Review—Heartless
Diana Palmer wrote the novel Heartless. Harlequin Books published the book in May 2008; the novel has 298 pages.
Texas, land of wide-open spaces with oilrigs and cattle, is home for Gracie Marsh. Her stepfather adopted her after her mother’s death, growing up with his son and a soon to be new stepsister. Even luxury cannot cure all ills. After her adopted father passes, his son Jason Pendelton, sees to it that both girls want for nothing and continues to provide for them as needed. Jason went his own way in developing his Texas fortune, cattle being just one area of his growing corporate business. He frequently returns home, where Gracie hosts his parties and keeps his home running smoothly.
Gracie suffered some trauma as a young girl, leaving her with insecurities, fears, and doubts about relationships. Physical issues aside, Gracie has seldom depended on her own abilities. One night a steamy kiss with Jason not only sets her ablaze but also, rekindles unspoken fears. This leads Jason to make assumptions that lead him into the arms of a very different woman who turns his world upside down. Soon after she demolishes his well-ordered life, Gracie is kidnapped. This event brings it home to Jason, just what is important in life and that those he has lost need to be brought back home. After a rescue and other trials and tribulations, surprises and secrets are revealed and relationships and romances bloom.
Diana Palmer, is a romance novelist, frequently basing her novels in the western genre. Though this book is short, the characters are enjoyable and well developed. The story follows fairly typical romance lines, but the kidnapping is an unusual, though predictable twist. But as for those who enjoy romances, this novel is a pleasurable and easy read.
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