Ghostwalker Blake Jones dies every day. It’s his job and how he helps trapped souls cross over. But to return to life, he needs an anchor. His new partner, Derek Scott, is a surprise. Not only is he male, but his appearance belies a caring and gentle heart underneath. Despite attraction and a strengthening relationship, they know they shouldn’t take things further.<br><br>But there’s a big difference between knowing and doing.<br><br>Their growing love presents a problem, though not the one they expect. Blake and Derek have to decide if they should take their relationship to the most permanent level -- an unbreakable metaphysical bond. Doing so offers both risk and unimaginable reward. Can Blake let go of his fears and put his complete trust in Derek in order to have the happily ever after he’s always craved?

Ghost of a Chance

“How about I make us some food?” Derek kept his voice low and inviting.


Derek tried not to frown. “Come on. You should eat. Get your strength back. I promise, I’m a good cook.”


“I said I wasn’t hungry,” Blake bit out. Derek went still at the unexpected outburst. Blake froze, too. He sighed heavily. “Sorry. I’m still queasy, actually. It usually takes a while for that to pass.”


Derek knew that was a common side effect, but all the reports suggested it passed within an hour or two of coming back. It had been at least three, going on four, since King pulled the sword from Blake’s chest.


“You sure?” Derek was careful to keep his inquiry light. He had to check, but he didn’t want to piss Blake off.


“Yeah. By dinner, I’ll be almost a hundred percent and probably starving. But right now just the thought of food—” Blake blanched. “No thank you.”


Chapter 15