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An heir to Southern California's most fabled vineyard, Donovan Drake works as hard as he plays. Betrayed by love in the past, the consummate bachelor prides himself on never committing to one woman. But Marissa Hayes isn't just any woman. And Donovan has just two weeks to show the guarded, voluptuous beauty exactly what she's been missing.…
Falling for her boss is number one on Marissa's list of don'ts. But from the moment she experiences Donovan's intoxicating touch, her heart tells her something else. Slowly but surely, his seduction is breaking down her defenses. Is their passion as fleeting as her brief stay at Donovan's fabulous resort? Or have they found a love as timeless as the finest wine—strong enough to withstand anything, even a threat from Marissa's past?
- Sales Rank: #508533 in eBooks
- Published on: 2012-10-01
- Released on: 2012-10-01
- Format: Kindle eBook
Review
"Day's love scenes are fueled by passion and the tale will keep readers on their toes until the very end." --RT Book Reviews on DIAMOND DREAMS
About the Author
Zuri Day snuck her first Harlequin romance from her older sister's off-limits collection and was hooked from page one. Knights in shining armor and happily-ever-afters filled her teen years and spurred a lifelong love of reading. That Zuri now creates these stories as a full-time author is a dream come true! Splitting her time between the stunning Caribbean islands and southern California, and always busy writing her next novel, Zuri still loves to connect with readers via Zuri@ZuriDay.com.
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"Let's go down the road and have a drink." Drake Wines Resort and Spa co-owner and executive, thirty-two-year-old Donovan Drake, eyed his prey with a serious expression, barely stopping himself from licking his lips and releasing a groan in anticipation of how the evening might end. That was if he had his way.
His target's eyes twinkled with humor as she contemplated the remark. "You're asking me to leave one of Southern California's most coveted resorts—" she waved her hand around the room "—featuring award-winning vineyards, to go somewhere else for a glass of wine?" Donovan smiled. The woman sitting across from him had a point. For the fifth year in a row, an assortment of Drake Wines had placed first in several categories at the Monterey Wine Festival, the California Beer and Wine Festival, the Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival and the Food and Wine Classic in Aspen, Colorado. The latter had led to an unprecedented six-page spread in the prestigious Food and Wine Magazine, a fact that had delighted his sister and director of PR, Diamond, whose wedding announcement and subsequent celebration had placed him near this dark-chocolate morsel.
"You're right, of course. There are no better wines than those in our vineyard. But when it comes to privacy, and particularly when it comes to not having the one-and-only Genevieve Drake, otherwise known as my mother, all up in my affairs, that is something else entirely."
"We're just talking. Why would you care if your mother sees that?"
"Because I'm male and you're female. That alone makes you immediately of interest where my mother is concerned." Marissa Hayes's look was a mix of mild confusion and skepticism. "She sees every woman her sons entertain, even in conversation, as potential marriage material. If we stay here it won't be long before she waltzes over to begin her informal interrogation."
"That is not how she appeared during the introductions," Marissa countered. "In fact, considering the force of the Drake name in the wine industry and beyond, and given Diamond's vivacious personality, I was surprised at how soft-spoken and laid-back she seems to be."
"Don't let those genteel manners and the velvet glove fool you. There's an iron fist shielded inside it and a shrewd, calculating mind behind that soft smile."
Marissa fiddled with one of her curly black locks as she took in the scenery, discreetly searching for the classy lady she'd learned was Donovan, Diamond and their younger brother Dexter's mom. While doing so, she also took in the well-appointed great room ensconced within the luxurious walls of the Drake estate; its soft ivory silk was a perfect backdrop to the velvet-covered chaises, brocade wingbacks and low-slung sectional clothed in antique damask. The ebony and ivory keys of the baby grand anchoring the other end of the room were being tickled by a very capable pianist. The nimble fingers of the young blonde who'd been introduced as a former prodigy effortlessly blended yesterday's sounds of Duke and Ella with today's George Benson, Kenny G and Esperanza Spalding. When she shifted her eyes from the piano player, they landed on Donovan's mother, a vision of sophistication in burgundy silk and silver accessories. She turned her head slightly toward Donovan and lifted her champagne flute. "I'm afraid you may be right, Mr. Drake. We're getting ready to have company."
Donovan didn't have to turn around to know who was approaching. Genevieve Drake had spotted them and was making the proverbial beeline for a closer examination of the woman who had held the attention of her son for longer than five minutes.
"Ah, there you are!" Genevieve Drake's carriage was one of pride and confidence as she reached her son and stepped in for a hug. A refined-looking lady with strong, vibrant features, long black hair streaked with gray and a slim, short frame, she exuded maternal comfort even as subtle hints of fire came through. "I think Keely did a fabulous job, don't you?"
"I do," Donovan said, looking around and raising his glass to Dexter, his perpetual-playboy brother holding court amid a circle of lovelies on the other side of the room. "But then again, we'd expect nothing less of Kathleen's daughter."
"Indeed."
Kathleen Fitzpatrick was a longtime Drake employee whose fire was less like subtle flickers and more like a burning flame. She'd begun her employ more than twenty-five years ago, working in various capacities based on need. For the past several years she'd worked in the PR and marketing department as Donovan's sister Diamond's assistant. Fiercely loyal and all about family, she'd been delighted when Diamond decided to hire her up-and-coming party-planner daughter for the fete to celebrate her highly talked about engagement to construction mogul Jackson "Boss" Wright. With a nod to the month and the moment, Keely's theme had revolved around hearts, with the symbol showing up in unique and creative ways around the room: ice sculptures; ice cubes; floral centerpieces; and, Genevieve's favorite, the keepsake candles that would go home with each guest. The color palette boasted almost every shade of red imaginable and, paired with champagne, was at once elegant and festive.
Genevieve turned to Marissa. "Hello, dear. I'm Donovan's mother, Genevieve Drake."
Marissa stuck out her hand. "Marissa Hayes. Mrs. Drake, it's a pleasure."
"The pleasure is mine." Genevieve reached for Ma-rissa's hand only to pull her in for a hug. "We hug where I'm from," she said with a smile.
"Oh? And where's that?"
"The South. Louisiana. What about you, dear. From where does your family hail? With that beautiful brown skin, those high cheekbones and almond-shaped eyes, I'd probably lean toward the islands. Would I be wrong?"
"We all landed stateside as far as I know. I was born and raised in San Diego, ma'am, where I still live." Ma-rissa suppressed a smile as she felt a subtle tug on her dress. She was sure it was Donovan's way of alerting her that Detective Genevieve's interrogation had begun.
"And your parents, they still live in San Diego as well?"
"No. My father is a minister who a few years ago was asked to become senior pastor of a prominent church in Chicago. They live just outside the Windy City in a suburb called Naperville."
Genevieve nodded. "I've heard of it, but have not been there. In fact, it's been years since I've visited the Midwest, including Chicago. I do love their deep-dish pizza. Donovan, what was the name of the restaurant we visited, what, ten years ago?"
"I don't remember, Mom. But speaking of food, Ma-rissa and I were—"
"Oh, it doesn't matter," Genevieve went on. She did a surreptitious sweep of Marissa from head to toe. "Of course, with your stunning hourglass figure, you probably stay away from such calorie-laden treats."
"Probably not as much as I should."
"Hmm. I must say it is wonderful to talk with someone without having to look up continually. All of my children took after their father in that regard. What are you, five-three, four?"
"Okay, Mom. Let's not continue this round of twenty questions."
"How else does one get to know their guests?" Gen-evieve asked dryly with raised brow.
Marissa chuckled. "Really, Donovan. It's okay." Looking at Genevieve, she continued, "I understand completely. I'm five foot four and also the shortest one in my family, not counting my cousins or my nephew, who just turned two."
"Ha!" Genevieve's twinkling eyes signaled how much she was enjoying the conversation. "So you have siblings."
"A brother, who is older than me. He and his family live in Baltimore, Maryland, where his wife is from."
Donovan cleared his throat. Marissa hid another smile behind a sip of sparkling chardonnay, a Drake Wines favorite. Genevieve barreled on determinedly. "How do you know Diamond, dear?"
"I haven't had the pleasure of really getting to know her yet. I work for Boss Wright as his executive assistant."
"Really?" Genevieve didn't try to hide her surprise or heightened interest. "How long have you worked for him?"
"Okay, Mom. I think that's enough for one evening."
"I'm simply curious that someone as beautiful as this young lady didn't try and snap up one of the country's most eligible bachelors for herself." She turned still-sparkling eyes on Marissa and lowered her voice as if they were two longtime pals. "Or did you?" She winked, letting Marissa know that she was teasing, and continued talking, as if trying to get under her eldest son's skin.
It was working.
Donovan didn't think for one minute that his shrewd mother was joking. He believed he knew the questions his mother wasn't asking: Had Marissa ever been interested in Jackson Wright? Had Jackson ever been interested in Marissa? Had Jackson and Marissa ever slept together? If so, why? If not, why? Was Donovan interested in Marissa? And if so, how fast could Genevieve do a background check?
"You know what they say about curiosity," Donovan drawled, gently taking his mother's shoulders and steering her away from Marissa. "It killed the cat." He kissed her on the top of her head. "We're going to check out the dessert buffet," he offered, to keep his mother from feeling totally dismissed.
"Enjoy your evening," Genevieve said over her shoulder to Marissa. "We'll talk again."
After Donovan had deposited Genevieve into the safe and capable hands of his father, Donald, he returned to where Marissa still stood. "Now you understand why I want to sample ...
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.
Series improving...
By Toni Campbell
This book continues the Drakes of California series Day started with Diamond Dreams. The Drakes are a multi-generational family that own a vineyard in Napa Valley. At his sister Diamond's engagement party, a woman catches the eye of Donovan Drake. He invites her to another winery for a drink in order to get to know her better away from his mother's inquisitive stare, and she agrees but never shows up.
Marissa Hayes' reasons for standing Donovan up are for his own good, she believes. But four months later, when her boss (Diamond's new husband) volunteers her services when Donovan's company is in a bind, she has to come to grips with her past and her attraction for her temporary boss.
In the first book in the series, the suspenseful part of the story was resolved a little quickly for me, but it was handled much better this time around. As always, learning about the winery business and the rich history of the Drake family makes this a well-rounded tale.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
Never Judge A Book By It's Cover
By Alana J. Stoner
They say you shouldn't judge a book by it's cover, and this book proves that the saying is spot on. This is the first book I've read by this author. I hadn't heard of Zuri Day until I received a package from my book club. I didn't read it immediately because I hadn't heard of her. However, when I got around to reading it, I couldn't help but wonder, "when is this book going to end?" It wasn't terrible, but it certainly doesn't make me want to willingly read another book by her.
I found the relationship between Donovan and Marissa to be slightly forced. For me, there was no chemistry between these two. At one point the author is trying to get her readers to believe that Marissa has a wall up and won't let Donovan in, but in reality, there is no wall. The fear that she has doesn't feel authentic either. In the end, I didn't feel like I knew these people as a couple, they didn't match to me.
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
Love setting winery with full loving family
By Rhonda
Champagne Kisses by Zuri Day
4 STARS
Champagne Kisses is a Drake family story. Thier are a few love scenes that skimmed over with. Thier is plenty of plot besides the love scenes in this book.
It also deals with a lot of issues that are happening in this modern world. Like stalking, privacy when you are alone is not always safe as you think. hidden pictures take and put on internet. Dumb mistakes that collage students too that haunt you for years.
Being a mother of two collage age girls I worry about some of these issues for a good reason.
I love the Drake family. Thier history,thier love and support for each other is wonderful. They are welcoming people into thier world.
The Drakes inheirited a lot of property. They have built up a good business and now they are expanding even built a resort on it.
Diamond and Jackson just got married and about to leave on thier honeymoon for two weeks. Donovan Drake got a phone call from his assistant that she is in the hospital and has to have surgery.
Donovan cares for her she has been thier for decades. Donovan is heir to Drake Wines Resort & spa. He is the oldest of the three Drake children. Now that his mother has married one off turns her hands to her oldest.
Jackson said how about his assistant help for the two weeks he will be on his honeymoon she could help get the reports entered in the computer and wont spill the beans to anyone.
Marissa Hayes has had bad luck with guys. Even her best friend turned into a jerk and still was. He tried to drug her drink at a bar. But a couple saw him do it and warned her.(Yeah for them) He keeps stalking her she has already changed her job once for him.
Marissa is now very causious now. But boy she is attracted to Donovan.
I look forward to the last Drake brother I am sure that this playboy will have his own book too.
I don't drink achol but it is interesting to read about it and it's history,
I was given this ebook to read in exchange for honest review.
10/012012 PUB Harlequin Imprint Kimani Romance 225 pages
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