Tampa Gold

JL Collins is back with the winner of the 2025 Reader Views award for erotica.

Passion is precious but money is gold.

In the changing world, two souls embark on journeys of passion and peril that converge in unexpected ways. Christian, a disillusioned war hero, ditches his ceremonial job for a daring cross-continental drive, chasing gold and adventure. His quest entangles him in a historic crisis that tests his loyalties and ignites a fiery affair with the aloof and enigmatic Anna Bergman. Meanwhile, Alison, a physiotherapist trapped in a fading marriage, risks everything in a desperate race through her hometown, driven by lust and a reckless reunion with her past.

From tropical Singapore to the arid expanse of the Nullarbor Plain, Tampa Gold weaves a tapestry of erotic tension, political intrigue, and raw human desire. Christian navigates a world of shady deals and government secrets, while Alison's brazen escapade forces her to confront her deepest cravings. As their stories collide across time, both must decide what they're willing to sacrifice for love, freedom, and redemption.

JL Collins delivers a scorching blend of historical drama and contemporary spice, capturing the chaos of the 2001 Tampa Affair and the personal battles of those caught in its wake. With vivid prose and unrelenting pace, this tale of gold, grit, and forbidden passion will leave you breathless. Perfect for readers craving a steamy, thought-provoking saga that dares to bare it all.