SWAY by Adriana Locke: Release Blitz, Excerpt, Giveaway & Mary’s Review
Power, prestige, and plenty of women, the dapper politician’s life is pretty phenomenal. But in the midst of the biggest campaign of his life, he needs to focus. The last thing he can afford is a distraction.
As a single mother to HUXLEY, she’s rebuilding life on her terms. She’s focused on family, faith, and a future for her son that can’t be taken away. Putting her child first means not being careless, no matter what.A chance encounter forces Barrett and Alison to redefine what they really want out of life. But everything comes at a cost … and sometimes, even for love, it’s a price too steep to pay.
Excerpt
“I want a chance to win you over,” he breathes, peering at me. The way his eyes search mine make it seem like time stands still. “Will you let me try?”
He forces a swallow and the look of hesitation, the internal fight he’s having, isn’t lost on me. It’s there, right beneath the surface, and when I add my concerns to the mix, it’s enough to make me balk. Just a bit.
“I’ll think about it,” I whisper, holding on to the little strand of courage I have left.
“Say yes.”
Instead of responding, I ask, “Where’d you get that scar over your right eye?” I reach out and press gently on the raised skin. I expect him to pull back, but he doesn’t.
My hand shakes as I touch his warmed skin. His forehead is silky and smooth. I’d like to run my hands over every inch of it, feel it ripple beneath my fingertips.
The corner of his lips twitch. “Lincoln hit me in the head with a baseball.”
“Bad reflexes on your part?”
“Wicked curveball on his,” he says, his face breaking out into a full smile.
“I thought he played center field?”
“He does. But he pitched some growing up.”
We stand inches apart, my hand gently brushing down the side of his face. Although I feel like he’d stand here all night and talk to me, it’s not possible.
“I really need to get back to work,” I say, trying to unlock my eyes from his.
“Dinner? This week?”
I can barely resist the look in his eye, the one that implores me to say yes. The one that makes me believe he really does want to have dinner and spend a few hours with me.
I need to get away, put some space between us while I can.
“We ran into each other tonight,” I shrug. “If we’re supposed to see each other again, then I guess we will.” I start to turn away before I completely buckle under his gaze.
“How am I supposed to get ahold of you? I don’t have your number,” he calls after me.
Heading up the steps to the Savannah Room, I glance at him over my shoulder. “You’re the Mayor. Figure it out.”
MARY’S 5 STAR REVIEW
Love, love, loved this book! Adriana piqued my interest from the very first page of SWAY and I swear I could not put it down! This book is pure romance, sexy and sweet, yet filled with a ton of angst … and OMG the feels. Gah!!!!
Barrett Landry, ladies’ man, recently voted the most eligible bachelor and oft sought after by the women of Savannah. Not only is he hot as hell but he is confident, powerful and emanates politician. He’s also the Mayor of Savannah. Currently he is also approaching the last leg of his bid to become Governor of the State of Georgia. Wrapping the race up he finds that every little thing he does is watched under the spotlight, as well as he’s schmoozing for those last critical endorsements and dealing with mudslinging from opponents.
Alison Baker single mom of a 10 year old son, Huxley. After a failed marriage, to a man who was a Judge, who was caught up in political scandal. That scandal nearly destroyed her life when she was drawn into because of his wrong doings. After being cleared of all accusations, she and her son moved from New Mexico to Savannah for a fresh start. She works two jobs and goes to school to get a degree in journalism. With the help of her parents she and Hux seem to have adjusted well to their new surroundings.
At a Gala one evening that Alison is working she catches Barrett’s eye. There was a immediate mutual attraction between the two of them. And later that evening Barrett was further attracted to Alison when she turned him down flat for a date. It would only be a matter of time before the magnetism between them would begin to chip away Alison’s tough exterior. And how could you not love a man who is patient and caring and just so flippin sweet.
The chemistry between Barrett and Alison was indisputable! Their banter cute and the sex sizzling hot and passionate!! Hot damn if Adriana hasn’t upped the ante on the hot sex in SWAY! This is her hottest book ever and I swear you’ll never think of grapes the same again!!! ~ fanning self ~
Overall a great read and the only thing I would want more of is Barrett & Alison!!
USA Today Bestselling author Adriana Locke lives and breathes books. After years of slightly obsessive relationships with the flawed bad boys created by other authors, Adriana has created her own.
She resides in the Midwest with her husband, sons, and two dogs. She spends a large amount of time playing with her kids, drinking coffee, and cooking. You can find her outside if the weather’s nice and there’s always a piece of candy in her pocket.
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