"Don’t be fooled by first-time author Adrianna Dane. When you pick up this short contemporary erotica by Amber Quill Press, I’m just letting you know, you’ll be back for more. Ms. Dane writes with flare, cutting a deep emotional edge in Esmerelda's Secret...Intense, fast-paced, and filled with intense erotic passion and deep emotion. Willow shows amazing strength, especially when she finally finds out the truth. J. W. is hot and sexy, fierce and demanding, and honest and loyal to a fault. Ms. Dane writes such powerful characters in this story, making it a captivating read."—Robin Taylor, The Buzz

"4 1/2 Roses!...A story that will pull you in from the beginning and doesn’t want to release you until the end. Ms. Dane is able to draw you into the story to feel all the hurt, pain, sadness and love that Willow and J.W. feel. Willow and J.W. compliment each other in both their actions and their love for one another. The depth of their love is what helps them move forward and leaves them with only the happy memories from their past. Esmerelda’s Secret is a short story and the debut story for Ms. Dane, and what a great way to start! I will be watching and waiting for more stories from Ms. Dane."—Pam Clifton, A Romance Review

"3 Hearts!...Willow was a very strong heroine...I wanted to see more of J.W. and Willow...I'd pick up another book by this author, and recommend Esmerelda's Secret to readers that enjoy a good second-chance romance."—Tara Black, The Romance Studio

"4 Angels!...A thoroughly enjoyable and realistic tale that captured, then held my attention from the first to the last page. Adrianna Dane's a writer to watch..."—Jane, Fallen Angel Reviews

"5 Stars!...Ms. Dane has written a hot, hot short story...Her words make every touch and breath blazing. She works this passion into a great story that has shocks you never see coming..."—Julie Esparza, Just Erotic Romance Reviews

"4 1/2 Flames!...A passionate, well-written short story...Ms. Dane keeps the sexual tension and suspense high all the way to the end...These two wonderful, likable characters truly deserve a happy ending...If you're looking for a quick read that's full of intense emotions and explosive sex, Esmerelda's Secret is sure to satisfy you. I highly recommend it."—Renee, Sizzling Romances

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