Slow Heat
September 15, 2009 | Filed under: Stuff
Hey, all. I just read the final pass pages on Slow Heat (2/10) and thought I’d share an excerpt with you. First, a reminder of the cover:
Not a bad view, really. Anyway, here’s a little slice of life from the baseball hottie Wade O’Riley:
Excerpt:
Samantha picked up the phone, dialing housekeeping for a roll away bed. While the phone was ringing in her ear, two big, warm hands settled on her shoulders and started kneading, and before she could stop herself, she’d let out a low, heartfelt moan.
“You’ve got an entire rock quarry in here,” Wade murmured, going right for her tight, tension knots and digging in as his mouth settled on the nape of her neck.
Oh God, she was melting. “Stop. I can’t talk when you do that—“
“Then don’t.” Reaching around her, he took the phone from her fingers and hung it up.
“I was trying to get a roll-away bed.”
“Roll-aways are pieces of shit.”
“But—“
“Shhh.”
His fingers were long and strong and firm, and knew exactly where to press to turn her limbs into overcooked noodles. Unable to stop herself, she sank to the chair, closing her eyes at his soft, knowing laugh.
“I make you weak in the knees,” he said silkily.
“No, your hands make me weak in the knees.”
He laughed again. “I might be buzzed, but not too buzzed to know that you are such a liar.”
And then he pulled his hands free.
She nearly cried at the loss, but got herself together. When she turned to look at him, he was headed for the bathroom, unbuttoning his shirt, which he shrugged off halfway there.
She told herself not to stare but he truly had the most glorious physique. His back was all sleek, smooth bronzed flesh, sinew rippling as he moved– “Hey!” she said as his pants dropped. He kicked free and kept walking, in nothing but black knit boxers. “What are you doing?” she squeaked, even as her gaze soaked up the fact that he had a tan line, and that the waistband of his boxers had slipped past it, revealing a tantalizing strip of paler, smooth, tight skin. “We’re not doing this, Wade O’Riley. Do you hear me? This is all pretend, remember?”
“I remember. The question is, do you?” He sent her a cheeky grin over his shoulder.
“Put your clothes back on!”
“Taking a shower.”
And then he dropped his boxers.
Oh, sweet baby Jesus. “Don’t drown,” she murmured, watching the most excellent ass in all the land vanish behind the door. She heard the shower go on and leaned back in the chair, letting out a long, shaky breath.
She was in big trouble.
All the way around.
I know it’s a long time before the book comes out, but thought you’d like the peek. You can pre-order here, if you’re so inclined.
Assuming you’ve read Double Play:
You have, right? Because I’m trying to fund my South Pacific vacay …
Kiddin’. There is no vacation. I’ve got five teenagers eating me out of house and home, literally. And if they’re not eating me out of house and home, they’re asking for help with homework. Holy smokes, have any of you had to do AP US History lately? Chemistry? You know, I already survived high school, I really shouldn’t have to survive it again …
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Stacy ~ says:
You’re EVOL, pure EVOL! Wow, I so want this right now. I’ve been crazy impatient for Wade’s & Samantha’s story, and now you’re trying to kill me. Real niiice there Jill
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 3:28 amPat L. says:
Stop teasing me with this book; it is a foregone conclusion I will be reading it! Cannot wait.
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 4:18 amJudy F says:
i agree stacy that Jill is a tease. Lordy feb???
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 4:19 amCheryl S. says:
Love that cover.
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 4:29 amI haven’t had to deal with AP US History but AP Geometry’s no picnic either, believe me.
Ang says:
You are a
woman showing that cover AGAIN and reminding us of that story!
You know we all want it nooooowwww (whining).
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 4:52 amtennismom says:
Yes I read DP & just about everything else you’ve
But I love you anyway LOL. Awesome excerpt. No way they need a roll-away bed. 
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 5:52 amwritten. I always thought you were so nice with that angelic face and the great smile, but you’re just mean.
Nicole S says:
Nice thing to read first thing in the morning! I always love seeing that cover!
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 5:52 amTerry L. says:
You know, Jill, they’re calling for a cold and snowy winter here this year. I’m totally counting on this book to crank up the heat:lol:
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 5:56 amArkansasCyndi says:
Oh wow. TOO SHORT> Give us MORE! LOL
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 6:33 amLiza says:
I loved Double Play, but really can’t wait to read Slow Heat. Thanks for the teaser, but February seems so very far away.
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 6:40 amKathleenA says:
Oohhhh, I love baseball players. Especially catchers. They have the best thighs and butts (my DH was a catcher in college, so I am a little biased
).
As for the homework thing, ouch. I’ve been helping my kids with theirs, but they aren’t in high school yet, so right now I can handle it. I would be happy to lend a hand with AP history, though. Seriously…I’m studying to be a high school history teacher right now and I already have a degree in the subject.
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 7:01 amAshley says:
Oh my! That’s a nice cover and steamy excerpt. I so can’t wait for February! It’s really not nice to tease us this way Jill.
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 7:25 amAllie says:
Torturing us this way is evil. Just saying.
I did read Double Play. I LOVED it! Easily my favorite read this year.
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 8:02 amStephanie says:
HOT!!! I don’t want to wait. Catchers have the best @$$es
Tell them to take AP Calculus and AP Statistics in the same year, that’s fun
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 9:01 amlimecello says:
Eeeee want! And heh. I’m reading Double Play now, in fact. *drool*
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 9:11 amtrish c says:
Now I have to go to work all hot and bothered. Thanks a bunch Jill!! lol Wow, I’m not kidding. Steamy!! If it as good as the first book I will be a very happy woman.
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 9:13 amBrandy says:
I haven’t hit AP anything yet, but Algebra is kicking my butt, I mean my Daughter’s. *G* Can’t wait to read this one! But, WHYYYYY do we have to wait so long!
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 11:44 amVictoria says:
I just ordered Double Play for my birthday! I’m so excited for it and all my other books to come!
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 12:29 pmTracy S says:
February is so far off!
I’m looking forward to this book; I loved Double Play!
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 1:35 pmDonna M says:
Torture Jill, just torture!!
I’d buy the book even if you didn’t post those enticing excerpts!! 
My kids lost me when they started doing “New Math” in grade school! I could never figure out why the “old math” didn’t still work!!
2+2 equals 4, right? Did that change?!! 
So glad I no longer have to worry about homework and all that goes with teens or even younger. All 3 of my grandchildren excel at math. It is all beyond me. I need my calculator for just about anything!!! 
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 2:04 pmd says:
I think I need a cold shower. That’s going to have me having erotic daydreams all day. As for the homework I feel your pain. I am proud to say I survived Not Only AP history and Chemistry, but also AP English, Calculus and AP Govt. and Am going thru for a second time..the key to it is after school help and a good stiff drink.
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 2:09 pmKimberlyH says:
I cant wait for this book to come out! I just finished Double Play- Loved it!
If you ever need help with the dreaded AP US History I can help- I am an American History teacher. Hopefully I will be able to answer any questions! lol
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 8:51 pmShana says:
Ok I am ashamed I have not read Double Play yet.. In the middle of Strong and Sexy. I have so many books to catch up on.. For some reason I don’t read much in the summer, but really settle in in the fall and winter and read like crazy.
Posted on September 15th, 2009 at 9:50 pmKarin says:
I love the excerpt, Jill. I’m really looking forward to SLOW HEAT. And, I definitely remember those subjects. Since I’m still in school, I can’t say much about helping with homework because I have my own to do while I help my nieces and nephews with their elementary school homework. But I definitely don’t want to deal with high school again.
Posted on September 16th, 2009 at 3:18 pmCrystal-Rain Love says:
I think I’m going to make that cover my wallpaper. It’s suddenly very hot in here…
Posted on September 16th, 2009 at 4:05 pm