P.F. Ward

It's the swinging sixties and London, England teems with treacherous criminals. Doomed to a life of crime just to survive, petty thief Veronica Vixen aspires to become queen of the underworld. To battle her way up the hierarchy, she'll need gadgets and weapons of groovy proportions. Yet finding the perfect inventor is easier said than done in a world where female villains are second-class citizens.

Alan Hayes is a brilliant inventor with a flair for far out devices, but he can't find anyone who appreciates his unique talent. After his wealthy parents kick him out, he seeks refuge in London's notorious underworld, only to find himself in a world of danger.

Veronica never realized how lonely she'd been until Alan enters her life. Though he seems too good to be true, his inventions are exactly what she needs. He's also incredibly hot, a fact her body isn't letting her forget. But past experiences taught her that trusting people—especially the wrong people—only leads to heartbreak. She's a ripe, untasted fruit for exactly that reason. If Veronica partners with Alan, will she be able to resist the temptation of surrendering to his deviously seductive charms?