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Tattooed Emotions Synopsis:
Raelyn Jennings has survived the unthinkable. She’s been given a second chance to live, to breathe, to feel. Her ability to overcome such a traumatic hurdle has created armor around her heart. But beyond her shield is fear, a consuming deep one, of the unknown. Raelyn vows to herself that she’ll solely focus on the one constant in her life, her career as the CEO for a prestigious accounting firm.
Damien Heathman’s unrelenting determination has made him a powerful, respected man. He’s sexy and confident and utterly breathtaking. His dominance and strength is evident in every purposeful stride, every meaningful look, and every soft caress.
Raelyn has worked with Damien’s company, Heathman Enterprises, for many years, but they’ve never crossed paths—until now.
Damien’s presence fills a room. He steals Raelyn’s breath and sparks her broken heart back to life. Once Damien sets eyes on Raelyn, there is no turning back. He wants her, and he’ll stop at nothing to have her. Not even the dark secrets hidden behind his tattoos will stand in his way.
The chemistry is undeniable. The passion is palpable.
Can Damien convince Raelyn that he is worth the risk? Or will Raelyn allow her past to control her future, feeling the chance of another heartache is too great to bear?
Excerpt:
My lips seemed to gravitate toward Damien’s mouth to kiss him, and when they finally touched his, butterflies leaped in my belly. He returned my embrace, tenderly kissing me, until my lungs were starved for oxygen.
His lips trailed kisses down my neck to the hollow of my throat. He continued to descend, nudging my pink tank top out of the way, until he could press his face into the valley of my breasts. I found myself utterly content with Damien surrounding me and showering me with affection.
My eyes briefly fluttered closed on a smile as my hands found his hair. I twirled a few strands around my index finger as my mind began to drift, so I asked, “Do you come out here often?”
“Yes.” He nodded against my boobs, making me giggle. “Something about the ocean helps me unwind and regroup, especially after a long and stressful week at work,” he stated before going back to running his lips across the swell of my breasts.
“Do you have many of those?” I imagined his hefty responsibilities made for countless worries.
“More than I can count,” he admitted solemnly. “Now, where was I?” His tone flipped on a dime, instantly sounding playful. “Oh, yes. I was thinking that you were wearing entirely too many clothes for being on a boat at sea.”
I wanted to tell him that I reciprocated his sentiment, but I thought better of it. This shirt barrier was going to be difficult. I wanted to see him, too.
He began making work of my tank top and shorts. I helped him by lifting a limb here and there as he removed them from my body. I was grateful that I’d worn my swimsuit underneath my clothing, which happened to be his favorite color—black.
“There.” He sat back and grinned triumphantly, admiring his handiwork. “Much better. Now, you’re ready to go tubing.”
I had noticed a tube strapped to the other bench of the boat, but I hadn’t realized we would be using it. “We’re going tubing?” I asked nervously. I’d never done it before.
“The water is pretty calm, so I thought it would be a perfect day for it.” He inquisitively eyed me. “You’ve never tubed before, have you?”
“No.” I was growing more anxious by the second. My upper body strength was little to none.
“Don’t be nervous.” The corner of his mouth curved up into a smile. “It’s easy.”
“Maybe easy for you,” I scoffed good-naturedly. “But I give myself sixty seconds tops before I go flying out of the tube and skipping across the water like a pebble.”
Damien threw his head back and laughed hard, his chest vibrating. Vibrant sparkling eyes landed back on mine. “You’ll be fine.”
He leaned down and planted a kiss on my lips. “Don’t fret. I’ll jump in and save you if I must.”
“If you must?” I gaped at him, completely appalled, as I shoved at his chest. “Then, if you fly off when I’m driving, don’t expect me to stop!”
He feigned shock. “You wouldn’t just leave me at sea.”
“Oh, I would.” I bit back my amusement and continued to yank his chain. “And I’ll make sure I wave good-bye as I keep going and leave you for the sharks!”
“Now, you’re just being mean. Get up, so I can toss you overboard.” Damien stood to his feet, taking me with him. He effortlessly threw me over his shoulder and carried me over to the end of the boat.
“No, you can’t do that!” I screamed as I grabbed at his midsection, giggling uncontrollably. My cheeks were beginning to ache.
“Then, say that you’d come back for me.”“I wouldn’t.” I knew I was pushing it, but I didn’t care. I was having fun.
“You would, or I’d be super fucking pissed,” he spoke each word slowly.
My mind got stuck on one word. “Super?” I taunted as all the blood rushed to my face. I was grinning like an idiot.
His palm connected with my backside, making me yelp. “Yes. Super. Now, I want you to say you’d come back for me.” His tone was domineering and sexy.
“Oh, fine,” I caved.
“Say the words, Raelyn.” His hand glided over my ass as a clear warning sign.
“Okay, okay! I’d come back for you!” I shouted. God, he is so bossy. It made me all hot and bothered.
“Good,” he stated simply. “Can you swim?” he asked out of the blue.
“Yes, but—”
I didn’t get to finish speaking because Damien extended his arms, and I instantly found myself sailing through the air on a loud scream. I hit the water with a big splash. I kicked my legs and pulled at the water until I came up sputtering.
“You son of a—” I broke off when Damien leaped off the boat, grabbed his knees midair, and landed right next to me, sending a rush of water right in my face.
I pushed my wild hair out of my eyes and gave Damien my utmost lethal stare when he surfaced. “I’m so letting your ass drown if I get the chance!”
He grinned boyishly at me. It was a rare, beautiful sight to behold. I was a complete sucker and fell for it.
“You’re too sweet to be mad at me.” Damien swam the short distance between us and pulled me into his arms. “Now, get over here and kiss me,” he demanded before seizing my mouth.
Alicia Rae Bio:
Alicia Rae is a Contemporary Romance Author who lives in Dekalb, Illinois, with her husband and three beautiful boys. Alicia has a passion for reading all types of romance, writing to bring a story to life, and photography.
Thank you to my dear sister, Kels, who showed me a few years ago how much I truly missed reading. And to my loving husband, for not throwing away my Nook, and planting the seed of writing in my mind. I am forever grateful. Xo
Readers, words cannot thank you enough for supporting me along this incredible journey. I hope you enjoy my novels as much as I do writing them. I thank each and every one of you.
Believe in yourself and follow your dreams…
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