Amanda Delanoe, a French American gallery owner approaching 40, reflects on her life. Born to Armand Delanoe, a French luxury business owner, and Felicia Farr, an American model, Amanda navigated two cultures, each influencing her personality and temperament. Her parents divorced when she was 12, driven by Armand’s infidelity, though Felicia chose not to share this with Amanda, leaving her daughter to harbor resentment toward her. Felicia passed away in a helicopter accident when Amanda was 14, and she returned to live with her father in France. Though she loved her father and France, Amanda chose to attend New York University (NYU) to stay connected to her mother’s American roots. After graduating, however, she felt more French than American and returned to Paris. When she was 22, her father passed away from cancer. At 25, Amanda established Galerie Delanoe, her contemporary art gallery, and partnered with Pascal Leblanc a year later. While Amanda and Pascal share a close, almost familial bond, their relationship is strictly platonic. Amanda takes deep pride in mentoring the artists at her gallery, finding genuine fulfillment in her work.

Though generally content, Amanda struggles with romantic relationships, particularly after a painful experience.