Jacquelin Thomas - Five Star Romance

Can what happens in Vegas…

Beverly Hills’ most irresistible bachelor, hotel heir Blaze Alexander, has always upheld his reputation—until the night he marries a beautiful stranger in Vegas. But then his passionate bride vanishes, leaving Blaze with only tantalizing memories. Fast-forward two years… Blaze has finally found his runaway bride again. And this time he doesn’t intend to let her get away.

...lead to a lifetime of love?

Desperate to forget the morning she woke up beside a gorgeous mystery man, Livi Carlyle flees without a word. Now her husband—a man she barely knows—is back in her life, seducing her with a passion that leaves her breathless. When a frenzied media storm threatens to turn their secret marriage into tabloid headlines, will Livi and Blaze transform their one-night fling into a forever love?

“It’s not as if you really have anything to hide.”

Blaze looked at her.

Livi burst into laughter. “Did I really just say that?”

He chuckled. “Yeah, you did.”

Their gazes locked and both of them could see the attraction mirrored in the other’s eyes.

The smoldering flame Livi saw in his eyes startled her. She was by no means blind to his attraction.

Blaze pulled her into his arms. “Livi, there is something that I’ve wanted to do all evening.” The prolonged anticipation of kissing her had become unbearable. His mouth covered hers hungrily.

Raising his mouth from hers, Blaze gazed lovingly into her eyes.

Livi drew his face to hers in a renewed embrace. Her body ached for his touch.

He kissed her again, lingering, savoring every moment.

“What are we doing?” Blaze whispered.

Livi’s emotions whirled. Blood pounded in her brain, leaped from her heart and made her knees tremble. “This is something we both want,” she said huskily. “We can have this one night.”

JACQUELIN THOMAS

is a bestselling author of more than forty-five titles. Writing is still her passion, and she is currently at work on the next installment of the Alexander family series.

Five Star

Romance

Jacquelin Thomas

www.millsandboon.co.uk

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To my ever-wonderful husband,

who also happens to be my best friend.

I adore you and I’m so blessed to have been your wife

for twenty-two years. My life with you continues to be first-class and a five star romance!

Dear Reader,

Have you ever done something that you immediately regretted? I have, and for a brief moment I wished to have the ability to rewind the clock. In Five Star Romance, Blaze Alexander feels exactly the same way after a weekend in Las Vegas. However, he soon discovers that what happens in Vegas does not always stay in Vegas. Blaze and Livi Carlyle are made for each other, although it takes some time for them to realize that what they share is truly a five star romance.

When two people are meant to be together, not even time can keep them apart. I hope that you will experience the thrill of their unconventional reunion and cheer for them as they forge their way to happily ever after.

Thanks so much for your support!

Best,

Jacquelin

Contents

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

Chapter 8

Chapter 9

Chapter 10

Chapter 11

Chapter 12

Chapter 13

Chapter 14

Chapter 15

Chapter 16

Chapter 17

Chapter 18

Chapter 19

Chapter 20

Chapter 21

Chapter 22

Chapter 23

Chapter 24

Chapter 25

Chapter 1

Blaze Alexander clenched his jaw in annoyance. He hated moments like these. Resentfully, he stood alongside his family as they posed for pictures at the site of the future Robert DePaul Center. Despite his personal feelings, Blaze pasted on a smile. He despised being accommodating to the press. As various cameras flashed, he silently counted down to when this would end. The family had been talking with reporters for nearly an hour.

Blaze released a soft sigh as he shifted his weight from one foot to the other. He tried to disguise his irritation in front of the representatives from the various media outlets. The corner of his mouth twisted with exasperation.

“I’m glad that’s over,” he whispered to Ari as the members of the media packed up and prepared to leave. Ari was his oldest brother and the general manager of the Alexander-DePaul Hotel Group. “I don’t like posing for pictures and I can’t stand having my personal life played out for public entertainment. I don’t know why Dad insists on having the whole family present for these events.”

Ari laughed. “It doesn’t matter. If he wants us there—we do as he asks. Dad never missed any of our football or basketball games. He was there for all our school programs.”

Blaze reluctantly nodded in agreement. “He and Mom both put all of us before anything having to do with business.”

“That’s why we can’t let them down,” Ari stated.

“You’re right. Our parents have always been there for us, especially for me,” Blaze conceded. “I was the one who gave them the most grief.” He winced at the memory of his teenage years.

“Well, at least we don’t have to worry about you showing up on some reality TV show.”

Blaze shook his head. “Never in a million years. Kellen might be another story, however. He loves attention.”

“What are you two boys whispering about over here?” Sage asked as she joined them.

“Nothing important,” Blaze answered, meeting his sister’s gaze with a smile. Sage and Ari were near-perfect children growing up. His other siblings, Drayden, Zaire and Kellen had been mischievous in their youth, but never did any real harm. Despite his boyhood antics and troublemaking, Blaze was very close to his family.

“So what are we celebrating tonight?” Ari inquired. “This is why you and Ryan are hosting a dinner, right? We have something to celebrate?”

“We just wanted to have a nice dinner with the family,” Sage responded. “That’s all.”

She glanced over her shoulder, then back at Ari. “I’ll see you all tonight. Ryan and I need to get going. We have a lot to do before this evening.”

When Sage strolled away, Ari glanced at Blaze and asked, “Do you believe her?”

“She’s probably pregnant,” Blaze stated matter-of-factly. “She and Ryan have been married for a couple of months now, so I wouldn’t be surprised. I think they were planning to start a family right away. Look at her. She’s practically floating on air.”

Ari nodded in agreement.

Blaze checked his watch before walking to where his parents stood. “Hey, I have to get to a meeting, but I’ll see you later tonight.”

He wrapped his arms around his mother. “I love you.”

“I love you, too,” Barbara responded. “Thank you for coming. I know how much you hate all the attention, but it’s for a good cause.”

He smiled. “You know I’d do anything for you.”

“I’ll see you later on tonight, dear.”

Blaze turned to his dad. “I need to get going, but I’ll see you in the office.”