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EXCERPT
TAMING HIM
Copyright © MICHELLE M. PILLOW, 2005.
All Rights Reserved
Light
silhouetted the stranger as he walked closer to her car. A whimper passed her
lips. There was something seductive to the sway of his hips, the way the light
caressed him as he moved. His arms hung at his sides, as he walked with
authority. Maggie wasn’t sure if it was just her impressions of him, but somehow
she knew this man had some sort of power in whatever he did. He was powerful,
strong, in charge. She was so frightened that she couldn’t even tremble in fear.
I
didn’t even want to come to the Ozarks anyway. Oh, wait, yes I did. I wanted to get away from the
latest cheating boyfriend. Damn bastard was having sex with everything but me.
Think,
Maggie. Reason it out.
Maybe this
man wasn’t an alien at all. He looked human in form—two muscular legs, two
strong arms. Perhaps he was military. Some secret project she just happened to
run across. His body was definitely male and in splendid shape. She saw the
tapered outline of his waist, the large breadth of his shoulders. He even moved
in that authoritative way those types of guys had.
Yeah, this guy could definitely be military.
Special Ops.
The man came
closer. Maggie gripped the wheel, as if that simple action could stop him from
coming closer, as if her sheer will would keep him at bay. What did the military
want with her? She was just passing through. Maybe if she closed her eyes tight
they would think she didn’t see them.
Not likely.
Wake up,
Maggie. Wake up.
A hand
touched the hood of her car, rubbing over it as he walked closer to her window.
She watched his fingers as he petted the rental as if it were a wild beast. A
chill worked over her body, making her nipples so hard she thought they would
burst. There was something soothing yet frightening
about the gliding motion of his hand. Her body
tingled with desire so hot her panties became instantly moist.
This was
just like her dreams, only it felt more real. Maybe if she just stayed still,
she’d wake up. If this was her dream, she knew what this man wanted. He wanted
her—all of her. And he wouldn’t stop until he got it.
No, the
dreams were just a psychological reaction to being cheated on by a supposedly
impotent boyfriend. They stemmed from the self-worth issues she’d been having
lately. If a man didn’t want her, her mind gave her an alien who did—one with a
hard cock and boundless desire. That’s what the shrink had said anyway before
suggesting she take this trip to clear her head. Maggie was a rational, smart
person. The old shrink was right, wasn’t he?
This was
not an alien.
This was
not happening!
Her foot
twitched, the first sign of movement in her body since she first saw the hand
gliding over her hood. She pressed down on the gas pedal, hard. Nothing
happened. The car didn’t even sputter in response. Regardless, she tried again
and again, pumping the gas pedal by frantically jerking her leg.
The man’s
fingers skimmed along her window, gliding up to the roof. The ship’s light
momentarily blinded her and she couldn’t see his face as he passed by. His
clothes were tight, dark. Slowly she turned her head to watch him. His hips and
stomach were next to the car window. She gripped the wheel tighter. Her mouth
gaped open, sucking in long, hard breaths. A tap sounded on the roof, as if he
were drumming his fingers in thought.
Go away.
Go away. Wake up, Maggie.
His
movements were leisurely, as he bent over to the side. Maggie stared at the
window, watching, tense, breathing so hard she felt faint. Time slowed in the
agony of waiting for the unknown. What did he want? What would he do? Who? Why?
It’s just
a man. A Special Ops, military man. Just a man. Just
a man. Just a…
His face
came into view. The darkness hid him, but then he turned, looking into her
window. For the most part his features were human-like in placement, but a
narrow, hard ridge came down over his forehead, blending into his nose. His eyes
glinted silver, completely filled in with the almost
liquid silver color. She saw her pale reflection in those eyes.
That is not just a man.
© copyright 2006, Michelle M. Pillow
This is a work of fiction. All characters, events, and places are of the
author’s imagination and not to be confused with fact. Any resemblance to living
persons or events is merely coincidence.
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"5 STARS!
Michelle M. Pillow has unlocked the secret to what makes a story soar to great
heights. Her imaginativeness has no confines when it comes to creating
characters and storyline. She has the capability to pull the reader right into
the book. Taming Him is a towering quest with a twist of suspense and
just enough adventure to keep the reader wondering what the next page will
hold." Sime~Gen Reviews
"alien abduction has never been more fun and sexy" Gracie McKeever, PNR Reviews, Dec 2005
"4 1/2 Blue Ribbons! Michelle M. Pillow tells a thoroughly
exciting tale in TAMING HIM....Kimberly
Dean, Summer Devon and Michelle M. Pillow will have your senses rioting with the
three thrilling tales in their anthology TAMING HIM. " Romance
Junkies, March 2007
"A sexy afternoon read sure to make you smile and think differently about
alien abductions," Leola, Eternal Night Reviews
"Taming Him is a short, delightful, erotic romp...a scorcher of a story,
slowly building the heat, making me anticipate the joining of Maggie and Vladei.
I desperately needed to know what “taming the dragon,” meant. Oh my! Ms. Pillow
did not disappoint! I will not give away any of the juicy parts of this great
story, all I will say is that if there are aliens out there, I hope they are
just like Vladei and his crew!" Dee Valentine, Joyfully Reviewed, Oct 2005
"4 1/2 stars! Michelle Pillow is a phenomenal
writer and she shines in this one. It's super hot and yet it still has some
heartache, blending those two together to get a great read. This book is a
definite for me! ... A wonderfully romantic tale." Anita Jackson, The Romance
Studio, October 2005
"9/10
Distinct personalities clash here, and sparks ignite....fast-paced, Taming Him is a hot (did
i mention hot?) sexually-enabling scenario played out by characters who command
both sex and sympathy. Well done." Reviewed By Maîtresse © 2005 Novelspot
"4 1/2 STARS! Kudos to Michelle Pillow for a
beautiful and hot job." Elise, 2005 Ecataromance
"An erotic and fun tale of alien
abduction, TAMING HIM is pure enjoyment from the first page. Fans of erotic
romance with plenty of sex and story are sure to enjoy." Terrie Figueroa,
Romance Reviews Today, December 2005
"If you are looking for
something spicy and good to read on a cold winter’s night, give Taming Him a
try, you won’t regret it." Julie Brown
for The Road to Romance
"For
those times when you want a good, quick read, TAMING HIM is the perfect book. "
Rosie, Romance Junkies, 2006
"4
LIPS! Michelle Pillow creates an interesting
world of sexual excess, duty, honor, and worship between partners that is a
perfect setting for most women’s inter-most fantasies.... I highly recommend
this book to anyone." Two Lips Reviews
"5 CUPIDS! Ms. Pillow
does not disappoint her anxious readers...This is a great read with a fantastic
story and characters you will absolutely love!" Cupid's Library Reviews, Marina,
2006
"5 CUPIDS! After
starting it, I couldn't put it down, until I had finished it. Hot and steamy
love scenes, an irresistible alien hunk and a fascinating story" Cupid's Library
Reviews, Stephie, 2006
AWARDS
AND RANKINGS
 "I love this author’s work!
She is a fabulous writer whose characters are developed to a very high
standard. They are extremely likeable and are the type that you want to see
happy and succeeding in all they do. All her books are brilliantly written.
I would not hesitate to read any of her work. I know that I adore her style
of writing and am positive that nothing she writes could ever be a let
down..." "Taming Him
does not fall below the bench mark set by her other tales that I have read.
As with the others, I simply could not stop reading it and became fully
engrossed in the plotline. ... I have treasured reading this novel, which is
shorter than the previous ones I have read by Ms. Pillow but no less
enjoyable. A must for all erotica fans!"
Reviewed by: Elizabeth, Fallen Angel Reviews
2005
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