Don’t Call Me Sweetheart

The Something Borrowed Series: Book 1

While driving over the golden foothills of California’s wine country, you may pass through the picturesque town of Sweetheart, a quiet little place that caters to the nuptial needs of lovebirds looking to tie the knot. Whether the wedding is large or small, they’ve got it all…including the men and women of Something Borrowed, a wedding party for hire service. They’ll make your special day goes off without a hitch…it’s their own love lives they can’t seem to get right.

Marley Stevenson wouldn’t dream of breaking the cardinal rule of a professional bridesmaid; never cross the line with a client or their guests. Marley needs the money from Something Borrowed to pay off the mountain of debt crushing her dreams, but sexy best man, Luke Jessup, is making it hard not to shed her by-the-book behavior for something a little more daring.

Luke knows all about risks. As a SWAT officer for the LAPD, he’s taught when to hold back…and when to go for it. Marley brings out a whole host of new feelings that have him thinking about moving out of the fast-paced city and pursuing a future with the sharp-tongued blonde who’s gotten under his skin. The issue? Marley’s determined to keep him at arms-length.

Can Marley have her cake and eat it too? Or will she forever be a bridesmaid and never…well, you get the gist.

Don't Call Me Sweetheart is the first in the Something Borrowed contemporary romance series.
It is written for an 18+ audience and contains adult language, adult content, adult humor, and mild violence.

“Weddings are irresistible to many romance fans for good reason, and this new series will undoubtedly serve as catnip. Don’t Call Me Sweetheart is packed with laugh-out loud moments balanced by emotion that rings true. Marley’s job as a bridesmaid for rent has two ironclad rules: don’t tell the bride’s secrets, and don’t date the groomsmen. Her steadfastness will be put to the test as groomsman Luke is warm, funny, and emotionally available. The truly terrible bridal client keeps tensions high and conflict simmering, leading to an epic climax.”
RT Book Reviews, 4.5 Stars Top Pick

​“Gary’s novel will delight romance lovers who appreciate a strong heroine going after what she wants.”
Publishers Weekly