When He was Bad, by Cynthia Eden and Shelly Laurenston
Two of paranormal romance’s bestselling authors combine their extraordinary talents and set the pages on fire with an after-dark anthology featuring Alpha males so hot, so wild, and so bad, they may just be the best you’ve ever had…
Shelly Laurenston, Miss Congeniality —
It’s those damn stockings that get me every time. They have this sexy little line down the back and I can’t help but stare at her legs-constantly. And you’d think she’d be all over me like every other female in the Seattle area. I’m young, good looking, and one day I’ll be Alpha Male of my family’s Pack. But Professor Irene Conridge acts like I don’t even exist. How is that possible? Now she’s got enemies coming out of the woodwork and I have to protect her. Why? Because that’s the kind of man I am. Yes, I am that amazing. Of course, it doesn’t hurt that while I work to secure her safety, she’ll be hanging out at my house. That’s hours-days even that I’ve got Irene Conridge right where I want her.
Cynthia Eden, Wicked Ways —
I’m too dangerous for her. I know it, but I can’t get my sexy new neighbor out of my head. When I hear her scream one night, the absolute last thing I expect to see is Miranda Shaw-star of my hottest fantasies-being attacked by a vampire. Now the undead jerk is after her, and I’m the only thing standing between the beautiful lady and a killer who just won’t stop. Well, too bad for him, because that vamp has just made the worst mistake of his afterlife-he’s tangled with a shifter. And Miranda, well, she’s so busy watching out for him that she won’t see me closing in on her-not until it’s too late-and I’m about to show her just how wild I can get.
Want a chance to win it? Comment and answer the question below. I’ll draw a winner tomorrow morning. One entry per person, please.
Describe your dream vacation.
My answer: White sand beach, warm blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico, margarita in my hand and my husband at my side. Oh, and I’d be deadline free.
THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED
Honestly, just to go somewhere and not be concerned about what anything costs and be able to enjoy myself completely!
by Dina October 4th, 2008 at 6:41 amthis time of the year—the best vacation i can think of would be to go to Maine, walk along pathways in the woods, and watch the leaves change.
by JACKIE YOUNG October 4th, 2008 at 2:06 amLoved this book. Unlimited time to explore England, Wales and Scotland with a side trip to Ireland. History, culture, food and more history.
by Lindsey Ekland October 4th, 2008 at 2:44 amI would love to go on an African Safari and get a chance to see all the beautiful native animals up close ( but not too close! )in their natural environment.
by Cheryl McInnis October 4th, 2008 at 3:26 amI would love to visit France in the Spring Time, Not Paris, although i’d love to go there too, but Southern France in what is called the “Flower District” Where some of the world’s greatest perfumes are created. I’d love to walk throught the country side and just smell the flowers. Of course the great food and wine over there would be a plus also. 😀
by Valerie O. October 4th, 2008 at 3:50 amPrivate yacht, me and the captain, sailing around port to port, days at the beach, midnight strolls along the shore.
by Pam P October 4th, 2008 at 3:55 amI’d like to globe-trot and see all the great wonders of the world!
by Sue A. October 4th, 2008 at 4:00 amI would love to go on a cruise with my husband to the Caribbeans, enjoy the time spent together on white sand beaches. Finding a hidden lagoon where we could spend a romantic night having steamy sex under the stars…that would just be amazing
by Heidi October 4th, 2008 at 5:15 amFor yrs, I’ve been dreaming of a 2wk Alaskan vacation with friends. Want to fly up, visit inland via train/bus, and then cruise home. Ah, maybe next year!
by Shirley October 4th, 2008 at 5:39 amI would love to travel around Australia and visit the beautiful cities, the outback, the wonderful beaches and meet the great people. I have always wanted to take as much time as needed to visit this amazing country and still would love the experience.
by Shari C October 4th, 2008 at 5:55 ammy dream vacation would be a romantic trip around the world, spending months traveling in a nice yacht or cruise ship as we get to see all the sights. Spending time at all the wonders of the world. I would love to get to see Europe, parts of the old Soviet Union, Egypt, and any place else that is full of history.
by Dianna F October 4th, 2008 at 5:58 amdream vacation would be open ended on time, so no “oh no, it’s almost the end of my vacation feeling!” Other than that, I love places with neat things to see, historical places with castles, or beautiful mountains, don’t need to be on the mountain, just like to look at them! 😉 But definitely with the hubby. Half the fun of it is being able to share something neat with someone you love! I wouldn’t mind seeing Egypt or Mexico either, but I’m a little afraid of the culture shock!
And I could say I’d like to take a reading vacation, where all I had to do was lay around and read, but I know that would only last about an hour before I was up and ready to do something! I am short attention span girl! 😀
by shaunesay October 4th, 2008 at 6:45 amMy dream vacation would be to Scotland…I do not know what really draws me to visiting there but one day I would definitely love to go.
Right now I would take a vacation anywhere and be happy. I definitely need a little break but cannot afford it right now.
by Lori T October 4th, 2008 at 7:11 amMy dream vacation would be an all expense paid trip around the world with my sons and boyfriend. I would want to visit every continent, every state, and lots of places in between!!
by Jen October 4th, 2008 at 7:30 amGood morning Anya,
Fly into Rome tour all the old places, see Greece, cruise the Mediterranean (for Hubby who wants a cruise), then on to Australia. England, Scotland, & Ireland tour would be a very close 2nd pick.
Thank you,
by Susan Bussey October 4th, 2008 at 7:57 amSusan
hmmmm – a family vacation in Ireland I think!
by Lynn S October 4th, 2008 at 8:35 amA month-long Mediterranean cruise with a cabin ‘man’ at my beck and call.
by DonnaB October 4th, 2008 at 8:41 amI’m a homebody, so my favorite vacation is staying at home with my s.o., where there are numerous books and DVDs to chose from.
The second best? A looooooooooong trip to Europe, staying for days on end wherever we feel like it…
(a gal can dream, right? 😉 )
by azteclady October 4th, 2008 at 8:55 amI would love to take the whole family for a six week vacation in the British Isles. To stay at b & b’s through out Ireland and Scotland and take our time visiting anything and everything.
by Cathy M October 4th, 2008 at 9:39 amMy dream vacation would be a trip around the entire country. I want to visit all of our states and see the beauty and diversity of each part of our magnificent United States. Not asking for too much, huh? LOL!
Rhonda :0)
by Rhonda Barnes October 4th, 2008 at 9:40 amBeing realistic – Tahiti
by Natasha Armstrong October 4th, 2008 at 9:47 amDream – World!
My husband and I would love to just travel and see everything We love Ireland (never been, just seeing pictures) and he wants to see Russia, and I want to see Germany where I am from…
So hard!
Dream vacation… A trip to Ireland… maybe meet a handsome Irishman with a wonderful brogue! 😉
by Colleen October 4th, 2008 at 9:52 amI’d love to visit Spain, Andorra and France. See some ancient castle and spend some days on the beach…
by Eva S October 4th, 2008 at 10:23 amI would love to be on beach resort in Tahiti.
by Jane October 4th, 2008 at 11:42 amMy dream vacation is to go to Australia. I would love to go to the Sydney Opera House, visit the Outback, sun bathe on one of the beautiful beachs, and go to one of the animal parks and view the wild life.
by CrystalGB October 4th, 2008 at 12:16 pmBig bear lake, in a cabin with food to bbq. All this suring the wintertime.
by Mary Kirkland October 4th, 2008 at 12:25 pmDream vacation.. trip down under to Australia and New Zealand for an extended period of time. 🙂
by Ann M. October 4th, 2008 at 12:36 pmI think that I would like to be somewhere like Iceland having a wild adventure with my Mr. Perfect ( so I guess the first order of business is to find him)!
by MarnieColette October 4th, 2008 at 1:14 pmEASY!
Gerard Butler and I would end up in a beautiful Scottish castle – but we would be missing all of our clothes 🙂 hahaha
by becky October 4th, 2008 at 1:50 pmWhat great vacation ideas! Warm waters, great food, sunshine but not too hot and just relaxing (sleeping in!) and exploring the local area would work for me 🙂
by Allison October 4th, 2008 at 3:19 pmI perfer to stay at home and read or garden.
by Estella October 4th, 2008 at 3:24 pmDream vacation for me would either be at the wilds of Scotland, to see the highlands and just let the deep history soak into me
Or Ireland, to see the rolling verdant hills, to feel the culture and spirit natural of the place seep deep into my person.
by Raonaid October 4th, 2008 at 4:12 pmI agree with the beach and the margaritas. For company, though, I’d take along books. Asking the cabana boy for another drink is all the conversation I need.
by Stacie Mc October 4th, 2008 at 4:18 pmIn a luxury condo somewhere with my husband where we can dine out on yummy food; I’d love a large portion of my TBR transported there, too. And I’d like to be able to leave the kids at home in someone’s capable hands while we read and relax and frolic 🙂
by Fedora October 4th, 2008 at 5:31 pmMy dream vacation would be a trip around the world, spending as many months as needed to see the various wonderful sights, while traveling in a comfortably large yacht or cruise ship. And as companions, I would have my family and close friends. At various ports, I would be able to gather souvenirs and pick up new novels to read!
by Preye October 4th, 2008 at 6:10 pmdream vaca.. the beach, where else 🙂
by Candice October 4th, 2008 at 8:05 pmI’d love to go to Egypt and as it looks now that will probably always be a dream of mine! I’ve wanted to see the cat pyramids
by Darby Lohrding October 4th, 2008 at 8:10 pmever since I was very young.
Thanks!
Darby
darbyscloset (at) yahoo (dot) com
I got to take a 5 day cruise 30 years ago and if I could pick any vacation I would want to take a cruise around the world (thinking big here) – that way I could visit a lot of different countries and climates but yet still have a permanent place to stay on board (which is fantastic in itself).
by catslady October 4th, 2008 at 9:06 pmlol I read the comments after I posted and it looks like Preye and I have the same dream vacation.
by catslady October 4th, 2008 at 9:08 pmdream vacation? Sun, sand, beautiful blue water. In other words, any beach during the summertime 🙂
by Virginia Hendricks October 4th, 2008 at 9:21 pmMy dream vacation would be in the Italian countryside. Days to discover the food, the people and the architecture. Of course lots of time spent just being lazy, reading and drinking the wonderful wine.
by Jo October 4th, 2008 at 9:21 pmDream vacation? World Tour. Focus on Western Europe. 😀
by limecello October 4th, 2008 at 11:04 pm