Description
<p>(Book 1)<br />Betrayed by the woman he loved and on the verge of destitution, artist Jonathan Martinez channels his anguish and rage into what will become his greatest masterpiece—Passion and Betrayal. The painting, critically acclaimed, ushers him into the world of fine art and allows him to realize his dreams. Stepping out of the shadows, he transforms into Phillipe, a wealthy artist and sought-after bachelor who enjoys an extravagant lifestyle—including his pick of any woman he desires.<br /><br />But when Phillipe least expects, the woman who almost destroyed him returns on the arm of his agent. Despite his anger, she awakens the part of his soul he entombed long ago. The part of him that can never forget her, no matter how deeply he buries himself in his art.<br /><br />With everything he's accomplished at stake, can Phillipe overpower the demons that haunt him and learn to love again? Or will his heart remain a shattered work of art that can never be restored?</p>
Reviews
“Loved the playful voice, and going through Suzie Q’s journey. Laced with humor, it tickled me throughout. A fun, satisfying read, with bonus dance steps—liked the twist at the end! Keep the series coming.” <br /><em>— Jason Ancona, author of C.Y.A / Covert Youth Agency</em><br /><br />“Love the concept and the voice is very relatable...I was hooked, and Chester won [my] affections!”<br /><em>— Vanessa Di Gregorio, former intern @ The Rights Factory literary agency, March 2010</em><br /><br />“The characters are actually well developed...the story does keep moving along for the most part; there comes an interesting plot twist near the end which I completely did not expect and which gives the story more meaning.” <br /><em>— Kathy LaVergne, senior editor, May 2010</em>