Actor Alex Lockhart’s career is in a good place. The roles are coming in, the work is steady, and everything is falling into place. Even his sex life, since Alex finally hooked up with another hot actor, Spencer Johns, and Spencer pushes every one of Alex’s buttons. Then, just when Alex is on the verge of landing an exciting role, he learns the part went to Spencer. And Spencer didn’t even bother to mention he was up for the part. Feeling furious and betrayed, with one punch Alex takes their sudden feud public. Hollywood is abuzz with their rivalry. When a chance at a great independent movie comes up, Alex can’t turn down the role, even if Spencer is also slated to be in it. Beneath his outward hate and loathing for Spencer simmers hurt and a desperate want Alex can’t seem to quell. But as he tries to hold onto the hurt and anger, Alex learns Spencer isn’t quite what he thought. Can burning desire and want be enough to put out the flames of Alex’s rage?

Something Like Want

Spencer picked up the glass carafe and held it up. “Anyone need a refill?”


A couple of positive responses, and Lena just held her mug aloft. Trying to get her to function without copious amounts of caffeine was impossible. Spencer made the rounds, smiling jovially and teasing her, until the pot was gone. Milo took it from him with a fond smile and an admonishment to eat.


I squinted. Spencer really had them fooled. The way he interacted with everyone, it was clear they all liked him. So they obviously didn’t see his real personality as I did. Of course, he just hadn’t shown his true colors yet. I wasn’t going to let myself be drawn in by his facade. I knew what kind of asshole he was, despite the way he was acting in present company.


Chapter 9