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

was standing in reception, still and steady, dressed in jeans and a tight,


well-pressed shirt, with his curls combed back behind his ears, a serious look


on his face, and a slim document file under his arm. Mandi was back in her


place behind the welcome desk, though it was past her working hours. She had


her coat on, but also an expression on her face that said she wouldn’t be going


anywhere until she’d seen what happened between the two men.


had never been so pleased to see anyone in his life. He’d forego any Lottery


win notification, any contract for Jersey Boys, any paparazzi who may


one day be lurking to catch his star on the rise—only to see Nuri waiting for


walked up to Nuri. His fingers itched to touch Nuri’s cheek: to stand chest to


chest and rub his face against Nuri’s beard. His whole body ached for the


contact. “I’m sorry,” he said quickly.Tooquickly. But how much time


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