From Literary Times
The town of Sweetheart, Iowa is in an uproar. It seems Sweetheart's bad boy, Zach Crandall, has returned. The close-knit community hasn't forgiven Zach for something that happened seventeen years ago, something he didn't do. And they're not about to welcome him with open arms. But Zach is back- with vengeance on his mind and a longing in his heart. Books store owner Bess Carrey loved Zach once. It was a long time ago when she was a naive, awkward teenager trapped under her mother's thumb. A lot has changed since those days. Okay, not so much. She's still pretty naive and even though her mother is dead, she still has power over Bess. She turned her back on Zach once before and it was the hardest thing she ever did in her life. Will she have the strength to do it again? More importantly, does she want to? In this heartwarming tale of second chances, Nancy Gideon entertains readers with her flair for creating passionate characters. Sweetheart's residents come to life under this gifted author's pen. The sensual undertones of Bess and Zach's relationship, not to mention a first-rate mystery, will keep readers turning pages. It's a pleasure to see this popular historical author turn her attentions to a contemporary setting. She makes the transition seem flawless, proving once again that Nancy Gideon, by any other name or time period, means romance! Nancy Gideon's writing shines in her latest offering! A warm, passionate story sure to touch readers' hearts! You'll fall in love with Let Me Call You Sweetheart! If you've somehow missed Ms. Gideon's historicals, you will become an instant fan with this book! Kristina Wright -- Copyright © 1998 Literary Times, Inc. All rights reserved
