This collection includes Clare London's first two charming London-based novellas of the With a Kick series. 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 stories: Pluck and Play: Curtis is a cheery young entrepreneur, secretly licking his wounds after being beaten up by his ex-lover. Handsome cowboy Riley is stranded in London without money. His consolation is his music, and his fascination is Curtis. Their music brings them together, Riley’s guitar and Curtis’ poetry. But when Curtis is threatened by his ex-lover, Riley intends to be the man to help. Double Scoop: A sudden disaster strikes the novelty ice cream shop, With A Kick, threatening the livelihood of its owner, Patrick, and also his assistant Lee. The last thing in the world Patrick wants is to hurt Lee, but deeply-held insecurities prevent him from confessing his love. And how long will Lee wait to make his own move? Hopefully the disaster brings a new opportunity for them to make a go of things.

With a Kick Collection #2

You’re thinking about your cowboy, aren’t you?”


glared back at Lee to forestall any more teasing. “So, you were telling me


grinned even more broadly, his expression excited. “It’s bourbon flavoured. I


went right out there and asked him–Riley–what cowboys drank, what was his


favourite.” He blushed slightly. “Then a caramel chocolate topping, and


All that sugar and booze. Sounds like a calorie overload, and I don’t like…”


Curtis paused. Actually, it sounded like something he’d love. And today


he reckoned he needed comfort food the most. “Yeah, I’ll try it.”


was a gorgeous looking ice to start with. Lee delivered him a bowlful and


Curtis took a moment to admire the chocolate and white combination of ice cream


and sauce, the ice crystals glinting under the café’s lights, topped off with a


cheeky chocolate garnish in the form of a treble clef.


Chapter 24