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Barrum, KS
His Velvet Touch
He was going to use her, but he didn’t expect to need her.
A Barrum, KS Contemporary Romance
When Harper walks into Chris’s life on a hook-up dare from her friends, he wants nothing to do with her until he realizes he can use her to his benefit. She works for an investment firm, and Chris needs an investor for his company that’s about to get bought out by his biggest competitor.
He's not going to lose his business.
Harper's pride made her walk across that coffee shop that day, but when Chris plays along and kisses her in front of her friends, she knows there's more to this guy than just a quick romp. When she learns of his business's dire situation, she's happy to help, since money is her life.
The more time they spend together, the more they find a connection, however as much as they connect, that still doesn't mean they trust each other.
After all, she can't keep a plant alive, and he's a landscaper.
How can that possibly be a good match?
This book originally appeared in the Taming The Alpha anthology.
A Barrum, KS Contemporary Romance
When Harper walks into Chris’s life on a hook-up dare from her friends, he wants nothing to do with her until he realizes he can use her to his benefit. She works for an investment firm, and Chris needs an investor for his company that’s about to get bought out by his biggest competitor.
He's not going to lose his business.
Harper's pride made her walk across that coffee shop that day, but when Chris plays along and kisses her in front of her friends, she knows there's more to this guy than just a quick romp. When she learns of his business's dire situation, she's happy to help, since money is her life.
The more time they spend together, the more they find a connection, however as much as they connect, that still doesn't mean they trust each other.
After all, she can't keep a plant alive, and he's a landscaper.
How can that possibly be a good match?
This book originally appeared in the Taming The Alpha anthology.
- GenresContemporary Romance
100 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 17, 2015
About the author
Candice Gilmer
73 books121 followersIt took getting grounded for Candice Gilmer to realize her imagination was much more interesting than the real world. Stuck at home over grades in high school, she started writing her own stories — and she never stopped.
She published her first book, Fantasy Girl, in 2008. Since then, the USA Today and New York Times bestselling author has published 50+ romances about werewolves and vampires, cyborgs and sexy aliens, demons and fairy tale princesses — a range as wide as her proudly geeky heart. She's a devoted fan of Star Wars, Star Trek, Marvel, and DC (yes, you really can love them all), and Captain America will always hold the top spot.
Her muse is very insistent and never runs out of ideas. Candice stays busy, and she wouldn't have it any other way. Well. Maybe with a personal chef on staff.
Website: Candicegilmer.com
She published her first book, Fantasy Girl, in 2008. Since then, the USA Today and New York Times bestselling author has published 50+ romances about werewolves and vampires, cyborgs and sexy aliens, demons and fairy tale princesses — a range as wide as her proudly geeky heart. She's a devoted fan of Star Wars, Star Trek, Marvel, and DC (yes, you really can love them all), and Captain America will always hold the top spot.
Her muse is very insistent and never runs out of ideas. Candice stays busy, and she wouldn't have it any other way. Well. Maybe with a personal chef on staff.
Website: Candicegilmer.com
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January 25, 2026
Cute little story! I liked both of the main characters but Aunt Gladys was my favorite. I look forward to reading more books by Candice Gilmer.
March 31, 2015
Good read. Chris and Harper meeting I thought this was going to be a story that was love at first sight and happily ever after from the jump. To my surprise it was more of a stepping stone into something more with bumps along the way. Really enjoyed the Aunt and her banter, could've used more of that. The follow up with these two could be really good if more drama was added in.
June 22, 2024
What A Dare Can Lead To…
Harper’s two friends dare her to speak to and hook a good looking guy in their coffee shop. But none of them can predict what it will lead to. A short, compelling and steamy story amidst business problems and illness. Saved by an unknown individual, or is it? Loved it.
Harper’s two friends dare her to speak to and hook a good looking guy in their coffee shop. But none of them can predict what it will lead to. A short, compelling and steamy story amidst business problems and illness. Saved by an unknown individual, or is it? Loved it.
April 21, 2015
An Insta love story this is not. Chris and harpers story is bumpy and all about those little steps into falling for each other. After all it was started on a dare ;) I liked it and enjoyed reading it.
February 12, 2016
A sexy romp.
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