Take art mix in romance and replicas. Fun!
This book looks at the world of art and the deceit that can follow it. Rosanna was an artist or at least a copyist. Her original artistic efforts had been panned by her teachers but her talent was genuine so began her career as a replicator or copyist, making copies of the masters that would be sold as copies, by her associate Anton. Sold to those willing to purchase. Through this endeavor she was able to live independently. As she tours the Art Treasures Exhibition, she meets Martin, a detective assigned to guard the valuable art objects. As they spend time together touring the exhibit and becoming acquainted, their relationship develops first into friendship and then more. However, when Martin expresses his opinion about copies or replicas of the originals the relationship begins to fracture. And when the full extent of Anton’s dealings are brought to light, the relationship may be totally and completely destroyed unless Rosanna can somehow get Martin to understand. An engaging book that will keep you wanting to read just one more page. Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for the copy. This is my review and all thoughts are my own.

This was absolutely fantastic! The plot was well-paced and captivating from start to finish. The characters were well-developed; complex, and intriguing. I highly recommend this beautiful telling of the power of love. I can't wait for more from Rebecca Anderson. Many thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the advanced copy of the book.

" A free-spirited artist teams up with a no-nonsense detective to capture a thief who has stolen a priceless Michelangelo painting" that was what drew me in, it worked so well in what I was looking for. The characters were what I was looking for and felt like real people, I enjoyed the mystery aspect and the romance aspect. Rebecca Anderson does a great job in telling the story and I enjoyed reading this overall.

"He made a sound of dismayed expectation. “Valuable? Dearest Bunny, you are indispensable. Without you, I have nothing.” He waved about his person with two empty hands, waiting until he was certain she saw the generosity of the gesture and recognized the liberality of his words. Then he moved forward and enfolded her in his arms."

Holy smokes I really enjoyed this book! Romance, action, a bit of adventure and fun banter make this story so entertaining. This is the first story I’ve read by Rebecca and I can’t wait for future books by her, and hopefully ones about Lottie and Ella!
The history came alive for me and I felt like I was in Manchester and able to walk the halls of the Art Treasures Exhibit. And while I’ve always had a deep appreciation for art, and have absolutely zero talent, this story made that love increase. Another intriguing aspect of this story was getting a glimpse of the world of art, forgery, and police/investigative work during the Victorian era.
Another weird tidbit that I completely, 100% loved about this story was how I was able to relate it a bit to the movie How to Steal a Million. This is one of my ALL time favorite movies and it was so much fun for me to find similarities.
And last but not least I need to compliment the utter perfection that is the romance in this book. Martin and Rosanna were so sweet and they were the best main characters in this story. I felt like their timeline of falling in love was believable and so well done. Their time together touring the exhibit were some of my favorite parts of the book and I loved that they were able to become closer this way.
I could go on and on how I loved this story, but I’ll just say that if you’re a fan of historical romance then this is the perfect book for you!

"The Art of Love and Lies" by Rebecca Anderson is a historical romance novel that transports readers to the elegant and refined world of Regency England. This novel is a delightful and heartwarming story that beautifully captures the essence of the era and takes readers on a journey of love, loss, and redemption.

The story centers around Caroline Jardine, a young artist who is struggling to make a name for herself in a world that is not kind to women. When she meets the dashing and mysterious Lord Nathaniel Harte, Caroline finds herself drawn to him in ways she never imagined. But Nathaniel is hiding a dark secret that threatens to destroy their budding romance and everything Caroline holds dear.

The characters in this novel are well-crafted and multi-dimensional, making them feel like real people that readers can root for and empathize with. Caroline is a strong and independent heroine who is not afraid to challenge societal norms and pursue her passion for art. Nathaniel is a complex and intriguing hero, whose past traumas have left him scarred and in need of healing.

The romance between Caroline and Nathaniel is beautifully written and develops slowly over the course of the novel, allowing readers to fully invest in their journey. The chemistry between them is palpable, and their interactions are filled with tension and longing. The supporting cast of characters adds depth and nuance to the story, creating a rich and vibrant world that readers will not want to leave.

Overall, "The Art of Love and Lies" is a captivating and well-written novel that will appeal to fans of historical romance. Rebecca Anderson's writing is engaging and immersive, transporting readers to a bygone era and making them feel like they are a part of the story. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a heartwarming and entertaining read.

Rosanna Hawkins is a wonderful artist. She can reproduce famous works of art and make the indistinguishable from the original. She is excited when an art exhibit comes to town and provides her the opportunity to sketch more famous works of art. She even meets the handsome Detective Martin Harrison, who is the head of security. However, she notices some of her reproductions on display at the exhibit. Someone is taking the originals and replacing them with her reproductions. Working together, and possibly falling in love, Rosanna and Martin must find the culprit.

I enjoyed this book! I love Rebecca Andersons writing style. The star is compelling and a hard to put down book! I cannot wait to read more of her books!