Turquoise (Shades of Style, Book 4) [Paperback]

Marilynn Griffith (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2007

Chenille Rizzo loves God. It's people she has a problem with sometimes, especially after the death of her beloved husband. People such as her star account--a demanding bride long on money and short on tact--make Chenille feel more blue than she'd like to admit. The groom, a homegrown pediatrician, is just the opposite. He has wise eyes, a love for babies, and a comforting voice--a tenor, like Chenille's late husband. And he's just as quiet. Maddeningly so. Does he really love the spoiled diva Chenille is trimming a wedding dress for? Or does his gaze hold the longing she both hopes for . . . and fears? Will she risk losing her business for a chance at happiness with the gentle doctor? Fans of the Shades of Style series will love this satisfying conclusion.

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From the Back Cover

Her company and her friends are all she has now. God wouldn't take them from her too. Would he? Since she lost her husband and newborn son, Chenille Rizzo has poured her life into her growing fashion design company, Garments of Praise. But when she receives a shocking note from her deceased husband, things begin to unravel. Megan, a former prima donna client, has caused more than one relationship to fall apart at the seams. She surprises everyone when she returns to Garments of Praise--pregnant. What does she want with Chenille now? Has she really changed, or is she just out to break more hearts? For Chenille, none of it makes much sense these days. When she finds herself being comforted by the arms of a handsome stranger, she quickly wraps her heart in ice and runs away. Still, despite her best efforts, this man becomes tightly woven into her life--and Megan's. Can Chenille ever really feel whole again? What others are saying about Marilynn Griffith: "Marilynn Griffith is a fresh voice in Christian fiction."--Tracey Bateman, author, Reasonable Doubt "With poetic description and compelling storytelling, Marilynn Griffith delights readers with every sentence."--Stephanie Perry Moore, author, A Lova' Like No Otha' "Marilynn Griffith's writing makes the five senses come alive. She's a master storyteller!"--Gail M. Hayes, PhD, author, Daughters of the King

About the Author

Marilynn Griffith is a freelance writer and conference speaker whose online columns and blogs reach thousands of women each year. She is the author of Pink, Jade, and Tangerine. Marilynn lives in Tallahassee, Florida, with her husband and seven children.

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Revell (August 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0800730437
• ISBN-13: 978-0800730437
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,821,220 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

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5.0 out of 5 stars Love this color, loved this book, October 3, 2007

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Deborah "Books, Movies and Chinese Food" (Fairfax, VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Turquoise (Shades of Style, Book 4) (Paperback)

It's now time to tell Chenille's story. After losing her husband and her newborn son, her whole focus has been spent on Garments of Praise. She tries to not let the pain of being alone get to her. Then she meets Sergio, a doctor at a hospital where she frequently visits. Their relationship begins to grow to where Chenille begins to imagine a possible future. But then his ex-girlfriend who also happens to be a former client of Chenille's comes back into the future. And then a message from Chenille's deceased husband suddenly pops up. What exactly is God trying to tell her?

This was another fun book to read. I've been waiting to read Chenille's story after reading the rest of other books in the series. I wasn't disappointed. Her relationship with Sergio is like a roller coaster ride with lots of bums and turns and drops. The scene involving the hospital and a kiss had be going me grimacing and going "Oh no". It was a fun ride though. I liked the blogs that both Chenille and her husband had. It was like reading into their own personal minds and hearts. It as very sad reading Chenille's late husband's blogs especially the one he wrote into the "future." Her response to his blog entry is equally touching. I also liked seeing how Megan transformed throughout the entire series. She's really the fifth character because she shows up throughout all the books affecting each of the main characters. I felt her transformation was genuine because with each book she would lose the cattiness and vindictiveness she had from the first book. With this book she because a completely different character one that is now likable. The only negative I saw with this book was that there wasn't as much fashion talk as there had been in the other books. Of course I realized that Chenille is more on the business side of the company than the designers but I missed hearing about it. I'm sad though that the series is over. I wish that there could be more stores about Garments of Praise because I enjoyed reading about Christian fashion designers who can compete with the secular design world. And also since the books were multi-cultural they reached out to everyone. Highly recommended.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Read, January 3, 2011

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StylishChic - See all my reviews

This review is from: Turquoise (Shades of Style, Book 4) (Paperback)

I don't know if it was because me and the main character shared the same first name or if she was an entrepreneur owning her own major fashion design company, but I loved this book. This was my second favorite book in the Shades of Style series. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who has ever had their faith shaken and need a little more pushing from God to continue to get where you need to be. It was very encouraging and as usual there's an happy ending.

5.0 out of 5 stars Color me Well Read, January 28, 2009

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Shawneda Marks "faithfulfoliostv dot info for... (Metro Atlanta. GA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Turquoise (Shades of Style, Book 4) (Paperback)

Griffith did it again and achieved a Golden rating doing it. The entire Shades Style of series is chock full of unforced ministry, revealing metaphors and great writing. These characters become your friends as they share friendships, life, love and laughter. Don't miss a great read with this awesome book. Run to your nearest bookstore or the author's website then buy this book...and one for a friend. Everyone will be glad you did.