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Accountant Harry Ambrewster volunteers to baby-sit his neighbor Lainie’s four-year old son Dexter. Harry does this not only out of the goodness of his heart but also because he’s bowled over by gorgeous showgirl Lainie. Although deeply intrigued by this gorgeous, long-limbed and sexy dancer, Harry, who’s an ultimate nerd and somewhat shy, is reluctant to make his move, feeling that nothing can come of it as he expects the two of them can never be intellectual partners.
Lainie can’t help but notice Harry’s tacit attentions towards her. She also feels a reciprocal interest, but hesitates to take the next step as she’s already had her fill of bad relationships, namely with Dexter’s loutish but wealthy father. But when this self same dangerous ex of hers turns up like a bad penny and starts raving about wanting his son back, Harry’s jolted into taking action. Leaving Dex in with Harry’s ex-dancer mother, the two of them decide to lay low at a dilapidated time-share resort in Sedona. There, with nothing but some pesky snakes and a persistent resort manager to contend with, Harry and Lainie finally find themselves completely alone. With no distractions, the growing passion between them erupts like an inferno. But is lust enough for these two disparate individuals to form a relationship on? Will Lainie ultimately go back to her ex?
Set against the stunning backdrop of a glittering and glitzy Las Vegas, Vicki Lewis Thompson continues her ‘Nerd’ series with ‘THE NERD WHO LOVED ME’. This story will surely captivates readers with beautiful romance contained within, that’s as hot as it is heartwarming. It’s interesting to read as Harry and Lainie warily circle round each other, unwilling to acknowledge the passion simmering between them just as they’re united in their efforts to protect Lainie’s brilliant young son, Dexter. Readers are sure to enjoy Ms. Thompson’s clever portrayal of Harry as the ultimate nerd who tries so hard to be brave and macho, but which has the complete opposite effect. But don’t let this disappoint you, for, towards the end this brainiac redeems himself most handsomely to the immense satisfaction of both readers and Lainie. Very skillfully, the author captures the various shades of the book, both scenic and emotional. Ultimately what Vicki Lewis Thompson excels in, besides great storytelling skills, is her uncanny knack for humor and witticisms; whether it’s the tongue-in-cheek style title of the book or bumbling villains and even more klutzy heroes, there is never a shortage of laughter and entertainment when you’re reading a Vicki Lewis Thompson book.
Reviewed by Rashmi Srinivas
for The Road to Romance
August 8, 2004
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