Photo Finish — Mardi Ballou

Photo Finish: Teach Him Tonight, Book #1
a contemporary romance short story
by Mardi Ballou

Short story Photo Finish is the first book in Mardi Ballou's Teach Him Tonight series. In these contemporary romances, a determined woman provides an essential lesson in love to a deserving guy.

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Ambitious attorney Cassandra Harrell is primed to battle her hot, hunky opposing counsel Alex DeLuca -- a.k.a. Alexander the Great -- in the courtroom. Though she fantasizes about getting him into her bedroom, she's determined to avoid this bad boy distraction and focus on her career.

Alex spots the author photo on the back cover of a steamy romance and recognizes Cassandra. Who knew the desirable but icy lawyer had such a fascinating sensuous side? When he teases her about the book at a deposition, she furiously denies any connection.

Her sister wrote the book and, for a prank, used Cassandra's photo. Outraged at Alex for embarrassing her in front of clients, Cassandra plots a revenge lesson. This teacher comes out on top until her student raises the stakes -- and the heat.
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From reviews for Photo Finish: Teach Him Tonight Book #1

5 STARS: Photo Finish is a wonderful short contemporary story that will grab you from the first page. Alex and Cassandra are both exciting characters and when they make love it is sizzling HOT! This story truly raised my temperature a couple of degrees as I was reading. Treat yourself! Run out and buy this fabulous book. I know you will enjoy it as much as I did.
-- Just Erotic Romance Reviews

5 ANGELS: At times both humorous and serious, I found Photo Finish to be a wonderful introduction to the writing of Mardi Ballou... Looking for an enjoyable, entertaining and quick read? Don't go past Photo Finish. I guarantee you won't regret it.
-- Fallen Angel Reviews

A short but sizzling story, Photo Finish packs quite a punch in just a few pages... There are depths to these two people that the author explores very well... The sex scenes are red-hot, erotic, and romantic. It's amazing what you can do with a bit of imagination and a pair of handcuffs... Mardi Ballou writes a quickie that's extremely satisfying. Photo Finish will have readers salivating, sweating, and ready for a little playtime.
-- Romance Reviews Today

... a splendidly developed story... Cassie and Alex have a spark that is tangible right from the start. Their fire is evident in their dialogue as well as in the bedroom. It is well written and injected with just the right amount of emotion. There is also a secondary storyline that is included. It deals with the all too serious issue of sexual harassment and how it should be handled. Ms. Ballou includes everything in this quick, sexy read.
-- The Road to Romance

4 BLUE RIBBONS: Photo Finish will have you turning pages right up to the end and then wishing there was more! Mardi Ballou is a wonderful storyteller. The characters are well described; you feel as if you really know them…. I highly recommend it…. Photo Finish is a perfect addition to your collection.
-- Romance Junkies

... very enjoyable book. ...extremely likeable characters. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a quick romance with plenty of steamy sex.
-- Sensual Romance Reviews

4 HEARTS: The chemistry between Alex and Cassandra is explosive, but also kind of sweet. Mardi Ballou has done a remarkable job in creating a short story that left me feeling completely satisfied.
-- The Romance Studio