Because Forever (The Avenue Book 2)
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Okay, mostly chaste. There might have been a little lip-biting and a quick punch of the hips to make sure Simon knew the effect he had.
Nearly two decades together, and a few simple touches could get Aaron rock hard in a heartbeat.
“What’s the plan?” he asked, trying to divert his thoughts back to Finn’s birthday.
Which was where they should be.
“Dinner tonight. But . . .” Simon’s voice lowered, and after a quick glance to make sure Finn slept on, he added, “He asked for a party.”
“What kind of party?”
“No idea, just asked for one and said he’d never had a birthday party before, so—”
Aaron didn’t wait for Simon to finish. He pressed his lips back against his husband’s and nodded definitively. “Let’s do it.”
Acknowledgments
Charles, Annabelle and Dominic (and Ellie and Felix)—my loves, and the ones who have to put up with me every single day. I love you!
Mum and Dad, Nana and Pa, Lauren, Michael, Ziggy and Tiggy, Evan and Clara, and everyone else in our not-as-big-as-some-but-still-too-big-to-name-everyone-individually family—I’m grateful for the time we get together, even if it’s not enough. I miss you every single day.
Linda—you are always there when I need a break or some help or advice on those bloody black ants invading my kitchen. Seriously, the best mother-in-law I could have asked for.
Macey—even if this cover isn’t one of yours, this book still wouldn’t have been possible without you. I adore you.
Missy—I will pay you back for the amazing editing in snuggles; it’s been far too long. Sound like a plan?
Jodi, Shelly, Julia, and Karen—thanks for putting up with my insecurities and endless questions about your priceless notes. You are the best beta team a girl could ask for, and I’m not sorry to say that you’re stuck with me.
My Bright Stars—I never thought I’d see the day I had a Readers Group and yet, here we are. I love you for punning with me, keeping me company, and making sure Jodi and Karen earn their keep.
Shannon at Shanoff Designs—I cannot thank you enough for my beautiful cover. You made it so easy, and you made it so perfect.
And to all of my talented and kind author friends—I couldn’t possibly do this without your advice and your support. Thank you!
About the Author
B. Cranford is a proud Australian living in the USA, a lover of books, breadsticks and bed, and the mother of two children who are far too similar to their father for her liking. A lifelong reader, she dove into the romance genre on the recommendation of her best friend and hasn’t looked back since. After three years as a blogger, she decided it was high time she finally finished one of the 12,002 books she’d started writing, and the end result was her debut novel, The Brightest Star.
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