21.   Lindsey watched, fascinated, as the strong hands moved with surprising gentleness.

22.   As his strong hands began to gently sponge the sand and sea water from her trembling body her emotions seemed to be spinning out of control.

23.   Sister moved quickly, but it was other hands that helped her to her feet, strong male hands.

24.   A strong hand closed around her arm, making her jump.

25.   A strong hand caught her elbow.

26.   Again she tried to turn from him, but again strong hands stopped her.

27.   Strong hands gripped her shoulders.

28.   Two strong hands shot out to steady her.

29.   Flustered, she handed him her case and he took it with a strong hand, his face hard.

30.   He stepped closer, unsmiling, slowly slid strong hands on her waist.