"Well-written torrid romance"
In Tampa, Florida, though he hides his feelings, Michael
Romano, a partner in an architect firm, knows that he wants
the company's bookkeeper and his best bud Kyra White as his
own though he fears risking their friendship in any attempt
to romance her. Following her latest rejection from some
office loser, Michael takes Kyra to her favorite spot, a
bookstore. Tired of male rebuffs, Kyra buys Sex Kitten 101
planning to remake her image from competent numbers manager
to sexy siren. From her hair to lip gloss to clothing, Kyra radically
changes her appearance. Men, including a recent rejecter,
desire her, but one kiss makes Kyra realize that she wants
Michael. As they fall in love, Kyra quits her job because
of an embezzlement charge hanging over her head.
Additionally, Michael detests introducing his beloved to
his parents because he feels ashamed of their old country
ways. Thus, what easily should be a love of a lifetime
built on passion and friendship appears doomed. SKIN DEEP is a well-written torrid romance that reminds
this reviewer of a General Hospital sub-tale (included Carl
Anderson's song Friends and Lovers). The story line is
what readers expect from the talented writing team Tori
Carrington as the plot emanates heat from the two
delightful lead characters. Though the embezzlement is
interesting, the tension between Kyra and Michael is so hot
that the money stealing becomes a minor nuisance rather
than a strong subplot. Fans of equatorial relationships
will want to read this tale because no one turns up the
solar heat quite like this author team does. Harriet Klausner
Reviewed by Harriet Klausner
Posted July 25, 2002
SummaryAttitude is everything...
After getting publicly dumped--again!—Kyra White is
making some changes. And picking up the latest makeover
book is her first move toward a new life. Following the
step-by-step directions in 'Sex Kitten 101', Kyra sets out
to conquer the male world. And she does it...very
well. Suddenly, every guy she comes across wants to take
her to bed. Including her best friend Michael...
Isn't it?
Architect Michael Romero has lusted after his 'friend' Kyra
for years. And now that she's turned into every man's
fantasy in the flesh, he can't keep his feelings—or
his hands—to himself any longer. Not that Kyra's
complaining... Only Michael wants more than just a good time.
He needs Kyra in his life, in his bed for good. But first,
he has to convince her that this overwhelming attraction
between them isn't just skin deep...
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