Heat Wave

Nerds of Paradise #4

by Em Farmer, Merry Farmer

Mild-mannered nerd, Dennis Long, is on a mission. He has been sent to Atlanta to woo doctoral student, Angelica Jones, to join the team at Paradise Space Flight in Haskell, Wyoming. But where most people see Angelica as a brilliant scientist with a promising career ahead of her, all Dennis sees is the neighborhood girl who teased him as a kid. He may be the only person in the world who doesn't want her. Or so he thinks... Angelica has loved all of the attention lavished on her by the aerospace industry, and is proud to represent African-American women in the sciences. But the one thing she isn't proud of is the way she tormented Dennis as a kid. Now the nerdy boy she once knew is all grown up and then some! And Angelica finds herself caught between the need to make amends for the past and the desire to go after the future she has been working her whole life for. But is love a part of that future? Forgiveness might just be the hottest commodity in Atlanta. PLEASE BE ADVISED: Steam Level - Hot

Genres: Romance

131 pages, Paperback

First published April 28, 2017

Reviews

[Bibi · Rating 2 out of 5]

**2.5 stars

[Kristen Lewendon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my gosh! There is so much water under the bridge between Dennis and Angie, and so much of it is deep and murky. I loved this take on a second chance romance. I adored seeing them finally clear the air about past bad behavior, and I particularly enjoyed seeing the so-called “friends” receive the telling off they so richly deserved. The end left me cackling with glee and I can’t wait to see what the next book brings us.

[Laverne Brewster · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.25 stars. I loved this story because the protagonists were childhood friends who through out their youth both motivated and challenged each other intellectually; but who fought their romantic attractions. They did science projects together, provided each other with first kisses and had secret make out sessions in the school's science lab; but in public and around their peers, Angelica Jones bulled Dennis making fun of him and being dismissive of his presence. In the area of science, Dennis Long was a child prodigy and went to college in his teens and had become and astrophysicist by earning a PhD in his early twenties. Present day, Dennis works in Haskell, Wyoming, as an astrophysicist at the Paradise Space Flight and has been sent to Angelica Jones' PhD graduation to recruit her to work their company. Dennis is torn between wanting revenge and loving her. Angelica regrets having bullied Dennis, realizes she in love with him but fears her past treatment of him will be a barrier to his loving her. The author skillfully and interesting maneuvers this couple to a romantically loving committed place where they plan a life together in Haskell.

[Linda D. Christiani · Rating 5 out of 5]

Linda Christiani

I always enjoy this author's interracial romance stories because she makes the love more important than race or outside interference this was different because it was the girl who needed forgiveness and that's where true love came in I really recommend!

[Vickie Raynor · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved the neighborhood characters and the friends which gave a homey feeling and made it easy to love Dennis coming to his childhood home. Angelica had several issues that were dealt with. The ending was heartwarming. Book was gifted to me.

[Stacy Hutch · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well written!

I loved this book. My only complaint was it is too short. The story was believable and original. Can't wait to read more of Merry's stuff!

[Michelle Olms · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

[Sarajane Garten · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loads of fun!!!

Laugh out loud and enjoy the story. Love the needs and the outright best combo of truth and fiction in this book and in the series. Makes this New York city girl want to visit Wyoming. Well, almost.😀

[Sherri · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is sweet. It is well written, smooth flowing and easy to read. The author did a good job portraying the characters and their emotions. Being a novella, it is a quick read.

Dennis was also picked on for both his height and for being a nerd. While he may still be considered a nerd, he has made a name for himself as an astrophysicist. He now has to face the girl who got away, but doesn't know if she's worth the trouble.

For as long as Angelica has known Dennis, she has never treated him well in front of others. Now that she is an adult and also an astrophysicist, will she be able to put her childish behavior behind her?

I recommend to those who enjoy second chances. Review for Mommy's Naughty Playground.

[Vanessa · Rating 3 out of 5]

twists and turns despite being a short story, curious about the twins story