Temporary Nanny
Phoenix, Arizona Six months laterROYCE FUMBLED with his keys. Things came harder these days, even those he was accustomed to doing with one hand.
“You’re sure you’re up to living alone? You’re welcome to stay in the guesthouse.” His sister, Becca, pushed her honey-blond bangs out of her eyes. Even nearing forty, she reminded him of an exuberant cheerleader.
“Absolutely not. You’ve turned your life upside down for me long enough.” He silenced her protest with a pointed look.
At last, he maneuvered the key into the lock. He turned the knob, opened the door and gestured expansively with his good hand. His only hand. “My palace awaits.”
She strode inside and crossed her arms. “This apartment looks exactly like what it is. A furnished place to hide out and feel sorry for yourself. You need a home. You need my home.” “Like hell I do. It’s about as restful as Grand Central Station. There are kids and pets and old people all over the place.”
“Those old people are my in-laws and they’re very sweet. My kids can be a pain in the rear, but they’ll grow on you.”< ... read full excerpt from Temporary Nanny ebook
