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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there was also the case of Phiz’s behaviour. “You pushed me,” Bryan said.


scowled at him, but there was the smallest flicker of uncertainty in his eyes.


is not the time and place,” Bryan added. “We’ll discuss this back at my place.”


seemed really close to tears now. “You think dominating me means you have to be


a shit with other people? Show how tough you are, or something? Dominating


isn’t about being a thug or a bully.”


enough,” Bryan snapped. “We’re leaving. Now.”SLAP AND TICKLE – 8


Thejourney back to Bryan’s flat passed in


a bit of a blur. There were too many people on the Tube for him to have a


private conversation with Phiz, and when they walked from the station to


Bryan’s flat, Bryan found he was still too angry and hurt: he was almost


breathless. What sobered him even further was that Phiz was quiet, too. 


opened the front door and strode into the living room. The room was suffused


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