I'm keeping my emotions in check until I hear Felicity sniffle behind me. The first of many tears falls and Luke catches it before it lands on my dress.

"Reagan. I'm still trying to pinpoint the exact moment I fell in love with you, but I don't think I'll ever be able to. I can't remember a time when I didn't love you. That love has grown and blossomed over time. It's the one constant I've always had in my life. To know that you love me as much as I love you, that you always have, fills my heart with joy that I'll never be able to put into words. I'm ready to spend the rest of my life trying though. I promise to show you every day how much I love and cherish you. I promise to spend the rest of my life making up for the years we spent apart. I promise to love you until the day I die and probably beyond that. The next chapter in our life starts now. Get ready, baby. It's going to be one hell of a ride."

Someone whistles. There are a few people hollering. Most of the crowd laughs along with me. Only Luke could say something like that in his wedding vows and get away with it. That's what makes him special. He speaks from his heart and no matter what words come out, you can hear the passion and love behind each one.

Damn him, though. His vows were better than mine.

When the minister finally allows Luke to kiss his bride and announces us as husband and wife, I jump into Luke's arms and let his mouth devour mine. It feels the same as it did the first time he kissed me. He's soft and gentle yet passionate and demanding. My body is flooded with desire. Luke is officially mine.

He was the first boy I ever kissed. He'll be the last man I ever kiss. There will never be a next person in line. I'm taken.

The End

Acknowledgements

I have to start by thanking my family. Without their support and love this book, or any of my books, would not have been possible.

Jeremy, you are the best husband-to-be a girl can ask for. You keep me grounded but let me soar at the same time. You listen to me talk about books and characters even when I know you would rather be doing something else. You let me lock myself away and write when I need to. Most importantly, you supported my decision to quit my job and make writing my full time career. Your support means more to me than you’ll ever know.

Nicklas, my son and biggest fan. Thank you for believing in me.

My dad, my other biggest fan. Thank you for reading my books and encouraging me to keep writing. Thank you for talking about me any chance you get to anyone who will listen.

My Mom, who supports me in whatever I choose to do. She’s an amazing woman who makes it possible for me to travel to events and listens to me talk about those events for days after I come home, once I’ve bored Jeremy to death twice over. You’re my best friend, Mom. I love you.

My readers… I don’t even know how to thank all of you. I was blessed that you took a chance on me and picked up my first book. Thank you for continuing to believe in me with each book I put out there. Words will never be enough to express my gratitude. YOU are the reason that I’m able to live my dream.

There are two very special ladies that I need to thank. Marnie Warren and Brenda Knees. You ladies are more than just beta readers, I consider you friends. I have no idea where I would be without you and I hope I never have to find out. I love you both. Thank you so much for all your support.

My Amazing Readers

Thank you so much for taking the time to read Next, A Kiss Series novel. I hope you enjoyed Reagan and Luke’s story. If you’d like to help other readers decide whether or not to read Next, you could leave a review on Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble.com or Goodreads.com.

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Other titles by Rachael Brownell

The Holding On series

A Secret Life (Secrets Duet #1)

Secrets & Lies (Secrets Duet #2)

Take A Gamble

Dark Bishop serial series

Coming Soon…

Saving Bliss

First, A Kiss Series Novel (Felicity’s story)