Annette Remmington, a London art consultant and private dealer, is at the top of her game. She is considered a rising star in the international world of art, and has a roster of wealthy clients who trust her judgment and her business acumen. Her success reaches new heights when a rare and long lost Rembrandt finds its way into her hands, which she restores and sells for top dollar. Called the auction of the year, Annette becomes the most talked about art dealer in the world.
Annette is married to her mentor and personal champion, the much older Marius Remmington. For twenty years, Marius has groomed her into the international art star that she has become, not to mention saving her from a dark and gritty past. She is his pride and joy, and as her best advisor, it's with great care that he hand picks only the best journalist possible to do a profile on his beloved wife in a popular London Sunday newspaper. Jack Chalmers is a bit of a celebrity himself, becoming one of the top journalists of his time. Marius believes only he will be able to capture the true brilliance of his lovely wife. But Marius never intends to put his marriage in jeopardy. How could he have known that the connection between Jack and Annette would ignite so many secrets? And how could he know that Jack would uncover a scandal that could ultimately destroy them all?
Barbara Taylor Bradford does it again in this epic novel of seduction, passion and international intrigue. Playing the game has never been so thrilling.
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"Bradford always writes books with interesting, strong heroines, and this one is no exception. Hiding a past for the main character greatly complicates her successful life and possible happiness. Not as compelling as some of Bradford's other books, but worth reading." — Gloria (4 out of 5 stars)
"Bradford always writes books with interesting, strong heroines, and this one is no exception. Hiding a past for the main character greatly complicates her successful life and possible happiness. Not as compelling as some of Bradford's other books, but worth reading."
“Catherine Harvey delivers an outstanding reading with a beautiful British accent that establishes the setting… [Bradford] has a genuine talent for creating believable, likeable characters.
British actress Catherine Harvey superbly narrates this grand tale of romance, scandal, and international intrigue that will appeal to fans of Bradford and romance novels alike.
" Not nearly as good as some of her other books. "
" I like easy to read books and always find them a good read. There's usually some twist in the story & even if you think you know what it's going to be I don't think it spoils the story. "
" OK story but all the ends came together in an unbelieveable way. Life is usally not that way!! The story does show that the surface of people's lives is not always what is really happening or the truth. And we should not judge by the outward appearance. "
" Good story, bit of a twist - enjoyable, "
" A fun read, absorbing, but not earth shattering "
" This is the first book I have read from Barbra T Bradford. For most of the book I was very interested in the story line, but at some parts I just couldn't relate to the characters at all. I feel there was a great set up to this book but then it seems as if she just had to end it and that is what she did. It just kind of leaves you wondering "what?" "
" Barbara T. Bradford always writes a good story. Not quite as sappy as Danielle Steel but the family drama is interesting and holds your interest "
" I like her books. I think she told the story of the art world very well - it kept you guessing most of the time. I would recommend it. "
" This was my first time reading Barbara Taylor Bradford. The plot was interesting, but the dialogue was so stilted and unrealistic that it distracted me from the story. It was like reading a soap opera. "
" Great book, romance and suspense. Kept you interested to the very end! "
" Unfortunately, this book did not meet my expectations. Some of Bradford's other books have been much better. The characters were trite, repetitive, and did not develop. "
" I've been hooked on BTB since I read A Woman of Substance. Some of her more recent books haven't been up to her original standards but Playing the Game seems to put her back in the game. "
" First half was slow going, it came around to a nice story. Not as juicy as I like them. "
" it was a ok book. It took me a while to read it and if a book is great, I will finish it in a few days. it was just a predictable book. "
" Book takes place in London from March 2007 - Dec 2007 and showcases art dealers. It's a relaxing read with some elements of truth. "
" It was a really good book. "
" Well researched. Lots of really interesting information about impressionist painters and the world of art forgeries. "
" boek was wel ok....was benieuwd wat het grote geheim was van annette..het verhaal leek best spannend maar viel beetje tegen.. las wel lekker maar uiteindelijk was het einde een beetje terleurstellend... "
" I liked this. The beginning was very captivating, but it became pretty convoluted so that made it a little less enjoyable. "
" Takes place in London... involves art dealers, fake, but very good replica art as well as an entangled love story. "
" Another good book by Barbare Tayler Bradford. The information on the art world and fakes was very interesting, as was the plot. "
" This is the first book by Barbara Taylor Bradford that I have read. Loved the references to art and auctions - overall I enjoyed this book and it's references to London. "
" So-so I've read better from this author. Conversation seemed stilted and fake. "
" A good easy read that has a few twists to keep you interested. "
" This writing feels a bit stilted.....the art world....intrigue. "
" I like Bradford's books. This one kept me guessing for a very long time. "
" Bit disappointed in the ending of this book. Somewhat predictable so that even the "twist" to the story wasn't that great. "
" randomly chosen from the library shelves this afternoon. book 12 of 2011 - aim 133 books for 2011 "
" The story/plot in this book was excellent, but I found the dialog to be a little cheesy. "
Barbara Taylor Bradford, bestselling author, was born and raised in England where she started her writing career as a journalist. She has written numerous international bestsellers, and fifteen of her novels have made the New York Times bestsellers list. Ten of her novels have been adapted into television mini-series, starring actors including Sir Anthony Hopkins, Liam Neeson, Deborah Kerr, and Elizabeth Hurley. She has been inducted into the Writers Hall of Fame of America and in June of 2007 was awarded an Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II for her contributions to literature.
Catherine Harvey is an actress whose television credits include Restless, Where the Heart Is, Casualty, and Judge John Deed, among others.
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