Overly serious, workaholic Richard Locklaine was always described as the twin determined to do the right thing. Even if it was at the cost of his own well-being. But after years in a loveless, manipulative marriage, he’s finally free and ready to build a life of his choosing. And nowhere in that life is there room for another woman—unless it’s for just one night, of course.
They are complete opposites in every single way. But for some reason, fate has decided to force the two of them together. Despite the chemistry, they’re determined to fight the attraction growing between them. Besides, what could a florist with horrible taste in music and an attorney from Connecticut ever really have in common? Only one thing is certain. When they finally come together, it’s going to be epic.
***This is Book 2 in the Locklaine Boys series, a spin-off of Love Hate relationship. They are interconnected standalones.***
BBAUN: Where were you when you thought, “Hey, I think Ill write a book!”?JP: You’re actually asking a woman with “mom-brain” if she remembers where she was over three years ago when she decided to write a book? LOL, hell if I remember.BBAUN: When and why did you start writing novels?JP: Well, I’ve always written, ever since I was little. I had one book (that sucked something major) that I actually queried to tons of agencies and publishing houses, but then Picking up the Pieces came to me during that god awful process just as self-publishing became a thing, so I just decided to write it and go that route instead. (Oh, and I tossed the other book out. LOL)BBAUN: Do you name your characters after people or do names just POP into your head?JP: Typically I use names that I had considered if I ever had a shit load of kids (Disclaimer: I only have one kid).BBAUN: Are your characters/stories inspired by events and people in your life?JP: No. Strictly fiction. I might put scenes in that I lived through, and some of the characters have personality traits similar to me and close family and friends, but that’s the extent of it.BBAUN: Who’s your favorite character that you have written, so far, and why?JP: There’s no way I could pick a favorite. But I WILL say I’m extremely excited to start Devon’s book because right now I’m loving her.BBAUN: Does music inspire you? And what are you listening to right now?JP: I’m one of the weird few who can NOT write with music. I can write in my living room, with the TV blaring and my kid going absolutely nuts, but if theirs music playing I lose all focus.LIGHTNING ROUNDWhich do you prefer…Boxers or Briefs – Combo of the two, boxer briefsBlue Collar or White Collar – blue collar. I love them rough and manlyToys or No Toys – Toys, spice that shit upSweet or Salty – a little of bothPaperbacks or Kindle – I’ll buy paperbacks, but I mainly READ on KindleFlats or Heels – flats. I’ve done heels plenty and normally end up wanting to cut my feet offLength or Girth – girth, because who wants a pencil d**k?Facebook or Instagram – FacebookWater or Beer – BeerMans hair- Long or Short – depends on the dudeStraw or No Straw – Depends on the drinkFood Shopping- HOORAY or UGH – I’ve been banned from the grocery store by my hubby so I’ll go with UGHNight Out or Chinese in bed – Chinese in bed – over the covers cuz that shit’s messyBeach or Pool – pool. Sand is the effing devil (but I love the lake)When you Drive- Windows open or AC – AC. I’m from Texas. It’s hotter than the Devil’s butthole here.Early bird or Night owl – Depends on my writing deadline