Title: The No Bad Boy Rule

Series: Rule #2

Author: Ashley Erin

Genre: NA Contemporary Romance

Published: November 26, 2015

Six years ago, a positive pregnancy test destroyed Ava. Her goals, her relationship, the entire way she viewed her future. 

From the rubble, a rule was created: No bad boys. 

In their wake is chaos and destruction, something she could no longer risk. 

Ava has been happy with this rule, until now.

The bad boy across the hall makes her want to abandon it. Those hazel eyes piercing her, as though they can read her mind. That gentle smile as he interacts with her son. Dax awakens something in her that she’s never felt before.

Will she regret opening her heart to another bad boy? 

Dax is determined to earn back the respect he lost for himself years ago and create a future he can be proud of. He’s spent his life breaking rules and now he has a rigid set of rules to live by. 

Ava is a distraction he doesn’t need.

Nothing like the women from his past, everything about her from her adorable son to the paint constantly covering her hands reminds him of why he needs to focus. He knows the look in her eyes, he fights the urge to give in to that look. He doesn’t deserve it, at least not yet.

Will Dax ever feel like he’s earned it, or will a call from his past cause him to push her away for good?

Rules are meant to be broken. The No Bad Boy Rule is a standalone novel. It is Book 2 in the Rule series. NA Contemporary Romance.

The No Bad Boy Rule

Bonus Scene

Copyright Property of Ashley Erin 2015

Smiling as Noah sprinkles icing sugar onto the pancakes fresh off the skillet, I set the plate onto a tray and arrange it so it looks somewhat fancy.

“Noah, why don’t you grab the present and I will carry this?” He runs to the tree and digs out the gift we have hidden at the back.

Together, we walk down the hall and push silently into the bedroom. Ava sleeps peacefully, her lips partly open and her arm flung above her head. She’s so beautiful. 

Noah looks up at me, his eyes shining with excitement, and I nod. Racing to the bed, he jumps on Ava. “Merry Christmas, Momma!”

Ava blinks sleepily, a smile lighting up her face as she sits up. She kisses Noah on the forehead, her eyes locked on mine, before seeing the tray in my hands. “Oh wow. I’m so spoiled.”

“Open our present first.” Noah thrusts the gift bag onto her lap, bouncing in place as she pulls out the tissue paper. I set the tray down on her nightstand and move to sit beside her, pulling Noah onto my lap.

Ava pulls out the canvas Noah and I made for her. Noah painted the background a mixture of greens, blues and purples, all swirling together. He’s inherited his mom’s artistic talent. Together we glued a photo of the three of us and then added some paper flowers I found at a craft store.

“This is beautiful. You made it?” Her fingers run softly over the textures, eyes locked on the photo. It’s from one of our summer drives, we found this amazing waterfall just off the highway and a tourist was nice enough to take our photo.

“We fell down the rabbit hole that is Pinterest.” Grinning as she stares at the painting, every painful moment spent on that site is worth the look in her eyes. Ava sets it aside, curling into me. 

“This is the best gift I could have gotten. Thank you.” She tilts her chin up, her lips begging for mine. Kissing her gently, I wrap my arms around my family.

“You should have heard Dad cursing. Aunty Andie yelled at him.” Noah rats me out, laughing when I tickle him.

“Shh. You’re going to get me in trouble.” Laughing, I wink at Ava as she pretends to glare at me.

Handing Ava her breakfast, I watch her and Noah joke around. This is my gift, being with the two most important people in my life, my family. I couldn’t ask for more.

Ashley has a degree in Psychology and has worked in the Human Services field for five years. She loves reading romance, new adult, paranormal and fantasy novels.  She lives in Spruce Grove, Alberta with her boyfriend, two dogs and four cats. She also has a horse she loves with all her heart. When she is not working with the horses, reading and writing, you can find her on social media.

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Series Dirty Little Lunches Books 1-5

Novels: Backstage, Caviar & Cuffs, Burgers & Bondage, Credit Card Declined, and Express Delivery

Author: Cassandre Dayne

Genre: Adult Erotic Romance Novellas

What’s on your menu for lunch today? A wicked tryst perhaps? Christopher Dark doesn’t mind being the hottest ticket on the alternative rock circuit, but the fans are driving him nuts. Continually signing glossies and having photo after photo taken of him in his garish attire is growing old. There has to be a better way of giving back to the community while pushing his career into the stratosphere. Sales are low and his livelihood is on the chopping block. Suddenly a rather creative thought comes to him after a provocative conversation and a competition is born. Now if only he can coerce his manager into agreeing. Renowned Chef Dusty Weathers isn’t the kind of man to follow any rock star, but there is something about one particular heavy metal band that speaks to his deep and very dark needs. The lead singer is every man’s fantasy. Still, he’s sworn off relationships after a horrific betrayal, one leaving him questioning more than just love. When a very interesting contest is announced over the airwaves, he’s intrigued by the idea. Encouraged by his overzealous staff, he researches every aspect about the intriguing man and designs a rather sinful banquet for the star. Is this a dirty little lunch in the making or something else entirely?

Shila Miller is always hungry, for her sexy boss that is. There’s something about Devon Thompson’s long, dark hair and steel blue eyes that simply drives her into madness. Sadly, touching isn’t allowed on the menu at Thompson, Tyler and Poole – the poshest advertising firm in all of Atlanta. Then again, how could he love a frumpy girl like herself? But oh she can fantasize... Tasked with developing a sizzling catering event for a select few clients, she designs not only what she believes is the perfect menu, but one that will also entice her divorcee boss. If only he notices her. Devon is a ladies man and while he knows it, he’s tired of sitting on the hot seat. The woman he craves doesn’t seem to notice his directness. Or care. Shila is all woman and the most accomplished assistant he’s ever worked with. He simply has to have her and the one chance he might have will involve a dirty little lunch in the making. In truth, he has to question his rather sinful motives and whether she’ll consider becoming more than just his employee. After all, he wants to own more than just her heart. He requires her complete submission.

What’s on your menu for lunch today? A wicked tryst perhaps? Birthday boy Montana Devereau should be celebrating turning thirty. Instead, he’s buried behind a mountain of work, planning on skipping lunch in order to get home early. Unfortunately, there’ll be no one waiting for his arrival. When fellow employee and all around bad boy, Brad Swimmer, asks Montana to lunch with the guys, he’s intrigued. After all, he’s had a crush on the golden haired God for years, but the rough-hewn hunk has never given him the time of day. Saying yes, Montana settles his thoughts on a simple burger and a beer. Too bad the guys have kinkier thoughts in mind. When they take him to an unassuming brownstone smack in the middle of town, Montana surmises something’s up. With a name like Burgers & Bondage, their lunch suddenly becomes more of an adventure. In truth, submitting to a man is Montana’s darkest fantasy. Is this a dirty little lunch in the making?

What’s on your menu for lunch today? A wicked tryst perhaps? Natasha Spencer hungers for her boss, RT Brace, but the hunk doesn’t know she exists. Then again few at his advertising firm have ever learned anything about the mysterious and very wealthy man. During one luncheon adventure with a friend, she’s coerced into picking out a few naughty pieces at Victoria’s Secret - lingerie designed for seduction. A brazen hussy she isn’t, but a dazzling corset and matching thong is just what she needs to fuel her fantasies. After their adventure, they enjoy a late lunch and prepare to return to work. When Natasha pulls out her credit card to pay the bill, she’s shocked – it’s not only declined but also reported stolen. To her horror, the restaurant manager calls the police. As she’s led away in handcuffs and directly to a waiting limousine she realizes she’d been duped. When the man of her dreams opens the door, offering a tasty way of paying off her debt, there’s no way she can refuse. Eyeing the chocolate-laced restaurant manager as a passenger, Natasha shivers. A dirty little lunch is in the making.

What’s on your menu for lunch today? Randi Reynolds is in the mood for something hot and sweet for lunch. Her craving is in the form of one scintillating man she’s been pining over. Months of ordering delivery, where Tomas Garcia works, only garners Randi a casual hello. It’s time to kick up the heat. On a sultry afternoon, Randi enlists the help of her best friend and together she and Tanya allow Tomas to see just how close they truly are. Intrigued, when she orders take out the next day, he arrives a different man--ready for an adventure. A dirty little lunchtime ménage is the perfect addition to the menu.

Cassandre Dayne is the award winning, best selling author of over one hundred and seventy books She is also a blog talk radio host of ‘The Edge’, highlighting authors, publishers and other artists who take their creative pieces to a raw and unconventional precipice. Her works as Cassandre have delved into various aspects of BDSM, D/s, edge play, domestic discipline, LGBT, poems and dark thrillers in books as well as her widely read blog. She also has a love of all things terrifying and pens horror and paranormal pieces. Cassandre is an advocate for education and continued understanding of a true D/s lifestyle, one widely mistaken as a form of abuse. With her co-author, Christian Jensen, she’s written several books that are considered edgy and terrifying. The books will be publisher by Booktrope under the Edge Imprint. She won second place for the paranormal ménage of the year for Bad Things from the Paranormal Romance Guild as well as Honorable Mention with RWA Passionate Ink for Treats in a Plain Brown Wrapper. She’s also received several other awards throughout her career. She is the Managing Director for the Entice and Edge Imprints for Booktrope. She’s a proud member of: The International Thriller Writers The Australian Romance Readers Association EPIC

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