Passion Overtime

Suddenly, thoughts of making love to him ruled Kyra’s mind. Her heart was beating loud and fast. Fast enough to require immediate medical attention, but instead of taking a moment to catch her breath, she went one step further. “We’ve been fighting this thing between us long enough. I’m attracted to you, and I know you feel the same way.”

He lifted, then lowered his eyebrows. “I can’t stay here. It wouldn’t be right.”

As Kyra gazed up at him, her body was filled with an unquenchable desire, and for the first time in her life she decided to act on her impulse. Hooking up. That’s what the freshman class called it. One night of explosive sex without strings. She’d never had a one-night stand, but bumping and grinding at Bollito had been a powerful aphrodisiac. Mind made up, she reached hungrily for him. They were going to make love tonight and there was nothing Terrance could say to stop her. “You’re not going to make me beg are you?”

has a bachelor’s degree in Christian education and has been writing short stories since elementary school. Her love for African-American fiction and literature prompted her to actively pursue a career in writing romance. When she’s not reading or working on her latest novel, she’s watching basketball, cooking or planning her next vacation. Pamela lives in Calgary, Canada, with her handsome husband and adorable daughter.

HOLLINGTON HOMECOMING

Where old friends reunite…and new passions take flight

Special thanks and acknowledgment to Pamela Sadadi for her contribution to the HOLLINGTON HOMECOMING miniseries.

Dear Reader,

When I found out I was going to be writing the HOLLINGTON HOMECOMING series with Sandra Kitt, Jacquelin Thomas and Adrianne Byrd, I squealed like a schoolgirl! Like all of you, I’ve been reading their books for years and have enjoyed their unforgettable characters and page-turning stories. Writing with such an esteemed group of authors is a dream come true and I feel honored to have the opportunity to work with them.

I love sports, so when I learned that my hero was a buff, wickedly handsome ex-NFL running back named Terrence Franklin, I couldn’t wait to get started. After the way Terrence dogged her out, Kyra Dixon wants nothing to do with him. But as PR Director, it’s up to her to sign the popular sports hero to coach the school’s football team. Strolling around campus with Kyra stirs some powerful feelings in Terrence, and by reunion weekend, he’s sprung. Falling in love with her ex-fiancé isn’t an option, and Kyra refuses to mix business with pleasure. Smart girl, because Terrence will stop at nothing until he has her back in his life—and his bed!

Share your thoughts about Terrence and Kyra’s story at www.pamelayaye.com.

With love,

Pamela Yaye

Jean-Claude Yaye: You are such an amazing person, and from the moment I met you, I knew you were the perfect man for me. One day soon, we’ll travel back to Korea and recreate our first date. Only this time, I won’t play hard to get! (ha ha)

Aysiah Yaye: Mommy loves you very much. You are the funniest, most interesting kid I know and I feel so blessed to be your mom.

To the best parents ever, Daniel and Gwendolyn Odidison: Writing this book made me reflect about my college years, and what stands out most are all the times we all sat around the kitchen table talking, laughing and just hanging out. I love you both with all my heart and live to make you proud in all that I do.

Bettey Odidison: You are my biggest supporter, my best friend and the perfect sister in every way. I love you and am counting down the days until our next girls-only vacation together.

Kenny Odidison: Bro, you never cease to amaze me. Not only an incredible man, you’re a loving, doting father. Kayla is truly blessed to have you as her dad. Love ya!

As always, I have to thank my agent,

Sha-Shana Crichton, my editor, Kelli Martin, my critique group, my coworkers and all my friends and family around the world who support my work. I hope you know that I appreciate you all. Thanks for everything!

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

Chapter 8

Chapter 9

Chapter 10

Chapter 11

Chapter 12

Chapter 13

Chapter 14

Chapter 15

Chapter 16

Chapter 17

Chapter 18

Chapter 19

Chapter 20

Chapter 21

Chapter 22

Chapter 23

Chapter 24

“Terrence Franklin just pulled up in a yellow Ferrari sports car!”

Kyra Dixon jumped as if she’d been zapped with a stun gun. Blistering-hot coffee sloshed over her mug and splashed onto her slingback sandals. She felt a tightening in her chest at the mention of her ex-fiancé’s name and calmed her nerves with a deep breath. Masking her annoyance, she turned and smiled grudgingly at her boss. “Good morning, Mr. Morrow.”

“Can you believe it? He’s finally here. I glanced out my office window, and there he was signing autographs and posing for pictures by the fountain.” Straightening his tie, he studied his profile in the coffeepot, a wide, goofy expression on his face. When he swung back around, his smile had doubled in length. “I asked Nikki to show Terrence into the conference room,” he explained, nodding furiously. “I wanted us to have some time to go over our game plan.”