Just when 25-year-old Maria Beaumont thinks her social life and career are cool, her boyfriend dumps her and her museum boss hands her "mission impossible." Recover? Succeed? Date again? Echoes of a critical mom, cantankerous coworker, and opinionated friend dog her as she heads in the direction of new, unexpected voices. As Maria balances today's workplace challenges, fuzzy dating rules, and her own dreams, she proves savvier than anyone expects, surprising even herself. Will she choose the dashing Italian artist, Leo, the genial high school teacher, Bill, or her dream of studying art in Europe? I thought about Maria and her friends long after I finished reading this novel. Where will Maria's new choices lead? I want to know what happens next! Vanessa Boss An engaging story of friendship and self-discovery. Set in picturesque South Haven, Michigan, and fictitious Chicago suburb, Cherryvale, Beyond Betrayal is entertaining, energetic, and funny. Joanne Magoc Jane Hoppe is a freelance writer who creatively shares what she's learned about work, emotional healing, relationships, and life dreams. Her entertaining stories engage readers in the everyday relational decisions that shape our lives. Living in the Midwest, Jane knows and loves the areas of Michigan and Illinois where this story is set. She also loved working in a small museum, much like the one where Beyond Betrayal's Maria Beaumont works. www.janehoppe.com
