When life gives you a second chance, how do you decide what to do?
Julianne Locke knows the pain of loss and what it can do to a soul. She has refused to let any man close…until an accident puts someone in her path who will change her life forever. Keenan is the one man she cannot seem to keep at a distance. Whether it's fate or coincidence that brings them together, Julianne cannot walk away from Keenan, who pushes all her buttons and makes her want to believe in hope once again.
Keenan Callaghan's first look at Julianne makes him forget that he's supposed to be all about business. The instant attraction and connection he feels for her leaves him unsettled. He quickly comes to the realisation that he wants to know more about the woman who not only tempts him, but makes him forget everything else but her. Julianne might be trying to keep him at arm's length, but he's a patient man. He knows the best way to weather a hurricane is to hold on and ride out the storm together…forever.
Reader Advisory: This book is best read in sequence as part of a series.
Publisher's Note: This book was previously released at another publisher. It has been revised and re-edited for release with Totally Bound Publishing.
General Release Date: 24th September 2012
Julianne Locke shrugged her shoulders, trying to ease the tension in her muscles. It didn't work. The trip that should have lasted two weeks had dragged on for over a month. It was a rarity for her company to take an event outside of Singleton but they had as a special request from one of their most frequent clients. The stressful combination of dealing with a hyperactive bride and working remotely had worn on her. Earlier today, when she'd finally got everything under control and the wedding planning on track, she had booked her flight back home to Singleton. Of course, there were flight delays too, which meant she'd got in much later than planned. She was supposed to have been in by three o'clock, which would have left enough time for her to stop in at the office and make it home at a decent hour. At least that had been the plan. Instead, night had already fallen by the time she'd left the airport.
Blowing out a breath, Julianne made the turn from Woodbury Avenue, past the sign that read 'Kindred Place', onto the road leading to Moments, the event planning company she co-owned. As usual, her breath caught at the first sight of the open stretch of two-lane road that made up the area they had named Kindred Place.
Since it was night, the recessed lighting along the area lit everything so visitors could see clearly. It created an almost surreal atmosphere.
In the middle of the two lanes, a profusion of flowers circled the beautiful trees. Periodically, there were breaks that enabled a driver to turn into one of the businesses that shared the roadway. Along her side, there were also trees and flowers, and additional driveways led to more businesses.
"One brief stop for the Gary file and then home." Julianne picked up her cell and entered her code to alert security that she was on the premises.
Replacing the cell in the drinks holder, she drummed her fingers on the wheel of her SUV. She really wanted to head home, but needed the paperwork to make sure she was ready for her meeting tomorrow.
Absently, she glanced out of the window at the various signs directing drivers as to the location of surrounding businesses. At the head of several roadways stood even more elaborate signs, showcasing the logos of several places.
Within moments she was at the last turn-off before her destination, which was over the slight incline. Although there was no sign yet to announce their business, it had already been custom ordered. Once the sign was in place, it would say 'Moments Deuce' with the address-number eight-one-seven-nine Kindred Place. Since it had been built last, the numbering would be inconsistent with the rest of the businesses. Julianne debated between continuing on or checking out the almost complete, more modern building she and her partners were having constructed.
"A quick look." Julianne made the turn.
Although the land belonged to them, getting the permits and approvals to build had taken a lot of time. Clearing the area then paving it for their needs had taken even more manoeuvring. After almost two years of getting everything worked out, the construction was almost finished. In approximately three weeks, around the beginning of May, they would be able to get in their interior decorator to put their plans in place. It should take no more than two months to get everything finished. Then they would have their staff—that had been hired specifically to handle any events for the building-set up their own offices and various other things, giving them about two weeks of intense readying.
Once complete, Moments Deuce would be a place to hold events for their clients who wanted a more modern feel to their celebrations. They already had lots of events booked, starting in mid-July. They would be cutting it close, but she expected everything would be finished in time.
Julianne noted the landscaping was coming along well. When the building came into view, she smiled. She stopped along the drive to get a feel for how it looked at a distance. Exiting her Espresso Black Nissan Armada Platinum, Julianne stretched, then brushed her hands over her burnt orange skirt and smoothed her pale orange shirt.
She reached into the vehicle to grab her cell, notebook and spring jacket, but returned that to the seat, deciding that the night was warm enough and she could go without it. Slamming the door, she turned to look at the building once again.
The large, six-floor structure looked beautiful in the night. The stone face gave it an edgy yet comfortable feel. An arched entrance spread mid-way on either side along the first floor and front of the building was made of natural stone mixed with pieces of coloured, cut glass. They'd designed the entryway so that it would be large enough for the flow of traffic in and out of the building. Although a different set-up than the main building for their company, everything in this new, spacious and modern, state-of-the-art building of Moments Deuce was made to give the same feeling of effortlessness when any event was held there.
Julianne clipped her cell to the waistband of her skirt and glanced around. They had finished up the parking areas. On each side of the building a road led to the lots, which weren't close to the main structure, yet not too far away. The parking attendants would know where to place each car based on the event the person was attending.
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First thing’s first. This IS A MUST READ! This is the kind of book that will not only tug at your heart strings, but will also have you saying, “Yep, I’ve been there!” This book will warm yo...
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If you are looking for a story full of love, laughter and loss, then Hurricane by Taige Crenshaw is the perfect pick. Julianne struggles to allow Keenan completely into her world and&...
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