Review: The Curiosities

The Curiosities by Susan Gloss
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 out of 5 stars - If you ask me, I'll tell you to read it

I really enjoyed this book, set in Madison, because it allowed me to imagine the places I've been within town.

Nell and her husband have been trying all possible ways to have a baby after losing their first. What Nell hasn't told her husband is that much of the cost of IVF and other interventions wasn't covered by insurance and is now on credit cards. When the latest attempt fails to end in a pregnancy, Nell start searching for a job to fill the void. She comes across something that may be the perfect job at a new nonprofit called the Mansion Hill Artists’ Colony. Before she knows it, she's the Director and welcoming the first artists into the mansion.

I really enjoyed getting to know each of the artists. Annie is a well-known artist, but wants to break out of the medium she's known for. Odin is an up-and-coming metal sculptor who has recently had tragedy in his life. Paige is a student at UW-Madison who is proficient in many art mediums, but she hasn't found her voice.

I really enjoyed the story. I hope to see more of the artists in future books! I also really liked how she was able to have a quick tie-in to her first book, Vintage.

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