Painted Angel

Claire, an articulate and self-sufficient woman, meets Archie, an unemployed sculptor from America. Claire loves Archie, but he only sees her as a friend. When an impatient driver crashes into a tree, Archie sees it as a chance to create his perfect sculpture. He disappears without explanation, prompting Claire to embark on a journey to find him.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 250 pages
Publication date: 28 May 2021
Publisher: Book Guild Publishing Ltd

Claire, a talented and successful individual, holds a good job in Guildford. She is articulate, self-sufficient, and possesses a vibrant personality. On the other hand, Archie is an unemployed sculptor from America who is struggling to find his place in the world. He has no prospects and feels lost and hopeless. Despite his lack of employment, Archie possesses hidden talents that only Claire can truly appreciate. Claire sees something special in Archie and develops a deep affection for him. She believes in his potential and encourages him to pursue his artistic dreams. However, Archie sees Claire as his best friend, nothing more.

One day, while walking in the park, Archie is struck by the sight of a tree that has been damaged by an impatient driver. He sees it as a perfect opportunity to create his masterpiece. The tree is delivered to his room, and he begins to work tirelessly on it, pouring his heart and soul into its creation. Months pass, and Claire, encouraged by her best friend, sets out to find Archie. Her journey takes her halfway across the world, as she searches for the man she loves.

As Claire travels, she begins to understand the depth of Archie's feelings for her. He has always been in love with her, but he was too afraid to express his emotions. Meanwhile, Archie continues to work on his sculpture, oblivious to the world around him. He becomes consumed by his art, and his relationship with Claire fades into the background.

Finally, Claire arrives in America and finds Archie. She confronts him about his neglect of their relationship and his obsession with his sculpture. Archie realizes that he has been living in a fantasy world, and he needs to face reality. He returns to the tree and begins to work on it again, this time with a newfound sense of purpose.

As Archie works on the tree, he begins to see it in a new light. He realizes that it is not just a piece of art, but a symbol of his own struggles and growth. He understands that he needs to let go of his past and embrace the present, and he knows that Claire is the person who can help him do that.

In the end, Archie's sculpture is completed, and it is a beautiful masterpiece. He understands that it is not just about the art, but about the journey he took to create it. He also realizes that he has found his true love in Claire, and he is ready to start a new life with her.

The story of Archie and Claire is a testament to the power of love and the importance of facing reality. It shows that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for a brighter future. It reminds us that we should never give up on our dreams and that sometimes, the greatest treasures are found in the most unexpected places.

Weight: 560g
Dimension: 139 x 216 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913551797