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Flossie Jayne is the “New Woman” behind this story of the artist and entrepreneur, Louis Tiffany, whose first major project was creating stained glass religious windows for the World’s Fair in Chicago in 1893. The glassworkers working on his project go on strike and Tiffany has no choice but to hire woman to do the cutting, pasting and other chores that are part of fashioning the project windows. Thus begins a fascinating novel in which Jayne is one of the chosen, a dream for her who loves colors and designs beyond life itself and will do anything to help Tiffany complete this project.
While she’s working she has chosen to live in a family style boarding house where the residents share meals and conversation. Jayne is a wonderful addition as it is she who turns what were formerly stilted greetings and curt remarks into this ‘family” style. She creates dinner cards with questions to draw out conversation, quickly organizes skating outings, and more. But one of the residents, Reed, is a bit of a curmudgeon who hates the idea of the “New Woman” who wants to be independent, self-sufficient for salary and career, and more. This is also their story as Jayne little by little, and I do mean little, softens Reed who is really nothing more than a man hurt by the past. However, he plays the part well but also plays it stupidly as he projects his animosity into creating short stories that are serialized into the local paper.
This a great story with something for everyone. Plenty of descriptions of the art Jayne and Tiffany create as well as the processes involved fill the pages, and Gist is perfect in depicting the beauty and difficulty of each task. Then there’s a not-so-budding and budding romance that slowly evolves which makes a great story in itself. And then there is the consideration of what would happen if the “New Woman’ becomes the norm – would society be forevermore changed in a positive or negative way?
Very nice historical fiction which this reviewer thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommends!


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Tiffany Girl A Novel Deeanne Gist 9781476738536 Books Reviews

What can I say about Deeanne Gist's books that hasn't already been said? Every year I look forward to whatever new story Deeanne has in store for her readers and every year my expectations are exceeded greatly. This year I was fortunate enough to receive an advanced copy of the book from her launch team, so that I could be a part of the great group of ladies that let everyone know about this new book and the new direction in which Deeanne is going professionally in her book career. There has been a lot of drama surrounding her change from Christian Fiction to mainstream historical fiction/romance/etc., but there was really nothing to worry about in terms of her writing style and content.

Tiffany Girl features a heroine that wants to be a "new woman" in a time (Victorian), when women were thought to only belong in the home. Deeanne Gist herself prefaces the story with a Reader's Note, so that those who are unfamiliar with the time period don't read the story under the context of their own modern sensibilities and feminist ideology. I loved reading about the Flossie Jayne and her work as a "Tiffany Girl" under Louis Tiffany. I'm always glad to read a Deeanne Gist book, because she discovers parts of history that most people have forgotten. I loved reading about the unions and the men who acted like women should remain the same, but yet treat them differently when they tried to work. The paradoxical nature of morality has always been fascinating to me and it's very apparent in this book.

I've been talking about this book for weeks now and will continue to talk about it for many more, so that the men and women who enjoy historical fiction or even just a great story (if history's not your bag) will be exposed to something new and exciting to read. It's definitely a book that I will read over and over, just like her other novels.
One glance at an authentic Tiffany Window or Lamp and you will never forget that moment. The artistry is just breathtaking and it is very easy to just stare in wonder at seemingly humble objects that have been transformed into stunning scenes of imagination, nature and biblical themes. It's also easy to see why so many recent fiction novels use the lure of anything featuring "Tiffany" and I am among the many who when the words Tiffany and stained glass or windows, chapels or jewelry are used in the same breath must pick up that new fiction release. Enter Tiffany Girl, when I read this premise I was hoping to love every moment and experience a step back in history with a vibrant cast of characters. Sadly that did not happen this time.

Tiffany Girl was just a simple read about a young woman trying to find her place and herself outside her sheltered upbringing in late 19th-century America that also happened to have in the pages a sprinkling of descriptions of famous stained glass windows, pieces seen at the 1893 World's Fair, one lamp, tea screen and a hat pin. And usually that may be enough for this reader; a simple read can be sometimes an unexpected joy to find. I'll be the first to admit this type of story is not my usual (I prefer a much different presentation of history) but it's nice to have a change. I did find a few spots of joy with this novel in the nicely presented religious tones and topics. The imagery of the chapel windows did not disappoint and I had fun looking up gorgeous pictures of the windows as they were mentioned in the story. Speaking of pictures there are some lovely drawings in the beginning of the chapters that showcase buildings of interest, everyday objects found in 1893 and even a few interesting fashion plates. I also appreciated the honesty of the author and the mentioning of the creative liberties with facts, accepted notions and dates that were taken and changed in this novel. Further in the back, there is a wonderful list of the names of the real "Tiffany Girls" and their special roles in the creation of the beautiful works of decorative art that can still be seen today displayed in museums, churches and lucky homes.

I think what really disappointed me with Tiffany Girl was the main character- I didn't care for her at all. Her childish, intrusive and combative actions had me cringing and hoping the story would begin following any other character but her. The story does follow at times another personality briefly but then goes back to another crying, bemoaning, heart squeezed or tantrum filled scene with the focal character. The repetitious phrase of "New Woman" was a little too much to ignore. It seemed to be within every other page and was mentioned at some very odd moments in this story.

Finally I know other readers are wondering if this novel is a strictly clean read and my answer is I can't honestly say Tiffany Girl is a wholesome read because everyone seems to have their own definition of what that may mean. I can tell you that this story has the expected sugar and niceties but has some surprising spice tossed in. I'm new to this type of fiction but it was certainly unexpected to find two temporary heated scenes in this book. That all aside I wouldn't say Tiffany Girl was a bad book. It may just come down to personal taste, being in the right mood and perhaps frame of mind. So if the reader is looking for a lighthearted skip around the late 19th century with pleasant final messages or a simple read that briefly features the artistry of the Women's Glass Cutting Department of Tiffany Glass and Decorating Company- you found the right book.
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* I would like to thank Howard Books and NetGalley for the opportunity to read Tiffany Girl
Flossie Jayne is the “New Woman” behind this story of the artist and entrepreneur, Louis Tiffany, whose first major project was creating stained glass religious windows for the World’s Fair in Chicago in 1893. The glassworkers working on his project go on strike and Tiffany has no choice but to hire woman to do the cutting, pasting and other chores that are part of fashioning the project windows. Thus begins a fascinating novel in which Jayne is one of the chosen, a dream for her who loves colors and designs beyond life itself and will do anything to help Tiffany complete this project.
While she’s working she has chosen to live in a family style boarding house where the residents share meals and conversation. Jayne is a wonderful addition as it is she who turns what were formerly stilted greetings and curt remarks into this ‘family” style. She creates dinner cards with questions to draw out conversation, quickly organizes skating outings, and more. But one of the residents, Reed, is a bit of a curmudgeon who hates the idea of the “New Woman” who wants to be independent, self-sufficient for salary and career, and more. This is also their story as Jayne little by little, and I do mean little, softens Reed who is really nothing more than a man hurt by the past. However, he plays the part well but also plays it stupidly as he projects his animosity into creating short stories that are serialized into the local paper.
This a great story with something for everyone. Plenty of descriptions of the art Jayne and Tiffany create as well as the processes involved fill the pages, and Gist is perfect in depicting the beauty and difficulty of each task. Then there’s a not-so-budding and budding romance that slowly evolves which makes a great story in itself. And then there is the consideration of what would happen if the “New Woman’ becomes the norm – would society be forevermore changed in a positive or negative way?
Very nice historical fiction which this reviewer thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommends!