Hawk (Reckless Kings MC #2) - Harley Wylde Page 0,58
have something that says you’re mine.”
He smiled. “Already ahead of you, baby. I have an appointment next week with a local tattoo shop. I’m getting your name inked on my arm.”
“Where?” I asked, eyeing the ink he already had.
He turned his right arm over and showed me the blank space on his forearm. “Here. It’s going to take up the entire area. I love you, Hayley, and I want the world to know it. I’m so fucking lucky you’re mine. I don’t know why you gave me a chance, but it was the best night of my life. One I’ve thought about every damn day since then.”
I threw my arms around his neck and hugged him tight. I’d thought I’d never have a serious boyfriend, never be kissed, much less get to experience sex. Then I’d found Hawk and he’d changed my world. It hadn’t been easy. We’d had more rough patches than smooth ones, but it was all worth it. Every tear. Every doubt. I’d do it all again if it meant I’d end up right here. In his arms. It was the only place I ever wanted to be.
I smiled, realizing I’d gotten the fairy-tale ending. I had my prince, the greatest love of all time, and an amazing life ahead of me.
I closed my eyes and sent up a silent thanks to whatever powers had stepped in and sent Hawk to me that night.
Notes, Dedication, and Acknowledgments
This one is for all my readers… You guys are amazing!
Usually I have playlist while I’m writing, and I share it at the end of the book. That didn’t happen with this one. My son got a Cockatiel somewhat recently, and it’s housed in my office. Archimedes is a HUGE fan of musicals and animated movies, so I had those playing in the background while I worked. You have no idea how hard it is to write a sex scene while Moana is playing in the background. Although, it’s funny when Archimedes laughs every time Maui knocks Moana into the water. Sadistic little bird!
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Thank you to the staff at Changeling Press. The formatters, proofreaders, line editors, cover artists, and everyone who had a part in Hawk becoming a reality and not just moldering away on my computer. I love you guys!
HUGE thanks to Crystal -- editor extraordinaire! Without her, this book would be a big, hot mess. She seriously rocks.
Thank you to my husband. Not only for working twelve-hour days saving lives and making a difference, but just for being you. You make me laugh, make sure I take my vitamins, and force me to work when all I want to do is curl up and read.
Thank you to Fabiola! I appreciate all the shares, the cheering when I need it most, and everything else you do for me. I can’t say enough how much your support means to me.
Thanks to the Coffee Fairy! Without her, I’d be un-caffeinated, and that would be a very bad thing. Trust me. The world is not ready for me to give up coffee.
Thanks to Archimedes for all the times you made me smile. Never thought I’d have a bird in my office, but you do keep things interesting. Especially when you laugh at the kids. And thank you to Marshmallow for the extra cuddles. You always seem to know when I need a kitty in my lap!
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Dear Reader
Thank you for purchasing a copy of Hawk (Reckless Kings MC). Your support means so much to me! Out of the millions of books out there, I’m honored you took a chance on one of mine. If you enjoyed Hawk, I’d be forever grateful if you’d take a moment to leave a rating or review at the bookseller of your choice, or over at Goodreads or BookBub.
Hawk and Hayley had a lot of misunderstandings between them. Some of it was due to her age, but mostly, it was a lack of communication. Even though he’s quite a bit older than her, never having had a serious relationship, he flounders as much as Hayley. It was my hope they would both grow emotionally throughout the story. Their story isn’t as dark as some of my other books. I let my characters lead the way and I just follow along. (Yes, I’m a total pantser and couldn’t plot to save my life.)
Several couples were mentioned in this story. Lyssa and Beast found their happily-ever-after in the first Reckless Kings MC book. But did you know Hayley’s parents also have a book? Cuffs & Kink was the second book I wrote. It’s a shorter length novella and is also an age-gap romance. Delilah and Titan have their story told in the Hades Abyss MC series. I love to bring in characters from other series because I’m never quite ready for their stories to end. It’s fun getting to say hi to them again.
Thank you for again for your support! As a way to show my appreciation, I do a lot of giveaways throughout the year, and give out tons of swag. I even have a few multi-author giveaways a few times a year. Be sure to stop by my website to see what’s on the list of giveaways this month! It changes every thirty days.
Until next time…
Harley
Harley Wylde
Harley Wylde is the International Bestselling Author of the Dixie Reapers MC, Devil’s Boneyard MC, and Hades Abyss MC series.
When Harley’s writing, her motto is the hotter the better -- off-the-charts sex, commanding men, and the women who can’t deny them. If you want men who talk dirty, are sexy as hell, and take what they want, then you’ve come to the right place. She doesn’t shy away from the dangers and nastiness in the world, bringing those realities to the pages of her books, but always gives her characters a happily-ever-after and makes sure the bad guys get what they deserve.
The times Harley isn’t writing, she’s thinking up naughty things to do to her husband, drinking copious amounts of Starbucks, and reading. She loves to read and devours a book a day, sometimes more. She’s also fond of TV shows and movies from the 1980s, as well as paranormal shows from the 1990s to today, even though she’d much rather be reading or writing.
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