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About THE NATURAL HISTORY OF US:
One class assignment. One second chance at love. The school player is all
in. Now he needs to win back the sweet commitment girl who’s forever owned his
heart.
Justin Carter has a secret. He’s not the total player Fairfield
Academy believes him to be. Not really. In fact, he used to be a one-woman guy…and his feelings for her
never went away. Too bad he broke her heart three years ago and made sure to ruin any chance she’d
ever forgive him.
Peyton Williams is a liar. She pretends to be whole, counting
down the days until graduation and helping her parents at the family ranch. But the truth is, she’s done
everything she can to get over Justin, and salvation is just around the corner. With graduation one short
month away, she’ll soon break free from the painful memories and start her life fresh. Of course, she
has to get through working with him on one last assignment first.
For Justin, nothing ever felt as right as being with Peyton, and now that
fate’s given him a shot at redemption, he’s determined to make the most of it. And for Peyton…well,
Justin Carter has always been her kryptonite.
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EXCERPT:
“What do you think are the components of a satisfying,
successful marriage?” I ask instead, setting the paper down so he won’t see how
badly my hands are shaking.
I avoided the blatantly obvious question, but this one is every
bit as pointless. Based on our prior history, it’s almost a given he’ll say
there’s no such thing as a successful marriage. Which makes it surprising when
he replies:
“Honesty. Commit—”
“Really?” I interrupt with a laugh. “You’re gonna start with
honesty? You?”
Justin leans forward, the paper tablecloth crinkling as he rests
his elbows on the surface. With the way he stares into my eyes, it’s like he
can see straight through to my soul. Maybe Gabi had the right idea hiding
behind the menu.
“Yeah,” he answers. “I am. Look, Peyton, I know you don’t
believe it, but people change a lot in three years. I’m not the complete
asshole you think I am.” I scoff under my breath, and he holds my gaze for
another long moment before the thick knot in his throat bobs and he glances
away. “At least not anymore.”
A twinge of guilt hits my stomach. Which, when you think about
it, is so stupid. He cheated on me! But,
luckily, before I can do something even more foolish, like apologize for my
well-founded doubts, he turns back and continues.
“Honesty,” he says it again, this time emphasizing the word. He
holds up a hand and starts listing components on his long fingers. “Commitment.
Telling your wife she’s the most beautiful girl in the room.” He pauses there,
three fingers extended, and my hand clenches beneath the table. With a grin, he
adds, “Remembering what a lucky bastard you are that she ever chose you in the
first place.”
That’s four, according to the tally, and my pulse picks up speed
with each uptick.
“Never going to sleep angry.” Five. “Getting
all your shit out there before it can build.” Six. “And
kissing her every damn chance you get.” Seven.
He leans back, leaving his hands extended in the air, and I just
keep staring at his fingers. I chastise myself—stupid heart, he’s not saying
these things about YOU!—but the longer the fingers remain up, the longer
the moment stretches, the more the air around us shifts. The cool tickle of
awareness races up my spine, and as I shiver, chill bumps prick my skin.
Justin’s eyes dip to my arms. The corner of his mouth twitches
and as he curls his hands closed, he shrugs. “That’s my opinion, anyway. What
about you?”
My opinion? I’m discombobulated.
Before dinner = fully combobulated.
Now = completely and totally without combobs.
“Uh.” My head is void of all thought but I clear my throat,
grasping to pull something out of the air. Another trait to
list or quality to check that he didn’t already cover.
Since when did the player of Fairfield Academy become a frigging
marriage expert?
“Those are good,” I say, stalling as I think about my parents
who have, hands down, the most incredible marriage ever. They support each
other, they listen, and they make room for daily bouts of silliness.
Remembering a few of their more gooberific moments I add, “Laughter.” Justin
looks at me. “I think it’s important to laugh with the person you’re in love
with.”
He nods as a small smile plays on his lips. “I like that one.
You should write it down.”
Oh, right.
We’re not just sitting here, dredging up our pain-filled past
for kicks. We’re actually supposed to turn these answers in and use them to
begin our joint paper. Grateful for the excuse to break eye contact, I grab my
oversized purse and dig for something to write on other than the tiny margin of
the question sheet or the butcher-paper tablecloth. Usually I’m much more
prepared.
And much more combobulated.
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About Rachel Harris: New York Times bestselling author Rachel Harris writes humorous love stories about sassy girls-next-door and the hot guys that make them swoon. Vibrant settings, witty banter, and strong relationships are a staple in each of her books…and kissing. Lots of kissing. An admitted Diet Mountain Dew addict and homeschool mom, she gets through each day by laughing at herself, hugging her kids, and watching way too much Food Network with her husband. She writes young adult, new adult, and adult romances, and LOVES talking with readers!
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