Title: The Deception Duet
Series: Deception Duet #1-2
Author: T.K. Leigh
Genre: Romantic Suspense/Thriller
Release Date: November 23, 2015
Blurb
He’s trying to protect his heart…
She’s a shell of the girl she once was…
Can he chase away the demons threatening to destroy her?
Mackenzie Delano craves control. After tragedy strikes during her freshman year of college, she compensates for the helplessness she felt by micro-managing every aspect of her life, from her business life to her social life…to her love life. But she wasn’t expecting to cross paths with a mysterious man who seems to invade her every thought.
Tyler Burnham has been living his life with one rule in mind…never fall in love. Focusing solely on his career, he is able to remain a detached observer of life… Until a case is dropped in his lap, forcing him to form an intimate relationship with a sharp-tongued woman in order to obtain the location of a man deemed an enemy of the State.
When Tyler finds himself falling for Mackenzie, will he be able push his feelings aside and recover the information he needs? Or will he put the mission and their lives at risk to follow his heart?
Mackenzie Delano craves control. After tragedy strikes during her freshman year of college, she compensates for the helplessness she felt by micro-managing every aspect of her life, from her business life to her social life…to her love life. But she wasn’t expecting to cross paths with a mysterious man who seems to invade her every thought.
Tyler Burnham has been living his life with one rule in mind…never fall in love. Focusing solely on his career, he is able to remain a detached observer of life… Until a case is dropped in his lap, forcing him to form an intimate relationship with a sharp-tongued woman in order to obtain the location of a man deemed an enemy of the State.
When Tyler finds himself falling for Mackenzie, will he be able push his feelings aside and recover the information he needs? Or will he put the mission and their lives at risk to follow his heart?
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Excerpt
“Dance with me, Mackenzie,” he said, holding my hand in his, sensually placing the other just below my hip bone.
“What are you−”
“Shhh…,” he admonished, expertly leading me in our dance, the band playing Cole Porter’s Every Time We Say Goodbye. “Just enjoy it and don’t think.”
I simply nodded, turning my head to scan the restaurant.
“Mackenzie, eyes on me. I need to know you’re with me.”
I snapped my eyes back to his, my mouth slightly agape as my heart pounded in my chest. He was warm and spellbinding. The way he held me in his arms comforted me and made me feel as if they were made to hold me.
“Are you with me?” he asked, raising his eyebrows.
“Yes,” I said, my voice soft.
He leaned toward me and the bit of stubble on his chin brushed my skin. “Yes what?” he whispered.
“I’m with you.”
The corners of his lips turned up slightly and there was a spark about him that wasn’t present yesterday. “I like the sound of that, Miss Delano.”
He pulled me closer and I tilted my head to peer into his striking eyes, needing the connection I felt at that moment. It was unlike anything I had ever experienced, all because of a well-placed hand, a sinfully sexy voice, eyes that made me want to melt, and arms that felt like home.
“Who would have thought that the Mackenzie whose lips I couldn’t stop seeing in my dreams last night would turn out to be Mackenzie Delano, proprietor of South Padre’s hottest new spot?”
“How did−”
“Shhh,” he said once more. “You think too much. Just enjoy the moment because it’s over once the band plays the final note to this melody.”
I snapped my mouth shut, a strange awareness of loss washing over me at the prospect of this complete stranger walking away from me once the song came to an end, wondering if I would ever see him again.
“You’re a lovely dancer, Miss Delano,” he commented.
“Thank you,” I answered, unsure of whether to say anything further. He seemed to be in complete control of the dance, of his words…and of mine. And, for the first time, I was okay with someone else calling the shots.
“You have a dancer’s body. I’m confident you’ve bewitched quite a few men with the way you can seamlessly navigate the dance floor.” He leaned toward me and whispered, “I must confess… You’ve bewitched me.”
His voice was sweet as it crooned in my ear, and I was left a silent, blubbering mute, the sincerity in his declaration sparking a renewed sense of longing I had ignored for years. My breathing grew ragged, and I was unable to formulate any response. I simply lost myself in the moment of our dance, wanting his sensual words to ring in the recesses of my mind for all eternity. I wished I could have recorded his voice murmuring those endearing words to me so I could replay them over and over again when I needed to feel something I didn’t think I would ever feel again.
He molded my frame to his, our bodies swaying to the classic tune, and began to sing along with the band. I imagined he was singing to me, and me alone. His voice was deep and guttural, but sweet as he leaned toward my neck and crooned the last verse into my ear. I closed my eyes, losing myself in his warmth, his voice, his everything.
All too soon, the final note rang out, silence encompassing the room, but we continued to sway to the music in our heads, our rhythm perfectly in tune to each other. A loud drum kick echoed, startling me, and I opened my eyes, almost expecting it all to be a dream. But it wasn’t, and I was met with my mysterious stranger’s strong face. Time stood still as we simply stared at each other, neither one of us moving. I licked my dry lips, nerves causing my breathing to grow more intense and labored.
He grabbed my hand and brought it to his soft lips, placing a kiss on it. The contact caused a rush of adrenaline to run through me. Before I could ask his name, he was gone, leaving me stunned and alone once more.
Our Review
Reviewed by Joelle
Chasing The Dragon:
Tyler and Mackenzie's first meeting is electrifying on both ends. They both feel the current between them. It's like a live wire, a spark, that can't be ignored. Once the spark has been ignited, neither can stay away from the other. Their romance is all consuming, both needing the other like air to breathe. Tyler is quite the romantic. There were so many parts in Chasing The Dragon were you just swoon. His words to Mackenzie are perfect and beautiful. He's everything she needs. She's everything he needs. Both are like two puzzle pieces that fit so perfectly. It's like the pieces have been lost for so long and now they're finally found, they're home, right where they belong. The puzzle is finished and it's the most spellbinding, breathtaking piece. Just like the love the two of them share.
Chasing The Dragon will pull you in from page one. You'll be met with romance, secrets, lies, and deception. A roller coaster of suspense. Every character you meet will have you questioning if you should trust that person or not. T.k. Leigh did not disappoint. Her writing was flawless and the storyline gripping. Yes, there is a cliffhanger. After all, this is The Deception Duet. I cannot wait for Slaying The Dragon, the continuation and ending of this insanely awesome duet. Bravo, T.k, You've hit yet another home run!
Slaying The Dragon:
This was my most anticipated read, I couldn't wait until October. Imagine the high pitched squeals when I opened my kindle to see a gorgeous ARC of Slaying The Dragon ready and waiting for me to read!! I devoured this book. Chasing The Dragon, book 1 in the Deception Duet, left us with such a huge cliff hanger, you have no choice but to dive into Slaying head first and hope for the best. Slaying The Dragon did not disappoint. It was a wild, thrill ride from start to finish. Just when you think you've caught your breath, gotten your heartbeat under control, T.k. throws in another curve ball making you yell "what the hell just happened?" Forget one more chapter, it's more like, "I need to finish this book." Trust me, you won't want to stop until you find out who the dragon is. Ms. Leigh upped the steam factor in this book. Tyler will have you fanning yourself and you may be on #TeamTyler from now on.
Slaying The Dragon was a fast paced, intense, sexy read. Once you start reading, you won't be able to stop. Bravo T.K, you left me breathless,speechless, and in awe of your work. I highly recommend this duet, you won't be disappointed!
Author Bio
T.K. Leigh, otherwise known as Tracy Leigh Kellam, is the USA Today Best Selling author of the Beautiful Mess series. Originally from New England, she now resides in sunny Southern California with her husband, dog and three cats, all of which she has rescued (including the husband). When she’s not planted in front of her computer, writing away, she can be found running and training for her next marathon (of which she has run over fifteen fulls and far too many halfs to recall). Unlike Olivia, the main character in her Beautiful Mess series, she has yet to qualify for the Boston Marathon.
T.K. Leigh is represented by Jane Dystel of Dystel & Goderich Literary Management. All publishing inquiries, including audio, foreign, and film rights, should be directed to her.
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