Overall a good story, but must admit I skimmed a bit now and then. Still though I liked the book and would recommend it.

Veridian Sterling is a young artist fresh out of the Rhode Island School of Design. She thought she’d come right out of RISD and start showing her work, but every gallery she visits turns her down. In the meantime, she takes a position as a personal assistant to a diva gallery owner. After she overhears her new boss talking about a hefty finder’s fee for a lost Van Gogh painting, a cash-strapped Veri finds herself embroiled in the world of counterfeit art.

Take an art heist caper, mix it with lightheartedness and a dash of The Devil Wears Prada, and you’ve got the recipe for Veridian Sterling Fakes It. Although the overall topic is a serious one (and Hummer has clearly done her research!), the overall tone is breezy and engaging and makes for a quick read. I enjoyed learning about fake artwork and was amused when the narrative poked fun at terrible “art” (hello, F word paintings) and the sometimes pretentious nature of the art world. In terms of characters, Veri is likeable but extremely naïve, and the supporting cast of characters is quirky and interesting. This could make a great series!

Many thanks to NetGalley, BookSparks, and Lake Union Publishing for providing me an advance copy of this book.