Where's My Slingshot When I Need It?

Title: Colors and Curves

Series: Four Seasons Series, Book 3 Summer

Author: Kristina Beck

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Release Date: August 13, 2020

Cover Design: Jody Kaye

Forever hopeful, but always let down…

Skylar’s beauty and curves are a curse. She’s been lied to, cheated on, and avoids dating like the plague. That is until an adorable three-legged dog runs her over in Central Park, leading to a heated exchange with his arrogant, sexy-as-sin owner. Irritated by his apathy, Skylar walks away, but steamy dreams of his chiseled physique consume her hot summer nights.

During a pivotal event in her career, Skylar’s restraint snaps like a rubber band when she finds him standing in front of her as the famous photographer, Julius Ariti. Harsh rumors circulating about him and his current actions toward her don’t add up, leading Skylar to wonder who the real Julius Ariti is. 

Everyone deserves a chance, no matter how broken they are.

Julius leads a secluded, orderly life to keep his traumatic memories at bay. After meeting Skylar Vitale, something ignites inside him, and his world is no longer black and white. Her positivity and charm blaze brightly, breaking down Julius’s barriers, unveiling his secrets.

His burning desire is to see Skylar’s true colors.

To capture them with his lens.

To see what everyone else sees.

If only he could.

My Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Skylar and Julius have a chance meeting in the park. Too bad it's Julius's three-legged pup that succeeds in sweeping Skylar off her feet. There may be the first few sparks of chemistry between Julius and Skylar, but the pooch has less arrogance, a warmer personality, and a far better apology technique than his human seems to. 

These three, of course, meet again since Skylar works at the art gallery that has a new exhibit of the stunning black and white photography of the highly successful, Julius Ariti. Yes, there's a mutual attraction, but he has secrets and she has trust issues, and when does that ever work out easily? 

It’s a real privilege to have started out with this talented lady at the beginning of her publishing journey, to watch her blossom beautifully in her craft, and to read what I think is her best book to date. She gives us a fresh, unique hero, characters who are deeper and more complex, and beautiful symbolism that is a direct arrow to the heart. With no effort at all, 

I was completely on board and sympathetic to our surly hero's physical shortcomings and flaws. Although I wanted to shake Skylar just a little, I adore her – strengths, weaknesses, baggage and all – and it made my heart happy to watch both of these characters work through their issues and grow into the best versions of themselves along their journey to forever. When a three-legged pup named Chance knocks you off your feet, the last thing on your mind is that this accidental meeting may open up a whole new world of opportunities. 

 If you’re looking for a fresh, unique read with the perfect balance of humor, heat and heart, you'll definitely want to take a chance on this one. You just might find your own new possibilities as these characters sweep you off your feet! 

Kristina Beck was born and raised in New Jersey, USA, and lived there for thirty years. She later moved to Germany and lives there with her German husband and three children. She is an avid reader of many genres, but romance always takes precedence. She loves coffee, dark chocolate, power naps, and eighties movies. Her hobbies include writing, reading, fitness, and forever trying to improve her German-language skills.

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