It's 1953, and the golden age of Hollywood musicals. Paul Dunham couldn't be hotter on the dancefloor or the silver screen. Hoping to capitalize on Paul's popularity, the studio pairs him with up-and-comer Jack Wells.<br><br>On the marquee, it's a match made in heaven, but for Paul, it's a personal hell. He hates Jack's newfangled acting style, and he hates Jack's blue eyes, and he especially hates the fact that Jack is one of the most talented dancers he has ever met.<br><br>Jack, however, doesn't hate Paul. In fact, everything Paul does fascinates him. After their first meeting, Jack is determined to win Paul over, and he won't back down until Paul admits the two of them are perfect partners ... in every way.

Sticks and Stones

“I don’t know. I’ve just been tired. You know, four movies already this year. I guess it can wear anybody down.”


“It might be a good idea to take a little vacation after this is over. Someplace tropical with whatever girl we hook you up with.” Jesson was already nodding in self-approval at his idea. “That would be an excellent PR move.”


“Do you ever have an idea that you don’t immediately link back to PR?”


“You say that like I’ve done nothing but cause you trouble since I showed up here. I don’t mind playing the game. I don’t mind doing what you want me to do. But don’t do that. Don’t treat me like that.”


Jesson didn’t blink. “Then don’t fuck up like this again.”


Chapter 62