Sometimes the most vibrant colors in life come from the most unexpected places. In Kelly Allegretti's charming debut novel "Chalk Dreams," we meet September Rose, a woman who has mastered the art of settling for less until a street artist named Orion turns her world from monochrome to technicolor. Living in what she considers a "fine" existence, September Rose has constructed a carefully contained life where her cat Miles serves as her primary confidant. It's a relatable setup that many readers will recognize – that comfortable yet unfulfilling space where we tell ourselves we're content while carefully avoiding any real risks. Allegretti crafts this familiar scenario with a gentle touch that pulls us right into September's world. What makes this story particularly compelling is how it explores the ripple effect of allowing someone different into your carefully constructed comfort zone. Orion, with his chalk art and presumably different outlook on ...
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