Author: Alison Aimes
Genre: Sci-Fi Romance
Release
Date: March 3rd 2016
Publisher:
Indie
Published
Print
Length: 239 pages
Format: Paperback and Digital
Print
ISBN: 978-0-996-4683-1-2
Digital
ISBN:
978-0-9964683-0-5
HIS
PLANET. HIS RULES… Trapped by Alison Aimes is an action-packed, sexy sci-fi
that takes you to the brink of oblivion on a planet where only the strong
survive. When Bella West crash lands on penal planet Dragath25, the only thing
standing between her and a mass of brutal criminals is one of their own, a
ruthless loner known only as 673. But what starts out as a desperate trade
based on protection and raw lust soon blossoms into a scorching need that will
push them both to the edge. A tale of unbridled desire, stunning sacrifice, and
unwavering love, Trapped is the first book in The Condemned Series.
Cadet
Bella West has one simple objective when she joins the scientific mission to
Dragath25, the notorious penal planet housing Earth’s condemned. Earn the
credits necessary to save her family from starvation. But when her shuttle
crashes and the majority of her crew perish, her simple mission becomes
complicated fast. Now, to stay alive she’ll have to depend on one of Dragath’s
own. But such protection doesn’t come free.
Convicted
of a crime he didn’t commit, 673 has become more beast than man after eight
grueling years on an unforgiving, hazardous planet of dirt and rock—and even
more treacherous inhabitants. He doesn’t look out for anyone but himself and he
certainly never grows attached. So when the bold female offers him pleasure in
return for protection, he takes the deal without hesitation. He never expects
how her touch will alter him. Or the growing realization that saving her may be
the key to his own salvation.
But as
dangers mount and their 'simple' deal unravels will he prove to be her surprise
savior or her ultimate downfall? Because caring for someone on Dragath25 may
prove the greatest hazard of all.
Author Bio
Alison Aimes is the
award-winning author of the sexy sci fi romance series the Condemned as well as
the sizzling contemporary romance Billionaires’ Revenge series. A sci fi
fanatic with a PhD in Modern History, she’s an all over the map kind of woman
whose always had a love for dramatic stories and great books, no matter the
era. Now, she’s creating her own stories full of intrigue and passion, but
always with a happy-ever-after ending. She lives in Maryland with her husband,
two kids, and her dog. When not in front of the computer, she can be found
hanging with family and friends, hiking, trying to turn herself into a pretzel
through yoga, listening to a fabulous TED talk, or, last but not least, sitting
on the couch imagining her characters’ next great adventures.
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Book Excerpts
“Come.” He held out a calloused palm.
She swallowed hard, her stare raking from his
scowling face to his wide chest and muscular thighs. Payment had already come
due.
“No.” Davies grabbed Bella’s arm, glaring at
the mud man. “This isn’t right. Take me instead.”
His scowl deepened.
“It’s okay.” Bella hurriedly slid her hand into
his. Davies offer was unbelievably brave, but Bella would never allow it. Her
colleague was Council—and injured. She’d never survive this. Plus, the idea of
a deal had been Bella’s from the start. And she couldn’t regret it. Not when
they were all still alive.
His skin was rough—and surprisingly warm.
A shiver slid down her spine. So much so that
it took her a second to realize he’d gone perfectly still. His gaze locked on
their intertwined palms. Something that looked a lot like wonder etched in the
hard planes of his face.
Her gaze skittered to Davies’. Her colleague
looked equally confused.
It hit Bella then. Human contact. He was
reacting to the sensation of touch. Cherishing something as simple as the heat
of her palm against his.
A wave of sympathy rippled through her. This
man might be a criminal, but he was also a living being. One who had clearly
been alone for a very long time.
On instinct, she interlaced her fingers with
his, pressing their hands closer.
He shuddered, his eyes sinking shut, his face
tilting upward, the way a person might delight in the sun on his face after a
hard, dark winter. Her chest went tight.
After a lifetime of being just one more mouth
to feed, one more body that had to be clothed and housed using Earth’s ever
dwindling resources, the feeling of mattering to someone was unfamiliar—and
nice.
“It’s okay.” It was the same words she’d said
before, but this time she meant it. “We‘re on your side….F—friends.”
His eyes flared open, his grip tightening, more
possessive now than cherishing. All hints of vulnerability wiped away. “I’m not
looking for a friend.”
