One To Save
One To Hold #6 By Tia Louise Release Date March 26, 2015
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"I lost myself in the darkness of trying to protect you..." Some threats come at you as friendly fire. Some threats take away everything. Family won’t let you go down without a fight. The Secret isn’t as secure as Derek’s team originally thought it was, and a person on the inside of Alexander-Knight is set on exposing him, breaking him, and taking away all he holds dear. Refusing to let anyone suffer for his crimes, Derek takes matters into his own hands. He’s exposed, he’s defenseless, but his friends are determined to save him. #SaveDerek A STAND-ALONE, ONE TO HOLD NOVEL. New Adult Contemporary Romance: Due to strong language and sexual content, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18.
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Melissa In the cool darkness of the semi-crowded bar, I study the glass in front of me and consider my journey. Memories of my old life fade like smoke in a glass. The shame that held me so tightly now dances at the edges of my mind like the whisper of a bad dream, a flicker of shadows that no longer make sense in my world. Young women in their shiny slip dresses twist and laugh on the dance floor, but instead of resentment, my lips melt into a smile. My old self—cynical, bitter, defeated—is a memory I have to work to recall. These days I could dance all night with them, but I’d rather spend my energy on other activities. The slim glass holds a pale amber liquid, and I can’t resist taking a sip. An involuntary wince pinches my eyes as I put it down. Seven and seven. Refreshing citrus dragged down by the heavy undertone of whiskey. So gross. Sliding my palms over my thighs, I realize my outfit isn’t much different from those girls on the dance floor. The deep red silk is fitted at my waist, and drapes loosely over my torso. My long dark hair is swept over one shoulder revealing a thin spaghetti strap. I lightly touch the delicate gold chain around my neck leading to the floating heart pendant that sits between my collarbones, and light glances off the thick gold cuff on my wrist. Unlike that first night, I’m alone here. My best friend Elaine is miles away with her new husband, most likely indulging in that blissful honeymoon period of early marriage. Make that, most certainly indulging. I know those two very well. I came by myself to the bar in Princeton after finishing my business with a client in town. My infant son is back in Wilmington, spending the weekend with his grandmother. Studying my hands, I admire the deep blue sapphire ring on my finger, but I have no wedding band. At thirty-two, I’m an unmarried mother of a beautiful little boy, and I wouldn’t change a thing… Yet. The tiny silver scar at my hairline reminds me of what a bad marriage is, and with my successful marketing business and the gorgeous cottage at the beach that I own, I’m satisfied with my life, calm. Not desperate. I’ll take my next steps deliberately, with confidence. All these thoughts preoccupy my mind when I blink up and catch him watching me from across the square-shaped bar. Blue eyes, strikingly blue because of the way they stand out beneath his dark brow, coupled with collar-length thick dark hair. He’s massive, at least six-two, and elegantly dressed with a thick stainless watch on his wrist. I can spot his type a mile away—rich, powerful, accustomed to getting whatever he wants… I know what he wants. A smile teases at the corner of my mouth. No coincidence I happened to look up at that exact moment to catch his gaze. He starts to move, but his eyes never leave mine. I don’t look away either. I also know what I want. Thick cords of muscle ripple beneath the thin black sweater he wears as he glides past the oblivious patrons talking and laughing. Some are more animated than others, waving their arms and putting their drinks in peril. A close beard shadows his face, and the muscles low in my pelvis tighten at the thought of how it will feel brushing the soft skin of my inner thighs... ONE TO HOLD (Derek & Melissa), 2013 FREE: http://smarturl.it/OTHAA * ONE TO PROTECT (Derek & Melissa), 2014 SALE: http://smarturl.it/OTPAA * ONE TO KEEP (Patrick & Elaine), 2014 : http://smarturl.it/OTKAA * ONE TO LOVE (Kenny & Slayde), 2014 : http://smarturl.it/OTLAA * ONE TO LEAVE (Stuart & Mariska), 2014 : http://smarturl.it/OTLvAA * ONE TO SAVE (Derek & Melissa), 2015 : http://smarturl.it/OTSA * One to Chase (Amy & Marcus), coming June 25, 2015! SIGNED COPIES:http://smarturl.it/SignedPBs
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Tia Louise is the Amazon and International Bestselling author of the ONE TO HOLD series. From “Readers’ Choice” nominations, to picking up USA Today “Happily Ever After” nods, to winning a 2014 “Lady Boner Award” (LOL!), nothing makes her happier than communicating with fans and weaving new tales into the Alexander-Knight world of stories. A former journalist, Louise lives in the center of the USA with her lovely family and one grumpy cat. There, she dreams up stories she hopes are engaging, hot, and sexy, and that cause readers rethink common public locations... Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorTiaLouise Goodreads: http://bit.ly/1vlvy2k Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorTLouise Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/AuthorTiaLouise/ Amazon Author Page: http://amzn.to/Zfs7zo Instagram: http://instagram.com/authortlouise Tsu.com: https://www.tsu.co/TiaLouise Sign up for Tia's Book News: http://eepurl.com/Lcmv1 Get Exclusive Text Alerts and never miss a Sale or New Release: Text "TiaLouise" to 77948* *Max 6 messages per month; HELP for help; STOP to cancel; Text and Data rates may apply. Privacy policy available, [email protected].
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One To Save One To Hold #6 By Tia Louise Available March 26, 2015 Synopsis Some threats come at you as friendly fire. Some threats take away everything. Family won’t let you go down without a fight. The Secret isn’t as secure as Derek’s team originally thought it was, and a person on the inside of Alexander-Knight is set on exposing him, breaking him, and taking away all he holds dear. Refusing to let anyone suffer for his crimes, Derek takes matters into his own hands. He’s exposed, he’s defenseless, but his friends are determined to save him. A STAND-ALONE, ONE TO HOLD NOVEL. Adult Contemporary Romance: Due to strong language and sexual content, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18. Pre-Order Links Excerpt One to Save By Tia Louise *unedited draft, subject to change* Everywhere March 26, 2015 Chapter 1: Secrets Melissa In the cool darkness of the semi-crowded bar, I study the glass in front of me and consider my journey, how many steps I’ve taken in the last two years, how far I’ve come. Memories of my old life fade like smoke in a glass. The shame that held me so tightly now dances at the edges of my mind like the whisper of a bad dream, a flicker of shadows that no longer make sense in my world. Young women in shiny slip dresses twist and laugh on the dance floor, but instead of resentment, my lips curl into a smile. My old self—cynical, bitter, defeated—is a memory I have to work hard to recall. These days I could dance all night with them, but I’d rather spend my energy engaged in other activities. The slim glass holds a pale amber liquid, and I can’t resist taking a sip. An involuntary wince pinches my eyes as I put it down. Seven and seven. Refreshing citrus dragged down by the heavy undertone of whiskey. So gross. Sliding my palms over my thighs, I realize my outfit isn’t much different from those of the girls on the dance floor. The deep red silk is fitted at my waist, and drapes loosely over my torso. My long dark hair is swept over one shoulder revealing a thin spaghetti strap. I lightly touch the delicate gold chain around my neck leading to the floating heart pendant that sits between my collarbones, and light glances off the thick gold cuff on my wrist. Unlike that night, I’m alone. My best friend Elaine is miles away with her new husband, most likely indulging in that blissful honeymoon period of early marriage. Make that, most certainly indulging. I know those two well. No, I came by myself to the bar in Princeton after finishing my business with a client in town. My infant son is in Wilmington, spending the weekend with his grandmother. Studying my hands, I admire the deep blue sapphire ring on my finger, but I have no wedding band. At thirty-two, I’m an unmarried mother of a beautiful little boy, and I wouldn’t change a thing… Yet. The tiny silver scar at my hairline reminds me of what a bad marriage looks like, and with my successful marketing business and the gorgeous cottage at the beach I own, I’m satisfied with my life. Calm, not desperate. I’ll take my next steps deliberately, with confidence. All these thoughts preoccupy my mind when I blink up and catch him watching me from across the square-shaped bar. Blue eyes, strikingly blue because of the way they stand out beneath his dark brow, coupled with collar-length thick dark hair. He’s massive, at least six-two, and elegantly dressed with a thick stainless watch on his wrist. I can spot his type a mile away—rich, powerful, accustomed to getting what he wants. I can’t deny the hum his gaze sets off under my skin. I know what he wants. Catching my lip in my teeth to stop my grin, I also know what I want, and it’s no coincidence I happened to look up at that exact moment to meet his stare. Still, I’ll make him work for it. He starts to move, his eyes never leaving mine. I don’t look away either. Thick cords of muscle ripple beneath the thin black sweater he wears as he glides past the oblivious patrons talking and laughing. Some are more animated than others, waving their arms and putting their drinks in peril. Yellow lights hidden in the recesses above the bar illuminate rows of liquor bottles in all colors and shapes. Glasses hanging upside down above also catch the flickering light. It’s a raucous atmosphere, but this man and I are in our own secret place of longing and desire. As he rounds the final corner, and I see him in full, my breath quickens. My eyes drift from his broad shoulders to his narrow waist, grey slacks and black shoes, then back up just as he reaches me. A close beard shadows his face, and the muscles low in my pelvis tighten at the thought of how it feels brushing the soft skin of my inner thighs… The Series ONE TO HOLD (One to Hold, #1) - (Derek & Melissa), 2013 Amazon US: http://amzn.com/B00FP4R0TU Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00FP4R0TU B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/one-to-hold-tia-louise/1117053533?ean=9781494469177 iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/one-to-hold/id733172276?mt=11 ONE TO KEEP (One to Hold, #2) - (Patrick & Elaine), 2014 Amazon US: http://amzn.com/B00HVFGHUO Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00HVFGHUO B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/one-to-keep-tia-louise/1118061019?ean=9781495225161 iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/one-to-keep/id795456845?mt=11 ONE TO PROTECT (One to Hold, #3) - (Derek & Melissa), 2014 Amazon US: http://amzn.com/B00JT1YE0I Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00JT1YE0I B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/one-to-protect-tia-louise/1119273806?ean=9781499113648 iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/one-to-protect/id861714960?mt=11 ONE TO LOVE (One to Hold, #4) – (Kenny & Slayde), 2014 Amazon US: http://amzn.com/B00NGPNDJG Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00NGPNDJG iBooks: http://smarturl.it/iOTL B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/one-to-love-tia-louise/1120328507?ean=9781502480781 ONE TO LEAVE (One to Hold, #5) – (Stuart & Mariska), 2014 Amazon: http://smarturl.it/OTLvAA iTunes: http://smarturl.it/OTLviB Kobo: http://smarturl.it/OTLvK Nook: http://smarturl.it/OTLvBN Google Play: http://smarturl.it/OTLvGP ARe: http://smarturl.it/OTLvAR About The Author Tia Louise is the Amazon and International Bestselling author of the ONE TO HOLD series. From "Readers' Choice" nominations, to picking up USA Today "Happily Ever After" nods, to winning a 2014 "Lady Boner Award" (LOL!), nothing makes her happier than communicating with fans and weaving new tales into the Alexander-Knight world of stories. A former journalist, Louise lives in the center of the USA with her lovely family and one grumpy cat. There, she dreams up stories she hopes are engaging, hot, and sexy, and that cause readers rethink common public locations... Connect with Tia Amazon Author Page: http://smarturl.it/TLMAA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorTiaLouise Website: Http://www.AuthorTiaLouise.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorTLouise Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/AuthorTiaLouise Instagram: @AuthorTLouise Tsu.com: https://www.tsu.co/TiaLouise Sign up for Tia's Book News: http://eepurl.com/Lcmv1 Get Exclusive Text Alerts and never miss a Sale or New Release: Text "TiaLouise" to 77948* *Max 6 messages per month; HELP for help; STOP to cancel; Text and Data rates may apply. Privacy policy available, [email protected]. One To Leave One to Hold, #5 By Tia Louise Available December 29, 2014 Synopsis Some demons can't be shaken off. Some wounds won't heal. Until a pair of hazel eyes knocks you on your ass, and you realize it's time to stop running. A STAND-ALONE, ONE TO HOLD NOVEL. Adult Contemporary Romance: Due to strong language and sexual content, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18. Purchase Links Paperbacks on Excerpt One to Leave By Tia Louise © TLM Productions, 2014 Mariska If you asked where this sudden surge of bravery came from, I’d have to be honest. I had no fucking idea. Stuart rode into the barn looking like sex on two legs… very tired sex on two legs, but sex on two legs all the same, and I made up my mind. After the way he kissed me yesterday, I didn’t care what type of bullshit line he tried to spin, Stuart Knight was in the same space as me. He was fighting hard, but he wanted this. Now I was in his bedroom ordering him around, and he was actually allowing it. Humoring me, more like it. Not for one minute was I suffering from the delusion that this man took orders from anyone. Still, for whatever reason, exhaustion or simple curiosity, he let me take the lead. Once his shirt was off, I couldn’t hide the hitch in my breath at the site of his lined torso. Ridges crossed his abdomen, lines stretched across his broad shoulders and down his arms. He lay on his stomach across the mattress, and it was all I could do not to run my tongue over every inch of his beautiful body. Instead, I quickly took off my boots, and for increased mobility (yes, that was my excuse), I removed my denim shorts. Lightly I smoothed my palm across his lower back, trying to remember the touches I’d learned in the few massage therapy classes I’d taken. Why hadn’t I taken more? Kneading a little harder, I knew I had to get lower, down into the pelvic area to give him relief. “Do you mind if I remove your boxers?” My voice was breathless and trembling. Those snug, dark briefs didn’t hide much, but I knew once I saw that ass, I’d be a goner. “No.” One word. He’d sounded almost as cautious as me when he said it. Closing my eyes, I shook myself. Now was the time. This was my man. If I was going to make it happen, if I was going to make any of this make sense, from the day I left Bayville to this moment, I had to go for it. Fate had dropped this opportunity straight in my lap. Inhaling a quiet breath, I gently pulled the waistband out and lowered it down his legs. I knew what was on the other side, pressed between his pelvis and the mattress, and I didn’t want to hurt him. Miraculously, I got his underwear off, and Oh. My. God. Square and tight, with palm-sized indentations on each side… For a moment, I could only stare at his backside. Perfect and golden as the rest of him. Climbing back onto my knees, I took the quietest deep breath in the history of recorded time. It trembled going in, and my hand trembled reaching out. I touched him. He seemed to breathe at that exact moment as well—almost as if he’d been holding his breath, too. Readers are saying… “FIVE STARS: I swear Tia's writing gets hotter and hotter, and some of the scenes (*phew*) were extremely spicy.” –Jezabell Girl Reviews “If you're looking for a super sexy cowboy-with-a-past to fall in love with One to Leave is definitely the book to pick up!” –Reading Past My Bedtime Reviews “The story develops with a high level of anticipation and constant anger simmering just under the surface. And the craving…” –Anna K, Goodreads Books by Tia Louise: ONE TO HOLD (One to Hold, #1) - (Derek & Melissa), 2013 Amazon US: http://amzn.com/B00FP4R0TU Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00FP4R0TU B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/one-to-hold-tia-louise/1117053533?ean=9781494469177 iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/one-to-hold/id733172276?mt=11 ONE TO KEEP (One to Hold, #2) - (Patrick & Elaine), 2014 Amazon US: http://amzn.com/B00HVFGHUO Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00HVFGHUO B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/one-to-keep-tia-louise/1118061019?ean=9781495225161 iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/one-to-keep/id795456845?mt=11 ONE TO PROTECT (One to Hold, #3) - (Derek & Melissa), 2014 Amazon US: http://amzn.com/B00JT1YE0I Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00JT1YE0I B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/one-to-protect-tia-louise/1119273806?ean=9781499113648 iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/one-to-protect/id861714960?mt=11 ONE TO LOVE (One to Hold, #4) – (Kenny & Slayde), 2014 Amazon US: http://amzn.com/B00NGPNDJG Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00NGPNDJG iBooks: http://smarturl.it/iOTL B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/one-to-love-tia-louise/1120328507?ean=9781502480781 SIGNED COPIES: http://smarturl.it/SignedPBs Giveaway About The Author Tia Louise is a former journalist, world-traveler, and collector of beautiful men (who inspire all of her stories... wink)—turned wife, mommy, and novelist. She lives in the center of the U.S.A. with her lovely family and one grumpy cat. There, she dreams up stories she hopes are engaging, hot, and sexy, and that cause readers rethink common public locations~ It’s possible she has a slight truffle addiction. Links Amazon Author Page: http://amzn.to/1jm2F2b Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorTiaLouise Website: http://www.AuthorTiaLouise.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorTLouise Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/AuthorTiaLouise Instagram: @AuthorTLouise Tsu.com: https://www.tsu.co/TiaLouise Sign up for Tia's Book News: http://eepurl.com/Lcmv1 Get Exclusive Sale and New Release text alerts straight to your device: Text "TiaLouise" to 77948* Title: One to Protect (One to Hold #3) Author: Tia Louise Release Date: April 21, 2014 Synopsis One scar. One betrayal. No escape. When Sloan Reynolds beats criminal charges, Melissa Jones stops believing her wealthy, connected ex-husband will ever pay for what he did to her. Derek Alexander canât accept thatâa tiny silver scar won't let him forget, and as a leader in the security business, he is determined to get the man who hurt his fiancée. Then the body of a former call girl turns up dead. Sheâs the breakthrough Derekâs been waiting for, the link to Sloanâs sordid past he needs. But as usual, legal paths to justice have been covered up or erased. Derekâs ready to do whatever it takes to protect his family when his partner Patrick Knight devises a plan that changes everything. Itâs a plan that involves coloring outside the lines and taking a walk on the dark side. It goes against everything on which Alexander-Knight, LLC, is based. And itâs a plan Derekâs more than ready to follow. Note: Standalone, M/F, HEA. Readers are saying.... âDerek is hot! Patrick is equally hot! Put these two hot men together and what do you get?!? Panty Dropping holy mother of god hotness! The gang is back and I couldn't be happier!â âKarrie, Panty-Dropping Book Blog âEach scene flowed into the next effortlessly⦠drama, suspense and then a scene that will have your pulse racing and your eyes dilating.ââDaphnie, Bound by Books blog â5 of 5 breathtaking stars.â âLisa, Goodreads reviewer âThe sex scenes are hot, and the story is great! The love Derek has for Melissa just pulls you in and you know he would do anything in his power to make sure she is safe, which makes him a new addition to my book boyfriend list!â âChrissy, Reading Past My Bedtime blog âI love this series. I think I enjoyed this book the most because of the suspense element.â âHelen, Kinky Book Klub Excerpt âWhat have you done?â His voice is full of warmth as he watches me from the sofa. âSince youâve been working too hardââ âExaggeration.â âSince youâve been working too hard,â I repeat, âI decided to recreate our relaxing spa vacation in the desert.â Placing the tray on the coffee table, I hand him his flute and lift mine. âTo family restrooms.â He laughs and clinks back. âTo the gorgeous woman who drives me to crazy extremes.â We sip and I crawl forward on the couch to kiss him and tell him again. âI love you.â He leans forward, placing his flute, the tray, my flute, all of it on the coffee table. Then his hands move through the open robe to pull me onto his lap in a straddle, facing him. Just that fast, his mouth is on my neck, nibbling and kissing. My eyes are closed, and Iâm powerless. âI love you more,â he says beside my ear with a deep inhale. âYou smell so good.â Threading my fingers in his hair, I kiss his temple. âI wore the red laceâ¦â A rumble of approval, and his lips touch that spot behind my ear, a light scruff against my skin, sending shivers flying down my legs. âMy favorite.â His voice is thick as I pull his cheeks, reuniting our mouths. For a moment, we make out like teenagers, hot and breathless, tongues entwining. He holds me against his bare chest, my elbows are bent, and my palms are on his cheeks. His mouth is like some rich, decadent chocolate I can never get enough of tasting. As we kiss, I feel him relax, and my hands slide behind his neck, my lips travel up to his brow. He hugs me against his torso and doesnât move. Neither do I. This big, strong man saved me twice. If comfort is what he needs, Iâm here to give it to him. Iâm here to give him anything. After a few more breaths, his arms relax. I lean back and study his face a moment. The robe has dropped around my shoulders, so Iâm basically sitting nude on his lap, but I donât care. âHungry?â I reach for the sandwich plate and hold it between us, right at our chins. âYou probably wonât think itâs as good as Central Grocery, but I think itâs delicious.â His blue eyes take me in before he bites. âMmmâ¦â is all I get. Giggling, I lean forward and take a bite myself. The tangy, savory flavor of olives and smoky provolone fills my mouth. âDelicious!â My voice is muffled. His smile glows as he watches me, his voice full of love. âHowâs the baby?â Lowering the sandwich to the plate, I turn and put it on the side table again. âI canât feel a thing, but the doctor said heâs doing great.â My last checkup was a week ago, and we both agreed unless something unusual occurred, Derek could miss the routine exams. So far everything has been by the book. âSo heâs a boy now?â I love his grin at the prospect of a little son. Shrugging, I acquiesce. âMaybe⦠itâs too soon to know.â His attention moves from my face to my abdomen. Large hands span my bare stomach before he leans forward and kisses me right below my sternum, right at the top of my belly. âI love you,â he whispers to the little bean growing there. Iâm certain my heart melts in that instant, and I catch his face again to cover it with kisses. Heâs right with me, lifting me in his arms and carrying me to the master suite. A California king-sized bed fills the space, and he spreads me out on the soft mattress, lying on his side next to me. I trail my fingers lightly over his brow, to his temple, following a line to his strong jaw. He looks at me like Iâm the most fragile thing in his bedâanother detail he knows isnât true. We donât disturb the moment, though. The truth might be that both of us are strong as iron, tough as flint, but holding each other, we know how precious it is that weâre here, together. The randomness of chance keeps us both in awe, and for that, we treasure these moments. After working so hard, our reunions are the sweetest bliss. He holds me, and I feel very needed and extremely sexy. This man is like water in the desert to me, and it isnât hard to see the feeling is mutual. âIâm sorry I interrupted dinner.â Leaning forward, he nibbles the skin at my neck, and a surge rises between my legs. âCan you wait?â My voice is thick as I answer. âI guess soâ¦â The Series
Meet The Author Tia Louise is a former journalist, world-traveler, and collector of beautiful men (who inspire all of her stories... *wink*)--turned wife, mommy, and novelist. She lives in the center of the U.S.A. with her lovely family and one grumpy cat. There, she dreams up stories she hopes are engaging, hot, and sexy, and that cause readers rethink common public locations...It's possible she has a slight truffle addiction. Books by Tia Louise: ONE TO HOLD (Derek & Melissa), 2013 ONE TO KEEP (Patrick & Elaine), 2014 Stalk The Author: Amazon Author Page: http://amzn.to/1jm2F2b On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorTiaLouise On Twitter: @AuthorTLouise Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7213961.Tia_Louise On Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/AuthorTiaLouise On Instagram: @AuthorTLouise Tour Host: The Book Nuts Author Promotions
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