A collection of five erotic stories which include menage, paranormal and crime themes. Brushing Flesh by J. Carron Someone has stolen some erotic paintings worth a fortune and it's up to Claire and her partner to solve the mystery by posing as a married couple of avid art collectors. But when the alluring artist, Marcus - a prime suspect - asks to draw her, she finds herself unable to decline. Is this one investigation that's just too hot to handle or can Claire turn this encounter to her advantage?  Flying by Paige Roberts It isn't easy being a vampire. Though if there was one part which she'd forever cherish, it was being able to fly. Well that and the ability to ensnare any beast or man with a single touch. The rancher thinks he's safe but can he resist her wiles? Or will this creature of day and creature of night find an unlikely completion by coming together? Night on a Bare Mountain by Roz MacLeod Sex toys, sexy mags and DVDs - Steve and Tess have tried everything to kickstart their libidos, all to no avail. This holiday to rural Dorset is the last resort. When one of the locals speaks of the ancient sexual rites that used to go on up on the mysterious Bald Mount, the couple think they've found their answer. But when Tess finds herself at the centre of an orgy in her honour, she realises that sometimes one (bedroom) door has to close, for another to open.  Mermaid by Moonlight by Alex de Kok Charlie and Sally have grown up together, but he has only ever seen her as a good friend. But while on a late-night boat trip in the bay, he catches his childhood friend swimming in the moonlight and can't help but see her in a whole new light. Which means the moment has finally arrived for Sally to reveal her secret. Starring Tonight by Kitti Bernetti He has always had a passion for the unattainable, not to mention a serious fantasy for the classic, Hollywood glamour pusses. When he comes across Starring Tonight escort agency and is greeted by what must be the doppelganger of Marilyn Monroe, it all seems too good to be true. But there's no time for cynicism; Marilyn is waiting ...  These stories have been previously published in Sex and Satisfaction