Skin Deep

As exciting as a pile of cracker crumbs . . .?  Hot Sexy Romance Erotic

That's what Kyra White's ex thinks of her. Well, she'll show him -- and every other guy who's ever dumped her! Toting the book that will transform her into a sex kitten in twelve simple steps, gal-next-door Kyra sets out to go from blah to breathtaking with the help of blond hair dye and barely there clothing.

But architect and best friend Michael Romero isn't so sure he likes the new Kyra. With her fresh confidence and "come on to me" looks, she's making it even more difficult for him to keep his feelings for her under wraps, but he'd better soon reveal that his attraction runs more than skin deep because now that Kyra's making serious waves in the XY gene pool, her makeover could turn into his game over.

Skin Deep by Tori Carrington
Harlequin Temptation # 890 - August 2002
Harlequin Special Release - January 2006 Michael is an architect and partner in his firm. He's been Kyra's best friend since the firm hired her as a bookkeeper. He's always been attracted to her, and yet somehow, never asked her out. Instead, he's been her confidant and helped her each and every time she gets dumped by some jerk. Kyra is mortified when jerk # 13 publicly dumps her and compares her to a dead fish. When she finds "Sex Kitten, 101" at the book store, she's ready to makes some changes. Oh boy, does she makes some changes. Gone are the long skirts and baggy blouses. On come the tank tops and skin tight skirts, and those impossible to walk in four inch heals Gone is the long brown hair. Now she's a sassy blond. You gotta love this transformation. Michael sure does, he can't seem to keep his tongue from hanging out, let alone the effect she has on his other parts! Kyra has often had images of Michael in her sexiest fantasies. Now when she sees the lust in his eyes she's empowered. So she seduces him. When things get serious, she needs to prove to Michael that she's still the same ol' Kyra no matter what clothes she's wearing. This was a sexy, fun read. The story is fast-paced and humorous. There are definite laugh out loud and big grin moments. I thoroughly enjoyed this book

While Michael Romero watches yet another one of Kyra White's boyfriends break up with her, he wishes yet again that he were her boyfriend instead, but he and Kyra are best friends so he settles for giving her a shoulder to cry on. As usual Michael is there to pick up the pieces and Kyra appreciates it while secretly noticing how gorgeous her best friend is. Kyra decides to make a change. With a new hair cut and new clothes she intends to make a fresh start. Michael's reaction to Kyra's new look is a combination of shock, lust and panic. Every man that sees her will want her and Michael can't handle that thought. Michael and Kyra's relationship changes one night when their mutual attraction explodes in a blur of steamy sex. Striving to keep their friendship intact while exploring their newfound passion is scary and intense. Maybe what's been missing in all their previous relationships was each other. Skin Deep is a very passionate and romantic story where friends become lovers. I adore Michael and Kyra. They are so obviously perfect for each other that it's fun and arousing watching them figure it out for themselves! The other characters in the story play a very minimal role, which made the focus stay on Michael and Kyra's relationship. Skin Deep is wonderful love story that drew me in with it's witty, sexy and tender storyline, then kept me hooked until I finished the last page! Nannette
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After getting dumped one time too many, Kyra decides a makeover is in order. Armed with a copy of "Sex Kitten 101," she does a complete turnaround, and captures the eye of her best friend and colleague, Michael. He does not really like the makeover, as it conjures up all kinds of thoughts he would rather keep to himself. Michael soon becomes catnip to Kyra's kitten, and the two enter into a passionate affair, always fearful that they will ruin the long-standing friendship. When an accounting error leads to the possibility of Kyra being an embezzler, it is Michael that stands up for her. Can they remain friends now that they are lovers? The husband and wife team that comprise "Tori Carrington" have written a breezy and sensual romp heavy on the steam (and a little light on plot) about the ramifications of altering a friendship and taking it to the next level.

Tori Carrington's SKIN DEEP is the dream relationship of most women, falling in love with your best friend. Yeah, an age old plot line, but it works very well once again. Kyra gets dumped and decides she needs a change, so she turns herself into a sexier version of herself. Her best friend, Michael, can't stand other men seeing the new fleshier and sexier version. He realizes he wants that sassy woman just for his pleasure! But dare they risk their freindship to become intimate? Sparks fly off the pages when these two get together. Very steamy and very entertaining!

Reviewed by Miriam van Veen

I loved this story! It is about friends who suddenly discover they are attracted to one another. They have worked together for years, and supported one another emotionally through heartache and other woes.
One day, the heroine decides to change her looks and personality and it throws the hero for a loop. It makes both of them look at one another differently with hot results.
Some "best friends to lovers" stories can be predictable, but this kept me on my toes and hard for me to put down. I wish this had been longer, perhaps in a Blaze format, as the characters were very entertaining. The love scenes were a scorcher, and the plot different from other stories I have read. I recommend this to anyone who enjoys friends to lovers plus makeover stories like I do.

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