Review of The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci

[Summer Philips]

[Following is a volunteer review of "The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci" by Belle Ami.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Belle Ami's "The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci" combines historical fiction, suspense, and romance against the backdrop of art-rich Rome. Angela Renatus, an art historian, begins on an unusual mission to discover a missing Da Vinci artwork, supported by Alex Caine and guided by her recurring visions. Angela's path is intertwined with the intrigue of art history as she faces hurdles such as money-driven foes. Angela's interest in painting is sparked at the Getty Museum, where she meets Alex and discovers her special talent. As they explore further, they encounter trials and robbers, resulting in a riveting story full of mystery and surprises.

This novel appeals to me because it crafts an engaging quest that keeps me interested. The thought of looking for a non-existent Da Vinci artwork evokes intrigue and excitement, and I find myself following Angela and Alex's trip through the clues and problems they meet with bated breath. Angela and Alex's romantic tension draws me in even more; their blossoming connection, molded by their common love of art and the search they're on, adds a layer of enthralling emotions. "The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci" is a wonderfully intriguing read for me because of its unusual blend of mystery and romance.

For one reason, I despise this book. The infrequent use of Italian without translation piqued my interest and left me slightly disappointed. However, I'm happy that the author avoided using Italian significantly for most of the novel. It interfered with my reading flow, but it wasn't a major issue.

I'd give this book four out of five stars. The intriguing goal as well as the love tension between Angela and Alex were compelling grounds to give it a good rating. However, the rare use of untranslated Italian disrupted my reading pleasure, resulting in a one-star deduction. "The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci" is recommended to those who enjoy historical mysteries interwoven with romance and are willing to accept periodic linguistic obstacles. This book was exceptionally edited.

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The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci
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