Bound to You

In Madison's (Cursed) sweet, sexy, and seductive first At Your Service contemporary romance, a couple uses negotiation skills to grapple with their desires while shredding their emotional scars. Xavier Quinn, a debonair workaholic businessman, needs the expertise of Sophie Ashton, a Boston-based high-class concierge, to secure a business contract. Their first meeting includes a bewildering sexual attraction. Once their mutual fondness for kinky sex becomes clear, the seduction negotiation frolic begins. Volatile emotions are revealed through Xavier and Sophie's alternating narration, which let them explain their hesitations and concerns as their erotic encounters become more irresistible. Unexpected heartfelt moments have the two of them wondering about a future together when personal obligations take priority. Vivacious secondary characters enhance the tale, guaranteeing that readers will want to follow the series. The BDSM aspects are on the light side, but this deeply personal love story still has plenty of appeal thanks to sexual tension, second chances, and a marvelous central couple. Agent: Jim McCarthy, Dystel & Goderich. (May)