"...Proves to be a fast-paced and engaging read that literally has CJ and Kat leaping off the pages. The reader is brought right into the middle of the action from the first page and it tantalizes with the attraction that sizzles between these two main characters. Ms. Abalard deftly handles their instant attraction that quickly turns to love. CJ is the type of person who has hidden depths, and desires, and you're treated to a few surprised that keeps the momentum of the story going. Kat's hidden fetish is also an added revelation that adds to Poker Brat. This is a book that is sure to entertain you."--Just Erotic Romance Reviews
"Blue Ribbon Rating: 4!...A short story full of heat (and not just the heat from Kat's stinging behind either!). Kat is a woman firmly in control of herself but desires the freedom to let go of her inhibitions. CJ is just as bold as Kat, but he keeps a tight rein on his heart, until she slips under his erected barriers, scaring the dickens out of him. This high-stakes poker game involves more than just cash and a spanking, it's the start of an unexpected relationship between these two people who learn that there's pleasure to be found in the loss of control."--Romance Junkies
"4 Angels!...A short story by a new Amber Quill Press author. CJ is a cocky cowboy who wants nothing less than the opportunity to give a certain woman a spanking like none other. Kat prides herself on being in control, making sound decisions, and always winning. Only when she meets CJ, she isn't sure winning is all it is cracked up to be. With two personalities that play well off of each other and a playful side to CJ, this reader enjoyed spending an hour reading Poker Brat. Barrie Alabard crafted a light hearted battle of wits amongst the lively poker tables of Vegas, pitting two complimentary characters against one another. It was quite a pleasant game to watch unfold and the end results left me wondering who the loser was."--Fallen Angel Reviews
"The sexual tension and the sex are hot in Poker Brat. Kat has some kinky desires that she had kept down and hidden from herself for years and after meeting CJ, he brings them out. Will she let down her guard enough to enjoy what he is offering? And CJ, well, you'll have to read and find out a little more about him. He has his own faults that he is dealing with. If you are looking for a quick and hot read, with a little spanking, then pick up Poker Brat. Ms. Alabard will not disappoint you."--A Romance Review
…She was just too horny for words. It had been, what, almost a year since her last one-nighter?
She nodded, thinking, a girl has needs. Fuckin’ A.
“Why are you nodding?”
His grip on her upper arm suddenly burned her bare flesh.
“It’s nothing,” she choked out as he walked her into the elevator.
They were alone. She swallowed to see the two of them in the mirrored expanse, shuddered when one of his hands clasped a buttock.
He laughed, a rich, sexy sound that made her want to hit the elevator’s STOP button and jump him.
“Liars get spanked in my book. But you probably figured that out. That’s why you told me you won our little poker match by cheating. So you could get a good spanking.”
“Lied? No, I cheated. Honest. I couldn’t live with myself, I had to come clean. It’s not like I’ll enjoy this!”
Lord, I’m babbling.
She jumped when his large hand smacked her bottom. He laughed again.
“Yeah, darlin’ you just keep tellin’ yourself that while I heat up that adorable fanny of yours. I plan to check on your level of enjoyment once I’m through whacking you. Fact is, if I checked you right now—”
The elevator door opened to her floor. She pointed wordlessly to the right. He walked next to her, hand on her arm, her backside still stinging from his palm.
She was absolutely going to die if she didn’t get a piece of the cowboy soon…