Tanner laughed at the image of an older Logan surrounded by screaming kids. Somehow he couldn’t quite see that working. “Sure. You keep thinking that,” he said, lifting his glass to his brother’s and clinking them together. “In the meantime, I’m going to go and kiss my very real bride, and drag her onto the dance floor.”
“You’re whipped,” Logan said. Was there an edge of envy in his voice?
“Yep. And I’m loving it.”
Before he even reached her, Tanner could feel Van’s pull. Like she was the sun and he was orbiting her, always trying to push through.
“Hey,” he whispered, kissing her bare shoulder as he reached her. “Can I persuade you to have one last dance?”
She looked up at him, her eyes full of love. “Yeah, you can definitely do that.” She winked at Zoe, then stood, letting Tanner lead her to the dance floor. He slid his arm around her waist, pulling her close against him, smiling against her hair as her body slotted perfectly against his.
Then they were dancing. His perfect woman and him. They swayed gently to the music, her arms wrapped around his neck, his hand guiding her as they moved slowly around the dance floor.
This was it. The beginning. They had the rest of their lives ahead of them. He dropped his head, pressing his lips against hers, both of them grinning as they kissed.
“I love you, Mrs. Hartson,” he whispered, loving the sound of her name on his tongue.
“I love you, too,” she said, grinning widely. “Now shut up and dance.”
Thank you for reading! I hope you enjoyed Tanner and Van’s story. The next book in the Heartbreak Brothers series is A BETTER MAN. Find out what happens when Logan is knocked to his knees - literally - by a beautiful farm girl, Courtney.
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About the Author
Carrie Elks writes contemporary romance with a sizzling edge. Her first book, Fix You, has been translated into eight languages and made a surprise appearance on Big Brother in Brazil. Luckily for her, it wasn’t voted out.
Carrie lives with her husband, two lovely children and a larger-than-life black pug called Plato. When she isn’t writing or reading, she can be found baking, drinking an occasional (!) glass of wine, or chatting on social media.
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Also by Carrie Elks
THE HEARTBREAK BROTHERS SERIES
A gorgeous small town series about four brothers and the women who capture their hearts.
Take Me Home
Still The One
A Better Man (Coming Oct 2020)
ANGEL SANDS SERIES
A heartwarming small town beach series, full of best friends, hot guys and happily-ever-afters.
Let Me Burn
She’s Like the Wind
Sweet Little Lies
Just A Kiss
Baby I’m Yours
Pieces Of Us
Chasing The Sun (Coming January 2021)
THE SHAKESPEARE SISTERS SERIES
An epic series about four strong yet vulnerable sisters, and the alpha men who steal their hearts.
Summer’s Lease
A Winter’s Tale
Absent in the Spring
By Virtue Fall
THE LOVE IN LONDON SERIES
Three books about strong and sassy women finding love in the big city.
Coming Down
Broken Chords
Canada Square
STANDALONE
Fix You
An epic romance that spans the decades. Breathtaking and angsty and all the things in between.
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Acknowledgments
First thanks always go to my lovely family. My husband, Ash, my children Ella and Olly and not forgetting Plato the pug. You guys are amazing.
I wouldn’t be here without my brilliant agents, Meire Dias and Flavia Viotti of the Bookcase Agency. From the beginning of my career they’ve been my biggest supporters, and I’m so grateful to them.
My editor Rose David and my proofreader, Mich, always work tirelessly to make my words shine. Thank you for all you do.
Special thanks to Marian G for pre-reading and her suggestions on the story. I appreciate your insight!
Kirsty Ann Still is a kick-ass designer, and she hit this cover out of the park. You’re so talented my friend!
Bloggers have always been such an important part of my book journey. Thanks to each and every one of you who shows me support in so many ways – sharing covers and release days, promoting sales, reading and reviewing books. You’re the engine that keeps the book world going, and I appreciate you so much.
To all my author friends who are so supportive. You know who you are and I think you’re awesome!
Finally, to my lovely facebook group members (The Water Cooler - if you want to join!), thank you! We have so much fun – you make Facebook a great place to be. You help with ideas, inspiration and most of all you put a smile on my face. Thanks for being so amazing.