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

He opened his mouth in alarm, then realised how rude that must look and swiftly


closed it again. “What the hell’s in this?”


chuckled, obviously delighted at the effect. “The brandy’s the slap, and that’s


the tickle! It’s popping candy, you can buy packets of it. I think the


combination of the smooth, strong spirit with the sweet, fizzy candy goes


really well.” Maybe he saw something in Bryan’s expression that worried him


because he frowned. “Well, Patrick’s not entirely convinced either, not yet.


But this is all about unusual confectionery, isn’t it? We have to have a unique


theory.” Lee shrugged. “I have plenty of ideas but we need more than that. I


can handle basic promotional campaigns, work on the principles of customer


targeting. But we can’t afford an artist to do our posters and flyers, and


let’s face it, the artistic gene passed me by at birth.” He tapped the


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