On the other hand, he's fun, sweet, and smart. He stimulates her intellectually, emotionally, and Lord help her, physically, opening her eyes to life outside her comfortable world. Yet their differences quietly gnaw at Mia even while she succumbs to their undeniable chemistry. As their romance deepens, so do Mia's fears that Curt will eventually hurt her. On edge, all it takes is an innocent comment to provoke her into drawing first blood. Mia recklessly wounds Curt, learning only too late that this blade cuts both ways. Frantic to make amends, she fears it might be too late to admit the feelings she's tried so hard to suppress. Content Warning: contains sensual sex ExcerptMia pulled along the curb and put the truck into park. “Do you want to come in?” His eyes picked up the greenish glow of the dashboard lights and flickered seductively back at her. The guy didn’t make things easy. Her heart wanted to answer yes, but that’s not what her mouth was saying. “I would, Curt, I really would, but I can’t. It’s too soon.” The look she gave him begged for patience. “I’m sorry. I need more time.” “I understand.” He grew serious. “I don’t think it’ll come as a shock that I want to take you to bed, but I’m willing to wait, within reason, for you.” “Within reason?” His smile was back. “Well, you can’t expect me not to try to persuade you.” He stretched to kiss her. “I’m going to do everything in my power to change your mind. Ultimately, it’s up to you. Let me know when you’re ready, okay?” There was a battle going on inside her. She wanted to take him up on his offer now, but this was a big step for her. All told, Curt would only be the fourth man to see her naked, counting her old obstetrician. Intimacy with a new man was suddenly a pretty terrifying thought. Still, her heart raced like a hummingbird’s at the expectation in his eyes, the confidence that he was going to be her lover. If she were capable of lying to herself, she might have felt offended by his presumptions, but who was she kidding? She knew the minute she mentally undressed him she’d be an idiot not to jump at the chance to get close to the real deal. Other women would have tripped her down the stairs for the opportunity he was offering. She’d already met one. “I’ll keep you posted,” she said softly. His smile warmed. Squeezing her thigh, he gave her an intoxicating kiss that lingered on her lips after he eased back. “We’re still on for tomorrow, right?” he asked, climbing out. “Absolutely.” “Good night, Mia.” “Good night,” she told him wistfully. His glowing smile could have drawn moths if he stood still long enough, but he shut the door and strode across the grass. She put the truck into gear and pulled away, certain she was right to hold off, but miserable just the same. She had no idea how she was going to make it through tomorrow. Prize One:Prize Two:To Enter:Comment below on why you want to read Grading on Curves by Tara Mills. Have you read Tara Mills books? For extra entries share this post using the FaceBook and Twitter buttons below. Contest One
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11 Comments
Linda Moffitt
7/24/2017 02:01:57 pm
I Have not read any of Tara's Books before. It just sounds like a fun good romance. Thanks for all the giveaways
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Linda Moffitt
7/24/2017 02:02:26 pm
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Misty Cecil
7/24/2017 07:22:09 pm
New author to me! I love reading new authors books and this book sounds really interesting. Thank you.
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Lisa
7/24/2017 08:02:31 pm
I don't know this author but the book does sound good. I'd love to give it a try. Thanks for the giveaway!
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jodi marinich
7/24/2017 08:48:44 pm
I haven't read any of tara's books yet
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7/24/2017 10:21:31 pm
I've never read Tara either. It sounds like a great read!
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Melissa
7/25/2017 01:46:39 pm
The cover's cute. I like covers that are less skin and more interesting. This book sounds good but I've never heard of this author before. I'd like to give this a try. Thanks for the contest!
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Anna
7/25/2017 01:58:59 pm
I love this book. It was sweet and sassy. I'd recommend it. Thanks for the contest!
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Erryn Barratt
7/25/2017 10:59:23 pm
I haven't, but I love heroines who are on the other side of an unmentionable number.
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Sandie Buckley
7/27/2017 07:33:31 am
I haven't read this author's books yet but wow! My blog is hungry!
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Tabitha Bauman
10/16/2017 12:09:35 am
I have not read any books by this author yet but the cover is fun and the book sounds like it's right up my alley. Fingers crossed! ;~)
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