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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peered at him suspiciously, but Phiz didn’t seem to be taking the piss. 


like them on me,” Phiz continued. “I really do. I like the way your hand curls


around mine, when you grip me tight. The way you flex your wrist before you


reach out to me. The strong, sudden movement when you let go.” Phiz kept his


eyes downcast, but his lashes blinked several times, quickly


that moment, Bryan felt as if something crumbled inside him—a barrier, a wall,


something that had been holding him back from a lot of things over the years.


It fell apart around him and within him, revealing a much brighter and scarier


view ahead. He felt released from the worry of what others might say of him;


suddenly and childishly wicked in the sexy thoughts that swamped him; safely


swaddled in the comfort of Phiz’s company, and thrilled at the promise of


adventures to come. He felt as if a whole new segment of life had opened to


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