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With each step I eased down a hallway filled with grand arches. A swanky red carpet led to the meeting area, where men waited for their dates. We exited the undressing room as if we were at a Hollywood premiere.New York Times bestelling author Eric Jerome Dickey returns to a character he created in his celebrated novel of erotic daring, Pleasure. Four years have passed in the life of Nia Simone Bijou, and she is approaching the height of her artistic powers. A film she has written is poised for international success, the studio is eager for a sequel, and the media are fascinated by her work. Yet her imaginative mind is wandering.Though Nia is much desired—by the mysterious, often unavailable international businessman, Prada, with whom she enjoys unprecedented attraction; by the fit local veteran, Brett, who puts her through her paces, most often during grueling road training sessions—her first love, Chris, is never far from her thoughts.
About the Author
Eric Jerome Dickey (1961 - 2021) was the award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of 29 novels, as well as a six-issue miniseries of graphic novels featuring Storm (X-Men) and the Black Panther. His works, almost all with Dutton, include Sister, Sister (honored as one of Essence's "50 Most Impactful Black Books Of The Last 50 Years") ; Milk in My Coffee; the Gideon series; and Liar's Game, Thieves' Paradise, The Other Woman, and Genevieve (all nominated for NAACP Image Awards) ; as well as The Son of Mr. Suleman. His 2014 novel, A Wanted Woman, won the NAACP Image Award in the category of Outstanding Literary Work.
