PICTURES DON'T LIE

Debut author Bryann’s romance tells the story of a love affair between a wealthy businessman and an artist.

Billionaire Derek Landino is dashing and seductive, drives the best cars, and goes out with beautiful women. But the prince of the Latin European microstate of Calina is much more than the playboy he appears to be. He’s also an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and patron of the arts who’s seeking his life’s purpose in the United States. He’s sworn off falling in love in the aftermath of his divorce, but then he meets Christine Dayne, an unconventional painter and art director at the University of North Carolina. He’s stunned by her beauty, but her integrity and her gift for expressing emotion in her paintings are what steal his heart. Their whirlwind romance takes the tabloids by storm, and Courtney Metcalf, a woman from Derek’s past, seeks to break the couple’s bond by framing Derek for an act of infidelity. In this steamy and exciting romance, Bryann offers a riff on “Cinderella” that hits all the right notes for fans of contemporary romance: a chiseled billionaire who’s quickly revealed to be a real-life prince; a strong, capable heroine; and appealing supporting characters, such as Derek’s pal Timothy McKenzie and Christine’s best friend, April, who get their own satisfying endings. Bryann’s inclusion of Christine’s skill at portraying feelings in her art is a masterful touch that offers insight into the character’s emotional evolution and identifies those who can see her true potential.

A thoughtfully crafted tale that will leave romance fans looking forward to more from this promising author.