off. And rack is a more polite term than some men would use.”
Megan sank down in her chair, speechless, while Chaz returned a text message.
“I think perhaps you should talk to someone else here…” She stood up and moved toward the door, but Chaz’s strong grip on her arm stopped her.
“Sit down,” he said quietly.
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A Bit About the Book
The conversation is between Megan Davis, a financial advisor and Chaz Duncan, drop-dead gorgeous movie star.
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“Mark Davis. Star quarterback for the Delaware Demons, right?”
“He’s my twin.”
“You don’t look at all alike. Can you toss a football?” A smile curled his lips.
“Like I haven’t heard that one before. I don’t give a damn you’re famous, okay. Can we get that straight? I’m not impressed, not going to grovel at your feet. You’re simply a potential client whose money I may be managing. No more and no less. I’m not going to swoon and ask for an autograph or throw myself at you. Of course, I’ll do my best to take care of your money as if it was my own, but that’s as far as it goes.”
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“I don’t need charm; I have brains.” A smug smile crossed Meg’s lips.
“Whoa! Oh, yes…Harvard M.B.A., right? Harvey told me.” Chaz sat back in his chair again.
“Right.” Meg leaned back, too, folding her arms across her chest.
“Yale School of Drama here. So don’t condescend to me. I’m not a ‘dumb’ actor in love with himself. And you’re dressed pretty hot for a financial advisor with only dollars and cents on her mind. Not that I’m objecting. I love eye candy…great rack, too…” He grinned at her then pulled out his cell phone.
“Eye candy? Rack? Did you say rack? Why the nerve! Is that your cell phone? Turn it off…” She rose up out of her seat.
“My cell phone is my livelihood. I’m not going to miss an audition or an opportunity to read a script because you want my phone off. And rack is a more polite term than some men would use.”
Megan sank down in her chair, speechless, while Chaz returned a text message.
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| BOOK 3 IN THE SERIES |
“Sit down,” he said quietly.
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A Bit About the Book
Does love always mean total
truth? Successfully shunning the limelight, Megan Davis kept her family secret
safe. Disrespectful of tabloid superstars, Meg was shocked when selected to
launch a celebrity division in her investment firm. Gorgeous, magnetic movie
star, Chaz Duncan valued privacy above all else. Drawn to Megan for more than
financial advice, will he share a secret or continue his high profile but
lonely existence? Jealousy, deceit and scandal threaten two careers and the
quest for true love and trust in this roller-coaster-ride contemporary
romance.
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Hmmm, Mr. Forceful here, huh? I wonder how she's going to respond to that kind of behavior? Can't wait to find out. Love how they cut through all the BS and just said what was on their minds. Great characterization!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by, Jenna. Yes they have each met their match. No shrinking violets here.
DeleteSuper excerpt. There may be more to this guy than meets the eye.
ReplyDeleteThanks for commenting, Elaine. Yes, Chaz Duncan is not afraid to speak his mind and get what he wants. Lol.
DeleteHe sounds like he really wants Megan. But if he's drop-dead gorgeous, famous, AND intelligent, he could have any financial advisor he wanted. Wonder why he wants Mega not impressed that he thinks she's eye candy, so he's going to have to switch gears.
ReplyDeleteYou might have to read the book to find out, Patty! Lol. He does remark about her having brains. And she handles her brother's money. He's a celebrity, so she is familiar with that aspect and is heading up the celebrity division of her firm. But then I've told enough.
DeleteI love the banter between the two. Great job!
ReplyDeleteLove the dialogue. Sounds like it's already a lust/despise relationship
ReplyDeleteYes, Lindsay, they are dueling. They are well matched. Lol. Thanks for stopping by.
DeleteOh, great verbal sparring....and I could feel my hackles rising with each sexist remark...lol
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