The Wilde Touch

Book two in the Touch Series

By Stoni Alexander

Looks can be deceiving…

​Emmy-winning journalist Alexandra Reed returns to the DC area with two goals in mind—care for her ailing mom and steer clear of devastatingly handsome Crockett Wilde. But the man who stole her heart, then broke it, is impossible to avoid. As her life spins out of control, she finds pleasure in her secret escape—a sex-play club. And that’s where things really heat up…

Tech CEO Crockett Wilde is at the top of his game, but beneath his calm surface lies a raging volcano. When he finds the monster who abducted his sister, he’ll unleash a decade of pain. The one person who can subdue his demons—beautiful, headstrong Alexandra—wants nothing to do with him. Yet, he’s determined to set the record straight and not let the love of his life get away.

As Alexandra follows a trail of suspicious incidents at the kink club, Crockett seizes the opportunity to prove he’s not the bad guy she believes him to be. Together they unmask an underworld of evil. But their lives change in unimaginable ways the moment she goes missing.

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Excerpt

As Colton set the champagne on the island, Crockett said hello to the kitchen staff. Movement on the screened porch caught his eye. Alexandra and Colton’s fiancée rose from the sofa and hugged. Though the women had been sitting in the dark, he recognized Alex right away.

And he couldn’t look away.

“How long has it been since you’ve seen Alexandra?” Colton asked.

“Eleven years. She’d just graduated high school.”

The two women scooted inside. “Too cold.” Brigit’s teeth chattered and Colton pulled her close.

Crockett had liked Brigit immediately. Petite, blonde and crazy smart, she was Colton’s equal in every way that mattered. But more than that, she made him happy.

Alexandra’s eyes grew wide. “Crockett.” Her blue lips quivered.

Blood pounded through his veins. She’s gorgeous. Large, caramel eyes blinked up at him. Dark brown hair flowed over her bare shoulders. Her elegant red holiday dress showed off her womanly curves, but her breathtaking beauty captured his heart.

“Hello, Goth Girl.” As they stared into each other’s eyes, he felt like he’d come home. And eleven long years compressed into mere minutes. He remembered how her eyes sparkled when she smiled at him, or that her sweet kisses could soothe his karate injuries. And how she’d undo him with her passion.

He smiled. Her gaze slid from his eyes to his mouth, then back into his eyes. The corners of her lips lifted. Then, a flash of anger shadowed her pretty face.

She flicked her head and squared her shoulders. Alexandra Mitus in defense mode. His heart tightened. That rigid posture had been his last image of her. Goddammit. She’s still pissed at me.

“Thanks for talking, Brigit,” she said, her attention still fastened on Crockett. “Excuse me, I’m going to check on Mom.” She walked away. Before vanishing around the corner, she glanced back at him.

He grinned. Not that pissed.

***

Safely out of view, Alexandra heaved in a shaky breath while trying to appear nonchalant. But she was on fire. Crockett Wilde had shorted her mind. She hated the power he had over her. Always had. My god, he’s gorgeous.

From the moment she’d laid eyes on him, at fourteen, he’d rocked her world. The summer after she’d graduated high school, they’d fallen crazy in love, or so she’d thought.

Seeing him now had awakened the best memories and the worst feelings. Clearly, time had been good to Crockett Wilde. Gangly no more, his massive, sculpted body was eye candy for her lonely soul. She’d always found him handsome, but when he’d pinned her with those baby blues she knew she was in trouble. His chiseled cheekbones and strong jawline made looking away impossible. Like years ago, his undeniably sexy accent wove a ribbon around her heart.

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Fly Girl’s Review:

This was a great read.  Obviously I’m giving it 4.5 of 5 propellers.  This is her second book in the Touch Series.  You can read it as a standalone (I haven’t read The Mitus Touch, but I’m definitely putting it on my TBR pile) which I did.  It is a medium paced read.  There are some slow and fast parts to it.  Until about a third of the way through, you don’t have any idea of the plot lines except the romance line.  But once you start seeing the plot lines come together it makes it move quicker.

Crockett and Alexandra are quite the HOT couple.  The Kink Club, Incognito, really brings out the HOT in the couple.  If you are into role playing, this one will set you on fire.  Crockett is supposed to be a novice, but he’s really good in the club.  Of course there is angst in their relationship and once they discover they are familiar with one another, the masks come off and the heat gets even hotter.

I like the tech story line.  It really works with today’s climate and the survelliance part was exciting.  I will say the ending to the plot lines was a little easy for me to figure out.  I won’t give them away though.  You’ll just have to read and discover for yourself.  Trust me you won’t be disappointed.  The kink club plot line has quite a twist at the end, so enjoy that.

I definitely have to get book one.  Stoni, you are a great story teller.  Thanks for bring this series to us.

4.5 of 5 Propellers

 

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Stoni Alexander writes erotic romance about tortured alpha males and independent, strong-willed heroines. In a previous life, she ventured into acting, appearing in numerous television, film and stage productions before transitioning to a successful career in business. Stoni spent her childhood moving around like a gypsy and appreciates her deep-seated roots in the DC Metro area. She’s married to the love of her life, is an über-proud football mom, and dreams of the day when her muse will inspire her at will.

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