Star Struck (28 page)

Authors: Amber Garza

BOOK: Star Struck

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After putting both of the helmets down, Asher faces me. “So, was it just like you remembered?”

“Better,” I answer truthfully while getting down off the bike. “Thanks for the ride, but I should be getting inside now.” Before I can walk away, he catches my arm with his hand.

“Hey, don’t walk off just yet.”

I press my lips together, and pivot slowly.

His eyes hold a teasing gleam in them. “Aren’t you going to hug me goodbye? I mean, I think I deserve at least that. I took you for a ride and everything.”

“Of course.” He holds open his arms and I step into them. As they tighten around me and my face presses into his chest, I sigh. It feels so good. Asher has always had the ability to make me feel safe and protected in a way that no one else can.

“Whoa, what’s going on here?”

I stiffen at the familiar voice. Pushing away from Asher, I turn to my best friend. “Billie? You’re back early.”

Billie purses her lips. “And you’re not inside reading magazines. What gives? Do you have some secret nightlife I don’t know anything about?”

I laugh. “No, trust me. It was a one-night thing.”

“Ooh, this is getting juicier by the minute.” Billie licks her lips, her gaze roving over every inch of Asher’s body. For some reason I want to stand in front of him to block her from staring and thinking nasty things. It doesn’t make sense since we’re not a couple. Besides, it’s not like I can control her thoughts.

“I didn’t mean it like that.” I glance back at Asher and give him an apologetic look. But he just shrugs, wearing an amused smile. “Billie, this is Asher. Asher, this is my roommate, Billie.”

“
The
Asher?” Billie gapes, and I throw her a warning look.

Only it’s too late. “So, you’ve heard of me then?” Asher cocks an eyebrow, and it is so darn sexy. Why does he have to be so sexy? I want to run inside and hide for the rest of the summer.

Billie giggles, her cheeks flushing. “Oh, yeah, I’ve heard a lot of things.”

Oh, brother. So much for expecting her to have my back.

“I’d love to hear all about it.” Asher winks, and walks toward Billie.

“Um…” I scramble to stop him.

Billie nods. “Yeah, come on upstairs and we’ll chat. I think I have some ice cream in the freezer. After my disastrous date I planned to drown myself in it, but now we can all have some.”

“What a coincidence. I love ice cream.” Asher winks at me from over his shoulder, and I roll my eyes. I am so not getting out of this tonight. Groaning, I scurry after them as they head up to the apartment.

Acknowledgements:

I truly have the best job in the world. I get to spend all day living vicariously through my characters, experiencing new things and falling in love over and over again. But even more importantly, I get to work with the most amazing people.

I have made so many friends in the book community - authors, bloggers, readers, fans, and I'm so grateful for all of you.

Thank you to:

My author friends - Megan Squires, Cambria Hebert, Cameo Renae, Alexia Purdy, Alivia Anders, Trish Dawson, Tara West, Melissa Pearl Gunn,
Airicka Pheonix, all the authors in Indie Inked and many more!

My fabulous PA – Cassie Chavez. I am so appreciative of you!

My amazing street team!! Thanks for all your help!

All the bloggers and fans, my "adopted mama" Heather Andrews, and all those who read my books, I am truly grateful for you.

My betas - Megan Squires, Tiffany Tillman, Heather Andrews.

My family - Andrew, Eli, Kayleen, Mom, Dad, Karissa, Matt, Lindsay, Kagen, Brittnie.

My editor - Auntie Boo, you do such an amazing job!

My cover – Doug
, Jenna, Juli, Lisa - you all rock!

And to all my friends and family, thank you!!

A note to my readers:

First off, I want to thank you for taking the time to read this novel. I truly am honored that you took the time to read it.

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