 Brilliant Audio presents the unabridged recording of The Sapphire Affair by Lauren Blakely, performed by Sebastian York. Prologue. Present day. In truth or dare, everyone knows you should pick dare. Truth is too risky, it gets you in trouble. But Jake Harlow had always been drawn to trouble, and maybe, somewhere inside of him, he wanted to tell her the truth. Even if the truth would lead to more trouble. As Steph marched to the end of the dock, then spun around, fixing him with a challenging stare, he knew there was only one answer to the question she was about to ask. Truth or dare, she asked, the moonlight framing her stunning, sun-kissed face, the ocean breeze sweeping through her hair, the smell of salt water wrapping around them. Truth, he said easily, reaching for his beer bottle and taking a drink as gentle waves lulled past them. She arched an eyebrow and raised her chin. Her tough girl stance, and it made her even sexier. Damn, she was hot when she was feisty. Tell me the truth for real. Did you know who I was the night you met me? He scoffed. I knew you were the hottest woman I'd seen in ages, he said, somehow unable to resist slipping around her question to give her a compliment. She stared at him. That's not the whole truth. Fine. I knew you were a pain in the ass. He added. Gee, thanks. I knew you were going to drive me crazy. You drive me crazy too, she countered, parking her hands on her hips. Sounds like we're just about even then. No, we're not, because you still haven't answered the question. Did you know who I was? No, he said, setting his beer on the railing. He stepped closer to her and grasped her bare arms. Her skin was soft and warm. I've told you a million times. No, no, and more no. And I could ask you the same damn thing, too. I could ask if you knew who I was, but I'm not asking, because it doesn't matter right now. It doesn't matter anymore. He let go of her arms and gestured from him to her. This? This isn't about who knew what when. It's about the fact that I can't get you out of my head. He tapped his skull. It's about the fact that I'm not supposed to get involved on a job. It's about the fact that even if I weren't about to break that rule in spectacular fashion, I should absolutely not break it. Sample complete. Ready to continue?