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Synopsis
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Clifford’s an experienced art
collector, so he’s as surprised as anyone when the $30 million painting he
just purchased turns out to be a phony. Forced by his business advisor to
work with a professional appraiser to vet all future purchases, Clifford meets
Annette – a young woman who knows far more about how the world works than
anyone expected. Sparks soon fly, and the passion between the pair deepens as
they begin to track down the forger who’s been flooding the market with bogus
masterpieces. Will Annette surrender to her feelings for her billionaire boss
or stick to her professional scruples? |
Chapters In Total
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Prologue |
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Chapters |
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17 |
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Epilogue |
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- |
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Pages |
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Note(s)
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· Standalone |
Destination
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1.
Antwerp 2.
Bangor 3.
Cobble Hill 4.
Koka City 5.
Maine 6.
Mexico City 7.
Montreal 8.
New Hampshire 9.
Pittsburgh 10.
Prague 11.
South America 12.
Staten Island |
Song(s)/Band(s)
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1. - |
Main Character(s)
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Male |
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Clifford Stanhope |
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Female |
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Annette Lehrer |
Other Character(s)
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Clifford Stanhope |
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Painting Collector |
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Annette Lehrer |
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Surrealism Specialist Feigenbaum’s employee |
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Madison Washington |
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Clifford’s assistant |
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Wilbur Ross |
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Painting dealer |
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Hans GrΓΌber |
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Painting dealer |
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Hank |
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Hans’ cousin Forger Talented painter |
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Jan Mot |
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Painting dealer |
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Moshe Feigenbaum |
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Feigenbaum’s founder and president |
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Dieter |
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Annette’s boss and mentor |
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Walther Holm |
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Surrealism Specialist Feigenbaum’s employee |
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David |
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Georgian restaurant owner |
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Shauna Murphy |
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Paint specialist |
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Tom |
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Owner of Per Se |
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Alex |
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Clifford’s driver |
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Max |
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Clifford’s cook |
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Jerry |
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Clifford’s pilot |
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Brandi |
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Millinocket Motel’s receptionist
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Brandi’s boyfriend Fetch Hans to Hank’s |
Quote(s)
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1.
You wouldn’t go buy a company without
having an advisor doing the due diligence first. You don’t approve any
investment unless the team comes to you with results of research. 2.
We can’t change what’s happened, … All
we can do is concentrate on preventing the same thing from happening again. 3.
“Sometimes it’s good when you can
connect with an artist that way and really feel what they’re about. Sometimes,
it’s not so good. I have some Picasso pieces from that era – not on display,”
… “I don’t like how they feel. I don’t want to see them every day.” … “Art does that. You live
with it every day; you absorb some of its essence. It changes who you are, just
by being there in your space.” 4.
“I think that would be all right.” She stepped
forward and kissed Clifford. 5.
It all felt wonderful, but at that same
moment, a thought she couldn’t ignore rushed into her brain: has she just
wrecked her career? 6.
Annette stood up. Her stomach sank. She
was convinced that somehow Madison had found out about the night she’d spent
with Clifford in Montreal. Despite her boss’ assurances, Annette knew their
time together was totally unprofessional. She followed Madison down the
hallway to Clifford’s office, certain that she was going to be dismissed from
her position. 7.
And if I’ve learned anything in my
life, it’s people do their best work when they’re having fun. 8.
It wasn’t an unusual story. The taste
for art seldom passed from generation to generation unchanged; the works that
delighted the parents would bore the child, while the children’s choices
tended to horrify their elders. 9.
The painter’s got an incredible talent.
But it may be one of those situations where it’s not enough talent to break
through. Sometimes people can’t afford to wait to be recognized on their own
merits. They have to make a living right now. 10.
“I think I’m falling in love with you,
Annette.” 11.
“… Someone’s stolen his entire collection
of Warhols right off his wall.” … “And he wants us to find them.” |
BOOK JOURNEY
Thoughts
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(4) You’re shitting me right?! You know
what, I’ll just pretend that this is normal and cool to get involved with
your boss. (Facepalm) —————— ΰΈ
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——————— (5) And you’ve only thought about this when
he slammed into you? You’re serious about this? —————— ΰΈ
՞• •՞ΰΈ
——————— (6) Why do you worry about the consequences
after the action that you’re taken? You should have consider that before you
sleep with your boss! —————— ΰΈ
՞• •՞ΰΈ
——————— (10) That was fast! And awkward! —————— ΰΈ
՞• •՞ΰΈ
——————— (11) Oh man! That wasn’t what I was
expected! What a weird twist! Goodness. You don’t just turn romance into thriller
or mystery or action just like that! |
Reading Experience
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I’m not happy about this book. Obviously,
I finished this book just for the sake of finishing it. The building of love
is weird. It was as if they fall in love just like that. It obviously is not
a love at first sight case. It was so awkward that I had to stop bringing my
logic to understand the story, if you know what I mean. Overall, this is
quite disappointing. Well, at least I get to finish another book this year. |
Question(s)
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Three Most Important
Concepts in This Book
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Suitable For People Who
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1. Please
refer to “Tags” |
Reading Start and
End Dates
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Start |
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04.11.2024 |
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End |
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04.11.2024 |
Reading Timeline [In
Chapter(s)]
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04.11.2024 |
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01 |
Γ |
17 |
Tags
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Fiction; Contemporary; Romance |
Pace
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· Fast |
Spiciness
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· πΆ️ πΆ️ πΆ️ πΆ️ |
Rating
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Notes
Reading Experience
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Plot and Content: The
appeal of the storyline, the depth and interest of the content, and the
relevance and accuracy of the information presented.
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Language and Style: The
fluidity and beauty of the writing, and whether the author’s style aligns with
the reader's preferences and expectations.
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Characterization and Development: The
dimensionality and vividness of the characters, and whether their development
feels deep and credible.
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Pacing and Structure: The
appropriateness of the pacing, the coherence of the structure, and whether the
plot progresses smoothly.
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Emotional Resonance:
Whether the reader can connect with the emotions, themes, or viewpoints
presented in the book.
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Visual Presentation: The
book’s design, including layout, font, illustrations, and cover design, and how
these elements enhance the reading experience.
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Personal Impact: The
influence of the book on the reader’s thoughts, emotions, or life experiences.
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Reading Comfort: The
comfort of reading, considering factors like paper quality, book weight, and
the reading environment.
Pace
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Fast Pace: The
plot progresses rapidly, with frequent events occurring, creating a sense of
tension and urgency for the reader. Typically, these books have short
paragraphs and chapters, with concise and brisk language, and frequent conflict
and suspense. Examples include thrillers or action-adventure novels.
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Medium Pace: The
plot develops at a moderate speed, neither too rushed nor too slow. These books
usually feature a balanced progression of story and character development, with
a relatively even writing style. Many literary or commercial novels may have
this pace.
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Slow Pace: The
plot advances slowly, often focusing on the characters' inner worlds,
environmental descriptions, or nuanced emotional portrayals. These books
typically have longer paragraphs and chapters, with a more complex writing
style and a lot of information. Literary classics or works with intricate
psychological depictions often exhibit a slow pace.
Spiciness
0★ No Spiciness: Completely non-romantic
and non-suggestive; suitable for all ages.
1★ Very Mild: Occasional flirtation or
light hints; very tame and appropriate for most readers.
2★ Mild: Some romantic tension or
innuendo; suitable for young adult readers but no explicit content.
3★ Moderate: Noticeable romantic or
sexual themes; suitable for mature readers with some emotional depth.
4★ Spicy: Frequent and more explicit
romantic or sexual content; intended for adult readers with significant
emotional stakes.
5★ Extremely Spicy: Highly explicit
content with detailed sexual scenes or intense emotional drama; strictly for
mature audiences.
Ratings
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0.0: Unreadable or offensive.
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0.5: Extremely poor; frustrating and
unenjoyable.
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1.0: Poorly written with little redeeming
quality.
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1.5: Very weak; minimal positives, mostly
disappointing.
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2.0: Some merits but overall disappointing.
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2.5: Slightly above disappointing; some
redeeming qualities.
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3.0: Solid but flawed; enjoyable but
forgettable.
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3.5: Good; has engaging moments but still some
flaws.
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4.0: Very good; well worth reading with a few
minor issues.
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4.5: Excellent; impactful and nearly perfect,
with just a few minor flaws.
· 5.0: Exceptional; a must-read that stays with you.
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