A Surprise Favor (The Amagi Series, #4)
A tangled web of love, deceit, and redemption...
Will Skylar lose everything in a high-risk game of cat and mouse?
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A sought-after getaway. A mother’s relentless vengeance. A desperate pursuit to unveil buried secrets…
Skylar Kawabata longs for a peaceful retreat at the lavish Lee villa on Laguna, seeking sun, surf, delicious food, and friendly company to escape her woes. But when she crosses paths with an old flame during an impromptu celebration, their reunion forces her to reevaluate her connections — particularly as Takemo enters the scene once again. Once an adversary, Takemo has since evolved into a kind-hearted, resourceful, and charismatic man who captures Skylar’s attention even though he infuriates her.
Yet Skylar’s supposed haven is far from serene. A vengeful lawsuit from her own mother sends her life into a tailspin, and she must act fast to salvage her reputation or risk losing everything. Teaming up with her new head of security — a former foe turned ally — Skylar embarks on a crucial mission to retrieve backup drives that hold evidence of her troubled childhood.
As lethal foes close in, Skylar is confronted with her darkest memories while striving to shield all she holds dear. Can she outwit her relentless pursuers and obtain the crucial proof, or will she lose everything in a high-risk game of cat and mouse?
A Surprise Favor is the thrilling fourth entry in The Amagi sci-fi romance series. Fans of heart-pounding adventures, intricate relationships, and nail-biting action won’t want to miss S. J. Pajonas’s captivating narrative.
Note: This is a slow-burn romance series!
Genre: Science Fiction Romance / Science Fiction Action Adventure / Space Opera
Publication Date: April 21, 2023
Series: The Amagi Series, Book #4
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A Surprise Favor – Chapter 1
“Skylar, this means war.” I gasp and sit up, sweat snaking down my chest, and my nightshirt clinging to my body.
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The bright yellow Laguna sun shines down, its warm rays washing over our bodies. Ahhh, perfect weather, as always.
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Marcelo hustles down the front walk to us, putting out his hands to Lia and grabbing our groceries from the trunk of the autocab. His eyes fall on Takemo first,...
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Time to get ready to party. Upstairs in my room, I find a midnight blue caftan-style gown in my closet for the evening.
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Before long, the party is in full swing. More people show up, and the staff members are dishing out meals left and right.
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Declan meets me at a candlelit table on the far side of the pool with a plate of barbecue food. Mmmm.
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I hustle to catch up to Takemo at the back door. “Hey, we need to talk.” I grab his arm and maneuver him down the hall and into the library....
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I clutch the covers to my chest and stare at the ceiling. Holy shit. Did I really make Takemo a part of my network last night?
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Takemo reaches out and places a hand on my back. “Are you okay?” “No. Not really.” I close my eyes and tip my face up. “But I knew it was...
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Nina slips her sunglasses into her pocket. “Sorry. I tried to be here yesterday, but it turns out that getting discharged from the military is a lot more paperwork than...
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Downstairs, I sit at the kitchen island with painkillers and an ice pack for my wrist. “Let’s deal with one thing at a time, shall we? Nina first,” I tell...
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After my nap, I shower, dress, and meet Nina Correa, Amira, and Kenzie out on the back patio. My giant sunhat keeps the harsh rays off my skin and the...
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The beach house stands out like a beacon, drawing the eye with its striking architecture. I gaze out the window of the car, feeling a mix of emotions.
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I bake on the beach throughout the afternoon, and then Saif, Kalvin, and Takemo head back to the Lee villa while Nina and I stay behind. I wish she would...
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I’m awakened in the night by doors slamming. Gasping, I sit up straight in bed.
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What can I do? I mull over the question on the return trip to the villa.
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The house is quiet when we arrive. I expected a noisy and vibrant atmosphere with people cooking and hanging out, but the kitchen is empty.
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I trudge up the stairs, my whole body one big mess of knots. Maybe I could nap.
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I’m not sure what to expect at a gun range on Laguna, but I shouldn’t be too surprised. As much as I hate weapons, the rich have a fascination with...
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As the car approaches the data center, my stomach twists with nerves. It’s huge.
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“What do we do?” I ask Carlos. He stands and presses his hand to his mouth, his eyes searching back and forth.
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By the time the car pulls up at Declan’s house, the sun is low in the sky and the heat of the day is ebbing away. But the anger and...
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I struggle to break free from his grip, but he’s too strong, his body an immovable wall of muscle and bone. His hand clamps onto my wrist like a vice,...
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“Someone nearly assassinated her on the beach outside of my house, and you can’t help me?” Declan’s voice booms down the hospital hallway with a thunderous intensity that’s new to...
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We hasten to a different room in the hospital, and I get dressed. Out the window, the sky is a delicate pink and light blue, with traces of orange near...
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“What do we do?” I ask Nina, peering out over the crowd. “We find another way around.” She rises to her tiptoes and scans the area.
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We make our way to Alejandro, who leads us through a service door in the back of the bakery. “Good luck.
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After a brief rest, we leave the jewelry store and hurry through the busy mall. It’s now mid-morning shopping time, and everyone is out and about.
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Ricardo Nine flips over the gun and hands it to Nina. “I think this belongs to you."
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The intruder steps forward into the light, his movements silent and deadly. I freeze, wishing I could disappear.
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Police officers take photos of the crime scene, flashing and popping lights illuminating the bullet holes in the walls and furniture. I try not to look too closely at them...
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The airlock door opens on a beautiful Ossun day, and Vivian stands on the tarmac, waiting. She throws her hands in the air.
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