Thursday, December 3, 2009

A Black Tie Affair-Sherrill Bodine

A Black Tie Affair
Sherrill Bodine
Forever, Jan 4 2010, $6.99
ISBN: 9780446618595

Chicago History Museum costume curator Athena Smith looks forward to seeing the Bertha Palmer collection owned by John Clayworth and Company though that means potentially dealing with the man who broke her heart Drew Clayworth. The firm’s Security Chief Bridget O’Flynn takes her to the renowned Secret Closet. Athena is ecstatic as she gently touches the four dresses unaware of the toxin they contain.

Athena wakes up in the hospital after hallucinating that Drew stayed with her to help her learn the truth about her father’s alleged indiscretion. Drew believes Athena betrayed him though he has not moved past his feelings for her. However, while she was rushed to the hospital, someone stole the valuable nineteenth century dresses. Athena offers to find the dresses as she has the contacts if someone tries a sale so Drew accepts. Neither welcomes the attraction that remains strong.

The Talk of the Town in Chicago is Sherrill Bodine’s wonderful second city romance. A second chance at love thriller, fans will enjoy the rocky ride between two individuals who distrust one another as they hold the other culpable for their break-up. Although the whodunit takes a backseat to the romance, fans will enjoy Ms. Bodine’s entertaining joy ride.

Harriet Klausner

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