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Unbecoming
320 pages, 2015
fiction
1382 booksGrace, who calls herself Julie and says she’s from California, restores bric-a-brac, mends teapots, and re-sets gems in her work-space at the edge of Paris. When she checks the hometown paper on the Internet each day, she reads about two young men who have just been paroled from jail in Garland, Tennessee. One of those men is her ex-husband; the other is the man she loves. Both were jailed for a crime that Grace herself planned in exacting detail: to steal an expensive painting from a gallery in Prague.
However, while making preparations to commit this crime at the start of this novel, Grace boarded a plane to Paris with a rolled canvas hidden inside her bag—and so begins a game of cat-and-mouse as Grace’s web of deception unravels and she becomes another young woman entirely. Rebecca Scherm’s debut novel is intricately plotted, psychologically nuanced, and wholly enthralling.
Unbecoming by Rebecca Scherm explores the complexity of identity. The protagonist, Julie, constantly changes her identity to adapt to her surroundings. This book encourages us to look into our own identities and question how much of it is shaped by our environment.
Rebecca Scherm's Unbecoming is a masterclass in deception. Julie, the main character, is a professional liar and manipulator. This book will make you question the truth and the lengths people will go to hide it.
In Unbecoming, every choice has a consequence. The author shows us how Julie's decisions lead her down a path of crime and deception. It's a reminder to think carefully about our choices and their potential impact on our lives.
Unbecoming delves into the themes of love and obsession. Scherm explores how these powerful emotions can drive a person to do unimaginable things. It's a fascinating look into the human psyche and the power of emotion.
In this book, you'll find a unique blend of art and crime. The author weaves a tale of art theft, forgery, and deception that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Unbecoming is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of art and crime.