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A Palette for Love
Art historian Chloé Devereaux needs a job, and she wants it to be in her hometown of New Orleans. She interview s for a position as an assistant at a prestigious art dealership run by the Winters Corporation—specifically, the beautiful, ruthless, and alluring Amelia Winters.
Amelia intrigues Chloé—and intimidates her. After she hires Chloé, Amelia insists that her assistant dress the part, and takes her on a whirlwind makeover and shopping spree. Before Chloé know s it, she is wearing designer clothes and barely recognizes herself in the mirror. Chloé’s friends and family are worried, and they warn her that Amelia is a lady killer. Chloé does her best to ignore them, reasoning that her relationship with Amelia is purely professional…or is it? Is Chloé’s growing regard for Amelia something more than friendship? Are her friends and family right? Should Chloé steer clear?
Amelia intrigues Chloé—and intimidates her. After she hires Chloé, Amelia insists that her assistant dress the part, and takes her on a whirlwind makeover and shopping spree. Before Chloé know s it, she is wearing designer clothes and barely recognizes herself in the mirror. Chloé’s friends and family are worried, and they warn her that Amelia is a lady killer. Chloé does her best to ignore them, reasoning that her relationship with Amelia is purely professional…or is it? Is Chloé’s growing regard for Amelia something more than friendship? Are her friends and family right? Should Chloé steer clear?
240 pages, Paperback
First published November 15, 2016
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About the author
Charlotte Greene
13 books41 followersCharlotte Greene grew up in the American West in a loving family that supported her earliest creative endeavors. She began writing as a teenager and has never stopped. She now holds a doctorate in English, and she teaches a wide variety of courses in literature and women’s studies at a regional university in the South. When she’s not teaching or writing her next novel, she enjoys playing video games, traveling, and brewing hard cider. Charlotte is a longtime lover and one-time resident of the City of New Orleans. While she no longer lives in NOLA, she visits as often as possible.
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April 8, 2019
'Netgalley ARC provided by The Publisher in exchange for a fair and honest review'
Fantastic ain't the word i want to use at the moment but i had to find one and that is how good the writing,editing and pacing are in this story. Now on the topic of art:- it is pretty dawn good-- sometimes predominantly monochromatic and with the different washes of colors that is mention in this artful/culturally and rich history of the place and areas in Louisiana which takes us to how both leading characters met and even grew very close. This storyline was well done by the author in developing both characters which also had great chemistry with everyone involve that i did not want it to end because this book ooze with so much confidence,statue,good family and friend drama along with a side story which made it even much better than i expected it to be and i think readers will too. Cute ending also and kudos to the author for writing such an incredible book. Highly recommend to everyone!
Fantastic ain't the word i want to use at the moment but i had to find one and that is how good the writing,editing and pacing are in this story. Now on the topic of art:- it is pretty dawn good-- sometimes predominantly monochromatic and with the different washes of colors that is mention in this artful/culturally and rich history of the place and areas in Louisiana which takes us to how both leading characters met and even grew very close. This storyline was well done by the author in developing both characters which also had great chemistry with everyone involve that i did not want it to end because this book ooze with so much confidence,statue,good family and friend drama along with a side story which made it even much better than i expected it to be and i think readers will too. Cute ending also and kudos to the author for writing such an incredible book. Highly recommend to everyone!
October 29, 2016
As I read this melodrama/light bondage erotica novel I kept having flashbacks of another novel I read told in the first person which was a runaway best seller. An innocent beauty goes to work for a mega wealthy entrepreneur. After much blushing, weeping and "oh my" moments, the beauty falls under the spell of her boss much to the concern and horror of her friends and family. The parallels between Chloe and Ana and Amelia and Christian felt obvious. In my mind I was reading a lesbian version of Fifty Shades of Grey.
Chloe might be more educated than the hopeless and hapless Ana in FSOG but thanks to first person narrative she comes across as equally immature and innocent and frustratingly naive. It may be me but while this point of view works well in YA novels it reduces adult characters to their sixteen year old selves. It also limits our understanding of the actions and thoughts of Amelia, a woman of indeterminate age who has a whole knitting basket full of personal issues which are touched on but not fully explored. We never really get to know Amelia or her backstory. Dangers from her past are touched on but left dangling, frustratingly so. I’d like to say I look forward to seeing her side of this relationship in the sequel to A Palette of Love but I don’t think I can handle all the crying and blushing so will give it a pass. I will say the sex scenes were excellent and kept this book from being a one star read.
ARC received from publisher via NetGalley for review.
Chloe might be more educated than the hopeless and hapless Ana in FSOG but thanks to first person narrative she comes across as equally immature and innocent and frustratingly naive. It may be me but while this point of view works well in YA novels it reduces adult characters to their sixteen year old selves. It also limits our understanding of the actions and thoughts of Amelia, a woman of indeterminate age who has a whole knitting basket full of personal issues which are touched on but not fully explored. We never really get to know Amelia or her backstory. Dangers from her past are touched on but left dangling, frustratingly so. I’d like to say I look forward to seeing her side of this relationship in the sequel to A Palette of Love but I don’t think I can handle all the crying and blushing so will give it a pass. I will say the sex scenes were excellent and kept this book from being a one star read.
ARC received from publisher via NetGalley for review.
June 10, 2017
A Palette for Love is a well-written character-driven erotic romance with some elements of BDSM. The characterization is very good, and the plot is solid and interesting. I liked the setting a lot as well. The chemistry between the protagonists really worked. Only one thing was a bit of a let down for me -- although the ending is fine, not all subplots/issues/problems were resolved before it, which means that I have to wait for yet another sequel -- I already have a list *sigh*.
But despite my objection, I really liked this book, so I am really looking forward to the sequel Canvas for Love, which unfortunately will not arrive until July next year.
4 stars
Oct 9, 2016
*ARC provided by publisher via NetGalley*
But despite my objection, I really liked this book, so I am really looking forward to the sequel Canvas for Love, which unfortunately will not arrive until July next year.
4 stars
Oct 9, 2016
*ARC provided by publisher via NetGalley*
October 15, 2016
There is something about lesbian romances that's so alluring, as when one woman is characterized as being 'cold, distant and ruthless' while the other is completely obsessed with her. It's even more exquisite when it is wholly inappropriate or the goal is simply unattainable. And so it was with such giddy anticipation (and high expectations) that I approached this book. For half of the book, I thought I was well on my way to romantic heaven. But it all came crashing down at 49%. Okay, I might have been exaggerating a bit and it prolly wasn't that bad. ;) But when the illusion of invincibility is irrevocably shattered (in the silliest way possible, I might add), it might as well have been.
Chloe Devereaux, fresh from Paris and armed with a doctorate in Art History and various internships from prestigious museums, is hired as the personal assistant of an art dealer. Not exactly what she had trained years for, but the pay is good and she's desperate to come back to New Orleans. Said art dealer, Amelia Winters is the quintessential unattainable goddess. Rich beyond imagination, cold as ice, and with a player reputation to boot, she's about as off-limits to Chloe as anyone can possibly be. She's also a lesbian while Chloe isn't.
The entire book is from Chloe's point of view (first person, :( ), with the weird exception of a couple of paragraphs from someone else's. Chloe's gradually intensifying and very confusing (to herself) attraction to Amelia is very well delineated in the first half of the book. All that sexual tension, sparks and confusing signals going around make for a tense, edgy read. (Though there was an overabundance of sobbing (Chloe, Chloe's friend, Chloe again, Chloe's other friend) and furious blushing)...and then...the totally uncharacteristic and incomprehensible happens. And so I spent the rest of the book trying to figure out the how and the why. And I never did find out....because the second half of the book is like a mundane reality TV show where we see Amelia and Chloe go about their day, look for houses, visit the relatives, etc. I know this is supposed to be the part where they 'develop their relationship' but it sure doesn't feel like it. More like just a lot of physical manifestations of it. :) Even the all-important art fades into the background, replaced by hot sex. Lots of it. ;) Oh, there was a bit of suspense as Amelia's past comes back to bite her. And how Amelia and Chloe react to . There's also a bit of mystery regarding Amelia's 'affliction'. But neither plot threads are resolved in this book. Such a promising start, but a very average end. I mean, end for now, because there is apparently a sequel. :(
3.75 stars (4.5 for the first half, 3 for the second)
ARC from Netgalley and BSB
P.S. Love the cover though. Another reason why I picked this book.
Chloe Devereaux, fresh from Paris and armed with a doctorate in Art History and various internships from prestigious museums, is hired as the personal assistant of an art dealer. Not exactly what she had trained years for, but the pay is good and she's desperate to come back to New Orleans. Said art dealer, Amelia Winters is the quintessential unattainable goddess. Rich beyond imagination, cold as ice, and with a player reputation to boot, she's about as off-limits to Chloe as anyone can possibly be. She's also a lesbian while Chloe isn't.
The entire book is from Chloe's point of view (first person, :( ), with the weird exception of a couple of paragraphs from someone else's. Chloe's gradually intensifying and very confusing (to herself) attraction to Amelia is very well delineated in the first half of the book. All that sexual tension, sparks and confusing signals going around make for a tense, edgy read. (Though there was an overabundance of sobbing (Chloe, Chloe's friend, Chloe again, Chloe's other friend) and furious blushing)...and then...the totally uncharacteristic and incomprehensible happens. And so I spent the rest of the book trying to figure out the how and the why. And I never did find out....because the second half of the book is like a mundane reality TV show where we see Amelia and Chloe go about their day, look for houses, visit the relatives, etc. I know this is supposed to be the part where they 'develop their relationship' but it sure doesn't feel like it. More like just a lot of physical manifestations of it. :) Even the all-important art fades into the background, replaced by hot sex. Lots of it. ;) Oh, there was a bit of suspense as Amelia's past comes back to bite her. And how Amelia and Chloe react to . There's also a bit of mystery regarding Amelia's 'affliction'. But neither plot threads are resolved in this book. Such a promising start, but a very average end. I mean, end for now, because there is apparently a sequel. :(
3.75 stars (4.5 for the first half, 3 for the second)
ARC from Netgalley and BSB
P.S. Love the cover though. Another reason why I picked this book.
November 11, 2016
3 1/2 Stars. This is the first book I have read by Greene. I thought it was really steamy and pretty well written too. I noticed some comments that said this was a little 50 Shades-ish, and I agree with that. Except, the main character was better written, I didn't roll my eye's half the time, and this is much lighter kink.
The story is told in first person, through the eyes of Chloe. Chloe is a doctor of Art History, and desperately needs a job in her hometown of New Orleans. She is hired by the sexy, rich, and mysterious Amelia. Chloe is over qualified for the job of assistant to Amelia, but the money is too good to pass up. The more they work together, the more an attraction grows. Is there a potential for a relationship, or will Amelia's playgirl reputation come to fruition?
I know some people don't care for first person books as much, but it worked well for this book. Amelia is a mysterious character, and not knowing what she was thinking added a little needed suspense to things. I do have to admit, in the beginning I though Amelia might be a little unstable, but as the book went on you realize she really just has some issues, and I liked her more. Chloe, was much more likeable, but she is a bit of a pushover and I wanted to yell at her more than once.
I think most people will enjoy the romance aspects of this book. Especially, if you like your sex scenes steamy. The characters had obvious chemistry and that helped a lot.
This is the first book in a series. While a few questions are unanswered, and a plot point left open, most of the book was pretty well wrapped up in the end. I feel comfortable telling people to read this now. There is no huge cliffhangers that will drive you nuts waiting for the next book. You will want to read the next book, but I think Greene ended this as well as you can, for a series, in respect to her readers.
An ARC was given to me by Bold Strokes Books, for a honest review.
The story is told in first person, through the eyes of Chloe. Chloe is a doctor of Art History, and desperately needs a job in her hometown of New Orleans. She is hired by the sexy, rich, and mysterious Amelia. Chloe is over qualified for the job of assistant to Amelia, but the money is too good to pass up. The more they work together, the more an attraction grows. Is there a potential for a relationship, or will Amelia's playgirl reputation come to fruition?
I know some people don't care for first person books as much, but it worked well for this book. Amelia is a mysterious character, and not knowing what she was thinking added a little needed suspense to things. I do have to admit, in the beginning I though Amelia might be a little unstable, but as the book went on you realize she really just has some issues, and I liked her more. Chloe, was much more likeable, but she is a bit of a pushover and I wanted to yell at her more than once.
I think most people will enjoy the romance aspects of this book. Especially, if you like your sex scenes steamy. The characters had obvious chemistry and that helped a lot.
This is the first book in a series. While a few questions are unanswered, and a plot point left open, most of the book was pretty well wrapped up in the end. I feel comfortable telling people to read this now. There is no huge cliffhangers that will drive you nuts waiting for the next book. You will want to read the next book, but I think Greene ended this as well as you can, for a series, in respect to her readers.
An ARC was given to me by Bold Strokes Books, for a honest review.
October 29, 2016
A Palette for Love by Charlotte Greene
My Review
Chloe Devereaux has come home from studying in Paris to find a job as a historian. With no jobs available in her home town of New Orleans she decided to broaden her career focus.
Enter Amelia Winters. Amelia owns her own art dealership and hires Chloe on the spot as her new assistant. She's is know for being quite the bachelorette and seducing her assistants. But Chloe is different and she feels things for her she hasn't felt before. Chloe definitely feels the attraction straight away and much to the disapproval of her family decides to pursue a relationship with Amelia.
A palette for love is written from Chloe's POV. I normally like to have both Protagonist's point of view because I get a better understanding of their relationship however this was written well and I enjoyed reading Chloe's thoughts about her feelings for Amelia. Their relationship isn't one without it's problems especially one very intimate issue that Chloe is really struggling with and it put a unusual spin on their dynamic. It was interesting to read Chloe work through this issue but this was the only time in the novel I thought it would have been good to have Amelia's POV.
I never realised this was a series until just after I started to read it and this explained a lot about the ending of the book and the unanswered questions about Amelia crazy ex-girlfriend. I do like shorter breaks between books in a series but this isn't something that's a deal breaker for me. The sequel Canvas for Love will be released July 2017.
4 stars.
Quote of the Book:
“I would rather have been dancing with you. Last night and tonight. Only you.”
ARC received from NetGalley & Bold Stroke Books in return for an honest review.
My Review
Chloe Devereaux has come home from studying in Paris to find a job as a historian. With no jobs available in her home town of New Orleans she decided to broaden her career focus.
Enter Amelia Winters. Amelia owns her own art dealership and hires Chloe on the spot as her new assistant. She's is know for being quite the bachelorette and seducing her assistants. But Chloe is different and she feels things for her she hasn't felt before. Chloe definitely feels the attraction straight away and much to the disapproval of her family decides to pursue a relationship with Amelia.
A palette for love is written from Chloe's POV. I normally like to have both Protagonist's point of view because I get a better understanding of their relationship however this was written well and I enjoyed reading Chloe's thoughts about her feelings for Amelia. Their relationship isn't one without it's problems especially one very intimate issue that Chloe is really struggling with and it put a unusual spin on their dynamic. It was interesting to read Chloe work through this issue but this was the only time in the novel I thought it would have been good to have Amelia's POV.
I never realised this was a series until just after I started to read it and this explained a lot about the ending of the book and the unanswered questions about Amelia crazy ex-girlfriend. I do like shorter breaks between books in a series but this isn't something that's a deal breaker for me. The sequel Canvas for Love will be released July 2017.
4 stars.
Quote of the Book:
“I would rather have been dancing with you. Last night and tonight. Only you.”
ARC received from NetGalley & Bold Stroke Books in return for an honest review.
November 3, 2016
This is the first book I've read by this author so I had no preconceptions about it. It is well written (after all, the author has a PhD in English) but I couldn't engage with the lead characters and their issues. The book is based on a romance between a research assistant and her boss, exploiting the power play and the tension in the differences in their relationship not only in terms of boss vs. assistant but also rich vs. middle class girl. This tension is shown in many aspects of their relationship including sex which can be characterised as mild BDSM.
As this is the first of a book series there are a number of issues (quite) unresolved so beware as you need to patiently wait until the next installment if you want to see how some parts of the plot develop. It is written in first person (the assistant, Chloe, point of view) with the exception of some paragraphs nearly the end written in third person. This change interrupted my reading flow a bit and kept me wondering if there could have been a way to avoid this because all that part of the plot comes too late in the book and too sudden.
Overall, an ok read but if you are interested in boss / assistant romances and power play in the workplace there are better examples like Too close to touch by Georgia Beers or Under a falling star by Jae.
ARC provided by the publisher and Netgalley.
As this is the first of a book series there are a number of issues (quite) unresolved so beware as you need to patiently wait until the next installment if you want to see how some parts of the plot develop. It is written in first person (the assistant, Chloe, point of view) with the exception of some paragraphs nearly the end written in third person. This change interrupted my reading flow a bit and kept me wondering if there could have been a way to avoid this because all that part of the plot comes too late in the book and too sudden.
Overall, an ok read but if you are interested in boss / assistant romances and power play in the workplace there are better examples like Too close to touch by Georgia Beers or Under a falling star by Jae.
ARC provided by the publisher and Netgalley.
November 2, 2016
*Book received by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*
I like to read BDSM stories as they tend to be more emotionally charged and their main characters usually reach a higher level of intimacy and connection that I usually cannot find in other vanilla stories. And of course, the more emotions and the more intimacy, the better. However I could not find any of it in this book.
The story is well written and it starts pretty well. However, we never get to understand the reasons why the MCs fall in love. I could understand that there is certain level of admiration from Chloe towards Amelia, but what about Amelia? What draws her to Chloe apart from her good looks?
In addition, The ending is very low key, fast and a bit disappointing as the only set back that both MCs encounter as a couple, remains unresolved.
Secondary characters are a nice touch as they are well pictured and they have a role in the story that fits them well. However there were also a couple of stereotypes as regards straight girls turned gay, that ruined the story for me.
I like to read BDSM stories as they tend to be more emotionally charged and their main characters usually reach a higher level of intimacy and connection that I usually cannot find in other vanilla stories. And of course, the more emotions and the more intimacy, the better. However I could not find any of it in this book.
The story is well written and it starts pretty well. However, we never get to understand the reasons why the MCs fall in love. I could understand that there is certain level of admiration from Chloe towards Amelia, but what about Amelia? What draws her to Chloe apart from her good looks?
In addition, The ending is very low key, fast and a bit disappointing as the only set back that both MCs encounter as a couple, remains unresolved.
Secondary characters are a nice touch as they are well pictured and they have a role in the story that fits them well. However there were also a couple of stereotypes as regards straight girls turned gay, that ruined the story for me.
October 9, 2016
*The copy received by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*
Now, this book was a fine refreshment... It's beautifully written, well-paced, it covered practically all the aspects of Chloe and Amelia's relationship without being overly verbatim and monotone. I really liked it. I loved how the writer was able to create the spell-bounding chemistry between the two of them, and the scenes - although very graphic, were able to stay alluring, erotic without being too banal...
Now, it would've been a full 5 stars had it been
Now, this book was a fine refreshment... It's beautifully written, well-paced, it covered practically all the aspects of Chloe and Amelia's relationship without being overly verbatim and monotone. I really liked it. I loved how the writer was able to create the spell-bounding chemistry between the two of them, and the scenes - although very graphic, were able to stay alluring, erotic without being too banal...
Now, it would've been a full 5 stars had it been
October 26, 2016
Gosh I really wanted more from this. It started off great. Lots of angst and drama on the part of the main character Chloe. But it just doesn't hold out. It's resolved too easily and as another reviewer stated...so out of character that it was quite a let down. It was a nice read...but nothing too exciting.
ARC from publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
ARC from publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
May 19, 2019
Yea, good book, enjoyed it. No hurdles or open ditches, just a straight run to the finish. One unfinished ending - will there be a follow up?
June 5, 2017
Hmmmm. It's a nice read though I can that something's lacking. I can see a lot of reviews referring this as a lesbian FSOG but frankly I don't get the vibe in here, yes there are a few similar things but far from it. Amelia is a weak character for me, yes she's rich and all but you can't feel her power. She's also a crybaby well I think a lot from this book is a crybaby. With Chloe she's sweet and smart. I like her.
A lot of annoying secondary characters. Meghan is one, she's the best friend she tends to overreact always. I like Lana more.
There are also scenes which I'm kinda confuse, like I don't really know want the author's trying to tell. Or she has a vision but couldn't really deliver it.
This book is very well written so I rounded this up to 4.
3.25-3.5
A lot of annoying secondary characters. Meghan is one, she's the best friend she tends to overreact always. I like Lana more.
There are also scenes which I'm kinda confuse, like I don't really know want the author's trying to tell. Or she has a vision but couldn't really deliver it.
This book is very well written so I rounded this up to 4.
3.25-3.5
December 3, 2016
I know it's part of a series but nevertheless the ending left me unfullfilled.
December 4, 2016
I got sucked into this story from the first chapter. This author's writing flows easily for me. There is some suspense as I spent most of the book wondering if Amelia was a psycho and trying to manipulate Chloe or if she really loves her. The ending is really more like a pause until the next book; lots of loose ends here. I will definitely be reading the sequel. Note: this book has some light BDSM. If one is aversive to that type of thing, I would not recommend this novel.
February 26, 2019
This book was okay. It’s well written and flows pretty smoothly. Chloe and Amelia definitely have some chemistry. Although there are really no cliffhangers, there were a few too many unanswered questions when the story wrapped up which resulted in my 3 star review. I think I will actually be skipping the second book in this series. I’m not big on series that continue into a second book... I prefer series with different mains and the original characters woven into the story. Had I realized this to begin with, I probably wouldn’t have read this one.
January 15, 2017
This is the first book I have read by this author. I honestly had no idea what to expect. I had read a few of the reviews and actually considered not reading it, due to the comparison to 50 shades. I enjoy “boss” romances, while I do not usually enjoy BDSM romances. This book was just enough not to make me want to stop reading. The relationship really works between the main characters, and the sex is steamy but not over the top. At the beginning of the book I was fearful I would not like the Amelia character, but she became more likable as the book continued. By the end of the book I had decided I enjoyed both main characters. Now we all just have to wait for the sequel. I will probably re-read this book as the release date for the sequel gets closer. I don’t see this as a book that will stick with me long-term but it is still worth your time.
April 28, 2020
This was a really good story but it missed a few key parts. It leads up to the dinner party with Aunt Kate's boyfriend but then just skips over the actual meeting of him and the dinner itself. And the part about Sara was very vague and almost an afterthought, just sort of thrown in there. The way the Charles ordeal was handled seemed unrealistic as well. They should have done more about it.
I didn't like the ending. It was abrupt and unsatisfying. I'm disappointed. The plot could have been better supported.
I didn't like the ending. It was abrupt and unsatisfying. I'm disappointed. The plot could have been better supported.
October 23, 2016
An honest review thanks to NetGally. I did really like this book; it was filled with amazing characters and the connection with both Amelia and Chloe grew as the book went on. It wasn't instant lust and love at first sight but as the story progressed so did their connection. There was one reason why this book didn't rate higher for me, and that was the loose ends. In the beginning, we constantly hear about Amelia's reputation, about her "friends" and "assistants." This was never addressed and died off as the book went on. When we hear about Sara, there is more that Amelia isn't saying and Chloe catches it but instantly moved on. The fact that this book didn't tie up every loose end made me not like it as much as I could have. If there is going to be a second book about Amelia and Chloe and all loose ends are tied up then I will immediately change my review to 4.5 stars.
June 23, 2017
This is an erotic romance with main characters Chloe (art historian) and Amelia (art dealer). Nicely paced with angst and some BDSM, however, there are a few loose ends that presumably will be dealt with in the sequel Canvas for Love - my next read. Ms. Greene is now on my reading radar. Easily 4.5 stars.
March 14, 2019
I loved this story!
Story is amazing, up and downs with little surprised here and there. I wasn't happy with the ending, but than I found that there is book #2 to continue. That made me all the happier!
I wish I could move to book #2 right a way, but that unfortunately has to wait.
Story is amazing, up and downs with little surprised here and there. I wasn't happy with the ending, but than I found that there is book #2 to continue. That made me all the happier!
I wish I could move to book #2 right a way, but that unfortunately has to wait.
August 9, 2018
This series is great, amazing, fabulous, extraordinary.... First book. To read immediately, now, absolutely, without delay! @cgreene_writer @boldstrokebooks
April 23, 2019
Didn't know what to expect going into this, but I liked it. Some very, very light kink but really a toaster-oven, falling-for-the-boss, overcoming-class-differences romance with a smart, PhD lead character.
November 16, 2016
Started well and then...
So I typically love this type of book. A hot, demanding somewhat cold new boss and the girl who goes to work for her. An immediate attraction, build up, some tension and then happily ever after. The first half of this book was promising but what happened to the second half? There are several plot devices that are not even closely explored or resolved. **Spoilers** There's a crazy ex who attacks Chloe and then just leaves town after threatening her. Nothing came of it. Amelia doesn't like to be touched while having sex. Never resolved or pinpointed why she felt that way. These are just two examples that a better editor would have caught. Another issue: Amelia as a character is never fully fleshed out to me. This book is solely written from Chloe's POV (except for one short scene from the crazy ex's perspective. Was this just thrown in as an attempt resolve this plot device?) She comes across as cold, rich and beautiful but then sees Chloe dancing with another girl and starts bawling. It was such a contradiction that it was hard to understand who the character was. Anyway the first half was great. The second half seemed rushed or maybe the author is considering a sequel. Either way I wish this had been better.
So I typically love this type of book. A hot, demanding somewhat cold new boss and the girl who goes to work for her. An immediate attraction, build up, some tension and then happily ever after. The first half of this book was promising but what happened to the second half? There are several plot devices that are not even closely explored or resolved. **Spoilers** There's a crazy ex who attacks Chloe and then just leaves town after threatening her. Nothing came of it. Amelia doesn't like to be touched while having sex. Never resolved or pinpointed why she felt that way. These are just two examples that a better editor would have caught. Another issue: Amelia as a character is never fully fleshed out to me. This book is solely written from Chloe's POV (except for one short scene from the crazy ex's perspective. Was this just thrown in as an attempt resolve this plot device?) She comes across as cold, rich and beautiful but then sees Chloe dancing with another girl and starts bawling. It was such a contradiction that it was hard to understand who the character was. Anyway the first half was great. The second half seemed rushed or maybe the author is considering a sequel. Either way I wish this had been better.
June 4, 2017
Chloé Devereaux is an art historian and is interviewed for a position at Winters Corporation, which is run by Amelia Winters.
Chloé gets the job but must change her entire wardrobe. Things start to become strained between her, her friends and family.
A Palette for Love was written in the first person from Chloé's point of view. I would've liked to have read from Amelia's point of view as well.
There was definitely chemistry between the two main characters and made the story all that much more believable.
As characters individually, I liked Amelia better than Chloé. One reason being that she let Amelia get her a whole new wardrobe and makeup makeover without any complaints.
There are still a lot of issues to be solved and questions left in the open which hopefully will be answered in the sequel, Canvas for Love.
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Chloé gets the job but must change her entire wardrobe. Things start to become strained between her, her friends and family.
A Palette for Love was written in the first person from Chloé's point of view. I would've liked to have read from Amelia's point of view as well.
There was definitely chemistry between the two main characters and made the story all that much more believable.
As characters individually, I liked Amelia better than Chloé. One reason being that she let Amelia get her a whole new wardrobe and makeup makeover without any complaints.
There are still a lot of issues to be solved and questions left in the open which hopefully will be answered in the sequel, Canvas for Love.
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February 10, 2025
I really appreciated how the characters love for one another developed over time.
March 23, 2017
This is a lesbian rewrite of 50 Shades of Grey--and I loved it! It improves a lot on the original, and not just because it's about 2 women (although that helps). It's sexy, and the characters are smart and realistic. It's a fun fantasy, and even though the sequel is not out yet, there is plenty in volume 1 to enjoy.
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