The Joining — Sandra Ross

From the Publisher that brought you popular short story series Hostile Hearts, Earthbound Angels, The January Morrison Files Psychic Series, Ralph's Gift, Children of Time, Chains of Darkness, Tropical Storms and Friend Zone. She never knew a man such as he would come into her life. INNOCENCE BETRAYEDIllianna, a sweet, naive waitress, is wooed by the dashing but mysterious Nickolas. What could a wealthy and handsome man like Nicholas possibly want with a simple girllike Illianna? Ignorant of all the warning signs, Illianna allows herself to be taken in by Nickolas. Once in his castle, she feels as though she is lost in a fairytale despite the questionstugging at her heart. Who is Nickolas and what could he possibly want with her?Nickolas is the epitome of a passionate lover in and out of bed, yet the truth begins tounravel as scars from his dark past come to light. His violent outburst only confirms thefears gnawing away at Illianna's soul. Nickolas is dangerous. Should she leave?The walls Nickolas has built around himself start to crumble as his secrets endanger the veryone he is trying to protect. What would he do if she ever discovers his dark past? Whatwould his innocent and lovely Illianna do if she discovers that Nickolas's true identity isthat of Nick Di Angelo, a man she despises. Can she ever fall in love with a murderer who hasbetrayed her? When Illianna is taken by enemies of Nickolas, he gets the chance to redeem himself by savingher. But will she let him? Will her hostile heart ever soften?If you wish to read more, download and find out what happens! READER ADVISORY: This story contains contents that some reader may find objectionable, including sex and erotic themes. FREE BONUS SURPRISE EBOOK FOR YOU AT THE END OF THE BOOK! EXCERPT"I'm sorry I caused you trouble. That was not my intention. My name is Nickolas Benson, and I am a businessman.