A Vintage Affair
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Phoebe Swift's friends are stunned when she abruptly leaves a plum job to open her own vintage clothing shop in London--but to Phoebe, it's the fulfillment of a dream, and her passion. Digging for finds in attics and wardrobes, Phoebe knows that when you buy a piece of vintage clothing, you're not just buying fabric and thread--you're buying a piece of someone's past. But one particular article of clothing will soon unexpectedly change her life. Th r se Bell, an elderly Frenchwoman, has an impressive clothing collection. But among the array of elegant suits and couture gowns, Phoebe finds a child's sky-blue coat--an item with which Mrs. Bell is stubbornly reluctant to part. As the two women become friends, Phoebe will learn the poignant tale of that little blue coat. And she will discover an astonishing connection between herself and Th r se Bell--one that will help her heal the pain of her own past and allow her to love again. Praise for A Vintage Affair "Romantic and sumptuous, this is a must for fans of vintage dresses and vintage romance."--Hester Browne, author of The Little Lady Agency "This colorful new novel has something for everyone. There is mystery, romance, great characters, as well as London and France."--Naples Daily News
"Deftly blends past and present, romance and mystery, and a theme of forgiveness and redemption."--Mary Kincaid, HuffPost
Customer Reviews
Rated 5 starsFantastic read!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I knew I would like this book; women, fashion and relationships. However I didn't know how quickly I was going to get sucked in. It didn't release me till teh end, far too soon in my opinion. We have a young lady, Phoebe, who's best friend, Emma has passed and Phoebe feels responsible because she fell in love with a man that Emma had dated and really liked. In this story, Phoebe starts a vintage clothing store, and meets...
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Rated 5 starsI want to give this book 6 stars!
I wish I could give this book 6 stars because 5 doesn't seem like enough. I'm not going to bore you with another recap of the plot in this review but I will say this about it: it's the first book I've read in a long time where the plot unfolded for me as a surprise rather than an expectation. I loved every second of reading this book because the author did such a great job of not giving away too much at once. Phoebe, the...
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Rated 5 starsGreat Beach Read - Better than Chick Lit
I admit I love clothing, especially Vintage. This book was better than I imagined, though. It was a speedy read with the various plots going on throughout it. There was great character development for the main character/narrator, Phoebe. The vintage clothing aspect was inspirational and fun to read about as well. It was not overwhelming to the story but a nice enhancer. Phoebe definitely has given me the urge to want...
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Rated 5 starsA Vintage Affair
As someone who has been studying couture sewing by reading about it in books and magazines like Threads I found A Vintage Affair a delightful book to read. After the death of her friend, for which she blames her then boyfriend, Phoebe Swift opens a clothing story that sells only vintage couture clothing and accessories. Her storefront captures the eye of a reporter for a struggling new newspaper and his story about the store...
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Rated 5 starsA great layered story
A Vintage Affair is a beautiful combination of historical fiction and contemporary women's fiction. On the surface, it tells the story of Phoebe, auction house buyer turned vintage shop owner. In substance this career change isn't drastic; it utilizes the same skill set. It is, however, a great risk both financially and personally as Phoebe initially uses her shop to hide from her demons. In running from her own past, Phoebe...
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