One look into striking cobalt blue eyes and Monica knows she'll
take the plunge. Too bad the man she's attracted to is in the
online catalog of a high-priced escort service.
Monica is a freelance writer trapped at home by acute agoraphobia.
Tired of her fantasy sex life, she dares to hire a man for an
in-home date which may or may not lead to the bedroom.
College student Ryan is strapped for cash. To keep himself and
his ill grandmother financially afloat, Labors of Love dating
service sounds like an easy gig. He's relieved when he's attracted
to his very cute first client.
What was meant to be a one time thing evolves into several appointments
as Monica can't get enough of Ryan. Can a relationship based on
a business contract blossom into real romance and can Monica overcome
her paralyzing panic attacks when true love is at stake?
Reviews
Joyfully Reviewed, Reviewer Ley
Ryan and Monica are two people trying to make it through life
the best way they know how. It isn’t an easy road for them
and I think that’s what kept me interested in Home Bound,
that and the hot sex.
Dionne Galace
“I just really enjoy how emotionally flawed Ms. Dee’s
characters are and how she deftly avoids sticking them in situations
that just reek of plot contrivance. If you want to read an original,
heart-warming piece about two real people who reach out for each
other and find love together, definitely check this book out.”
Fallen Angel Reviews - 5 Angels - Reviewed by Anita
"Bonnie Dee has embraced two very touchy subjects that are
difficult and very infrequently talked about, agoraphobia and
escort services. Together, Ryan and Monica show that love can
occur in even the strangest situations, if one is willing to take
a chance on romance."
The Romance Studio - 5 Hearts - Reviewed by Ellen
"The sex scenes with Monica and Ryan are beautifully written
and SO HOT. This story sheds a great deal of light on the condition
of agoraphobia and people living with it in a compassionate way."
Enchanted in Romance - 5 Unicorns - Reviewed by Anita
"Monica and Ryan will jump off the pages with their realistic
situations and emotions."
The Readers Connection - 4 Stars - Reviewed by Sarah Silversmith
"This is a compelling story. It packs a lot of emotion, character
building and hot sex into the pages."
Romance Reviews Today - Reviewed by Jennifer Bishop
"HOME BOUND is an appealing story dealing with a very serious
issue. It packs quite a punch, and is a book to look for."
Just Erotic Romance Reviews - 4 Stars - Reviewed by Mireya Orsini
"Both main characters have flaws and vulnerabilities that
make them feel real. Home Bound is one wonderful contemporary
story."
May Reviews - 4 Stars - Reviewed by Polly
"This is a thrilling story from the beginning. I hated to
put it down although I had to for a short time to work. It was
waiting with its engine running for my return."
Excerpt:
Looking at himself he wondered how he’d passed Ms. Darrow’s
inspection and been hired. He’d checked out other providers
on the Labors of Love website and he didn’t have what they
had. His body was fit enough, he supposed, but his face, which
Monica Brennerman had chosen above all those other guys, was certainly
nothing special.
“You can’t sit here forever. Just get it over with,”
he told himself before taking a deep breath and opening the car
door.
He walked up the cement path to the dark green front door, rang
the bell and offered a silent prayer that Monica not be too homely,
even though he had no right to ask God for favors because he was
about to perform an illegal, immoral act.
His pulse pounded in his ears, deafening as the moment of waiting
dragged on. He wiped damp hands on his jeans and cleared his throat
so his voice wouldn’t crack when he spoke. He felt an insane
urge to make sure he smelled okay and laughed as he imagined her
opening the door and catching him sniffing his pits. Instead,
he was standing there grinning like an idiot when the door finally
opened.
At first Monica was featureless, a silhouette against the brightly
lit doorway. Ryan wiped the shit-eating grin off his face. He
resisted the urge to back away or maybe even bolt, cash in his
chips and chalk this up as a lesson learned. Then the woman moved
into the glow of the porch light and Ryan was so relieved he just
stood there staring for a moment.
She was cute…and short. If she stepped into his arms, he
could rest his chin on top of her head. Her curly dark hair was
pulled loosely into a ponytail. Her features were sharp in a way
that reminded him of a fox or a cat, something quick and clever
like that. Her nose was tilted just a bit at the tip. Wide brown
eyes gazed at him from under dark, apostrophe eyebrows.
Ryan continued to stare mutely at her, unable to think of anything
intelligent to say. But as he watched her expression change from
nervous anticipation to embarrassment, he shook himself and stuck
out his hand.
“Hi. I’m Ryan, your, uh, date.”
She took his hand and he abruptly realized he should probably
be kissing her hand and telling her how beautiful she was, not
shaking it like they’d just concluded a business agreement.
“Monica,” she said. “I mean, I’m Monica.”
“Sorry. I’m kind of new at this,” he muttered
then bit back any more apologies. He was supposed to be sweeping
her off her feet and giving her a memorable romantic evening,
not stammering and admitting his inexperience. “Let me start
over. Good evening. I’m Ryan. It’s such a pleasure
to meet you and may I say you look stunning in that outfit?”
He’d spoke in a fake foreign accent that probably sounded
like Dracula with a Scottish burr.
Monica’s face lit up and she began to laugh.
Ryan grinned back. This was going to be okay. He could do this.
Hell, for the first time he thought he might have a lot of fun
doing this.
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