EVERYWHERE AND EVERY WAY by Jennifer Probst
Synopsis:
Hot on the heels of her beloved Marriage to a Billionaire novels, New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Probst nails it with the first in an all-new sexy romance series featuring red-hot contractor siblings who give the Property Brothers a run for their money!
Ever the responsible eldest brother, Caleb Pierce started working for his father’s luxury contracting business at a young age, dreaming of one day sitting in the boss’s chair. But his father’s will throws a wrench in his plans by stipulating that Caleb share control of the family business with his two estranged brothers.
Things only get more complicated when demanding high-end home designer Morgan hires Caleb to build her a customized dream house that matches her specifications to a T—or she’ll use her powerful connections to poison the Pierce brothers’ reputation. Not one to ignore a challenge, Caleb vows to get the job done—if only he can stop getting distracted by his new client’s perfect…amenities.
But there’s more to icy Morgan than meets the eye. And Caleb’s not the only one who knows how to use a stud-finder. In fact, Morgan is pretty sure she’s found hers—and he looks quite enticing in a hard hat. As sparks fly between Morgan and Caleb despite his best intentions not to mix business and pleasure, will she finally warm up and help him lay the foundation for everlasting love?
EXCLUSIVE EXCERPT:
They stared at each other, but Morgan didn’t retreat. The foundation was being set. They circled around like boxers, trying out jabs, looking for weak spots, because they were complete strangers. She expected him to start yelling or zinging insults, but he surprised her again by letting out a laugh and shaking his head. “Now that we’re all warm and fuzzy with preliminaries, why don’t we talk business?”
Her skin tingled. Talking business was her favorite thing to do. It was like getting to play hard in a controlled environment. “Agreed. I’m hoping you decided to take the job?”
He nodded, allowing her to pretend it was a question rather than a statement. “On consensual terms.”
“Of course.” The word consensual was matched with a tiny smirk. She ignored the tickle of awareness in her lower half.
“Add thirty percent to your initial proposal in cost,” he said.
Ouch. He’d gotten the first hit. “Absolutely not. That’s criminal and insane. The original price stays because it’s fair. We can incorporate bonuses for early completion, and scales for specialized supplies we require.”
“Not good enough. You stole a job that would’ve given me more than just money. I could’ve built my reputation as an environmentally competent builder. Instead, I get stuck with a house that will hardly be lived in.”
Her nail tapped faster against her glass. “You’ll get exposure by publicity and a featured spread in Home Style magazine.”
“In this town, everyone’s going Green. It’s the new thing. Not overpriced, oversize mansions on the water that scream I’m better than you. Welcome to the new century.”
She seethed, more because he was right. Kind of. Green building techniques were blowing up everywhere, and she’d snatched that prize away from him. She wished the Rosenthals cared about social consciousness, but they didn’t. They wanted a huge, ostentatious house that said they had arrived, without openly bragging. It was a fine line she had been hired to walk. Morgan hated feeling guilty, but a tiny bit seeped in. Pursing her lips, her brain clicked away at the percentages, the financial breakdown, and her cushion that she’d automatically thrown in.
“Twenty percent. I won’t go higher.”
“Done.”
The smirk made her realize she’d been conned. He
would’ve taken 10 percent. Damn, damn, damn. That mis- take would never happen again. To make herself feel better, she snapped through the list of needs she’d memorized. “Completion must be in six months. Turn-key ready. My specs were clearly listed on the original plans and triple- checked with some of the best architects in the world.”
He snorted. “Don’t care until Brady says it’s doable. We go by my architect or no one at all.”
She knew that would be the case, and had already anticipated agreement. Again, she’d researched Brady Heart, and he was top-notch. “Fine. I have final say in all decisions. The Rosenthals trust me to bring them a home completed perfectly to their expectations, and the only way to deliver is to be on-site the entire time.”
“You like white, huh?”
She looked up from the glass she’d been tapping. “Huh?” He jerked a thumb toward her outfit. “White. Second time I’m seeing you in that color. Not a great look for a site, you know.”
Her gaze narrowed. “Mr. Pierce, I’ve been to over a dozen building sites and know exactly how to handle myself. And what to wear. This is my choice of outfit for business meetings and personal events only.”
“Like hanging out at home? Were you just relaxing here or waiting for me to storm the gates of your castle?”
EVERYWHERE AND EVERY WAY by Jennifer Probst is coming May 31st!
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GIVEAWAY:
I’ve got a copy of EVERYWHERE AND EVERY WAY and a fabulous keychain to give away to one lucky winner!!
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To enter, comment on this blog post with what room in your house you’d like to re-do!
We will be picking a winner Tuesday afternoon, May 31st
About Jennifer Probst:
Jennifer Probst wrote her first book at twelve years old. She bound it in a folder, read it to her classmates, and hasn’t stopped writing since. She took a short hiatus to get married, get pregnant, buy a house, get pregnant again, pursue a master’s in English Literature, and rescue two shelter dogs. Now she is writing again.
She makes her home in Upstate New York with the whole crew. Her sons keep her active, stressed, joyous, and sad her house will never be truly clean.
She is the New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of sexy and erotic contemporary romance. She was thrilled her book, The Marriage Bargain, was ranked #6 on Amazon’s Best Books for 2012. She loves hearing from readers. Visit her website for updates on new releases and her street team at www.jenniferprobst.com.
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I can’t wait to read this book! If I could redo one room it would definitely be my family room. Its the one room in my home where everyone flops around and its so outdated. One day it will get done!
This book sounds SO good!
Toss up between kitchen and bathroom but I think bathroom might have it by a hair. My back needs a soaking tub 🙁
kitchen and bathroom. the kitchen is so small and can’t use tub in bathroom.
I would love to redo my kitchen
I would love to fix up my bedroom and bathroom ensuite
I would love to redo my kitchen and 3 bathrooms.
My KITCHEN please…ANYONE ?! Love Jennifer’s books and cant wait for this one !!
If I could redo one room in my house it would be the kitchen.