It’s 1955, Las Vegas is swinging, and David Lonergan has the chance of a lifetime when he accompanies his cousin to be the headlining act at the Thunderbird Casino. A pianist who cut his teeth in the jazz clubs of Chicago, David is a dazzled by the lights, the music, and the “anything goes” attitude of Las Vegas. But he’s not knocked off his feet until he meets Vincent “Shorty” Accardo.<br><br>Vincent is a full-time bodyguard and sometimes hitman for the mob-controlled casino. He doesn’t indulge his interest in men very often, but there’s something different about David from the moment they meet. He’s attracted to David’s talent, his surprising innocence, and his easy smile.<br><br.There are a million reasons to stay away from the young piano player, but Vincent can’t help himself. Even when there are lives at risk.

The Bad and the Beautiful

“Can’t wait to fuck you,” Vince murmured. “Been thinking about this ass all night.”


Closing his eyes, he focused on the fiery sensations, bracing against Vince’s strength. “I thought about you all night, too. Kate yelled at me on our break because I was all over the place with my playing.”


“Shouldn’t have left.” Vince pumped his wrist, but this time, he did something a little different. David wasn’t quite sure what. All he knew was that it made lights explode behind his closed eyes. “I don’t want to have to chase you down again.”


A repeat of whatever glorious trick Vince seemed to know made David gasp. “I didn’t expect you to look for me tonight.”


“I have the feeling I’ll be looking for you most nights.”


Chapter 22