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Book Review of The Masterpiece

The Masterpiece
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This New York City historical novel alternates between the lives of illustration artist, Clara Darden, who teaches at Grand Central Art School and divorced mother, Virginia Clay, who works at the information booth at Grand Central Terminal. Although the women live in different time periods, both are spunky and wanting to make their mark in the world. I attended an art school in my younger days so I was immediately drawn to the Clara Darden part of the story. I won't spoil the ending but it ends in a surprising way that I absolutely loved. Once again, another great novel from Fiona Davis!