cynsfictionaddiction's review against another edition
3.0
“A Perfumer’s Secret” by Adria Cimino is a coming-of-age novel about young professional Zoe Flore who is forced to face her past and a family she never knew existed. Summoned to a small town in southern France for an inheritance from a family member Zoe had never heard of, she embarks on a journey to figure out who her parents were and why her mother never told her about where she came from.
Adria Cimino does a good job depicting the details of a professional perfumer’s life, making the lifestyle come to life in a realistic way, while balancing the intricacies of a competitive family unearthing long-kept secrets. While somewhat predictable, the story was entertaining and an interesting look at the life of a perfumer. Being a perfumer isn’t an occupation that is widely discussed or known about so this was a very fascinating look behind-the-scenes of a profession generally overlooked.
“A Perfumer’s Secret” did a great job of exploring what it’s like to be a perfumer and come from a family all in the same profession. I’m a big fan of novels that take place in small French towns, but this one also gave cause to look up the perfume industry and see how it really works. Although slightly predictable, “A Perfumer’s Secret” is a fun, easy read – a perfect addition to the summer beach bag!
For my full review, please visit: https://thebookbasics.wordpress.com/2016/06/02/a-perfumers-secret-by-adria-cimino/
Adria Cimino does a good job depicting the details of a professional perfumer’s life, making the lifestyle come to life in a realistic way, while balancing the intricacies of a competitive family unearthing long-kept secrets. While somewhat predictable, the story was entertaining and an interesting look at the life of a perfumer. Being a perfumer isn’t an occupation that is widely discussed or known about so this was a very fascinating look behind-the-scenes of a profession generally overlooked.
“A Perfumer’s Secret” did a great job of exploring what it’s like to be a perfumer and come from a family all in the same profession. I’m a big fan of novels that take place in small French towns, but this one also gave cause to look up the perfume industry and see how it really works. Although slightly predictable, “A Perfumer’s Secret” is a fun, easy read – a perfect addition to the summer beach bag!
For my full review, please visit: https://thebookbasics.wordpress.com/2016/06/02/a-perfumers-secret-by-adria-cimino/
emsterino19's review against another edition
4.0
An enjoyable read with a plot that drew me in from the start!
I received a copy of this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways.
I received a copy of this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways.
tmaturino's review against another edition
3.0
It's true that scents can provoke strong memories. Curry reminds me of my mom cooking when I was a kid. Baby shampoo of snuggling with my precious babies who are far too grown now. The cologne my husband wears when we dated of falling in love with him. Have you ever thought about who creates those scents and the art and science behind how they are formulated?
A Perfumer's Secret by Adria J. Cimino gives us an inside look behind the science and drama behind the perfume industry. Main character Zoe Flore knows the talent for perfuming comes from her mother. Her mother was a master in the industry and created a personal scent that was never bottled for the public. Though her mother has passed, Zoe remembers the signature scent of her mother and knows it would win her a prestigious contract but she cannot quite replicate it.
When she inherits something of "olfactory significance" from a family in France she does not know, she begins a journey about finding her identity, uncovering secrets long buried and fulfilling her destiny. I enjoyed Zoe's quest for the truth and the mystery behind her past. Learning the truth about her past might just give Zoe the edge she needs to make a name for herself in the industry.
I've read other stories by Adria Cimino and I'm always pleasantly surprised by her stories. What made this book unique for me was learning about the science and art behind the creation of these perfumes. Like fine recipes, perfumes are carefully crafted with those secret ingredients that make them unforgettable. The noses that create the scents are fine tuned instruments. The dedication and fierce competition that goes into figuring out the perfect recipe and winning the contract.
Set in the perfume capital of the world, A Perfumer's Secret by Adria Cimino is an entertaining story about unlocking secrets, achieving dreams and fulfilling destiny.This review was originally posted on Mom's Small Victories
A Perfumer's Secret by Adria J. Cimino gives us an inside look behind the science and drama behind the perfume industry. Main character Zoe Flore knows the talent for perfuming comes from her mother. Her mother was a master in the industry and created a personal scent that was never bottled for the public. Though her mother has passed, Zoe remembers the signature scent of her mother and knows it would win her a prestigious contract but she cannot quite replicate it.
When she inherits something of "olfactory significance" from a family in France she does not know, she begins a journey about finding her identity, uncovering secrets long buried and fulfilling her destiny. I enjoyed Zoe's quest for the truth and the mystery behind her past. Learning the truth about her past might just give Zoe the edge she needs to make a name for herself in the industry.
I've read other stories by Adria Cimino and I'm always pleasantly surprised by her stories. What made this book unique for me was learning about the science and art behind the creation of these perfumes. Like fine recipes, perfumes are carefully crafted with those secret ingredients that make them unforgettable. The noses that create the scents are fine tuned instruments. The dedication and fierce competition that goes into figuring out the perfect recipe and winning the contract.
Set in the perfume capital of the world, A Perfumer's Secret by Adria Cimino is an entertaining story about unlocking secrets, achieving dreams and fulfilling destiny.This review was originally posted on Mom's Small Victories
writerrhiannon's review against another edition
4.0
Read my full review on my blog: http://ivoryowlreviews.blogspot.com/2016/05/review-perfumers-secret-by-adria-j.html
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