Review of The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci
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Review of The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci
[Following is a volunteer review of "The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci" by Belle Ami.]
The story revolves around art scholar Angela Renatus, who is haunted by strange paintings by Giuliano Medici and Fioretta Gorini and weird dreams of Leonardo da Vinci. Angela's nightmares drive her to go on a mission that becomes entwined with the inquiry of art investigator Alex Caine, taking them both on a dangerous tour through Florence's rich artistic past.
Belle Ami skillfully weaves together the past and present with smooth transitions to create a gripping story. Because of the thorough investigation done into the historical details, Renaissance Italy is vividly and richly described. Ami's depiction of Florence is especially remarkable; she uses a painter's attention to detail to convey the beauty and historical significance of the city.
With her intense attachment to the art she studies and her curiosity, Angela makes for a likeable heroine. With his background as an art detective, Alex Caine brings a romantic and intriguing element to the story, making him the ideal ally for Angela's journey. Their developing relationship gives the plot depth, as does their obvious chemistry.
The plot keeps readers on the edge of their seats with its rapid pace and surprising developments. The story's suspense and stakes are raised with the arrival of the psychotic art dealer Alberto Scordato, who poses a serious menace. The supernatural components—especially Angela's visions—are deftly incorporated into the story, giving it a distinctive turn.
Still, there are a few things that take away from the whole experience. Although sultry and masterfully written, the many sensual scenes occasionally break the narrative's flow and lessen the tense build-up. The examination of Angela's early traumas also seemed a little forced, occasionally dragging readers out of the engrossing historical context.
Notwithstanding these small issues, the book's impeccable editing is praiseworthy. I found not a single typo or grammatical problem in the novel, which speaks highly of its great production value.
The book has a lot more positive aspects than negative ones, even though some readers might not be interested in the frequent sensual scenes and sporadic forced backstory sections. Fans of romanticized historical thrillers should definitely check it out. I give "The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci" four out of five stars, which is a fair assessment for a really entertaining and skillfully written book.
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The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci
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The story revolves around art scholar Angela Renatus, who is haunted by strange paintings by Giuliano Medici and Fioretta Gorini and weird dreams of Leonardo da Vinci. Angela's nightmares drive her to go on a mission that becomes entwined with the inquiry of art investigator Alex Caine, taking them both on a dangerous tour through Florence's rich artistic past.
Belle Ami skillfully weaves together the past and present with smooth transitions to create a gripping story. Because of the thorough investigation done into the historical details, Renaissance Italy is vividly and richly described. Ami's depiction of Florence is especially remarkable; she uses a painter's attention to detail to convey the beauty and historical significance of the city.
With her intense attachment to the art she studies and her curiosity, Angela makes for a likeable heroine. With his background as an art detective, Alex Caine brings a romantic and intriguing element to the story, making him the ideal ally for Angela's journey. Their developing relationship gives the plot depth, as does their obvious chemistry.
The plot keeps readers on the edge of their seats with its rapid pace and surprising developments. The story's suspense and stakes are raised with the arrival of the psychotic art dealer Alberto Scordato, who poses a serious menace. The supernatural components—especially Angela's visions—are deftly incorporated into the story, giving it a distinctive turn.
Still, there are a few things that take away from the whole experience. Although sultry and masterfully written, the many sensual scenes occasionally break the narrative's flow and lessen the tense build-up. The examination of Angela's early traumas also seemed a little forced, occasionally dragging readers out of the engrossing historical context.
Notwithstanding these small issues, the book's impeccable editing is praiseworthy. I found not a single typo or grammatical problem in the novel, which speaks highly of its great production value.
The book has a lot more positive aspects than negative ones, even though some readers might not be interested in the frequent sensual scenes and sporadic forced backstory sections. Fans of romanticized historical thrillers should definitely check it out. I give "The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci" four out of five stars, which is a fair assessment for a really entertaining and skillfully written book.
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The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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