From Mia's temptation to date a male escort in The Gigolo , to the fiery desire between Robyn and Dirk in Robyn's Nest , and the unexpected romance between Trudy and Luke in Seven Gables , these stories are full of passion, heat, and guaranteed happily-ever-afters. In Gemma , Dash is determined to prove to Gemma that he's not like the other men in her life, while in The Bookie , Nikki is drawn to the mysterious Vinny, a professional gambler who has more than escort action on his mind. Finally, The Pilgrimage follows the journey of Ethan and Ellie as they walk the El Camino de Santiago in Spain and try to overcome their pasts to find a second chance at love. With charming characters, sizzling chemistry, and engaging storylines, Passionate Encounters is the perfect collection for readers who love steamy contemporary romance. These novellas are perfect for a one-sitting read on your favorite couch. Readers have raved about these six novellas, praising the complexity and depth of the characters, the perfect balance of mystery and intrigue, and the heartwarming second-chance romances. Don't miss out on the chance to experience these captivating stories for yourself. The Gigolo is one of Kris Kassady’s most popular and well-loved stories. Mia really likes what she sees when Dack, a male escort, is the nude model for her mid-term drawing exam. But Mia would never date a gigolo. Or would she? Robyn’s Nest is Robyn’s topless barista stand that the sheriff is trying to shut down. Dirk is the hunky lawyer trying to save Robyn and her business. But will the flames from their smoking hot desire get in the way? Seven Gables is Trudy’s bed and breakfast. Luke, a drifter just out of prison, offers handyman services. Well, shoot, Trudy has served time too, and she’s hot for Luke’s services. Luke has a score to settle with his partners-in-crime. Does Trudy have special skills for helping Luke out of his bind? Gemma never had a decent break in life. Dash has lived a life of privilege. Can Gemma trust Dash to be different than all the other men in her life. Can Dash handle Gemma’s dark history? Will Dash be another speed bump in Gemma’s life, or the break she finally deserves? In The Bookie , Nikki agrees to an escort date with Vinny as a favor for a friend. Vinny is a professional gambler who has a mysterious day planned. The super-sexy Vinny is pushing all Nikki’s buttons, and she’s hot to trot, but is sex even part of Vinny’s elusive plan? Or is Vinny-the-gambler rolling the dice for more than some high-end escort action? In The Pilgrimage , Ethan and Ellie meet walking the 500 mile El Camino de Santiago in Spain. Ethan has a shocking past and is trying to start a new life, and Ellie has struggles of her own. Is this the second love both are searching for, or are their pasts too much for the other to take on?
