A Portrait of Marguerite

I don't read a lot of women's fiction, but I really enjoyed this book. Lloyd has captured the angst that so many of us empty nesters feel as our one and onlys leave and we are left to flounder. To create a life separate from our children. She has a great concept in focusing on women rediscovering themselves. The loss of self is almost universal, at least among those of us who stayed home and raised our kids and now wonder where we got lost in the process. I hope her next book is about a writer!

Written like a true artist, each page adding more color and beauty to the story. I loved it. I loved looking forward to reading a little more each night, wanting it to last forever...but I hit a point and couldn't put it down--just had to see the finished portrait. I wasn't disapointed!

This book is definitely for women who are seeking to learn more about themselves and about their own creativity. It has something for men, too, but I consider it a book that any woman will enjoy because it has a strong woman's voice. It is about seeking to know more about oneself, but it is also about being able to forgive past mistakes and learn from them. It is about forgivenes as well, and the ability to grow and learn from the mistakes of others. A lovely and inspirational book.

I just finished the book and loved it, loved it, loved it!!! The story was compelling and I loved the Seattle background. There is nothing I love more than a good metaphor and each chapter was laced with them. It was delicious:))) Can't wait for the sequel...

Have a hard time finding well-written novels in this genre? Then I highly recommend this author. Her characters have depth and the story-line is compelling. Her writing is heads above most of what's out there. From the moment Marguerite walks into Henry Marsh's art class, you suspect her world will never be the same again. What she learns, however, will surprise and delight you. I found this book hard to put down.