Sean shifted back to my side, taking my hand and leading me further into the fray. That was when we hit the paparazzi. The bulbs flashed so bright and fast, I wondered if I’d be able to see again.
“Sean! Over here!”
I dropped his hand and moved back, letting him take center stage, but he turned and pulled me to his side, wrapping his arm around me.
“Got to introduce my woman to the world.” He looked at me.
“But don’t they want photos of just you?”
“Maybe, but they’re gonna get photos of me and my goddess instead.”
I grinned.
“Smile, baby.” He kissed my cheek, claiming me in front of everyone.
Questions were fired our way: curious reporters wanting the goods on Sean Jaxon’s mystery date. He ignored the calls and kept grinning.
“That’s all I have to do? Smile?”
“Yep, it’s that easy.” He squeezed my waist. “Look as though you’re happy to be here, but think about the fact that later tonight I’m going to take all your clothes off.”
I snickered. “Oh really, and what are we gonna do after that?” My lips pulled tight, my smile turning plastic as I kept it in place for the cameras.
“Baby, we’re gonna do the Sean and Morgan dance.”
“Nice.” I chuckled. “I like the sound of that.”
He turned to me, gazing into my eyes as if the world around us didn’t exist. “The best dance in the world. It’s a lifelong one, did you know that?”
I drank him in, loving the seriousness of his expression. “Maybe it is,” I conceded.
“Oh baby, it definitely is.” He winked and then pressed his lips against mine.
The cameras started snapping like crazy, a frantic moment of light and sound, but I didn’t see any of it. As I touched Sean’s face, the flashing lights faded to nothing. Sean and I were wrapped in our own little bubble, untouchable and completely bulletproof.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Working on a novel like this is pure joy for me. Part of what makes the experience so special is the awesome talent I get to work with.
Thank you so much to:
My critique readers: Cassie, Anna and Brenda. As always, your feedback and suggestions strengthened this story.
My editor: Laurie. You are such a great editor. I love your style.
My proofreaders: Kristin, Suzy, Lindsey and Karen. Thank you for spotting those last-minute mistakes.
My cover designer and photographer: Regina. Love your work, babe. You are such a talent, and it’s an honor to have you as part of this project.
My publicity team: Mark My Words Publicity. Thank you!!!! Rachel and Ashley, you are so professional and amazing, plus two of the nicest people I’ve ever worked with. Love you girls so much.
My fellow writers: Inklings and Indie Inked. I love that I can come to you with every celebration and woe. You make this journey fantastic.
My readers: Love you guys! Thanks for your continued support.
My family: Thank you for understanding my passion and letting me rabbit on about it.
My savior: Thank you for being that constant peace inside of me. I know I can get through anything as long as you’re there. You make me bulletproof and I love you.
OTHER BOOKS BY MELISSA PEARL
The Songbird Series
Fever
Coming in 2015:
Everything — Home — Lucky
The Fugitive Series
I Know Lucy — Set Me Free
Coming in 2015:
I’ll Find You — I’m Not Lying
The Masks Series
True Colors — Two-Faced
Releasing Jan & Feb 2015:
Snake Eyes — Poker Face
The Time Spirit Trilogy
Golden Blood — Black Blood — Pure Blood
The Betwixt Series
Betwixt — Before — Beyond
The Elements Trilogy
Unknown — Unseen — Unleashed
The Mica & Lexy Series
Coming in 2015!
Find out more on Melissa Pearl’s website: http://www.melissapearlauthor.com
ABOUT MELISSA PEARL
Melissa Pearl is a kiwi at heart, but currently lives in Suzhou, China with her husband and two sons. She trained as an elementary school teacher, but has always had a passion for writing and finally completed her first manuscript in 2003. She has been writing ever since and the more she learns, the more she loves it.
She writes young adult and new adult fiction in a variety of romance genres—paranormal, fantasy, suspense, and contemporary. Her goal as a writer is to give readers the pleasure of escaping their everyday lives for a while and losing themselves in a journey…one that will make them laugh, cry and swoon.
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INDIE INKED
Below is a list of books you might like to check out.
Alivia Anders ~ Illumine
Cambria Hebert ~ Torch
A.O. Peart ~ Resist Me
Julia Crane ~ Freak of Nature
J.A. Huss ~ TAUT: The Ford Book
Cameo Renae ~ Hidden Wings
A.J. Bennett ~ Unintentional Virgin
Tabatha Vargo ~ Playing Patience
Ella James ~ Selling Scarlett
Tara West ~ Say When
Heidi McLaughlin ~ Forever My Girl
Melissa Andrea ~ The Edge of Darkness
Kelly Walker ~ No One’s Angel
Komal Kant ~ Falling for Hadie
Penelope Harlow ~ Dark Temptations
Alexia Purdy ~ Reign of Blood
L.P. Dover ~ A Fighter’s Desire
Sarah M. Ross ~ Inhale, Exhale
Brina Courtney ~ Reveal
Amber Garza ~ Break Free
Anna Cruise ~ It Was You
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Note from the Author
Bulletproof Soundtrack and Dedication
Prologue
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
Chapter 26
Chapter 27
Chapter 28
Chapter 29
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Chapter 31
Chapter 32
Chapter 33
Chapter 34
Chapter 35
Chapter 36
Chapter 37
Chapter 38
Chapter 39
Epilogue
Acknowledgements
Other Books by Melissa Pearl
About Melissa Pearl
Connect with Melissa Pearl
Indie Inked