Magnificent Ruin (Everlasting Series Book 2) (24 page)

“What was your question?” she says tilting her head.

“Hmm?”

“You said you had questions about my babies here.”

“Oh, that. No, not really. I just wanted to stick it to Ashley.”

Taylor’s face gets serious. “Honey, please don’t tell me you plan to get into catfights with Ash. This is a tranquility shop. We all need to be civil.”

I keep quiet, whispering as many essential oil names as I can remember in my mind. It seems it’s not just the oils that are magic. The names themselves can actually soothe one down.

“I know Ash can be a bit overbearing and suspicious but she’s a good kid. And she needs the money,” Taylor goes on.

“Don’t we all?” I blurt out.

Taylor’s disappointed expression grounds me instantly.

“Taylor,” I say. “I’m not going to cause any problems. I’m grateful for the opportunity to work here and pay my rent. I’ll be a doll to Ashley. Promise.”

“I know you will,” Taylor says giving me a hug. “Now, what’s up with Jack? Has he repaid that loan yet?”

My good mood darkens instantly.

Continue reading Nathan and Grace’s story now.

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Alison Foster loves reading a good love story almost as much as she loves writing one. She spends her time dreaming up strong heroes and even stronger heroines and she enjoys finding unexpected strengths within her characters when they are in the most unexpected places.
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Books in the Everlasting Series

NATE
(Prequel)

BEAUTIFUL RUIN
(Book 1)

MAGNIFICENT RUIN (Book 2)

EVERLASTING RUIN (Book 3)

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NATE

BEAUTIFUL RUIN

MAGNIFICENT RUIN