This collection includes Clare London's first two charming London-based novellas of the With a Kick series with two short stories featuring the characters in these books. With a Kick is A new and enticing ice cream franchise, with a unique blend of full flavour, mischief and romance. Patrick and Lee are struggling to make a success of their alcoholic ice cream shop in the centre of tourist London. At the same time, their business partnership may take a turn towards the personal -- if either of them can find the time and nerve to go for it! Meanwhile, they cater to the wild and wonderful range of customers in the area, many of whom have their own romantic agenda. Will ice cream be the final ingredient they’re all looking for? Each story is a self-contained romance, but will follow the history of the shop throughout. Contains the novellas: A Twist and Two Balls: Eduardo Mancini is going to be a star of the London stage. Unfortunately, his alter ego Eddy March hasn't got further than a bit part in a TV series. One ghastly day, he’s late for an audition, can’t pay his taxi fare, and is chased across Soho by the irate driver, Nuri. But maybe being caught by Nuri is exactly what Eddy needs. Slap and Tickle: Bryan is an accountant who admires order and self-discipline. When he literally bumps into Phiz outside With A Kick, Phiz’s lifestyle and behaviour appear totally chaotic. But they each recognise something in the other that they need. Bryan needs a lover who welcomes his secret desire, and Phiz needs a firm hand–in every way. They both agree that Bryan may be just the man to provide it. Also includes two short stories, Nice and Snow and Smack Happy.

With a Kick Collection #1

I’m…fine. So are you.” Eddy flushed with embarrassment at complimenting another


man, but relied on the darkness to give him some cover.


just smiled. He moved gracefully on bare feet, coming to stand close to Eddy.


His skin was dark in the dim light, the hairs on his flesh like curly pencil


strokes all over the surface. Eddy dared to put out a hand, and rubbed his palm


across Nuri’s chest. He could feel the warmth of Nuri’s skin and the gentle


brush of swarthy hair between his fingers. When Nuri chuckled, the sound


hands were as reverent on Eddy’s skin, too—at least, at first. “Smooth as


silk,” he murmured as he ran his fingers down Eddy’s chest, flipping teasingly


at a nipple. “Delicious,” he whispered as he fell to his knees, his lips


trailing hot and wet down Eddy’s belly. And then he took Eddy’s cock into his


Seemed Shakespeare had nonsense phrases for every occasion, Eddy thought


Chapter 15