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.

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of space and all the right tools for the job.” Phiz chuckled. “You just need


caught his mischievous gaze and laughed. It felt really good just to relax. “I


don’t bother with much shopping, to be honest. I eat during the day when I’m


out at work. And in the evenings…well, it’s not worth it to cook just for me.


And I’ve rarely had a boyfr...guest who enjoyed eating a leisurely meal.”


didn’t pick up on the comment, though his gaze momentarily flickered back to


Bryan. “You got any salad stuff? Greens, tomatoes, you know?”


found a few fresh items in his larder and handed them over to Phiz. While he


was up from his chair, he collected another bottle of wine from the rack. The


contents of the first bottle seemed to be shrinking rapidly.


turned out the steaming tortilla onto a dinner plate with a flamboyant gesture,


slightly spoiled by the fact he immediately glanced at Bryan as if seeking


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