Emerald Eyes — Jackie Williams

First book in the Hidden Gems series of standalone mystery romance. Dean loved working with London's most acclaimed jewellery designer, but some priceless gems glimmered far more temptingly than the rest. His whole body burned every time he caught sight of Emma's dazzling emerald eyes, but even while he ached to have her, the politics of a workplace romance and fear of rejection kept him silent. Until that day. That day was the day after the night before. The night Dean had almost passed out at the sight of his beautiful, near naked Emma, eyes glittering wildly as she gyrated around a cold metal pole at his local strip club. Now, after almost five years of keeping his emotions safely hidden, he was determined to not only do something about the way he felt, but also about her shocking evening activities. The jewellery might have been incredible, but the artistic limitations, the pay, and Emma's over familiar, sweaty palmed boss were certainly not. Sitting beside Dean every day was the highlight of her life even though the nightly fantasy of becoming lovers instead of friends had long since passed. Until that day. That was the day when Dean's weary eyes suddenly twinkled as they caught hers, and his sparkling proposal demanded far more answers than she knew how to give. Emerald Eyes is a sensual, feel good, workplace romance with adult scenes and language. Suitable for those aged over 16yrs who love a shorter mystery romance.