The Art of Love (Arabesque)

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Summary: An exciting and deeply fulfilling love story.
Review: Crystal Wilson-Harris has written about exciting and true-to-life characters who move in glamorous circles. The tension between Dakota and her sister and between Dakota and her lover, Pierce, as a result of her emphasis on all things African and African-Amercan and their "whiteization," adds another dimension to the romance aspect of the book. Dakota is a powerful, intriguing heroine who knows her own mind, and will not be deflected from her values

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Summary: "The Art of Love" draws several blanks
Review: Despite the tension between the two main characters and a promising premise, The Art of Love doesn't always reach its potential. The intercultural differences between Dakota and Pierce could have been developed better. So despite some very funny passages and truths about approaches to African-American culture and class, "The Art of Love" still comes up short.

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Summary: Fun!
Review: This book was a treat to read. Dakota's character was smart, funny,successful and real. The way the author developed her and her relationship with our hero, her sister, and her mother were real. The book was easy to read and the pace was fluid. If you want a good read. Pick it up.