When Harvey accompanies his sister-in-law and her children for trick or treat, his nephew makes sure he’s introduced to Castille, a man living alone in a big house nearby in whom Harvey is interested. There’s an instant chemistry between them and they agree to meet later, which is something very much out of character for the home-loving Harvey.
With his attraction to Castille burning through his veins, Harvey finds his normal, placid world is turned upside down. But when they go out together, he’s warned against Castille by a bartender. He chooses to trust Castille, but after a night together, Castille fails to contact Harvey the following day. Or the one after that.
Is the barman’s warning true, and Castille tricked Harvey? Or will Harvey be treated to a happy ever after?
Chapter 1At the sound of children’s voices and frenzied activity in the hallway, Harvey looked up from his book and smiled. The kids are always so excited to go out on Halloween. I can hear Faith fussing around them. I hope my brother realizes how lucky he is. She’s an amazing woman. “You ready to come out with us, Harvey?” Almost on cue, Faith popped her head around the door and peered in. Then frowned. “You’re not changed.” “What are you meant to be?” Harvey stared at the black wig, complete with bandana and charms that hid Faith’s normal mousy-brown hair. “I’m Captain Jack Sparrow, of course.” She stepped into the room, trinket-laden wig jingling, and theatrically brandished a plastic cutlass. “It’s a bit dated, but it’s also a bit steampunk as well as suitable for Halloween. And I l