Catching Crabs

By Celia Kyle

Claudia Banks–human, marine biologist, and total goner for a certain seven and a half foot alien who crash lands on Earth. He's got muscles on muscles, a sexy-as-sin smile, and a love of the ocean that rivals even Claudia. He's… perfect.

 

Except… Darjak isn't on Earth for a casual visit. He's a bounty hunter on the trail of his prey worth a million credits, and he doesn't have time for the curvaceous, enthralling, all-too-tempting, human Claudia.  No matter how much his body craves to become one with hers…

 

But what happens when their duties collide? Can they work together to save the wildlife failing to thrive on the Florida coast and snag Darjak's bounty intent on destroying everything in their path?  Hopefully.  Because the future of Earth's oceans depends on them cooperating in and out of the bedroom.

 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Summerhouse Publishing
• Release date: Dec 16, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223544760

Celia Kyle

Ex-dance teacher, former accountant and erstwhile collectible doll salesperson, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Celia Kyle now writes paranormal romances for readers who: 1) Like super hunky heroes (they generally get furry) 2) Dig beautiful women (who have a few more curves than the average lady) 3) Love laughing in (and out of) bed. It goes without saying that there’s always a happily-ever-after for her characters, even if there are a few road bumps along the way. Today she lives in central Florida and writes full-time with the support of her loving husband and two finicky cats.

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