Kimberly Meter - The Flyboy's Temptation

Risky business...

A redhead with long legs, creamy kissable skin and a big fat wad of cash? That’s the kind of trouble former Air Force pilot J. T. Carmichael can’t resist. With his charter flight business on the verge of bankruptcy, J.T. can’t afford to say no to the money or the uniquely sexy woman who needs to get to South America immediately. Until the bullets start flying...

When his plane goes down somewhere in the Mexican jungle, J.T. realizes two things: (1) he might not make it out alive, and (2) he wants Hope Larsen something fierce. Stranded and fighting for their lives, neither Hope nor J.T. can avoid the inevitable rush of pure, heated lust. Now this flyboy isn’t just flying in the face of danger...he’s sleeping with her.

“Sometimes you just have to go with the moment...”

“Shared intense experiences can create a false sense of attraction that is often misconstrued as something deeper,” Hope said, lifting her chin.

“Interesting,” J.T. said. “Care to put your theory to the test?”

“W-what do you mean?” she stammered, her eyes widening as he walked slowly toward her. “And it’s not a theory. It’s a proven scientific fact.”

“So prove it,” he said in a low tone, stalking her like a jungle cat. He backed her against the wall, trapping her within the space of his arms. She looked adorably perplexed and uncertain as to how to handle their close proximity.

He knew he ought to knock it off, and, in truth, he’d started this just to mess with her. But now that he was in her space, he was just as affected.

“We agreed to keep things professional,” she reminded him in a breathy voice.

“I don’t remember making that deal,” he said, leaning in...

Dear Reader Dear Reader Title Page About the Author 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Epilogue Extract Copyright ,

I’ve always wanted to write a story with a plane crash in a jungle. I don’t know why this appeals to me so much, but I adore stories featuring this plot element. So when I struck upon an idea that involved this very thing, I was beyond excited.

What I didn’t take into consideration was the immense amount of research I would have to do, seeing as I know next to nothing about the Amazon jungle aside from it is very dense and there are a million ways to die a grisly death.

All I can say is thank goodness for Google Earth.

However, it was a fun challenge to craft a fun, sexy and wild ride through the Amazon with two complete polar opposites for love interests.

I hope you laugh, bite your nails and blush when you read this story!

Enjoy.

Kim

Hearing from readers is a special joy. You can find me in the following places:

Website: kimberlyvanmeter.com

Facebook: Facebook.com/kim.vanmeter.37

Email: alexandria2772@hotmail.com

Snail mail: PO BOX 2210, Oakdale, CA 95361

www.millsandboon.co.uk

KIMBERLY VAN METER wrote her first book at sixteen and finally achieved publication in December 2006. She writes for the Harlequin Superromance, Blaze and Romantic Suspense lines. She and her husband of seventeen years have three children, three cats and always a houseful of friends, family and fun.

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Back Cover Text Risky business... A redhead with long legs, creamy kissable skin and a big fat wad of cash? That’s the kind of trouble former Air Force pilot J. T. Carmichael can’t resist. With his charter flight business on the verge of bankruptcy, J.T. can’t afford to say no to the money or the uniquely sexy woman who needs to get to South America immediately. Until the bullets start flying... When his plane goes down somewhere in the Mexican jungle, J.T. realizes two things: (1) he might not make it out alive, and (2) he wants Hope Larsen something fierce. Stranded and fighting for their lives, neither Hope nor J.T. can avoid the inevitable rush of pure, heated lust. Now this flyboy isn’t just flying in the face of danger...he’s sleeping with her.

Introduction “Sometimes you just have to go with the moment...” “Shared intense experiences can create a false sense of attraction that is often misconstrued as something deeper,” Hope said, lifting her chin. “Interesting,” J.T. said. “Care to put your theory to the test?” “W-what do you mean?” she stammered, her eyes widening as he walked slowly toward her. “And it’s not a theory. It’s a proven scientific fact.” “So prove it,” he said in a low tone, stalking her like a jungle cat. He backed her against the wall, trapping her within the space of his arms. She looked adorably perplexed and uncertain as to how to handle their close proximity. He knew he ought to knock it off, and, in truth, he’d started this just to mess with her. But now that he was in her space, he was just as affected. “We agreed to keep things professional,” she reminded him in a breathy voice. “I don’t remember making that deal,” he said, leaning in...

Dear Reader Dear Reader Dear Reader Title Page About the Author 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Epilogue Extract Copyright , I’ve always wanted to write a story with a plane crash in a jungle. I don’t know why this appeals to me so much, but I adore stories featuring this plot element. So when I struck upon an idea that involved this very thing, I was beyond excited. What I didn’t take into consideration was the immense amount of research I would have to do, seeing as I know next to nothing about the Amazon jungle aside from it is very dense and there are a million ways to die a grisly death. All I can say is thank goodness for Google Earth. However, it was a fun challenge to craft a fun, sexy and wild ride through the Amazon with two complete polar opposites for love interests. I hope you laugh, bite your nails and blush when you read this story! Enjoy. Kim Hearing from readers is a special joy. You can find me in the following places: Website: kimberlyvanmeter.com Facebook: Facebook.com/kim.vanmeter.37 Email: alexandria2772@hotmail.com Snail mail: PO BOX 2210, Oakdale, CA 95361

Title Page The Flyboy’s Temptation Kimberly Van Meter www.millsandboon.co.uk

About the Author KIMBERLY VAN METER wrote her first book at sixteen and finally achieved publication in December 2006. She writes for the Harlequin Superromance, Blaze and Romantic Suspense lines. She and her husband of seventeen years have three children, three cats and always a houseful of friends, family and fun.

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“HELLO? UM, HELLO? Is there anyone here?”

James “J. T.” Carmichael banged his head against the frame of his Beechcraft turboprop charter plane and swore a blue streak as he rubbed his dome.

“Who’s asking?” he said, squinting against the blazing Southern California sun as his hangover made the pain of bumping his head that much worse. “If you’re a creditor, then I ain’t here.”

A leggy redhead wearing a pencil skirt and spindly heels peered at him through dark-rimmed glasses. “Not a creditor...Mr....”

J.T. straightened and wiped his hands on a dirty rag from his pocket, giving her the once-over just as openly.