The Nude
- 257 pages
- 9 hours of reading
When Adam entered the apartment, Ray was using a pocket knife to pry open a crate in the bedroom doorway. Adam jolted, urging Ray to stop, and offered to handle it himself. He quickly closed the crate, concealing it in the bedroom closet for later. In Miami, photographer Gwenyth Mason meets globetrotting artist Adam, sparking instant chemistry and conflict. Despite knowing he should resist, Adam finds it hard to stay away from her. Gwen's mother, Ann, divorced from Gwen's erratic artist father, fears history is repeating itself and disapproves of the romance. When Gwen discovers a stunning nude painting in Adam's studio, it becomes a high-profile exhibit, launching Adam to stardom but also attracting danger. Surrounded by individuals with their own agendas regarding the painting—from a powerful billionaire to a restless business partner—Adam's refusal to sell increases the pressure. Gwen learns of a connection between the painting and her childhood, demanding the truth, but Adam remains tight-lipped. Their relationship strains as Gwen uncovers bizarre secrets linked to the artwork, resurrecting a long-buried nemesis. The truth proves to be unexpected and complicated.
