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The glorious novel from the beloved author whose bright, hopelessly romantic New York Times bestsellers have been called "My perfect 10 of a book" (Emily Henry) and cheered for their "speedy pacing and sexual tension for miles" ( People ).
"Patti Murin offers a fun, vivacious performance of this lively romance...with steady pacing and a believable narration, this romance will charm listeners." -- AudioFile
"Patti Murin narrates the struggling yet still optimistic Sadie while respectfully acknowledging the hurt and confusion that her condition has caused. Murin's lively performance and varied character voices make for an engaging and fun listen." - Library Journal
This program includes an author's note and supplementary materials read by the author.
Love isn't blind, it's just a little blurry.
Sadie Montgomery never saw what was coming . . . Literally! One minute she's celebrating the biggest achievement of her life--placing as a finalist in the North American Portrait Society competition--the next she's lying in a hospital bed diagnosed with a "probably temporary" condition known as face blindness. She can see, but every face she looks at is now a jumbled puzzle of disconnected features. Imagine trying to read a book upside down and in another language. This is Sadie's new reality.
But, as she struggles to cope, hang on to her artistic dream, work through major family issues, and take care of her beloved dog, Peanut, she falls in love--not with one man but two. The timing couldn't be worse.
Making judgment calls on anything right now is a nightmare. If only her life were a little more in focus, Sadie might be able to have it all.
A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin's Press.
Reviews (3)
Publisher's Weekly Review
With a thoroughly modern millennial heroine at the helm, this emotional contemporary from Center (The Bodyguard) tugs on the heartstrings and grabs attention. Portrait artist Sadie Montgomery, 28, may finally get her big break when she's selected to enter a prestigious competition. Unfortunately, the contest coincides with a minor medical procedure that turns into emergency brain surgery, and the recovery process leaves her unable to make sense of human faces. Though warned by her neuropsychiatrist that her (possibly) temporary face blindness may make her interpret her other senses incorrectly, Sadie works to get her painting back on track with the support of her best friend, Sue, and her neighbor, Joe, who she can only recognize from the bowling jacket he wears all the time. She also tries dating her hunky veterinarian, Dr. Addison, hoping a relationship will help her settle back into normal. But is she seeing the whole picture? Center takes Sadie's life seriously and her struggles with adulting resonate even before her face blindness sets in. Meanwhile, a dash of humor and an endearing love story make the pages fly. Readers will be hooked. (July)
Booklist Review
Twenty-eight-year-old portrait artist Sadie Montgomery finds her world turned upside down when, after having brain surgery to correct a malformed blood vessel, she discovers she can no longer perceive human faces. Sadie is diagnosed with face blindness, which is a huge problem because she's just placed in a major contest that could net her prize money and do wonders for her fledgling career. Though her doctors hope her condition is temporary, Sadie still has the immediate challenge of composing a portrait for the contest with the deadline looming. Making matters worse, Sadie's stepmother seems determined to help her, even as her wicked stepsister, Parker, is determined to make her life hell. And then there's the matter of the two guys Sadie's falling for, a dreamboat vet and a charming neighbor who might be a major player or the most helpful guy Sadie's ever met. The latest from the author of The Bodyguard (2022) is a winsome tale of a woman overcoming adversity and learning to lean on the people who care about her.
Library Journal Review
Sadie Montgomery is a struggling portrait artist, but things are looking up for her career when she's selected to participate in a portrait competition. Of course, that's when she discovers she has a "minor" leak in her brain and has to have corrective surgery. While her recovery prognosis is excellent, the temporary swelling in her brain causes prosopagnosia, or face blindness. Sadie can see people's bodies, but their faces are mixed-up jumbles. As Sadie struggles with what could be her new normal, she begins to appreciate other things about the people she meets. Her new veterinarian's confident gait, for instance, or her neighbor's kindness. Sadie might just be falling in love with both men simultaneously--and she has no idea what either of them looks like. This charming, heartfelt romantic comedy has a well-told, unique storyline, and Sadie's prosopagnosia feels deftly explained, explored, and treated with respect. There's chemistry between the protagonists with a slow-burn relationship, but there's also a focus on Sadie's mental and emotional growth, as well as her artistic frustrations and problem-solving methods. VERDICT Readers who enjoy Jenny Colgan and Susan Mallery will love this engaging, well-written romance from Center (The Bodyguard).--Heather Miller Cover
