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SECOND CHANCE AT LOVE series |
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The first time
around they weren't ready.
Now star-crossed lovers get a second chance ...
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All Alisa wanted was to be left alone with her writings. But the discovery of Native America bones on her property made that wish impossible. The last man she wanted to see was back in her life, and with him Zach Bradford brought a whole lot of memories and some questions she really didn't want to answer. Now besides digging for bones, he's digging into their past as well, searching for answers as to why she broke up with him suddenly, two years ago. And Alisa has to decide if she is going to keep living in the past, or if she's going to let it go and reach for a possible future with Zach. The future she should have had. * NOTE: There is a FREE vignette called Writing of Love that acts as a sequel chapter to Diggin' Up Bones, for those that want a glimpse into their future together. |
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"Michelle Houston pens a tender, yet sweet, story of how humiliation and shame can undermine the best of relationships." ~ Two Lips Reviews "Diggin' Up Bones is a short romantic read that's packed with love and longing. It's clear from the start that what Alisa and Zach shared was not meant to end. Ms. Houston pens a sizzling romance that's sweet and emotionally captivating." ~ Literary Nymphs "Ms. Houston has made her characters and her story very honest and real. She perfectly describes the fear and guilt of being a victim as well the desire to love and be loved. This short story is sad, sweet, and sexy all rolled into one." ~ Coffeetime Reviews "Digging Up Bones is a sexy read of love and trust. Michelle Houston does a great job of using serious subject matter and not depressing the love story. This story was fantastically written with believable characters and strong dialogue. I would highly recommend this book for all erotica and romance readers." ~ Sensual Reads and Reviews "To my surprise, and relief, Alisa isn’t bitter and angry with everyone in the story. I loved that. When most characters would have withered into a corner and lashed out, Alisa took full charge. She is a character that you cheer for the moment she walks onto the page and one you hope to emulate if the need ever arises. ... Zach is respected, patient, insightful, and secure enough to follow her lead. ... Archaeologists unearth the most interesting secrets." ~ Whipped Cream Reviews, Rated 4 and 1/2 Cherries on Top
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Nicole is frustrated with the emptiness of her life and when a chance meeting with Alan, an object of her affection from the past, ends with an invitation to his house for dinner, and whatever may come, she decides to take a chance and live a little.
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"A CHANGE OF PACE is a fiery story of passion, withheld for a decade, between two old college friends. The lovers are easy to relate too and there are sparks every time they have a scene together. I can’t get over how sexy it is when the author speaks of Alan Vivanio. A man bigger than life, but the kind of guy every woman dreams of. I enjoy the way Michelle Houston describes Nicole’s feelings about her life and Alan. It gives depth to the characters and creates a more intense connection between them. Houston portrays the sex scenes with precise explanations and it truly helped that I wasn’t made to stop and think of acrobatics. The encounter was refreshing, hot, steamy, naughty and absolutely to the point. A CHANGE OF PACE got my pulse jumping with each page and I was pleasantly surprised with the witty ending." ~ Dark Angel Reviews
"A Change of Pace is a fast paced short story. Michelle Houston did an excellent job of loading the 21 pages of this story with a lot of emotion and passion between Nicole and Alan. I could relate to Nicole and her despair over her life and the direction it has taken. It was heartwarming to read of the rekindling of an attraction long lost between Alan and Nicole. If you are looking for a short read loaded with passion to heat you up for bedtime, I highly recommend this book!" ~ Fallen Angel Reviews
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Rick has always been a part of Katherine's life, including being best man at her wedding to his friend. When her marriage falls apart, she finds out that her previous unrequited feelings for Rick aren't so unrequited. |
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"Her Best Man by Michelle Houston is a super short, super fast, yet thoroughly enjoyable read. The heat between Katherine and Rick is tangible. They found love in the least likely of places, and I was stunned that Rick stuck by Katherine’s side instead of leaving her when his best friend left. Neither is sure of the other’s feelings, so both walk on eggshells around each other for a bit. The tension that was between Rick and Katherine helped to build this story to a very satisfying end; I could feel it coming off the pages. This short read is full of action and emotion, and I couldn’t put it down until the very last word!" ~ Fallen Angel Reviews
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Erika had thought that Ryan was out of her life, and that she was over him. When they run into each other at an art action, and he outbids her on a painting of her grandmother's, she's willing to do anything to get it from him - including agree to spend 48 hours with him. Her head says at the end of it, she can just walk away. Her heart isn't so sure. |
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"Michelle Houston surprised me with this short yet highly entertaining read. Ryan and Erika’s relationship has so many twists and turns that I felt drawn into the storyline and couldn’t wait to find out what happened between them – or what would happen next. Ryan and Erika have unresolved issues which neither of them has dealt with and obviously needs to before they’ll be able to move on. A BID FOR LOVE allows readers into the loving Dom/sub relationship Ryan and Erika shared and gives you a better understanding of how imperative trust would be between them." ~ Romance Junkies, Rated 4.5 "While this is a BDSM story, at its core it is a romance and that is what touches me, because these two were destined to be together, and that is a beautiful thing. [...] Bottom line, this is a touching love story of redemption and forgiveness. It is erotic and sensual that it will have you’re bosoms heaving with the eventual outcome (ok maybe not, but mine heaved)! Michelle Houston has written a winner here. This review gets a 4. Do not let it pass you by." ~ Acquanetta Ferguson for the San Diego Examiner, Rated 4 - Recommended to buy "It is rare to find a book on BDSM that actually does the practice justice. Most forget that it isn’t just about dominance and submission. More then anything else, it’s about trust. Trust that the other person will not do you real and lasting harm. Trust that they will stop when requested. Trust that they will not abuse the power they have been given. [...] And that is what this story is really about, trust; how quickly it is broken and how it can begin to be repaired. [...] As for the sex, it is definitely hot and heavy in this one, and an excellent choice for anyone looking for a dominate man. Ryan and Erika have a passionate chemistry that is clear even in such a short story. I hope to see more works from this author in the near future." ~ You Gotta Read Reviews, Rated You Gotta Read - highest rating! "A Bid For Love is a delightfully deceptive story. Being only 26 pages, I did not expect to read a concise, well written story of love lost and then found again but it showed me that looks are deceiving. [...] The characters of Erika and Ryan were beautifully fleshed out. I found myself caring about them and their individual stories. [...] The way the past break up was explained was done in an ingenious way. I could not be mad at either Ryan or Erika. The well written plot and emotional dialog had me glued to my chair to see what occured next. A Bid For Love is another fantastic story by Ms. Houston that I highly recommend reading." ~ Whipped Cream Reviews, Rated 4.5 Cherries on top ""A Bid For Love" is a nice little short that packs a lot of emotion...Pacing was fine. Prose and dialogue were good, and character development was well done..."A Bid For Love" is a sweet story with a nice ending." ~ BDSM Books
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Two
former lovers are unprepared for the reading of a will. Can they live up
to the terms? Although still in love with her husband Devon, Ashley Monroe was seeking a divorce, thanks to his family and their mistreatment. When Devon's grandmother dies, and Ashley is included in the will, everything changes, because his grandmother wasn't about to let history repeat itself. |
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"Shunned, stunned, and alone.
Sounds depressing. Add to that, she’s just lost a child and her
husband’s family wants nothing to do with her. Some people would give
up, but not Ashley. Want to know more? Then you need to read Willed to
Love to find out what happens.There is a lot packed into this little
story. Michelle Houston’s characters touched my heart in their
tenderness and ruefulness. What could’ve been written with a heavy
hand comes across as touching. I wanted to see Ashley and Devon work out
their issues. […] I liked that they didn’t jump into the
relationship and all over each other from the word go. Ms. Houston wrote
the buildup of the connection and subsequent outcome well, keeping me on
the edge of my seat until after the last page. […] If you want a love
story that will bring tears to your eyes, then you need to read Willed
to Love." ~ Whipped Cream Reviews, Rated 4 Cherries on top
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