It’s that time again! Today we’ll revisit the first of the Disintegration prequels, available for free at Smashwords. Don’t forget to visit all the other authors after getting hooked here!
She tilted her head back. His breath danced across her neck, and the scent of his skin wafted towards her nose. A combination of the dust on his uniform and the effects of the day’s exertion mingled in the cool air, yet it was not an unpleasant aroma. She breathed deeply, keeping her gaze focused on the illuminated desert. “There’s so much danger out there,” she whispered. “Do you ever get scared?”
“On occasion. Just don’t tell my teammates.”
Meyta smiled. “Your secret’s safe with me.”
“I can think of better secrets to share.”
Callum squeezed her shoulders and turned her around. With one hand, he brushed an errant lock of thick, dark hair away from her face. She closed her eyes as his fingers grazed her cheek, and leaned towards him.