Harlequin Romance October 2016 Box Set by Susan Meier

Author:Susan Meier
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781488025174
Publisher: Harlequin
Published: 2016-12-15T00:00:00+00:00

CHAPTER FOUR

“THIS IS YOUR PLACE?”

Holly exited the helicopter that had transported them from the airstrip on the big island to Finn’s private island. The landing zone sat atop a hill. It was the only place on the small island cleared of greenery except for the white sandy beach.

Finn moved to her side. “Do you like it?”

“I do. I’ve only ever seen places like this on television or on the internet. I never imagined I would one day step foot in paradise.”

“Paradise?”

“Yes. You don’t think so?”

“I never really thought about it.” He rolled her suitcase to the edge of the helipad. “I’m afraid we have to walk to the house. It isn’t far.”

“No worries. This jaunt is nothing compared to the hour I spend each day at the gym sweating my butt off.” She pressed her lips together, realizing she’d probably shared more than he ever wanted to know about her.

When she reached for her suitcase, their fingers brushed. He looked at her. “I can take it.”

She wasn’t about to be treated like a helpless woman. She’d been standing on her own two feet since she was ten and her father had walked out on her and her mother. Someone had to pick up the slack. At that point in time, her mother hadn’t been in any condition.

Holly’s grip tightened around the handle. “I can manage.”

“You do know it’ll have to be carried over the rough terrain.”

“Understood. I’ll count it as exercise on my calorie counter.”

He shook his head as he stepped back. “By the way, there’s a gym at the house. Please feel free to use it. I certainly don’t make it there nearly enough.”

“Thanks. I just might take you up on the offer.” When he gestured for her to go ahead of him, she said, “I’d rather follow while I get my bearings.”

With a shrug, he set off down the stone path surrounded by lush green foliage.

Her gaze followed him and he set a steady pace.

But it wasn’t the beautiful setting that held her attention—it was Finn. His shoulders were broad and muscled, while his waist was trim without an ounce of flub. And his backside, well, it was toned. A perfect package.

“See anything in particular you like?”

Heat rushed to her cheeks. Had he just busted her checking him out? Her gaze lifted and she was relieved to see that he was still facing straight ahead. “Lots. You’re so lucky to live here.”

“Only part-time. When you’re done working, please feel free to use all of the facilities including the pool.”

He didn’t have to give her any more encouragement. She had every intention of checking it all out since she would never be back here again. “I do have to admit that this does feel strange.”

“How so?”

“Leaving the snow and Christmas decorations in New York and landing here where there’s nothing but a warm breeze and sunshine. Do you decorate a palm tree instead of a pine tree for Christmas?”

He stopped walking and turned to her. “I don’t do either.

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