If it weren't for the friendships in this book, I wouldn't have given it as many stars. ( )

I don't know how I found this book but I am certainly glad that I did. Of course, it could be an example of how not to hadnle employees - office romances don't awlays turn out well for either party and in this case, things were touch and go for a while.
There is a touch of The Devil Waers PRada when the assistant to the boss gets sick right before an important trip to Florence and the intern has to step in at the last minute.
The characters were smart and it was fun to watch Rin grow from an invisible nerdy intern into a strong confident woman willing to speak up for what she wanted. ( )

4.5 stars

Yep, it's official. I am a fan of this author. The snark, friendships, chemistry, and smart leading women. So far, the women I've encountered in this series are all wickedly smart but just need to believe in themselves. Sometimes, and I'm speaking from personal experience, it just takes a little thing to be the catalyst in that transformation.

I loved Court and Rin. I loved the tie in of history and research especially as research is one of my favorite things. I'm looking forward to the next book. Fabulous book and highly recommended. ( )

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️STARS
ARC BOOK REVIEW
Release Date-17/5/18

"Piece of Work" by Staci Hart was a very enjoyable fast paced rom-com.
with an extremely unconventional female heroine at its centre and an intriguing unique storyline that had no issues pulling me in and keeping me entertained.
This was my first toe-dip into the waters of this particular author.
And I'm very pleased to say the experience was a positive one.
"Piece Of Work" is told in dual POV; with both, David and Rin taking alternate turns reciting chapters.
It's set in the very different world of Fine Arts.
I particularly liked this fact as knowing nothing about the medium of Art; I actually felt I was getting a brief window into another world here; almost educating me about the whole setting.
First, we have Hyo-rin Van de Meer; new intern in the European Paintings department at the Met.
Korean, very tall, clumsy, shy and seriously lacking in everyday people skills.
But on the other side of the coin; also intelligent, Loyal, funny and a great friend.
Rin has so much to offer but is so used to being all but invisible to others; so when our ugly duckling with the help of her best girlfriends morphs overnight into the swan that was always hiding beneath her skin David definitely notices this and is no longer just intrigued by Rin's fine mind; but also the body covering it.
Now for David/Dr Lyons; Rins new tempory boss at the museum and the resident Art Curator.
David comes with baggage an overbearing father and a substantial Trust fund.
Always searching for a hidden agenda he's so used to people wanting something from him he never takes anything at face value.
Well got to say; I wasn't initially digging his vibe at all.
When we are first introduced to the Art Curator himself my first impression here was that he was an egotistical douche.
His snap judgment attitude towards Rin and how he perceives her was abysmal.
So dismissive; not even reprimanding his assistant The Barracuda Bianca; which is what I have affectionately titled the vicious witch; was awful to watch almost bullying.
Just referencing Rin as "The Intern" like she wasn't even a person with emotions and all that well ggrrrr; let's just say David at that moment in time was not at his finest and his inconsiderate actions really boiled my piss; like totally.
But moving on here slightly; when David does eventually start to allow his inner nice guy a small vacation things do start to look up a bit for our two lovers.
And it's not long before David and Rin are setting these pages alight with there sexy antics.
So "Piece Of Work" was an excellent read.
It was your classic ugly duckling metamorphosis story.
With a misunderstood growly Beastly Boss also thrown into the mix just for good measure.
And though slightly predictable in places; this was still a fun easy read that brought an easy smile to my face.
David along the line; did eventually grow on me and Rin along with all her friends I adored from the start.
If you're looking for a sweet romantic rom-com this ticks all the boxes.
I also think this was set up rather nicely for future publications; can't wait to see the other members of the "Red Lipstick Coalition" achieve there future HEA's.
So I'm crossing my fingers and toes here that this is the start of a fun new series.
Hers hoping.
Thank You to the Author for providing me with an ARC of "Piece Of work" of which I have reviewed voluntary.
All opinions expressed are entirely my own.

Reviewed By Beckie Bookworm
https://www.facebook.com/beckiebookworm/
www.beckiebookworm.com ( )

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️STARS
ARC BOOK REVIEW
Release Date-17/5/18

"Piece of Work" by Staci Hart was a very enjoyable fast paced rom-com.
with an extremely unconventional female heroine at its centre and an intriguing unique storyline that had no issues pulling me in and keeping me entertained.
This was my first toe-dip into the waters of this particular author.
And I'm very pleased to say the experience was a positive one.
"Piece Of Work" is told in dual POV; with both, David and Rin taking alternate turns reciting chapters.
It's set in the very different world of Fine Arts.
I particularly liked this fact as knowing nothing about the medium of Art; I actually felt I was getting a brief window into another world here; almost educating me about the whole setting.
First, we have Hyo-rin Van de Meer; new intern in the European Paintings department at the Met.
Korean, very tall, clumsy, shy and seriously lacking in everyday people skills.
But on the other side of the coin; also intelligent, Loyal, funny and a great friend.
Rin has so much to offer but is so used to being all but invisible to others; so when our ugly duckling with the help of her best girlfriends morphs overnight into the swan that was always hiding beneath her skin David definitely notices this and is no longer just intrigued by Rin's fine mind; but also the body covering it.
Now for David/Dr Lyons; Rins new tempory boss at the museum and the resident Art Curator.
David comes with baggage an overbearing father and a substantial Trust fund.
Always searching for a hidden agenda he's so used to people wanting something from him he never takes anything at face value.
Well got to say; I wasn't initially digging his vibe at all.
When we are first introduced to the Art Curator himself my first impression here was that he was an egotistical douche.
His snap judgment attitude towards Rin and how he perceives her was abysmal.
So dismissive; not even reprimanding his assistant The Barracuda Bianca; which is what I have affectionately titled the vicious witch; was awful to watch almost bullying.
Just referencing Rin as "The Intern" like she wasn't even a person with emotions and all that well ggrrrr; let's just say David at that moment in time was not at his finest and his inconsiderate actions really boiled my piss; like totally.
But moving on here slightly; when David does eventually start to allow his inner nice guy a small vacation things do start to look up a bit for our two lovers.
And it's not long before David and Rin are setting these pages alight with there sexy antics.
So "Piece Of Work" was an excellent read.
It was your classic ugly duckling metamorphosis story.
With a misunderstood growly Beastly Boss also thrown into the mix just for good measure.
And though slightly predictable in places; this was still a fun easy read that brought an easy smile to my face.
David along the line; did eventually grow on me and Rin along with all her friends I adored from the start.
If you're looking for a sweet romantic rom-com this ticks all the boxes.
I also think this was set up rather nicely for future publications; can't wait to see the other members of the "Red Lipstick Coalition" achieve there future HEA's.
So I'm crossing my fingers and toes here that this is the start of a fun new series.
Hers hoping.
Thank You to the Author for providing me with an ARC of "Piece Of work" of which I have reviewed voluntary.
All opinions expressed are entirely my own.

Reviewed By Beckie Bookworm
https://www.facebook.com/beckiebookworm/
www.beckiebookworm.com ( )