Daniel Trace dreams of days to come -- literally. Ever since he can remember, Daniel gathers hints and snippets of the upcoming day through his dreams. Of course, the dreams are never straight forward (and neither is Daniel), so the shy, rare book dealer spends his nights pulling together clues under the guise of a Medieval warrior or an ancient Greek fire fighter. Surrounded by an eclectic group of family and friends, he carves a refuge in his Chicago neighborhood.<br><br>Daniel’s latest dreams warn of the return of an old nemesis, but nothing prepares him for Karden Templeton, a man with eyes the color of chocolate as it melts on the tongue. Along with unending flirtations, Karden offers Daniel a proposal that will turn his orderly world upside down and ignite long-forgotten desires.<br><br>Will surrendering to Karden’s flirtations place Daniel at the mercy of an old love? Can Daniel learn to accept his gifts, and trust his awakening feelings for Karden?

Dream of Me

“I represent the attorneys for someone willing to pay a great deal for Mr. Trace’s opinion on an old book,” Karden said in a smooth, professional tone. “It would just be for one afternoon of his time.”


Daniel froze. That voice, he thought. Why is it so familiar?


Barely glancing at the card, Sury asked, “You’re a lawyer?”


Karden shook his head. “No, I just work for them. I’m a consultant…of sorts.” The devastating smile lighting the man’s face created an expression Daniel could only describe as…beautyWhat in the hell is wrong with me?he wondered as he choked back a small gasp.


“Daniel, why does this name look familiar?” Sury asked, handing the card to him.


Daniel forced himself to pull his gaze away to the card.


Chapter 6