Book Title: Timeless
Author: C.B. Potts
Publisher: Torquere Press
Publisher URL: http://torquerepress.com/
ISBN: 978-1-60370-531-8
Genre: Contemporary
Nymph Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs reviewer: Rose Nymph
Timeless tells the story of Justin Howard; self-taught artist and slave to his talent. He puts his work before all else in life, a fact his best friend Darlene has certainly taken note of. It’s even been known for him to lose friends because of his art, so consuming is his passion. Everyone needs to pay the bills though and with an expensive talent, Justin sets up a stall at the local faire to cash in on the pet portrait market. It’s not what he wants to do but it pays the rent and lets the public see his work.
When Justin spots Wayne Ryers slowly headed toward his stall, he sends up a silent prayer of thanks. Bypassing the stalls more popular with the local clientele, Wayne seems drawn to Justin’s display. He sees something that cannot be ignored. He’s willing to point Justin in the right direction but Justin is uncertain, mainly due to the fact that he can’t stop dreaming about Wayne. It’s clear that Wayne is serious. He brings Justin back to the city to see Ryers gallery and introduces him to some very influential people. More importantly to Justin, his glimpse into Wayne’s life has solidified his feelings. He wants Wayne badly and is finally willing to accept his help but just what does Justin have to give back in return?
Well defined characters and a vivid backdrop, Timeless is about instant attraction that quickly turns to love. Both men fall quickly and I empathized with the fear created by the speed in which their emotions develop. Running parallel with their growing love is the relationship Justin has with his “other lover”; how the people in his life inspire him to paint, while at the same time acting as a tool for the author to develop Justin’s character. I finished reading this well-written piece with a real sense of optimism for their future. They realize that things will fall into place eventually as they learn more about each other. All they need is time.
Author: C.B. Potts
Publisher: Torquere Press
Publisher URL: http://torquerepress.com/
ISBN: 978-1-60370-531-8
Genre: Contemporary
Nymph Rating: 4 Nymphs
Literary Nymphs reviewer: Rose Nymph
Timeless tells the story of Justin Howard; self-taught artist and slave to his talent. He puts his work before all else in life, a fact his best friend Darlene has certainly taken note of. It’s even been known for him to lose friends because of his art, so consuming is his passion. Everyone needs to pay the bills though and with an expensive talent, Justin sets up a stall at the local faire to cash in on the pet portrait market. It’s not what he wants to do but it pays the rent and lets the public see his work.
When Justin spots Wayne Ryers slowly headed toward his stall, he sends up a silent prayer of thanks. Bypassing the stalls more popular with the local clientele, Wayne seems drawn to Justin’s display. He sees something that cannot be ignored. He’s willing to point Justin in the right direction but Justin is uncertain, mainly due to the fact that he can’t stop dreaming about Wayne. It’s clear that Wayne is serious. He brings Justin back to the city to see Ryers gallery and introduces him to some very influential people. More importantly to Justin, his glimpse into Wayne’s life has solidified his feelings. He wants Wayne badly and is finally willing to accept his help but just what does Justin have to give back in return?
Well defined characters and a vivid backdrop, Timeless is about instant attraction that quickly turns to love. Both men fall quickly and I empathized with the fear created by the speed in which their emotions develop. Running parallel with their growing love is the relationship Justin has with his “other lover”; how the people in his life inspire him to paint, while at the same time acting as a tool for the author to develop Justin’s character. I finished reading this well-written piece with a real sense of optimism for their future. They realize that things will fall into place eventually as they learn more about each other. All they need is time.
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