The Masterpiece

Name: The Masterpiece
Rating: 4.692307472229004 (104 reviews)

Francine Rivers

Feb 2018 · Tyndale Fiction

104 reviews

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A New York Times , USA Today , and Publishers Weekly bestseller

"This character-driven romance will enthrall [Rivers's] many fans." ― Library Journal

The New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love returns to her romance roots with this unexpected and redemptive love story, a probing tale with spiritual depth that reminds us that mercy can shape even the most broken among us into an imperfect yet stunning masterpiece.

A successful LA artist, Roman Velasco appears to have everything he could possibly want―money, women, fame. Only Grace Moore, his reluctant, newly hired personal assistant, knows how little he truly has. The demons of Roman's past seem to echo through the halls of his empty mansion and out across his breathtaking Topanga Canyon view. But Grace doesn't know how her boss secretly wrestles with those demons: by tagging buildings as the Bird, a notorious but unidentified graffiti artist―an alter ego that could destroy his career and land him in prison.

Like Roman, Grace is wrestling with ghosts and secrets of her own. After a disastrous marriage threw her life completely off course, she vowed never to let love steal her dreams again. But as she gets to know the enigmatic man behind the reputation, it's as if the jagged pieces of both of their pasts slowly begin to fit together . . . until something so unexpected happens that it changes the course of their relationship―and both their lives―forever.

The Masterpiece is perfect for fans of:

Clean contemporary romance
Christian women's fiction
Riveting stories with themes of faith and forgiveness

"Rivers deftly threads Roman's and Grace's lives together as they tiptoe around their emotional scars, eventually shifting into a dance of tentative steps toward a love neither can resist. Fans of Christian romance will delight in this tale of salvation through love."
― Kirkus Reviews

"Richly detailed characters with traumatic pasts are woven together with biblical truths and redemptive themes. . . . This is an amazing, beautifully written tale to be savored and pondered and shared with others."
― Romantic Times

"Readers will marvel at Rivers's storytelling arc encompassing the reconciliation of gritty past misdeeds and the work in progress of a life of forgiveness."
― Booklist

"Fans of Francine Rivers will eagerly devour The Masterpiece and find exactly what they are looking for: a beautifully written story of faith, romance, and the power that true freedom can bring."
― Bookreporter

A New York Times , USA Today , and Publishers Weekly bestseller "This character-driven romance will enthrall [Rivers's] many fans." ― Library Journal The New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love returns to her romance roots with this unexpected and redemptive love story, a probing ta...

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104 reviews

March 17, 2018

This book is MASSIVE at nearly 500 pages. The cover is beautifully illustrated with sweeping, muted colors and a graceful image of a wing. The story is about two broken individuals struggling for survival. Everything screams symbolism in this story — the hot, desert-like environment, isolated home in the middle of nowhere, magazine-worthy house without a family to make it a home…it’s all a metaphor. Supernatural moments were surprising to encounter in this tension-filled romance. Unfortunately, I didn’t connect with these characters the way I’d hoped. Due to Grace’s situation as a single mother, she took advantage of a family trying to offer her a home. I felt resentful of her entitlement! Really, how hard is it to find childcare?! If she found the living expenses or job market to be too harsh, why not MOVE? On the other hand, Roman’s success as an artist allowed him too much freedom with his time and actions. He was almost hedonistic in his behaviors, making it hard for me to want him to become romantically involved with Grace. Though the big “twist” was so easy to see (even by the first 100 pages), it wasn’t the cathartic moment I expected it to be. The flashbacks provided by both characters set out the background. I found it to be too much information in far too many pages. It would have been just as well to hear a basic summary through some dialogue or even a getting-to-know-you conversation. Still, Rivers carried the story with a sweet reminder of God’s enduring love. Gentle words of encouragement and peace comforted me throughout the story. Thanks to Tyndale for sending me a free copy of the book. Opinions shared are mine.

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Debbie Howell

March 30, 2018

I love Francine's books! I will have to say this one was rather predictable, but still I loved meeting the characters that she brought to life thru her talent of the written word. A great example of how God's grace can take our messed up lives & create a brand new us!

7 people found this review helpful

Sandra Burson

June 19, 2018

I've only read one other book by Francine Rivers and that was Redeeming Love. When I finish a book by her I feel like I have been put through a wringer and hung out to dry. The Masterpiece was no exception. I find Ms. Rivers to be a very talented writer. She does not write fluff and is not afraid to tackle some very difficult subjects. This author has a way of bringing hope into the darkness. At times I found myself laughing, but more often I read with tears rolling down my checks. Her writing is very current. She can keep you on the edge of your seat. I really like the way she brings in scripture into her story and I didn't find “it Preachy” as some people would say. I appreciate the way Ms. Rivers uses her God given talent to touch others with her artistry. I believe A Masterpiece is the perfect title for this novel.

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About the author

Internationally bestselling author Francine Rivers has published numerous novels—all bestsellers—and she has continued to win both industry acclaim and reader loyalty around the globe. Francine has received many awards and honors for her work including induction into the Romance Writers Hall of Fame and the Lifetime Achievement Award from American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW). Francine's novels have been translated into over 35 different languages, and she enjoys bestseller status in many foreign countries. She and her husband, Rick, enjoy spending time with their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Internationally bestselling author Francine Rivers has published numerous novels—all bestsellers—and she has continued to win both industry acclaim and reader loyalty around the globe. Francine has received many awards and honors for her work including induction into the Romance Writers Hall of F...

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