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

Slowly, his pale cheeks began to colour.


stop rambling,” Bryan said, more slowly. Maybe the poor man had difficulty


communicating. “Stop swearing.” Stop talking altogether, he wanted to


say, but it wasn’t really the other man’s fault that Bryan couldn’t abide


pointless chatter. He had attractive, full lips that Bryan couldn’t help


noticing. It was the speech spewing out that disturbed him. “Just stop.”


didn’t think he’d spoken too loudly, but the brusque tone startled him. Across


the road, a couple of shop workers were staring over. Their arms were full of


souvenir goods, restocking the display units on the pavement, pinning them more


securely in case the wind gusted up again. “Get out of everyone’s way. Come


over here.” Bryan took the young man’s arm and drew him back into the shelter


of With A Kick’s awning. The edges flapped listlessly in the aftermath


man offered no resistance, even when Bryan kept hold of his arm, except to


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