The Open Era by Edward Schmit

The Open Era by Edward SchmitRecently turned pro tennis player Austin Hardy has been out since high school and its never been a big deal. That is, until he becomes the first openly gay man to compete in a Grand Slam tournament. Suddenly, being gay is a huge deal, with headlines to prove it. Unprepared for this new spotlight, Austins anxiety disorder hits a breaking point, and he trips and falls at practice. Right next to the very attractive, very talented, and probably straight

They might’ve only known each other for a month

none of the heartache…as long as they stick to the agreement

they find themselves scrambling to figure out how to work together

and doing whatever she pleases

and the only girl he's ever fallen in love with

he can’t get his first love out of his mind

But sharing close quarters and dangerous secrets only fuels the searing attraction they both try to deny

Even though humans and vampires are not supposed to mix

deserve a second chance

Dakota and Wyatt

joy-filled evening as we celebrate the release of The Web of Life with the author herself

or can they find their way to a happy ending